BIGGEST IMPACT ON ACNE...

Other than skincare products, what has the biggest impact on 
acne skin in Chico?

Nutrition, by a long shot. 
To heal acne, and restore and maintain healthy skin - you need to feed your body the right foods. Veggies, fruit, protein, fiber. Your skin needs foods loaded with vitamins, minerals and nutrient-dense goodies. And it needs it, consistently. As in 3 times a day + snacks!  By the way, nutrition also includes plenty of water. Water helps detoxify the skin and helps deliver the nutrients to where they need to go.

Next comes sleep. A good night's sleep is critical for healthy, acne-free skin. Much of the skin's healing and regeneration occurs during sleep. Aim for at least 8 hour a night.

916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC OF CHICO WILL GET YOU ON THE RIGHT PATH TO CLEAR SKIN. 
CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027

SECRET TO YOUTHFUL, ACNE-FREE SKIN...

The secret to youthful, 
acne-free skin in Chico is exfoliating. Scrubs are just one type of a plethora of exfoliants. 

There are alpha and beta-hydroxy acids; vitamin A serums and creams; fruit enzymes and benzoyl peroxides. All of which are available in various concentrations and formulations. This allows us to customized your exfoliants to your specific skin type and acne condition. 

Exfoliants can be layered and applied in such a way that heals inflamed or cystic acne more efficaciously than other methods. Alternating exfoliants may be the best method for Emily, while applying vitamin A serum twice a day, may be the best method for Jose. Each person has different needs.

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SLOW THE AGING PROCESS...

Collagen breakdown begins in your twenties - earlier if there's been sun exposure. Smoking also accelerates loss of collagen. 

Diminishing collagen is why people start getting fine lines. It also slows the healing of acne scars in Chico. 

To slow the aging process and speed the healing of acne and scarring you need to start early. Get kids in the habit of wearing sunscreen AND reapplying sunscreen. Start eye creams in the teen years. And for acne sufferers, benzoyl peroxide should always be accompanied with a chirally correct vitamin C serum.

THE ACNE SPECIALISTS OF CHICO ARE HEAR TO HELP. 
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BIGGEST MISTAKE IN ACNE CARE...

What's the biggest mistake people make in treating their acne in Chico?

While being consistent with your daily skincare regimen is a top priority for getting rid of acne, even more important, is sunscreen... and REAPPLYING. Sunscreen should be reapplied throughout the day - rain or shine, inside or outside.

I've seen many people in their twenties, even teens, get premature aging because they don't take this seriously. It also increases the risk of skin cancer. Think about it,,, you're doing in-clinic acne treatments and using products that remove your protective layers. Being lax with your sunscreen is just plain foolish.

Not protecting your skin from the sun has a big impact on acne. If you're not using protection: 1) you can't do acne treatments, which will delay getting clear, 2) acne products will over-dry and irritate your skin causing more breakouts, 3) pimples will scar rapidly and more severely. 

There are many well formulated sunscreens and mineral veils that go on the skin so sweet. So protect yourself from the sun and get busy getting clear!  

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DOES MANDELIC HELP WITH ACNE...

Mandelic acid, derived from bitter almonds, is unique among alpha hydroxy acids. In addition to exfoliating dead skin cells and decongesting the pores of acne-prone skin, it is a potent antibacterial. This makes it a top contender in the war against acne in Chico. It also has a larger molecular structure than other AHAs, which means it's gentler on the skin, less likely to cause irritation, and typically a good choice for sensitive skin types. 

To add to its arsenal of weaponry, it's a melanin inhibitor, which means less red marks, dark spots and acne scarring. Here's the icing on the cake - it's anti-aging, too! 

TO FIND OUT IF MANDELIC IS RIGHT FOR YOU OR TO START OUR ACNE SKINCARE PROGRAM, CALL FOR A CONSULTATION: 530.680.2027

BENZOYL PEROXIDE - FRIEND OR FOE...

Most acne sufferers in Chico have heard of benzoyl peroxide because it's a sure-fire solution for getting acne under control when used with the right combination of acne products. 

BPO works by releasing oxygen into the pores to destroy bacteria. This makes it a great weapon especially for those who have inflamed acne, or tender pimples, that lurk for weeks under the skin.  Benzoic acid works to exfoliate inside of the pores - think of it as reaming out all the grit & grime. This is why light flaking & dryness often occur. Used incorrectly, BPO can leave your skin overly dry and irritated, which can be catastrophic - causing major set backs with acne. BPO can be a worst enemy or a best friend - so learning which BPO to use and how to use it, is critical. 

BPO bleaches clothing, sheets, towels - so watch out for your favorite sweatshirt!

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WHY IS MY FACE BLOTCHY AFTER ACNE TREATMENTS...

Your skin just got worked over by an over achieving acne specialist in Chico. 
But this is a good thing. In order to get rid of acne, the pores need to be manually decongested of all their grit, grime, dead cells, hardened oil and bacteria. So, of course, you're going to be a little blotchy. This is a normal response to facial extractions during your acne treatments. Any redness or blotchiness will subside shortly after.

After your treatment, it's best not to apply actives or foundation. This is the one chance you'll get to skip your home-skincare regimen. But, the next morning, it's time to get back on track.

TO START THE 916SKIN ACNE PROGRAM & HAVE A SKINCARE REGIMEN TAILOR-FIT TO YOUR SPECIFIC 

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WHY ACNE FACIALS...

Effective acne facials in Chico, are part of the 916SKIN Acne Treatment & Acne Scarring Program. Bimonthly treatments are needed over the course of 3 to 4 months (for acne). In between treatments, stick to your daily, customized skin care regimen, which includes a variety of exfoliants to decongest clogged pores and heal pimples.

Once you are clear, maintenance treatments may be necessary - depending on your acne type.

IT ALL BEGINS WITH A CONSULTATION & THE EXPERT GUIDANCE OF AN ACNE SPECIALIST. 530.6870.2027