Blackheads, enlarged pores, oily skin
Blackheads are the result of excess oil, and for most people, they are caused by skin care products. A harsh cleanser is the product most likely to damage the skin barrier. When the skin’s natural protective oils are stripped away, the skin is forced to produce more oil to compensate. Stress can also cause blackheads and enlarged pores. Blackheads and whiteheads can also indicate acne-prone skin.
Cleansing is an important step in skin care. If you wear oil-based makeup or SPF during the day, use a gentle oil-based makeup remover, and then follow up with a cleanser. A gentle cleanser is half the battle for healthy skin, so choose your cleanser wisely.
Daily Skin Care Routine
Morning :
1. Cleanse your face with Triple Action Cleanser + cold water. This concentrated cleanser does not foam and only a small amount is needed. It gently exfoliates and adds probiotics. Note that this is a gentle cleanser that respects your skin's pH and microbiome.
2. Apply Multilayer Serum to the affected area to control oxidized sebum.
3. Apply the Regulating Moisturizing Cream all over your face to hydrate and prevent future blemishes. This cream works in synergy with the Multilayer Serum to target sebum.
Evening :
1. Cleanse face with Triple Action Cleanser + cold water.
2. Apply the Multilayer Serum to the affected area .
3. Apply the Regulating Moisturizing Cream to the entire face.
Nutrition
Thanks to the new science of Nutrition, healthy eating now has a new purpose. Given the critical importance of our gut microbiome in overall health and skin health, we should be choosing foods to nourish our gut microbiome.
Examples of foods that help feed our microbiome :
- High fiber fruits and vegetables such as oats, broccoli, bananas, apples, cabbages, etc.
- Varied plant-based foods – aim for a minimum of 30-35 different foods per week (including herbs, spices, seeds, fruits and vegetables) to improve gut microbiome diversity.
Reduce sugar :
- Sugars (including simple carbohydrates) produce more insulin. An increase in insulin leads to an increase in androgens. An increase in androgens leads to an increase in sebum and potentially acne or pimples.
- In the case of skin aging, sugar causes premature aging through a process called glycation. Glycation irreversibly damages collagen and elastin, leading to sagging skin and wrinkles.
Lifestyle
Exercise increases blood flow, and blood carries oxygen and nutrients to the body's active cells, including the skin. Physical movement is also essential for balancing hormones. Any form of exercise is effective, from brisk walking to strength training. Find an activity you enjoy doing, and you'll be more likely to stick with it.
Stress management is another key component of health and healthy skin. Incorporate breathing exercises into your life, even if it's just a few minutes a day. Yoga is a great way to combine physical and breathing exercises.
Improve your sleep and take time to relax. Stress is an aggravating factor for acne, and many people suffer from stress without recognizing the symptoms. In case of prolonged periods of stress, we recommend taking our Acne & Stress food supplement , rich in antioxidants and magnesium.
