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SKINCARE QUERY NO.11

"I have acne, what products suits my skin?"

Acne, the word itself deeply penetrates our hearts as if a villain of a blockbuster movie enters the scene with oud music, drum beats, and a whole lot of drama!!! Just imagine you wake up in the morning just to see a new pimple baby coming out of your skin, making a big difference to your entire look. You will just feel like going to bed over and over again until the pimple leaves your face. But fear not, every problem has a solution, and so does this infuriating problem. Acne is a common problem for everyone, despite age and gender differences. To find a solution to the acne problem, it is indeed necessary to understand the root cause of the problem. This root cause can be different from individual to individual. First, let's look into what exactly makes acne want to appear on your skin.

Why does acne show up unannounced as an unwelcomed guest? 

Excess Oil Production

One of the primary causes of acne is the overproduction of oil (sebum) by your skin's oil glands. This excess oil can clog pores, leading to acne breakouts. So if you understand your skin type and concerns it is much easier to treat your acne. Sometimes acne should be treated indirectly. For instance, if you maintain a skincare routine to control your oily skin, indirectly your acne will be controlled too. That is why identifying the root cause is always important. 

Clogged Pores

When dead skin cells and oil build up on the surface of your skin, they can clog your pores. This creates an ideal environment for acne-causing bacteria to thrive, leading to inflammation and breakouts. Maintaining your skin is far more important than you ever think, why because the skin you have now should be maintained for ages. If you do not give the attention your skin requires you will go down the hill. Controlling underlying skin concerns is important to treat acne. 

Bacteria

Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) is a type of bacteria that naturally lives on your skin. When pores become clogged, this bacteria can multiply rapidly, causing inflammation and acne. And that's why our grandmothers used to say not to break an acne, if you break one you will say hello to zillions and zillions of sentinel acne appearing to massacre your skin.

Hormonal Changes

Hormonal fluctuations, especially during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, or menopause, can increase oil production and lead to acne flare-ups. So it is all connected to oil, isn't it? Anyways for such cases, it is necessarily important to treat from within, as this is unlike other root causes that are obscured internally. And internal matters cannot be solved by treating them externally. It is important to take expert advice from your ob-gyn. Once internal concerns are treated you can happily start treating your skin with some skincare goodness.

Unhealthy Lifestyle

Unhealthy lifestyle habits can contribute to acne in various ways. Simple daily habits, such as not changing pillowcases regularly, can lead to a buildup of oils and dirt that can clog pores and contribute to acne. An unhealthy diet, high in processed foods and sugars, can also play a role by increasing inflammation in the body, which can worsen acne. Not getting enough sleep can affect hormone levels and increase stress, both of which are linked to acne flare-ups. Additionally, not properly cleansing the skin or using harsh skincare products can disrupt the skin's natural balance and lead to breakouts.

Understanding these causes can help you choose the right skincare products and routines to manage acne effectively. Remember, consistency is key, and it's always a good idea to consult with a dermatologist for personalized advice. After identifying your skin concern you can always go ahead and choose relevant products for an effective skincare routine. As we mentioned in Query No.2 you can always start with a basic skincare routine. 

	Oily Skin	Dry Skin	Combination Skin
Cleanser	COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser	Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Cleanser	COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser
Serum	ISNTREE Hyper Niacinamide 20 Serum	ISNTREE Hyper Niacinamide 20 Serum	ISNTREE Hyper Vitamin C 23 Serum
Toner	AXIS-Y Daily Purifying Treatment Toner	Beauty of Joseon Red Bean Water Gel	Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner
Moisturizer	SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream	AXIS-Y Panthenol 10 Skin Smoothing Shield Cream	Torriden DIVE-IN Low Molecular Hyaluronic Acid Soothing Cream
Sunscreen	SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF50+ PA++++	ISNTREE Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel SPF 50+ PA++++	ISNTREE Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel SPF 50+ PA++++

 

A burning question we are been asked most of the time is whether we can suggest skincare routines focusing on the specific skin type and of course skin concerns. Here are effective skincare routines for oily, dry, and combination skin that will help you to reduce acne eventually. But remember you can always change products following your other skin concerns which come along with your main skin concern. Anyways the ultimate goal should be to provide your skin the best care. 

Remember, 

"Your skin should be given the required attention in the required time. Thus, your skin is special and it indeed needs a VIP treatment"

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