Saturday, September 29, 2018

HOW TO EAT YOUR GREENS...

Part of controlling acne in Chico, Ca., is making sure you've got plenty of minerals and fat soluble vitamins on board. 

Salad greens have lots of minerals, but in order for them to be absorbed, you'll need something acidic to eat with your salad like a squeeze of lemon, splash of vinegar or a few wedges of a tangerine.

Greens also contain the fat soluble vitamins beta-carotene and vitamin K, which are much better absorbed when eaten with fat. So, load up your salad with avocado, raw nuts & seeds or make your own olive oil dressing. Without fat & something acidic, these nutrients won't be able to perform their metabolic function in helping to heal your acne.

916SKIN - THE ACNE SPECIALISTS OF CHICO. ACNE PROGRAM CONSULTATION: 530.680.2027 

Wednesday, September 26, 2018

LET THE SCARS FALL OFF...

Late fall is a great time to begin treatment for acne scars in Chico, CA.

During the cooler months we can use more aggressive products to tackle different types of acne scars and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.  Several of the products that help rejuvenate acne scars can make skin more sensitive to the sun. Using these products in the upcoming months will help you avoid "tomato face" and overly dry skin. 

SPEAK WITH OUR ACNE SPECIALIST ABOUT OUR ACNE SCAR REVISION PROGRAM. 530.680.2027

Tuesday, September 25, 2018

SODA HAS GOT TO GO!!!

Want to get your acne under control? Stop drinking soda!

A 500ml bottle of coke contains 53grams of sugar... over 13 teaspoons of sugar.
This puts your immune system, specifically your neutrophils in temporary paralysis. 

For those who are acne-prone, sugar is a big time acne trigger. Avoiding sugar & high glycemic index foods is just one of many critical steps you can take to help fight acne in Chico, Ca.

916SKIN - ACNE CLINIC IS HERE TO HELP. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR DETAILS ABOUT OUR ACNE PROGRAM OR CALL FOR A CONSULTATION. 530.680.2027

Monday, September 24, 2018

6 TIPS TO STRENGTHEN IMMUNE SYSTEM...

With cold & flu season coming up, breakouts are on the rise! Yes, getting sick will likely cause an acne flare-up in Chico, CA.

If you are prone to breakouts, anything that weakens the immune system has the potential to trigger acne. Keeping your immune system strong can help prevent breakouts during these times. Sugar & foods that convert rapidly into sugar weaken the immune system.

6 TIPS TO STRENGTHEN IMMUNE SYSTEM:
1. Avoid all sugar including sweeteners (honey, agave, maple syrup, high fructose corn syrup, etc.)
2. Avoid fast, processed and or junk foods
3. Avoid refined carbohydrates (bread, muffins, pastries, pizza, chips, tortillas, white rice, pasta, etc.)
4. Avoid food made with flour
5. Avoid food made with starches (potato, corn, rice & tapioca starch)
6. DO EAT nutrient dense, whole foods (grown out of the ground, off of a tree or from an animal)

Rock this diet & your skin will rock, too!

SEE THE ACNE SPECIALIST OF CHICO. CALL 916SKIN: 530.680.2027

Thursday, September 20, 2018

HEALING YOUR BREAKOUTS WITH SLEEP...

How does sleep help heal acne in Chico, Ca?

1. Sleep reduced stress - a major acne trigger.

2. Consistent sleep reduces inflammation. This means 

it also reduces inflammatory acne. Think big red pimples.

3. Sleep is when your body does the majority of healing & repairing. Your skin cells produce more protein when you sleep, one of the building blocks for repairing acne, scarring & skin damage. So... when combined with treatments & a homecare system, more sleep = faster healing acne! 

FOR MORE TIPS ON HOW TO HEAL YOUR ACNE, CALL 916SKIN ACNE CLINIC FOR A CONSULTATION. 530|680|2027 

Monday, September 17, 2018

THE IMPORTANCE OF AN ACID MANTLE...

Maintaining the integrity of your acid mantle can help prevent breakouts in Chico, Ca.

Your acid mantle is a mixture of substances secreted onto the surface of your skin that acts as a seal or waterproofing agent. The acidic nature of the acid mantle is what gives your skin it's pH (4.5ish to 5.5ish).

This skin "sealant" helps keep cells tight and flat sort of like shingles that protect your roof from the elements. This makes it more challenging for acne bacteria, other microbes and environmental pollutants to penetrate your skin. Using the wrong skin care products, even just the wrong cleanser, can compromise your acid mantle. When this happens, the skin can become overly dry, red and/or irritated... and with that comes more breakouts.

SPEAK WITH AN ACNE SPECIALIST TO FIND OUT IF YOU'RE USING THE RIGHT PRODUCTS. ACNE PROGRAM & PRODUCT CUSTOMIZATION:530.680.2027

Friday, September 14, 2018

AM I USING THE RIGHT CLEANSER...

Yes, the type of cleanser you choose can make or break your acne in Chico. Commercial cleansers are typically alkaline and have a pH of 8 to 11. Way too high. That tight, dry, squeaky feeling you get after cleansing your skin is telling you something... your using the wrong cleanser. 

Alkaline cleansers strip away your acid mantle, leaving you susceptible to dry, irritated, damaged skin. And with that, comes more breakouts.

Cleansers that mimic the acidic pH of the skin remove oils without stripping. They also act as mild anti-bacterials, which is especially beneficial for those with inflamed acne.

The average skin pH ranges from approximately 4.5 to 5.5. Using a cleanser within this range is essential in the acne healing process.

CUSTOMIZED ACNE PRODUCTS & ACNE TREATMENT CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027

Wednesday, September 12, 2018

VICTORIA'S ACNE PROGRAM REVIEW...

Here's what one of our clients has to say about the 916SKIN                Acne Treatment Program in Chico.

"Until I came to 916SKIN, I had struggled with acne my whole life. My teenage acne became adult acne and then began scarring. I tried multiple dermatologists, proactive and almost every other product out there. Nothing helped. Then I started coming to 916. I can proudly say that after 4+ years of coming here, my skin continues to look better and better. LIFE CHANGING. The results were quick as well! I can remember my skin only getting clearer from my first appointment. Tatja has also given me wonderful advice on what other ways I can help my skin. She is passionate about helping people feel better, which is hard to find out there! Lifelong client here!"

~ Victoria Griffin ~ Chico, CA (google review)

CONSULTATION WITH AN ACNE SPECIALIST: 530.680.2027

Monday, September 10, 2018

ALMONDS OR PEANUTS FOR ACNE...

To help fight breakouts in Chico, Ca., stuff your face with almonds not peanuts!

Peanuts, peanut oil & peanut butter are major acne triggers. 

Almonds are an anti-inflammatory, acne fighting food that's loaded with nutrients including healthy fats!

SPEAK WITH AN ACNE SPECIALIST ABOUT OUR ACNE PROGRAM & WHAT FOODS WILL HELP CLEAR YOUR ACNE. 530-680-2027

Friday, September 7, 2018

HOW MUCH TONER IS ENOUGH...

If you're in our acne skincare program in Chico, your products should last 2 to 6 months depending on the size. Some people go through an entire 7oz acne toner in 2 weeks. That's way too much! Our 7oz toners should last you at least 3 months. 

TIPS:
-Use flat cotton rounds - cotton balls soak up more product.
-No need to soak the whole round - only put toner on half the round.
-You can get a big pack of these at the dollar store.

SPEAK WITH AN ACNE SPECIALIST ABOUT OUR TREATMENT PROGRAM.
CONSULTATIONS: 530-680-2027

Wednesday, September 5, 2018

HOW COMMITTED ARE YOU...

If you are committed to getting rid of your acne in Chico, Ca., 916SKIN can help you!

One of my clients went to Burning Man for 12 days, and despite the layers of dust and sweat, she faithfully did her skin care routine every morning and every night.
Now, that is serious dedication to the acne treatment program!

Yes, it's a lot of work to do a skin care routine, twice a day with many steps! BUT... if you are tenacious and committed, we can really, truly help you get 95% to 100% clear.

SO, HOW COMMITTED ARE YOU?
CONSULTATION WITH AN ACNE SPECIALIST: 530-680-2027 

Monday, September 3, 2018

BEST WIPES FOR ACNE-PRONE SKIN...

With over 40 different brands of facial wipes to choose from, which wipes are safe for acne-prone skin in Chico, Ca

There are no regulations around comedogenicity. This is very misleading to the consumer 
as the term 
"non-comedogenic" 

can be slapped on the label and it doesn't mean a thing.

BUT, Yes to Cucumbers are facial wipes that ARE non-comedogenic, making them safe for acne-prone skin. They can be used to wipe off excessive oil & sweat - making sure to always reapply sunscreen, afterwards. Or, to remove your makeup. When it comes to doing your morning and evening skincare routine, wash your face the old fashioned way with cleanser & warm water.

LEARN ABOUT THE 916SKIN - ACNE TREATMENT PROGRAM
CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027