NEOCUTIS FLASH SALE

Myth 1: Only people with oily skin can get acne Acne is caused by clogged pores and bacteria. Flakes of dead skin cells and dirt can clog pores trapping acne causing bacteria for people with dry skin. Oily skin types produce excess oil, which can lead to clogged pores and therefore acne. The type of treatment used to treat acne will be determined by your skin type, oily or dry.   Myth 2: Acne treatments work quickly The best acne treatment is prevention. The acne cycle takes eight weeks, meaning it can take up to eight weeks to see your full results from an acne skincare regimen or treatment. Consistency is key in seeing results along with sticking with your prescribed regiment, even if you don’t see results right away.   Myth 3: The sun can clear acne The sun can may make your pimples appear less noticeable, but that doesn’t mean they are gone. Sun exposure can make acne worse by dehydrating the skin and therefore triggers increased oil production. You may also see an increase in hyperpigmentation and darkening of your acne scars. We recommend a physical sunscreen of an SPF 30 or higher to protect your skin from sun exposure.   Myth 4: Scrubbing your skin will get rid of pimples Over-exfoliating worsens acne. We recommend using a cleanser based on your skin type that contains either salicylic or glycolic acid.   Myth 5: Retinoids make your skin more sensitive to the sun Retinol and Retin-A’s are used to treat acne. These products are designed to be used at nighttime to promote cellular turnover because they lose their efficacy when exposed to sunlight. Again, we recommend an SPF 30 or higher to stay protected from sun exposure.

• 90% of skin damage is caused by sun exposure
• After the age of 20, a person produces 1% less collagen in the skin each year
• Aging UVA rays are equally strong on sunny and cloudy days
• Vitamin A treats sun damage and cellulite
• Skin is the human body’s largest organ
• 1/20 adult women suffer from acne
• Vitamin D reduces spots
• Facials are a key part of a good skincare regimen
• Vitamin C is an antioxidant that regenerates vitamin E and provides protection
• 1/100 adult men suffer from acne
• Pimples are not caused by dirt or diet
• Vitamin E is an antioxidant that protects against sun damage and aging
• You should reapply your sunscreen every 80 minutes
• Regular exercise can increase toxin removal in your skin
• Noncomedogenic is a good term to look for in your skincare, meaning it won’t clog your pores
• The SPF number does not tell you how much protection you’re getting from the sun