Acne Treatments Chapter 4 pg 135-138

Genetic Acne

Can help get breakouts under control but curing the acne will not be possible. With a comprehensive approach that addresses the skin holistically, your clients will experience the best improvements in their skin

Hormonal Acne

Treatment options for hormonally induced acne include additional exfoliation to keep the stratum corneum thin so oil can escape to the surface more easily. Commonly this includes chemical peels, enzyme peels, and microdermabrasion options, salicylic acid

Environmental Acne

Encouraging your client to cleanse their face at the end of the work day to remove residual pollution , oil, grime, and other pore clogging factors can improve the skin quality. Occlusive products may be too heavy and trap bacteria. Treatments that exfoli

Lifestyle Triggered Acne

Suggesting lifestyle changes to your client can help them find the triggers that stimulate an acne flare up. Sometimes the simple fix such as more frequent changing of a pillowcase can make a difference.

Cosmetic and Skin Care Product triggered Acne

Educating your client on routine cleaning of makeup brushes and the use of disposable sponges to apply foundation can help with breakouts

Diet Triggered Acne

You are not a nutritionist or dietitian , but you can encourage your clients to eat a healthy diet and drink plenty of water. You can suggest clients see a specialist for dietary changes that may improve the health of the skin.