Dr Susan's Skin Care Blog

Myth: Tanning will cure your acne 

Fact: Tanning may temporarily reduce the redness in your ace, but after you color goes away, the acne is still there. Tanning can also dry out your skin and sometimes cause irritation. While tanning remember to wear a oil free SPF of at least 30.

Myth: Poor hygiene is a main cause of acne

Fact:Hygiene is not a cause of acne. Oil and bacteria combined can cause outbreaks. Cleansing your face with the right cleanser, preferably an anti-microbial cleanser, will help rid of the bacteria and reduce those dreadful outbreaks.  

Myth: Squeezing a pimple will make it go away faster

 Fact:Popping pimples does not make your zits go away faster! In fact, popping them can actually spread the bacteria. It also can leave you with a permanent scar on your face.

No doubt about it, EVERYONE struggles with acne at some point in his or her life. The question is... How are you going to prevent acne from getting to you? Here's some tips to help you in your battle to stay acneFREE!

1..Donot pick or pop at pimples, it can actually cause more damage and even causescarring. 

2.Keepfingers and hands off of your face. Bacteria spreads and also is a primarycause to breakouts. 

3.Watchwhat you eat, certain foods can cause break outs... if you find out which foodsare causing you to break out, stay away from those foods!

4.Cleanseyour face daily. Twice or more would be ideal.

5.Aftera work out, wash up ASAP.

6.Rememberto use oil free make up. If it has oils, it will clog your pores and againcause you to break out. Also, be limited to the make up applied to your face. 

7.Oil freesunscreens will not clog your pores and therefore lessens breakouts.  

TRY THE REFRESH ACNE CLEAR LINE

http://www.refreshskin.com/Products/Acne_Treatment_Plan/ 

What is a Chemical Peel?

Chemical Peels are acids that are applied to the surface of the skin. The superficial layer later peels off causing your skin to regenerate and give it a smooth appearance. Chemical peels, depending on the strength, allow layers of skin to be exfoliated and allow the new skin to grow, yet again giving you that smooth appearance.

What are benefits of a Chemical Peel?

There are many benefits of chemical peels including:

-an enhanced appearance

-reducing of :

            age spots

         wrinkles

            fine lines

           freckling

            acne scars

-smooth skin

**Sun protection is highly recommended after a chemical peel!

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1. Apply sunscreen daily. Dry skin intensifies wrinkles and can ultimately give you a washed out look. Find an Oil Free Sunscreen, preferably with an antioxidant to help repair some past sun damage, and for more protection use at least SPF 30.

Try: Refresh Green Tea Oil Free Sunscreen SPF 30

http://www.refreshskin.com/Products/Anti-aging_Skin_Care/

2. Exfoliate your Skin. Get all of that dead skin off. Products such as cleansers, toners, and moisturizers can be more effective if they simply target the new skin cells right on. Dead skin gets in the way and acts as a barrier to the new skin. To keep your skin healthy and looking good, try to exfoliate at few times a week.

Try: Refresh EpiRenewal Papaya Cleanser

http://www.refreshskin.com/Products/Oily_Skin_Care/

3. Stay Hydrated! With the proper hydration, your skin can look younger, as well as feel great! Drinking lots of water helps your skin maintain its moisture and gives it a boost for that healthy glow.
4. Maintain a well balanced diet. Vitamin C is fundamental for good skin. Fruits and vegetables contain natural amounts vitamin C. This particular vitamin helps breakdown the damage that has been caused by sunlight, pollution and even smoking. If you get your right amount of vitamin C, with in a couple of months one can notice that the skin can often become smoother.

Try: Refresh Anti-Wrinkle Serum

http://www.refreshskin.com/Products/Anti-aging_Skin_Care/

5. Cleanse your face. Daily cleansing helps prevent blemishes and breakouts. Make sure to wash off all make up before you go to bed.

Try: Refresh Anti-Microbial Facial Cleanser

http://www.refreshskin.com/Products/Acne_Treatment_Plan/

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There's a stage in everyone's life where you have to battle teen acne. Taking care of your skin daily can help clear your skin. Teens tend to be active. After activities where you are sweating, for example workouts, after school sports, or even a school dance make sure to cleanse your skin. Sweat can irritate your skin and cause you to break out on your face and body or even cause your affected areas to break out even more. Showering as soon as possible will help keep the irritation down. Good skin is a main and important step in your treatment routine that will help to keep your acne to a minimum. While cleansing use oil free products such as the Refresh Green Tea Oil Free Sunscreen so your pores do not get clogged.