HELP PREVENT AFTER-PARTY BREAKOUTS...

It's New Year's Eve... time to drink,
be merry, and prevent breakouts
in the new year.

5 TIPS TO HELP PREVENT POST-PARTYING BREAKOUTS IN CHICO:

1. Hydrate before & during the party.
2. Do your full acnecare routine before going out tonight.



3. Take a high potency B complex vitamin - before & during the party.
4. Take multi-vitamin & mineral complex, vitamin C, milk thistle, and NAC before the party.
5. Eat low glycemic & fiber-rich foods before & during the party.

COME JANUARY 2nd, SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION 
WITH THE ACNE SPECIALISTS OF CHICO: 530.680.2027 

EVERYDAY or EVERY DAY BREAKOUTS...

This post has nothing to do with acne, but everything to do with grammar.

Regarding my last post, I talked about everyday breakouts versus breaking out every day...
an adjective versus a noun. I love this sort of stuff!

Don't let texting stand in your way of becoming a skilled writer.



WHETHER YOU GET EVERYDAY BREAKOUTS OR OCCASIONAL BREAKOUTS, 916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC WILL HELP YOU GET CLEAR.  CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027

RECOVERY PROTOCOL FOR DRY ACNEIC SKIN...

Overly dry or irritated skin can lead to everyday breakouts!
Control acne in Chico with the 916SKIN Recovery Protocol.

Use Recovery Protocol
every day for 2 FULL DAYS:
-Cleanse
-Ice
-Tone
-Hydrate
-Moisturize & Seal
-Protect



-Reapply moisturizer at least 1X/day
-Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours - rain or shine
-Drink 1/2 your weight in ounces every day

SCHEDULE A SKINCARE CONSULTATION TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR PROGRAM 
& CUSTOMIZED ACNE PRODUCTS. 530.680.2027

*photo provided by grammarly

PREVENT POST HOLIDAY BREAKOUTS...

Pumpkin pie and spiked eggnog was awesome, and now more cocktails are right around the corner! Sugar, alcohol and overeating can all lead to post-holiday breakouts. Here are a few tips on how to fight breakouts in Chico before they begin:

- Take high potency B Complex
- Take Vitamin C & Zinc
- Take a liquid mineral complex
- Aim for 8+ hours of sleep each night
- Hydrate with water & herbal teas
- Alkalize with ginger root & lemon
- Ramp up your veggie intake
- Eat lean proteins
- Eliminate sugar
- Avoid alcohol until New Years Eve
- CHERISH YOUR BODY!

CALL THE ACNE CLINIC IN CHICO FOR A SKINCARE CONSULTATION.
916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC: 530.680.2027

GET YOUR BOWELS MOVING...

You've justified having pie for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stuffing yourself further with cookies, fudge, eggnog and hot coco. You feel bloated, lethargic, constipated, and bad breakouts are next, if you don't take action!

Here are a few tips to get your bowels moving and prevent breakouts in Chico:
- Drink at least half your weight in ounces every day
- Drink herbal teas, lemon water & steeped ginger root
- Drink a bowel cleansing tea with Cascarra or Senna
- Increase your fiber with flax seed, veggies & fruit
- Gather up the leftover cookies, pie, eggnog, and other delicious crap and take to the homeless shelter!

THE SPECIALISTS AT 916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC CAN HELP YOU DETOX YOUR SKIN BACK TO HEALTH.

CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027

WHY IS MY SKIN SO DULL IN THE WINTER...

When it's warm in the house and freezing outside, these extreme temperature fluctuations take a toll on your skin, and your acne, too.

Dry skin is often followed by flaky skin, which not only leaves skin looking dull, but increases your risk for acne flare-ups in Chico.

Restore glowing skin:
- Drink plenty of water & herbal teas
- Use a daily exfoliant customized for your acne
- Use a hydrator, moisturizer & sunscreen

LET THE ACNE SPECIALISTS OF CHICO
GET YOU CLEAR BY SPRING!

CONSULTATION: 530.680.2027 

IS BENZOYL RIGHT FOR ME?

Our Clear Skin Clients recommend benzoyl peroxide in Chico, Ca. - available at 916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC.

Benzoyl peroxide (BPO) is an aggressive acne product available in different concentrations and formulations. It can do wonders for clearing up pimples and blackheads, but it can also make acne much worse if used improperly. A skin evaluation is required prior to purchase.

CALL THE ACNE SPECIALISTS
FOR AN EVALUATION. 530.680.2027

916SKIN HOLIDAY HOURS

Wishing you a wonderful holiday season!

ACNE TREATMENTS IN CHICO:
12/20 through 12/22: 8am to 8pm
(by appointment)

LAST DAY TO ORDER ACNE PRODUCTS IN CHICO:
Wednesday, 12/22

CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS:
12/23 to 1/3

BENZOYL PEROXIDE & VITAMIN C FOR ACNE...

Acne clients at 916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC use
benzoyl peroxide to help treat acne in Chico.

Benzoyl peroxide should always be used with an antioxidant serum to zap free radicals caused by the oxidizing formulations. Chirally correct, Spin Trap Vitamin C Serum is stabilized with Vitamin E, another antioxidant, to give you a double whammy of anti-oxidant protection.

Get rid of acne and keep skin looking young!
ASK ABOUT THE 916SKIN ACNE TREATMENT PROGRAM: 530.680.2027 

VASELINE FOR HEALING ACNE DRYNESS...

Petroleum jelly, also known as Vaseline, is non-comedogenic (non-pore clogging) and can be used to on oily acneic skin to help overcome extreme dryness.

Most acne products and acne treatments in Sacramento, Ca. are designed to shed the outer most layers of skin. Often times, this can leave acneic skin irritated, overly dry, and sometimes raw around the corners of the nose.

Applying petroleum jelly on these areas at bedtime creates a seal over the skin, which helps lock in moisture and speeds the healing process - without clogging pores.




FOR MORE TIPS ON HOW TO MANAGE YOUR ACNE OR TO ENROLL IN OUR ACNE TREATMENT PROGRAM, CONTACT 916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC: 530.680.2027

HOW TO PREVENT MONSTER BLACKHEADS...

If you are prone to blackheads, having regular extractions and wearing sunscreen can help prevent black heads from becoming monster blackheads, as you age.

Free radicals, especially those emitted in UV rays, break down collagen and elastin in the skin - the very fibers that help keep our pores tight. As oil and cellular debris accumulates in the pores, chronic sun damage makes them stretch and expand, allowing them to fill with even more cellular grime. The end result...
monster blackheads!



DON'T LET THIS HAPPEN TO YOU. 
SEE AN ACNE SPECIALIST - CAMERON PARK, CA: 530.680.2027

*photo by Dr Vikram J Singh

CLEAR SKIN FROM THE INSIDE...

Processing toxins to help control acne in Chico will be supported by loading-up on antioxidants to quench free radicals. Selecting the right foods, nutritional supplements, as well as herbal formulations to support liver detoxification pathways, helps clean & process toxins from the blood!

With treatment, product and diet, an Acne Specialist can give you the tools you need to clear your breakouts from the inside out.

CLEAR SKIN CONSULTATIONS 
AT 916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC:
530.680.2027

CAN TOXICITY CAUSE ACNE...

Yes, toxic overload can cause acne in Chico! Most have heard of "detoxing", but what does it mean to be toxic?

We rely on our liver to breakdown harmful substances (toxins) and convert them into harmless molecules. This is an elaborate, nutrient-dependent process known as detoxification.

When our liver becomes over burdened with incoming toxins, they get stored in the body to be detoxified at a later date. But, often times, that later date never arrives and our liver becomes so backed up with incoming crap, our bodies become toxic waste facilities. Toxicity can lead to numerous health problem and skin disorders, especially inflamed acne.

EXAMPLES OF TOXINS: prescription medications, certain vitamins, hormones-like substances, heavy metals, cleaning products, gas, coal, smoke, polluted air, asbestos, plastics, hydrofluoric acid, chlorine, fluorine, pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, free radicals, waste products of pathogens in our body, certain natural flavorings and preservatives found in processed food and beverages.

TO CLEAR YOUR ACNE, CONTACT AN ACNE SPECIALIST AT 916SKIN:
530.680.2027

MANAGING TOXIC OVERLOAD...

Managing your acne in Chico can turn toxic over the long Thanksgiving weekend. It's not just the pie and whipped cream that triggers breakouts, but the over indulging in ALL the Thanksgiving fixings. Overeating puts extra demands on your liver to detoxify. When the liver can't keep up with these demands, your body can experience toxic overload, which leads to acne flare-ups.

Take 2 days to detoxify and reboot your system. Drink lemon water, eat steamed veggies and small portions of left over turkey, not ham. This will allow your liver to focus on breaking down Thanksgiving toxins without being burdened by new, incoming toxins.

ACNE SPECIALISTS OF CHICO ARE HERE TO HELP YOU GET CLEAR: 530.680.2027

UV AND ACNE SCARRING...

Acne scars in Chico in the form of dark spots are exacerbated by ultra violet light (UV).

Slathering on sunscreen in the winter months is just as important as slathering it on during summer months. UV rays are still present during winter. They reflect off of roads, cars, buildings, sidewalks and onto our skin. UV penetrates clouds and glass. Protecting your skin from UV rays is one of the cheapest ways to keep looking younger.

Protecting your acne from UV rays is one of the best ways to prevent dark marks, otherwise known as post-hyperpigmentation, or what some refer to as acne scarring.

Look for sunscreen formulations that provide at least 8% zinc oxide. Image Skincare offers a formulation with a whopping 18 percent!

SCHEDULING AN ACNE SCAR CONSULTATION IS EASY: 530.680.2027

AVOCADOS OVER ACNE...

Lipid deficiencies negatively impact skin function, and those with a genetic predisposition to acne, are more likely to experience chronic breakouts in Chico, Ca.

Eating foods abundant in healthy fats and essential fatty acids helps restore and maintain the skin's health.

If you have acne, make sure to consume plenty of the following foods: avocados, cold water fish, olives, olive oil, flax seed, raw nuts & seeds.

CONSULTATION WITH AN ACNE SPECIALIST: 530.680.2027

SWAP THE DAIRY...

When it comes to food, one of the biggest acne triggers in Chico is dairy. Even the things one might consider healthy like raw, organic milk and cultured yogurt, are triggers. For those who don't have a genetic predisposition towards acne, it's not a problem, but if you battle with breakouts - it's time to drop the dairy.

It's the cow hormones that stimulate oil glands, so eggs are alright to eat, and aren't considered dairy, anyway.

Fortunately, there are a lot of tasty alternatives these days... almond milk, soy milk, rice milk, hemp milk. These are all great replacements that will get you one step closer to being acne-free. Even a little dairy in your coffee can trigger breakouts. Be cautious of hidden dairy in items like protein bars, salad dressings, smoothies, pastries, and pancakes (this is good spot to mention coffee, sugar & high glycemic index foods/drinks are all acne triggers).

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR ACNE TREATMENT PROGRAM & THE FOODS THAT AFFECT ACNE - SCHEDULE YOUR CONSULTATION: 530.680.2027

DIRTY ACNE...

Dirt does not cause acne in Sacramento or anywhere else, for that matter.
Acne bacteria, clogged pores, poor cell-turn-over are just a few of the causes of acne.
There are also underlying causes for acne such as toxicity, adrenal fatigue, nutritional deficiencies, and gut & hormone imbalances.

Acne is not caused by one thing. There are many factors and even more triggers.

LEARN TO MANAGE YOUR ACNE WITH THE HELP OF 
AN ACNE SPECIALIST.
CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027 

PREVENT COLD WEATHER ACNE FLARE-UPS...

Clients tend to get acne flare-ups in Chico - during colder months. Winter climates tend to dry out skin, and with that, comes the potential for breakouts.

Keeping acne-prone skin hydrated is not only necessary to speed healing, but helps prevent breakouts due to overly dry skin.

Using a hydrating gel followed by an acne lotion formulated to lock in moisture, and topped off with a moisturizing sunscreen will help prevent acne flare-ups. And of course, all of these are available in oil free formulations!

VISIT THE ACNE SPECIALISTS FOR A CONSULT AT 916SKIN: 530.680.2027

OIL VS. WATER TO HYDRATE ACNE...

You can have an oily skin type and dehydrated skin.
You can have a dry skin type and hydrated skin.

The reason for the confusion is that many people think oil hydrates the skin. In actuality, it is water and water-binding molecules that hydrate the skin. The oil acts as a seal to lock in existing moisture - if moisture is present, in the first place.

If you have oily skin, don't be afraid of
hydrating acne products in Chico.
As long as they are for oily acne-prone skin,
and hopefully from a reputable Acne Clinic,
they will function to speed the healing process
and help prevent breakouts.


CALL A SPECIALIST FOR YOUR ACNE CONSULT: 530.680.2027

10 Tips for Managing Acne - Free!

Top 10 Lifestyle Tips for Managing Acne in Chico... for Free:
1) Limit your intake of androgenic foods
2) Limit your intake of iodides (if you have a thyroid condition consult your physician first)
3) Manage stress triggers
4) Avoid sugar

5) Avoid dairy or at least limit your intake to 1x/week
6) Don't pick and keep your hands off your face
7) Avoid fabric softeners for anything that comes in contact with your break-out area
8) Take a B-Complex vitamin and an addition B5 supplement everyday
9) Use a fresh pillow case every night
10) Use only non-comedogenic products;  see an acne specialist to ensure that what you are using is non-comedogenic

ACNE CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027

DO OVER-THE-COUNTER PRODUCTS WORK...

Using over-the-counter acne products in Chico to wipe out zits will most likely leave your skin irritated and more prone to break-outs. Different types of acne and different types of skin require different ingredients and concentrations in order to be effective.

Applying the latest and the greatest acne product often leaves skin overly dry and scaly, which potentially leads to MORE breakouts.


Ingredients, concentration, product layering, and how often products are applied - changes as your skin begins to heal. To get results, you need a skincare regimen that is tailored specifically for you, and one that changes over time.

CONSULTATIONS AT CHICO ACNE CLINIC: 530.680.2027

INSULIN'S AFFECT ON ACNE...

Recent research shows that insulin affects acne. Comprehensive treatment and acne facials in Chico are available at 916SKIN ACNE CLINIC.

The underlying cause of acne, often lies within the food we eat. Often times, we think we're eating healthy, but we're actually eating foods that cause inflammation and acne.

The best way to improve acne through diet is by regulating your blood sugar. Certain foods cause blood sugar to soar. This releases a flood of insulin into the blood stream, which allows sugar to be absorbed into the cells.

The goal is to eat in a way that causes insulin to flow more like a gentle brook versus a flash flood.

Cereal for breakfast, a granola bar as a snack, followed by a cookie and a sweetened beverage later that day, and pasta for dinner - all keep the flood gates for insulin, wide open. Learning to regulate your blood sugar by eating low glycemic index foods will help clear your acne and improve your skin.

THE ACNE SPECIALISTS ARE HEAR TO HELP YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY TO HEALTHY SKIN. CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027

HOLISTIC APPROACH TO ACNE...

It's one of the most frustrating
skin conditions. Nearly 60 million people have to deal with...
teenage and adult acne in Chico, Ca.

Acne skincare products and acne treatments have become a multi-billion dollar industry. It has morphed into a marketing opportunity for many over-the-counter products, which often falsely claim their products are noncomedogenic (non-pore clogging). Loose regulations on the labeling of acne products mislead consumers to purchasing something they think will help their skin, when in actuality, the product will only make it worse.

Holistic acne treatment looks at both the internal and external factors affecting your skin. Customized products ensure you are using treatments formulated specifically for your type of acne. Let the Acne Specialists at 916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC help restore the health of your complexion.

CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027

DETOX SMOOTHIE FOR ACNE...

ACNE DIET CHICO, CA  AVAILABLE THROUGH 916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC

DETOXIFYING SMOOTHIE RECIPE:
1 SERVING Pure Rice Protein Powder
1 TBSP Chia Seed or Flax Seed
1 TBSP Borage Oil
2 TBSP Ground Flax smoothies
1 CUP Organic Blueberries, Raspberries, Peaches or Pears
6-8 OZ Filtered Water
Ice (optional; made from filtered water)

For maximum benefits, always drink detoxifying smoothies in the morning or early afternoon.

TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR ACNE & DETOXIFICATION PROGRAMS PLEASE VISIT THE 916SKIN WEBSITE OR CALL FOR A CONSULTATION.
(530) 680.2027

SOLAR ACNE...

Yes, some acne-proners in Chico have less acne in cold weather! Certain types of acne are exacerbated by heat and sun so limiting time spent in the sun can have a positive impact in those individuals. Another tactic is to limit sun exposure to early mornings and late evenings.

For added protection from the sun, and its skin damaging UV rays, always use a non-comedogenic sunscreen for acne-prone skin before going outdoors - regardless of seasons or time of day.

Your acne will most likely not go away when limiting sun exposure, but heat and sun-sensitive individuals may see a significant improvement in there skin. Pores will remain clogged without acne products and proper treatment, but irritation should subside.

SEEK THE HELP OF AN ACNE SPECIALIST TO GET YOUR SKIN BACK ON TRACK.
916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC 530.680.2027

HOW DO AHAs HELP ACNE

Alpha hydroxy acids for acne are derived from plant-based products like lemons, sugar cane, milk and almonds. AHAs work by breaking the bonds that hold dead skin cells together, and encouraging them to flake off, bringing fresh cells to the surface.  AHAs improve acne by clearing and refining pores, releasing impactions, and smoothing texture. AHAs can improve acne scarring over time by lifting pigment and promoting collagen and elastin to repair injured skin,


CALL 916SKIN ACNE CLINIC IN CHICO TO FIND OUT WHICH AHA IS BEST FOR YOUR ACNE & FOR  INFORMATION ON OUR ACNE PROGRAM. 530.680.2027

THE POWER OF GREEN TEA FOR ACNE...

Drink green tea to help brighten skin and heal acne in Chico. The tea's polyphenols are rich in antioxidants, which help the skin age gracefully. According to a double-blind study, a daily cup of green tea showed improvements in skin's density, elasticity, and barrier function.

So, what makes the skin glow?... blood flow. The study also showed improved blood flow, which means oxygen and nutrients are delivered to the skin more efficiently and abundantly. This Increase, helps speed the healing process, whether it be, healing acne scars or healing pimples - green tea will give you that extra perk that your skin needs.

TIP: Limit your consumption to 1 to 2 cups a day as too much caffeine will trigger breakouts.

CONTACT THE ACNE SPECIALISTS AT 916SKIN FOR A CONSULTATION: 530.680.2027  

GINGER FOR INFLAMED PIMPLES...

Ginger tea for
treating inflamed acne in Chico - will not do the trick!

While ginger tea has several benefits for acne, it is only 1 piece of the puzzle.

The biggest win with ginger, is that it's a HUGE anti-inflammatory agent, as is lemon. So, sipping ginger tea with lemon should be part of your daily routine, if you're prone to inflamed pimples and pustules.

Ginger also has the root power to lower blood sugar. This is important for anyone concerned about aging skin and acne scarring. Glucose destroys collagen and elastin, the very protein fibers responsible for youthful skin as well as the skin's repairing and rebuilding process.

TIP: Use the actual ginger root. Slice and simmer an inch of ginger. Add lemon.

ACNE SPECIALISTS STANDING BY TO SCHEDULE YOUR CONSULTATION!
530.680.2027

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY TEA FOR ACNE...

The best way of treating acne in Chico is to tackle it from every angle. That includes replacing coffee with herbal and spiced tea. Specifically, anti-inflammatory tea. Acne is often an inflammatory condition, which means coffee will make it worse, but sipping anti-inflammatory tea can help take some of the heat off.

Curcumin and ginger are well known and effective anti-inflammatories often used in tea. Ginger is a spicy root and curcumin is found in the root of turmeric. Combined with a little honey, both of these are quite tasty. Don't be surprised if your joints are a little happier, too!

ACNE TREATMENT CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027

THANKSGIVING FEAST FOR ACNE...

BEST FOOD FOR ACNE SACRAMENTO     916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC

TOP THREE THANKSGIVING DAY FOODS FOR PROBLEM SKIN:
Turkey - lean protein to provide the building blocks for skin repair & rejuvenation.

Mashed potatoes or yams - rich in minerals to alkalize the body and fuel the skin's metabolic functions.

Pomegranate salad - rich in vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants needed for a healthy complexion.

NUMBER 1 THANKSGIVING DAY DESSERT FOR ACNE:
Homemade apple or berry pie - choose pies that are tart over pies loaded with sugar

ATTACK ACNE FROM EVERY ANGLE WITH THE HELP OF AN ACNE SKINCARE SPECIALIST. (530) 680.2027

HERBAL TEA BENEFICIAL FOR ACNE...

Herbal tea for acne? Clients at the Acne Clinic in Chico want to know.

There are a handful of herbs that are beneficial for acne. Tea that helps you get a good night's rest will benefit all types of acne. Chamomile tea acts as an anti-inflammatory, but is also widely known for its calming and sedative constituents. A cup of chamomile comfort before bed may help you fall asleep easier and stay asleep longer. The more rest you get, the more opportunity your body has to build and repair - this includes your skin. 

FOR AN ACNE CONSULTATION AT 916SKIN: 530.680.2027

CAN VITAMINS HELP WITH ACNE...

BEST SUPPLEMENTS FOR ACNE CHICO, CA      916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC

Breakouts caused by stress often result when our body doesn't get the vitamins it needs to support our daily stress. Now days, we undergo stress all day, every day. When something big happens, like a midterm, a breakup or a financial crisis - our adrenals, which are the glands that help us manage stress, are already working over time. The affects of one of these "big events" may be seen as an eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, or acne flare-up, an illness, an infection or extreme fatigue.

Taking adequate vitamin C and a high potency, stress B-complex helps support the adrenal glands and helps control acne. Foods rich in B vitamins are brown rice and brewers yeast. Foods high in vitamin C are tomatoes, peppers and papayas.

FOR HELP DETERMINING WHICH NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS ARE BEST FOR YOU OR TO GET STARTED IN OUR ACNE PROGRAM, PLEASE CALL AND SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION. (530) 680.2027

IT MUST HAVE BEEN THE SHOTS...

BEST FACIAL FOR ACNE GRASS VALLEY, CA      916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC

It's easy to point the finger. Often times, what we think caused our most recent breakout, may not be the culprit at all. Studying for exams, over dosing on cake and ice cream or too many shots Friday night - are all worthy candidates for an acne flare-up. 

Truth is, it can be challenging to pin down the exact cause of your flare-up. Aside from breakouts caused by stress, which seem to pop up overnight, the basic pimple can take up to 90 days to form. This means something that happened 3 months ago is likely the trigger of your most recent breakout.

SAY GOODBYE TO FLARE-UPS. LEARN TO CONTROL YOUR ACNE WITH TREATMENTS, PRODUCTS AND FOOD. CALL AN ACNE EXPERT TODAY: (530) 680.2027

IS SOY BENEFICIAL FOR ACNE...

Acne clients in Chico want to know.. do soy-based skin care products affect acne? 

Soy is loaded with isoflavones. These flavonoids stimulate collagen and elastin synthesis perk! They also inhibit an enzyme responsible for making melanin, which helps brighten the complexion - another perk!

However, if you have melasma, soy's isoflavones can have the opposite effect. While hyperpigmentation is often the result a inflammation or UV exposure, melasma is typically hormone-related and commonly referred to as the "pregnancy mask.". 

The flavonoids in soy have an estrogenic effect. In fact, soy has the highest concentration of phytoestrogen-based isoflavones than any other plant. In skin care products, these isoflavones are isolated and even more concentrated, which has little effect on acne, but can exacerbate melasma.

CALL THE ACNE SPECIALISTS TODAY TO LEARN ABOUT OUR PROGRAM: 530.680.2027 

WILL ACNE PEELS MAKE MY FACE RED...

At 916SKIN Acne Clinic in Chico, an acne peel WILL NOT leave your skin red!

Our goal is to eliminate inflammation NOT exacerbate it. Sensitivity testing, medical history, and lifestyle, are all factors that help your acne skincare specialist determine which chemical peel is best for your skin. In my experience, reactions to chemical peels are rare. With hundreds of formulations available, there are plenty of professional peels that leave the skin in a healthy state with no redness, no down-time, and great results.

Unfortunately, Samantha from the HBO show Sex & The City, freaked people out when her face got fried from a chemical peel. Although, there are peels that leave the skin red, an experienced acne practitioner will know which peel is best for the results your want to achieve.

CALL FOR A CONSULTATION WITH AN ACNE SPECIALIST: 530.680.2027

ELIMINATE INFLAMMATORY FOODS & ELIMINATE ACNE...

Inflammatory diets cause inflammatory acne in Chico, Ca. They also deplete the body of minerals, leaching calcium and magnesium from the bones, and over time, cause bones to become porous and brittle. An anti-inflammatory diet is typically 70% to 80% ANTI-INFLAMMATORY foods and 20% to 30% INFLAMMATORY foods.

This means, 20%-30% of your diet can include things like poultry, lean meat, legumes, raw nuts & seeds, corn on the cob, steamed/mashed potatoes, whole grains.

Notice there's no mention of yogurt, cheese, raw organic milk, or goats milk. While these foods have healthful benefits, ALL dairy is inflammatory and TRIGGERS ACNE in people who are prone-to-acne.

Sugar... including pastries, cakes, cookies, most granola bars, candy, sodas, potato chips, french fries, and other processed junk foods are also INFLAMMATORY, and are MAJOR ACNE TRIGGERS.

Coffee: Inflammatory, TRIGGERS ACNE.
Green tea: Anti-inflammatory, contains caffeine, which triggers acne. BUT, if kept at 1 or 2 cups per day, HELPS PROMOTE CLEAR SKIN.

CALL FOR A CONSULTATION WITH THE ACNE SPECIALIST OF CHICO: 530.680.2027

SPLURGING AND BREAKOUTS...

A 28 year old client of 916SKIN ACNE CLINIC in CHICO, took a trip to the coast to splurge until her heart was content, belly was bloated, skin was broken out, she could barely walk because her joints were so inflamed, and had a cold by the week's end.

She over indulged for 2 days and payed the price for 7 days after. It was all the result of eating an inflammatory diet. Before she left for the weekend, her skin had been completely clear (with the occasional pimple) for the past 8 months. Immediately following the trip, she developed 6 large inflamed pimples and 3 cysts.

HERE'S WHAT SHE ATE: Polish dog with onion roll, fried calamari, large pumpkin latte, strawberry whipped cream crepes with bacon and eggs, raspberry cheese danish, clam chowder in a bread bowl (ate the whole bread bowl), peach cobbler with ice cream, cheese omelette with pancakes and sausage, large pumpkin latte, bagel with cream cheese, double scoop ice cream on a cone, fettuccine Alfredo with chicken, beer.

Everyone wants to splurge now and then, but there are steps you can take to prevent this degree of inflammation.

HERE ARE SOME CHANGES SHE COULD HAVE MADE WHILE STILL ALLOWING HERSELF TO SPLURGE: Polish dog with onions sauerkraut, no bun, or lettuce wrapped burger with onion. Fried calamari with small side salad. Green Tea. Crepes stuffed with veggies and a side of steamed spinach. Raspberry cheese danish. Lemon water. Cup of clam chowder with a slice of bread and a green salad. Lemon water. Share the cobbler and the ice cream. Take a multi-mineral complex before bed with lemon water. Veggie omelette, 1 pancake, side of steamed spinach. Peppermint tea. Share the bagel, add salmon, capers, onion. More lemon water. 1 scoop of ice cream, no cone. Share the fettuccine, add a green salad. Beer followed by lemon water. More mineral complex.

The above IS NOT designed to be an ANTI-INFLAMMATORY DIET, but to create a little more balance to help control the inflammatory reaction.

OUR ACNE CLINIC CAN HELP DESIGN A PROGRAM TO HELP YOU GET RID OF ACNE. ACNE & NUTRITION CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027  

ACNE REVIEW FOR CYSTIC ACNE...

JUNHO'S CYSTIC ACNE TREATMENT REVIEW CHICO, CA

"I've have had cystic acne for over 10 years. I always felt depressed and self conscious. I couldn’t go anywhere without people staring at my face. While living in Korea, I tried everything to cure my cystic acne, but nothing helped. I wanted an alternative type of treatment for my acne without using acne medications because they're so bad for you. When I got to the U.S. as an exchange student, I started going to Tatja at 916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC. I wasn't sure if it would work. I just decided to put my faith in 916, and boom! After 2 months my acne was gone. I suggest putting your trust in Tatja and doing exactly what she says! I am now 25, and I'm extremely happy because my skin has been clear for over a year now. My acne scarring is also gone. I'm back in Korea now, but continue to order the products every 3 to 4 months to keep clear. Tatja emails me to make sure I am staying on track and following her instructions. She really cares about her patients. 916SKIN is a miracle!!"

Junho Song ~ Busan, Korea

ACNE SKIN CARE CONSULTATIONS AVAILABLE: 530.680.2027 

WATER TO BANISH BREAKOUTS

Nothing is the end-all cure-all for getting rid of acne in Chico, but there are many actions you can take to help get breakouts under control, including staying hydrated.

Dehydration is a type of physiological stress that affects all organ systems including the largest organ, the skin. Considering, approximately 80% of our bodies are water, not only does dehydration slow the repairing and rebuilding process of blemished skin, it also slows brain function, cellular metabolism, stiffens joints, raises blood pressure,,, the list is long. Dehydration not only triggers acne, but can make it worse.

Help your skin get clear and stay clear by drinking plenty of water!

CONSULTATIONS: 916SKIN - ACNE PROGRAM: 530.680.2027

EMPOWERED BY CLEAR SKIN...

Acne-prone skin in Chico, can become a thing of the past with a little help from your Acne Specialist at 916SKIN.

A clear complexion builds confidence, empowers, and allows you to feel comfortable being your TRUE SELF.

LET THE HEALING BEGIN INSIDE AND OUT. CALL THE ACNE CLINIC 
FOR A CONSULTATION.
530.680.2027

IS SUNSCREEN NECESSARY FOR DARK SKIN...

Skin Care Products for Acne, including oil-free, non-comedogenic sunscreen for acne-prone skin is available at 916SKIN - Acne Treatment Clinic. 

This octopus-looking cell, more formally known as a melanocyte, has tentacle-like structures that reach up towards the surface of the skin releasing tiny little packages of melanin. It is melanin that gives our skin its color.

More densely packed melanin = more protection from skin cancer says Arnold Oppenheim, Board Certified Dermatologist. But, regardless of how dark your skin tone, you should always wear a broad spectrum sunscreen. Most acne skincare products are formulated with ingredients that peel the skin making it more vulnerable to sun damage. Do your skin a favor, and get yourself a professional strength sunscreen from an Acne Clinic, Medical Spa or Dermatologist's office.

CONSULTATIONS FOR OUR ACNE PROGRAM: (530) 680.2027

WILL TEA TREE OIL CURE MY ACNE...

Treating acne in Butte County with tea tree oil will not clear up your breakouts. While initially, it may help a little, tea tree oil is an anti-bacterial and acne requires more active products than just an anti-bacterial.

Like other bacteria, P. acnes can also become resistant to anti-bacterial agents. So, something that worked at first may stop working after a while.



FIND OUT HOW TO CLEAR YOUR ACNE. 
CALL THE ACNE CLINIC FOR A CONSULT: 530.680.2027

HOW IMPORTANT IS pH FOR BREAKOUTS...

Help heal your acne in Chico by using skincare products with the proper pH.

The skin's pH varies from person to person, but is generally between 4.5 to 6.2. It's important to the health of the skin that the acid mantle maintain a slightly acidic pH. Consider consulting an Acne Specialist to make sure your skincare products are formulated with the proper pH.

Not only do skincare products with an acidic pH help prevent the skin from over dryness, but they help knock out pimples. Acidic conditions allow active ingredients to penetrate more efficiently so you get the most out of your acne products!

ACNE PRODUCTS IN CHICO ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH 916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC. 
CONSULTS: 530.680.2027  

CHICO'S FORK IN THE ROAD...

916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC IN CHICO supports Fork In The Road, a gaggle of food trucks that meet the first Wednesday of every month, April through September. Fork In The Road will reconvene in the Spring, but don't fret, we've still got Taste of Chico, Oktoberfest & Beer Week coming up!

To protect your skin from the physiological stress associated with over consumption, take enzymes to help your body breakdown and utilize nutrients more efficiently, and a probiotic to keep healthful bacteria and yeast in balance.


An Acne Specialist will help you determine what type of digestive aids will help keep your acne under control.

CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027

NO TIME TO TAKE OFF MAKEUP FOR ACNE...

All too often my acne clientele in Chico reluctantly reveal that Friday and Saturday nights they don't take makeup off before bed - "just too tired!"

While not taking off your makeup before bed can cause set backs with your acne program, these set backs won't be as severe if you take the following 3 steps:


1) Verify with your Acne Specialist that your makeup is 100% noncomedogenic (DO NOT trust the label).

2) Do your complete acne skincare regimen the morning AND late afternoon/evening before going out. Apply makeup for acne-prone skin over your products.

3) Do your complete acne skincare regimen the following morning.

Skipping your skincare routine once may cause setbacks, but skipping twice in a row can be disastrous for the acne-prone.

TO CONSULT AN ACNE SPECIALIST ABOUT OUR PROGRAM: 530.680.2027
916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC CHICO, CA

ACNE CLINIC HOURS...

ACNE CLINIC IN BUTTE COUNTY HEALS ACNE THROUGH
SKIN TREATMENTS,
ACNE PRODUCTS &
NUTRITIONAL COACHING.

916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC HOURS:
-Tuesday 8am to 8pm
-Wednesday 8am to 8pm
-Thursday 8am to 8pm

TO GET STARTED,
CALL AND SCHEDULE YOUR COMPLIMENTARY CONSULT
FREE - WHEN YOU DO AN
ACNE TREATMENT
THE SAME DAY!!!
530.680.2027 

BACK TO SCHOOL BREAKOUTS...

At 916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC, treating breakouts in Chico is our specialty!

Back to school breakouts... it happens every semester. Especially, after a long summer vacation full of rest & relaxation. Once school starts, the stress kicks in, nutrition gets compromised, and the breakouts begin.  Breakouts of this nature are a sign of stress induced acne.

The answer is not only in skin treatments and acne products, but in the FOOD you're eating. The vitamins and minerals that you're getting... or in this case, not getting, are directly related to acne. To support your stress hormones, load up on foods rich in vitamins B & C and see an acne specialist.

CONSULTATIONS FOR OUR ACNE PROGRAM: 530.680.2027

BANANA ICE CREAM FOR BREAKOUTS...

One necessity for healing breakouts in Chico is limiting your sugar intake. High blood sugar triggers breakouts in those who are prone to acne. Thankfully, there are some delicious alternatives to alleviate your sweet tooth.

BANANA ICE CREAM:
-2 Frozen Bananas
-2 Tablespoons Almond Milk
-1 Tablespoon Almond Butter
-1 Tablespoon Whole Flax Seed
-1/2 Teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
-Dash of Cinnamon
-Dash of Stevia
-Dash of Salt

Puree in blender. Top with dark chocolate shavings and slivered almonds. Serves two.

The almond butter and flax seed slow the uptake of sugar into the blood stream.
Regulating your blood sugar is an important step in clearing skin and keeping skin clear!

LEARN ABOUT OUR ACNE TREATMENT PROGRAM BY SCHEDULING A CONSULTATION AT THE ACNE CLINIC: 530.680.2027

BEST FACE WIPES FOR ACNE...

Those receiving acne facials in Chico or doing an acne skincare regimen are more prone to skin irritations. Toxins released in sweat can irritate the pores, particularly in breakout zones.

Yes To Cucumber, are non-pore clogging face wipes that can be used to remove sweat, chlorine and other potentially irritating substances from the skin. There are dozens of brands of facial wipes on the market, but Yes To Cucumber is the only brand I've found to be completely non-comedogenic and beneficial for the acne-prone.

After the gym, soccer practice, swimming, etc., wipe skin with a face wipe and apply sunscreen.

CONSULTATIONS WITH AN ACNE SPECIALIST:
530.680.2027

SUNSCREEN INDOORS, REALLY???

Many acne clients in Chico are surprised when I tell them to wear sunscreen indoors. Acne skincare products and
in-clinic acne treatments cause the skin to be more sensitive to the sun and its UV rays.

UVA rays penetrate clouds, bounce off of objects, through glass, through clothing, and onto your skin! Certain indoor lighting emit small amounts of UVA.

Day after day, these rays increase your risk for skin cancer and accelerate the aging process.

DO YOUR SKIN A SOLID, WEAR SUNSCREEN EVERY DAY & CALL THE ACNE SPECIALISTS OF CHICO: 530.680.2027

PRECAUTIONS WITH RETINOL...

Retinol Treatments for acne can be beneficial for non-inflamed acne types. Retinol products makes skin more sensitive to the sun so it should be used with caution for those spending a lot of time out doors.

TAKE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS
WHEN USING RETINOL:
-Avoid the outdoors during peak hours.
-Wear a wide brimmed hat when outside.
-Reapply sunscreen every 1 to 2 hours when outside (even in cloudy or shady conditions).

-Reapply sunscreen regularly if working indoors near a window.
-Use a physical sunscreen with at least 9% zinc oxide - preferably 18 percent.
-Never apply to inflamed acne or inflamed skin (this includes sun burned skin).

916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC IN CHICO CARRIES A VARIETY OF RETINOLS FOR THOSE IN THE ACNE TREATMENT PROGRAM.
CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027