Those Years that aren't Behind Us

Just when you think you've escaped those awkward teen years, sometimes the most annoying part of being a teen creeps back up to you: acne. While many believe acne to be a result of a poor diet or poor hygiene, the direct cause of acne is unknown. However, some of the major culprits that fuel adult acne are:

• Undefined Stress: Practitioners link adult acne with the stress hormone, cortisone, which flows through the body when it is over stimulated.
• Hormonal Fluctuations: For women especially-- acne appears during times of ovulation, menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause. 
• Environmental Influences: This is where diet may become relevant-- eating hormone-injected meat and dairy, environmental pollutants may increase inflammatory conditions. 
• Metabolism: The older we get, the slower our skin's metabolism gets, this means cellular turnover decreases and our skin begins to lose it's moisture and age. 

To beat these acne culprits, some suggested steps to take in order to relive adult acne include: 

• Microdermabrasion: To gently slough off dead cells and increase cell turnover
• Alpha and Bega Hydroxy Acids: Are gentle options for aging and acnetic skin
• Exfoliate: Use jojoba beads to gently exfoliate the skin and prevent clogging of pores
• Deep Cleansing Facial: Natural exfoliating enzymes will help clear the pores and reduce inflammation
• Retinol Products: Can help balance your skin's pH and clear pores of excess oils
• Laser Therapy: BBL will help reduce bacteria and is effective when combined with Light Chemical Peels. 

For more information or to try any of these acne-reducing treatments, contact the Enza Mediaspa.