Feroche Esthetics Newsletter February 2010 Vol. #1, Issue #1 Excerpt
A common misconception is that acne only affects teenagers. But more than ever before, adults are suffering with oily and acneic skin conditions. The following are facts provided by Dermalogica’s The Book.
Clinical studies indicate that between 40 and 55 percent of the adult population in the 20 to 40 age group are diagnosed with a low grade, persistent acne and oily skin.
Clinical studies indicate that between 40 and 55 percent of the adult population in the 20 to 40 age group are diagnosed with a low grade, persistent acne and oily skin.
According to the Journal of American Academy of Dermatology, 54% of women older than age 25 have some facial acne, which is most likely attributed to hormonal fluctuations that trigger excess sebum (oil) resulting in acne. Acne arising in adulthood is more likely to be inflammatory with lesions predominantly located around the mouth, chin and jaw line. Likewise, adults often have sensitized skin, or a combination of skin conditions in addition to their acne, which makes treatment more challenging.
What are the four main biochemical triggers that contribute to acne?
What are the four main biochemical triggers that contribute to acne?
The primary catalyst for adult acne is chronic stress. Balancing personal and professional responsibilities makes this generation of adults the most time-compressed generation in history. The constant, continued and heightened level of stress throws our adrenal glands (sits on top of kidneys, releases hormones) into overdrive, which in turn can boost sebum (oil) production, setting the stage for acne development.
While stress creates the trigger for acne, there are four main factors that contribute to the development of acne: overactive sebaceous glands (the production of too much oil), dead skin cell accumulation, bacteria and inflammation.
While stress creates the trigger for acne, there are four main factors that contribute to the development of acne: overactive sebaceous glands (the production of too much oil), dead skin cell accumulation, bacteria and inflammation.
Despite which form of acne is prevalent, it is known that sebum production or oil is the catalyst for the series of events that result in acne or breakouts. Often times, a client will not think they have even a mild form of acne and will attribute their skin condition to excess oiliness. Excess sebum is often associated with enlarged pores, a tendency toward follicle (pore) congestion and an oily T-zone.
Cell accumulation and Bacteria
In a normal follicle (pore), dead surface cells are continually sloughing from the epidermal canal and are deposited at the surface of the skin. However, when acne is present, a proliferation of cells occurs at the neck of the follicle, accompanied by excess sebum that causes the cells to stick together along with bacteria; together the sebum and cells lead to the formation of an impaction plug that provides a nice environment for the bacteria to thrive. Bethany says: that is one of the reasons why it is important to exfoliate.
Inflammation
Inflamed lesions may also result, whereby the follicle wall ruptures forming a papule (pimple). If the break in the follicle is close to the surface, a pustule (juicy pimple) results, if it is deeper a nodule forms. In some cases, a membrane entraps the infection and a cyst develops.
Regardless, enzymes are stimulated to help repair the damaged tissue and white blood cells invade the area: this is when inflammation sets in. Bethany says: you do not want to try to “pop” cystic acne because it could spread the infection under the skin. Unfortunately you should only treat and be patient.
What can be done to help treat, clear and prevent adult acne?
In order to control acne, we must interrupt the degeneration of the follicle by affecting the four main contributing factors. The International Dermal Institute has researched several new ingredients that are extremely effective in controlling acne. These ingredients can be found in Dermalogica’s MediBac Clearing system.
In a normal follicle (pore), dead surface cells are continually sloughing from the epidermal canal and are deposited at the surface of the skin. However, when acne is present, a proliferation of cells occurs at the neck of the follicle, accompanied by excess sebum that causes the cells to stick together along with bacteria; together the sebum and cells lead to the formation of an impaction plug that provides a nice environment for the bacteria to thrive. Bethany says: that is one of the reasons why it is important to exfoliate.
Inflammation
Inflamed lesions may also result, whereby the follicle wall ruptures forming a papule (pimple). If the break in the follicle is close to the surface, a pustule (juicy pimple) results, if it is deeper a nodule forms. In some cases, a membrane entraps the infection and a cyst develops.
Regardless, enzymes are stimulated to help repair the damaged tissue and white blood cells invade the area: this is when inflammation sets in. Bethany says: you do not want to try to “pop” cystic acne because it could spread the infection under the skin. Unfortunately you should only treat and be patient.
What can be done to help treat, clear and prevent adult acne?
In order to control acne, we must interrupt the degeneration of the follicle by affecting the four main contributing factors. The International Dermal Institute has researched several new ingredients that are extremely effective in controlling acne. These ingredients can be found in Dermalogica’s MediBac Clearing system.
Their research has shown that by inhibiting the activity of overactive sebaceous glands, we not only eliminate the food source for the bacteria, but we also eliminate oily shine and create a more esthetically pleasing appearance on the skin.
To control cell accumulation we need to stimulate natural exfoliation superficially as well as in the follicle lining. By exfoliating to remove surface cells that have not been shed, we can help eliminate the impaction of follicles which triggers the early stages of comedone (blackhead) formation.
By controlling bacteria on the skin’s surface and in the follicle, we can control the source of fatty acids that contribute to irritation. To help keep inflammation caused by adult acne under control, we must consider the application of topical anti-inflammatory repair agents, botanicals, and humectants to help the healing process and soothe inflamed skin.
Dermalogica’s new MediBac Clearing system works to treat, clear and prevent adult acne while addressing the needs of adult skin. The MediBac Clearing system controls acne without compromising skin’s integrity, which means skin is consistently clear and healthier. Each product, with its unique acne-fighting and clearing ingredients, is designed to be layered upon the skin to provide around-the-clock, maximum control of the four main factors that contribute to acne.
To control cell accumulation we need to stimulate natural exfoliation superficially as well as in the follicle lining. By exfoliating to remove surface cells that have not been shed, we can help eliminate the impaction of follicles which triggers the early stages of comedone (blackhead) formation.
By controlling bacteria on the skin’s surface and in the follicle, we can control the source of fatty acids that contribute to irritation. To help keep inflammation caused by adult acne under control, we must consider the application of topical anti-inflammatory repair agents, botanicals, and humectants to help the healing process and soothe inflamed skin.
Dermalogica’s new MediBac Clearing system works to treat, clear and prevent adult acne while addressing the needs of adult skin. The MediBac Clearing system controls acne without compromising skin’s integrity, which means skin is consistently clear and healthier. Each product, with its unique acne-fighting and clearing ingredients, is designed to be layered upon the skin to provide around-the-clock, maximum control of the four main factors that contribute to acne.
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