About Accutane (Isotretinoin)

916 Acne, Skin & Wellness is an acne clinic in Northern California. We successfully treat acne without the use of prescription medications, and offer a long distance program for those throughout the U.S..  On average, our patients get clear in 3 to 4 months.
ACNE CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027

What is Isotretinoin?
Isotretinoin ((13cis)-retinoic acid)) is a derivative of vitamin A, commonly known as Accutane, or generically Asmnesteem, Claravis, and Sotret.

How Does Isotretinoin (Accutane) Work:
Isotretinoin impedes cellular reproduction (cell growth) and oil-gland function. Isotretinoin also depletes the body's water-holding molecules, which help lubricate and protect tissue in the skin, scalp, eyes and joints.

What You Should Know About Isotretinoin:
Isotretinoin (Accutane) is FDA approved to treat severe, nodular acne that has not been helped by other treatments, including antibiotics. Although it is commonly prescribed to treat less severe acne, including mild acne, it is NOT FDA approved for this purpose.

Isotretinoin may cause serious mental health problem including depression, psychosis, and suicide. In an effort to regulate teratogenicity and reduce fetal malformation, the FDA has implemented a program called iPLEDGE™ to restrict the distribution of Isotretinoin. Isotretinoin must only be prescribed by those registered and activated with the iPLEDGE program. Isotretinoin must only be dispensed by a pharmacy registered and activated with iPLEDGE, and must only be dispensed to patients who are registered and meet all the requirements of iPLEDGE.

For more information on Isotretinoin, view the Medication Guide at: http://www.fda.gov/Drugs/DrugSafety/ucm085729.htm scroll down and click on Accutane.

Will Glycolic Acid Help My Breakouts?

916 Acne, Skin & Wellness Studio offers glycolic acid for acne. 916 offers glycolic acid 5% and glycolic acid 10% in a water based serum.  To ensure that you receive the correct products for your type of acne, and understand how to use them properly, all acne products at 916 require a consultation prior to purchase.

Glycolic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid derived from sugar cane.  It has a shorter carbon chain than other alpha hydroxies.  It consists of 2 carbons, which allows it to penetrate quicker and deeper. And although it is more effective at controlling oil than mandelic, it can also cause more irritation.  Not everyone is a candidate for glycolic. And in many cases, glycolic is a product that you work up to - rather than start out on. Irritation causes dryness, and dryness causes breakouts - so better to start conservatively and avoid potential breakouts!     

Zeno Clears Acne

916SKIN now offers the Zeno acne device. Zeno will be available beginning April 1st at our acne clinic, 916 Acne, Skin & Wellness Studio, or at our online store, 916SKIN.NET.

Zeno is a proprietary acne clearing device. It is a hand-held, portable, electronic, medical device that is clinically proven to clear pimples. Zeno is the most scientifically advanced and effective device available for treating acne, and is best suited for those with mild to moderate inflamed acne (red pimples, or pustules with a red base). When used in combination with our acne treatments and customized home care routine, Zeno helps give you a jump start on clearing acne fast.

Zeno technology emits a heat shock in the microorganisms that cause skin lesions, killing P. acnes bacteria, and helping the skin to return to a healthy state.  P. acnes bacterium is responsible for 90% of all inflamed acne.

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$10 OFF Acne Treatment

916SKIN - Acne, Skin & Wellness Studio is offering $10 OFF an acne treatment in Chico, California through Thursday, March 10th.

ACNE CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027

Acne Clinic in Chico!!!

916SKIN is an acne clinic in Chico, California dedicated to getting our patients clear.  Although there is no cure for acne, there is help for acne that WILL get you clear in 12 to 16 weeks. The key to getting clear is not in the form of a pill, but consistent treatment and communication with an acne specialist who knows and understands your skin, your lifestyle, and your constitutional weaknesses. People are often amazed at how quickly they respond to acne treatment, especially since most of my acne patients have tried just about everything before they discover my acne program - walking into my clinic so reluctant and discouraged. If you possess the patience it takes to get clear skin, and the diligence to do a morning and evening home care routine without fail - I can help you.

Start by scheduling an acne consultation. For $25 you get a 60 minute consult. It is a great opportunity to have all of your questions answered.

ACNE CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027

What Type of Acne is the Hardest to Treat???

Acne care in Chico, California is available at 916SKIN.  916 is an acne clinic treating grades 1 through 4 acne vulgaris through bimonthly acne treatments and a customized, progressive, topical home care routine.  Most patients experience immediate improvement, and are completely clear within 12 to 16 weeks.  ACNE CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027

Grade 2 acne is the most difficult to treat. Grade 2 acne consists mainly of whiteheads - tiny impacted bumps that make the skin feel bumpy and grainy.  The follicular/pore opening on whiteheads is in some cases very tiny, which makes it difficult to do extractions.  Grade 2 patients need massive exfoliation - Clarisonic, scrub, hydroxy acids, vitamin A products, and often times other peeling agents.  Grade 2 acne takes the longest to get clear, so, not only do they need massive exfoliation, they need a lot of patience.   

Dermatologist that treats acne in Chico, California

Although 916 Acne, Skin & Wellness is not a dermatology clinic in Chico, California; we are, however, an acne clinic treating both inflamed and non-inflamed acne without the use of prescription drugs such as Accutane, Tazorac, or Adapalene.

If you would like to have clear, acne free skin in 12 to 16 weeks please contact the acne clinic to schedule your consultation: 530.680.2027

Foods That Cause Acne!!!

Acne care in Chico, California is available at 916SKIN - Acne, Skin & Wellness Studio. For more information on acne facts & myths visit our website at http://www.916skin.com/. Acne consultations are available for local and long distance patients: 530.680.2027.

What causes acne? Genetics.  However, if you have a genetic predisposition for acne there are many other things that can trigger your breakouts including foods that are known to spike your androgens.  Androgens are male-type hormones such as testosterone and DHEA that are found in both men and women.  Try to avoid the following foods: peanuts, peanut oil, peanut butter, corn oil, wheat germ, shellfish, organ meats, sweetbreads, beef and liver. These influence hormones that can exacerbate acne. Eating something off of this list occasionally probably won't have much of an affect, but I have had patients who got clear instantly once they kicked their daily peanut butter habit.

Tiny Hairs On My Nose or Blackheads???

Acnemanagement, blackhead removal and deep pore cleansing in Chico is available at 916SKIN - Acne, Skin & Wellness Clinic. ACNE CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027

If you see tiny little black or brown hairs growing on the surface of your skin... look again, they may be blackheads! The proper name is microfilaments.  Microfilaments are similar to blackheads except their structure looks like that of a tiny hair or splinter. If you are able to remove it with tweezers you may notice there is no root ball at the end of the filament as you would see on a hair. 

With the correct treatment to prepare the skin and loosen the follicular debris, microfilaments can be removed quite successfully - leaving you with a clean, smooth, healthy looking nose.  Often times, the nose can be extremely sensitive, and many people can't tolerate the extractions. In this case, we remove what we can from the follicles (pores)... depending on what you can tolerate, and send you home with products that will clear the microfilaments over time. Proper cleansing, use of a Clarisonic Facial Brush, and exfoliants are all  very important in clearing those impactions.  Be patient... using products alone can take up to 3 to 6 months to get results.

"One Man's Meat Is Another Man's Poison"

Can chemical and food sensitivities cause acne? Although genetics is the underlying cause of acne, diet plays a critical role in preventing a wide range of degenerative diseases and premature aging including many skin disorders such as acne, psoriasis, and eczema. Knowing what you are sensitive or intolerant to can help alleviate numerous conditions such as digestive disorders, migraines, obesity, chronic fatigue, aching joints, autism, acne and other skin disorders, and many more.  At 916SKIN, we use the ALCAT test, which tests for sensitivities to foods, functional foods, herbs, food additives, food colorings, molds, and environmental chemicals. By eliminating (in some cases rotating) what you are sensitive or intolerant of can have a dramatic affect on your skin and on your health.  Following a customized protocol will enhance your health and improve your quality of life.

To schedule an ALCAT consultation or testing please contact the clinic.
ACNE CONSULTATIONS: 530.680.2027