TANNING DURING ACNE TREATMENTS...

Sun bathing and tanning beds are a big no no if you're in the acne treatment program or doing 
acne facials in Chico, Ca.

Acne treatments and acne skincare products function to aggressively shed the skin, making it more vulnerable to sun damage and skin cancer. Protecting your skin from UV rays and reapplying broad spectrum sunscreen every 2 hours will protect you and also help slow the aging process. 

DID YOU KNOW... UVA rays penetrate glass, clothing and other textiles. This means you can get UVA exposure when you're inside, in the shade, or even if you have a towel over your face!!!

CHEMICAL PEEL OR MICRODERMABRASION...

Chemical peels are effective in the treatment for acne in Chico because they act to exfoliate the skin. Once within the epidermis, they break apart the bonds that hold skin cells together. 

As with any type of acne, deep exfoliation is necessary in order to clear breakouts. Unlike microdermabrasion, which only exfoliates surface cells, chemical peels penetrate the epidermis and exfoliate from the inside out - providing dramatic results.

FOR INFO ON OUR ACNE PROGRAM OR TO FIND OUT WHAT TYPE OF CHEMICAL PEEL IS RIGHT FOR YOUR SKIN TYPE, CALL FOR A CONSULTATION: 530-680-2027

DOES MICRODERMABRASION HELP ACNE...

Exfoliation is a necessary step in healing acne in Chico, Ca. 

There are different methods of exfoliating the skin, and microdermabrasion works well for SOME people, 

especially those who have type 1 or 2, non-inflamed acne. 

Although microdermabrasion in Chico is helpful, there are more effective options for you, if you have acne. On the other hand, if your skin is inflamed or you have inflamed breakouts, microdermabrasion is definitely NOT for you... not at this stage of the game.

TO FIND OUT WHICH TREATMENT IS BEST FOR YOU, SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION WITH A SPECIALIST FROM 916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC: 530.680.2027

IS TONER REALLY NECESSARY....

If you want to get the maximum results from your acne skincare products in Chico, Ca., you need toner!

Not any toner will do. Over-the counter toners strip & over dry the skin. You need a professional or medical grade toner. This means a facial toner that's suitable for your skin type and acne type.  A toner that is formulated to work synergistically with your entire acne skincare system. A toner with an acidic pH. 

Potential hydrogen (pH) is important as over-the-counter toners have an alkaline pH, in which certain bacteria thrive.

ACNE PROGRAM & SKINCARE CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027 

CUSTOMIZED ACNE SKINCARE...

When prescribed by an acne specialist in Chico, each step in your acne skincare regimen has a purpose. 

Professional products are formulated to work together - meaning the ingredients are synergistic and the pH of each product is compatible with the one before and after it. 

Cherry picking your products from different skincare lines can have detrimental effects on your skin. Incompatible ingredients and an alkaline pH can cause an increase in bacteria, over-dryness, irritation and thus... more breakouts.

FOR ACNE PROGRAM INFORMATION OR TO HAVE A SKINCARE ROUTINE CUSTOMIZED JUST FOR YOU, 
SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION: 
530.680.2027

WHY SKIPPING YOUR ROUTINE CAUSES BREAKOUTS...

First, what is the cause of acne?

There are many factors, but for this discussion we'll go with "a build of skin cells within the pore." What causes that build up we'll save for another post.

Acne is also called Retention Hyperkeratosis (retaining skin cells). While this happens on the surface of the skin, it also happens within the pore. 

Normal skin sheds about 1 layer of skin cells within the pore everyday. Acne-prone skin sheds around 5 to 6 layers within the pore. The cells get sticky and this hyper-shedding causes skin cells to stay trapped within the pore causing an impaction or a microcomodone. 

Surface skin is also building up contributing to the trapping of of more cells. The skin begins to feel a little bumpy or grainy... even rough. Every tiny little bump you feel, most as small as a grain of sand, is a clogged pore.

Clogged pores are ticking time bombs. When conditions are right, they will turn into full blown pimples. 

Your products are designed to penetrate and shed the skin. In-clinic acne treatments cause even deeper shedding to open up impactions and eventually clear and smooth skin.

SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION AT 916SKIN ACNE CLINIC IN CHICO TO CUSTOMIZE A TREATMENT PLAN SPECIFICALLY FOR YOU. 530-680-2027 

ACNE FIGHTING TIP...

Getting bi-monthly acne facials in Chico, Ca is a great first step to clearing skin! But, if you want to get rid of acne for good... DON'T RUN OUT OF PRODUCT!

This happens quite often. People don't realize the importance of consistency. If you skip your products for a week and there are no immediate repercussions, it's easy to think you can go without.

NOT TRUE!!! It can take up to 90 days for a pimple to form. This means, skipping your products today may not show up on your skin for 2 or 3 months; at which point, many tend to blame the french fries, the soda, the vodka tonic they had the night before. While these are all contributing factors. Skipping your routine WILL cause breakouts.

ACNE FIGHTING TIP: Be consistent & don't ever run out of products!

CONNECT WITH AN ACNE SPECIALIST TO SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION: 530-680-2027

NUTS OVER CLEAR SKIN...

Yes, nuts are an incredible acne fighting snack! Eating nutrient dense foods & avoiding food triggers are paramount in controlling breakouts in Chico, Ca.


Raw or dry roasted, unsalted almonds or almond butter are your best choice of acne-fighting nuts! Almonds pack an anti-inflammatory punch and have nutrients that help speed the healing process of acne. Essential fatty acids & protein empower cell membranes, and fiber helps keep the colon clean & the skin clear!

Learning to eat the right foods in combination with in-clinic acne treatments and a customized skincare routine can get you clear in 3 to 4 months!

CONSULTATION WITH AN ACNE SPECIALIST: 530.680.2027

HAPPY JULY 4th FROM 916SKIN...

916SKIN
ACNE SKIN CARE CLINIC of Chico wishes you 
a glorious July 4th!!!

FOR AN ACNE PROGRAM CONSULTATION, CALL: 530-680-2027

916SKIN CLOSED JULY 4th...

916SKIN - Acne Skincare Clinic in Chico, Ca. will be closed Wednesday, July 4th.
Regular business hours will resume on Thursday, July 5th. 

Live life to the fullest. 
Enjoy your 4th!


ACNE CONSULTATIONS MAY BE SCHEDULED BY CALLING: 530.680.2027