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What is acne?

Acne is a skin condition that occurs when the hair follicles are clogged with oil and dead skin cells. It causes whiteheads, blackheads or pimples. Acne usually occurs in teenagers, although people influence all ages. A pimple is created when bacteria is hidden in a pore and leaves under the skin surface. This will cause swelling (often with pus). Different effective acne treatments are available, but acne can also be very difficult.

 

What causes acne?

In addition to heredity and hormones (age, stress, diet can affect hormones), other external factors can cause acne and / or aggravate:

1) Accumulation of oil and dirt: daily melts and pulls a layer of oil (care product, makeup, exhaust) together with other dirt candles (dead skin cells, particulate matter) in the pores when they are not properly cleaned and remain on the skin.

2) Damaged skin barrier: as a result, the skin barrier cannot provide sufficient protection against bacteria that prevent pimples faster.

3) Spreading bacteria: hygiene plays an important role in the creation and therefore also in reducing it.

4) Fungal acne: the yeast responsible for this (Malassezia) feeds on skin oils. When your skin produces excess sebum, this yeast multiplies rapidly. It often thrives when moisture becomes trapped—such as from sweaty workout clothes—or from using heavy, oil-based skincare and makeup. Additionally, fungal acne can be triggered by oral or topical antibiotics. These medications eliminate the "good" bacteria that normally keep yeast in check, allowing the fungus to take over.

 

How can I reduce it?

To begin with, there are various causes of acne. Keep this in mind when preventing and reducing.

1. Reduce and stop spreading of
2. Identify cause and address it effectively
3. Pimples aftercare - promote skin recovery and reduce pigmentation

If we know the cause of our acne, we can make our routine more appropriate.

 

Approach non-inflamed pores (whiteheads, blackheads):

1. Cleanse thoroughly: cleanse your skin properly both in the morning and (especially) in the evening.
2. Never sleep in makeup: always remove makeup and sunscreen completely before going to bed.
3. Opt for a double cleanse: in the evening, prefer starting with an oil-based cleanser. This effectively washes away excess sebum, makeup, sunscreen, and fine dust particles.
4. Exfoliate mindfully: introduce chemical exfoliants into your routine using a peeling solution or toner. Look for ingredients like AHAs to remove dead skin cells, and BHAs to unclog and dissolve trapped sebum within the pores.

 

 

Approach inflamed pores (red and irritated (hormonal) pimples):

1. Use a clean towel (or skip it entirely): towels can easily harbor and spread bacteria. Use a fresh, clean towel after every wash and gently pat your face dry. Even better, skip the towel altogether—using your clean hands to sweep away excess water is often more than enough.
2. Mind everyday bacterial triggers: mobile phones, pillowcases, unwashed fingers, and dirty makeup brushes are common culprits for transferring bacteria. Stay mindful of what touches your face!
3. Introduce antibacterial ingredients: incorporate ingredients with natural antibacterial properties into your cleanser, toner, or serum steps—such as BHAs (Salicylic Acid), Propolis, Tea Tree, and Centella Asiatica.
4. Avoid oils during severe breakouts: in extreme cases, try to avoid oil-based formulas in your serum and moisturizer steps. Bacteria and fungi thrive on oils, which can aggregate skin concerns.
5. What to avoid with fungal acne: when dealing with fungal acne, it is crucial to avoid natural oils and butters—such as coconut oil, rosehip oil, argan oil, shea butter, and olive oil—as much as possible. Safe alternatives include squalane and Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides. Additionally, avoid fermented ingredients in your routine, such as Galactomyces and Bifida ferment lysates, as these can feed the yeast. Lastly, always maintain good personal hygiene and change out of wet or sweaty clothes as soon as possible after exercising.
6. Consult a professional: for persistent or severe skin concerns, it is best to seek guidance from a skincare specialist or dermatologist.

 

 

Ingredients we ♥

AHA, BHA, Antioxidants, Vitamine C, Vitmin E, Niacinamide, Propolis, Tea Tree, Centella Asiatica, Licorice, Azelaic Acid

 

Skin improvement is being patient! It is important to give a new skin care routine/product a trial period of at least 1 month since your skin will renew its cells each 28 days. In case you notice (a small) dfference, please try another 2-3 months.

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