Acne Products and Treatments

Greenlee Powerwash for Acne - PowerWash is specially formulated with from Greenlee’s Goat Milk Soap and blended with tea tree oil. This powerful combo punches out acne by unclogging pores and stopping acne outbreaks. Use twice a day for best results. Another super acne product of there is called Zap! It’s a topical spray that dries and shrinks blemishes so that skin regains its health.

Lancôme Extra Controle – This is an Acne Treatment Matifying Solution in a gel lotion form that helps clear up acne, prevents breakouts and provides all day oil (shine) control. The product is oil-free, non-aggravating. It gently exfoliates skin, leaving it clear, clean, smooth. Another item in this product line, called Lancôme Pur Controle, is a Purifying Foaming Mousse that dissolves excess oils, makeup and other harmful substances that can clog pores.

M.D. Forté – This is a comprehensive Alpha-Hydroxy Acid (AHA) skin care system. The system has specialized products to help with cleansing, renewal, hydrating, protection and special care like for acne treatment. Their products are reported to have up to 2-3 times as much Glycolic Acid than other products in similar price ranges.

MagicClear – This Teenage Acne Treatment was specifically created for teenage acne by an esthetician for her teenage son. An effective over the counter acne treatment, it is sold exclusively on the Internet and via mail order. It can be used by all age groups, too.

Murad Acne Complex Kit – This acne treatment skincare kit helps control acne flair-ups, and heal and hydrate skin. Active ingredients are Retinol, Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, antibacterial agents and antioxidants. The treatment process exfoliates dead surface skin cells and decreases over supply of oil while destroying harmful bacteria.

One kit generally comes with a two-month supply of: Clarifying Skin Cleanser, Acne Prone Skin Formula, Skin Perfecting Lotion, and sometimes a free gift: Acne Management Formula. They also sell Pure Skin® Skin Clarifying Supplement and Age Proof Oil Free Sunblock SPF 15 for Face.

Origins Spot Remover – This acne treatment’s active ingredients include Salicylic Acid oregano and clove buds. This will not dry out your skin causing it to flake, while it dries up your acne problems. It’s noted for speedy healing and reduced redness, especially for those with sensitive skin. Simply coat targeted acne area with thin layer. That’s it. Use only ONCE a day at first. Then increase to 2 to 3 times daily, as needed. IF dryness or flaking begins, reduce applications. You can use makeup or other skincare products with it, too. “It's invisible!”

Oxy Balance Acne Treatment – available over the counter at most drug stores, this 10% Benzoyl Peroxide Lotion Acne Treatment is highly effective against eliminating pimples and helping to prevent future breakouts. The product also kills harmful bacteria that causes acne and helps control oil.

Proactiv Solution – This is a 3-step treatment program. The steps with their products follow along with some recommended supplemental treatments. www.proactiv.com

Step 1. Renewing Cleanser - This oil-free formula is made up of small, smooth grains that gently exfoliate dead skin cells and other impurities. It also has prescription-grade Benzoyl peroxide that seeps into pores, destroying bacteria and healing blemishes in a hurry.

Step 2. Revitalizing Toner - This is noted as a refreshing, alcohol-free liquid with botanical agents that removes dead skin cells, gently balance skin tone, unplugs pores, helps with excess oil ridding, and overall soothes skin. Results are refreshed skin.

Step 3. Repairing Lotion – This light, oil-free lotion is made up of fine milled prescription-grade Benzoyl peroxide that heals blackheads and blemishes. It also helps with the prevention of future flair-ups. An advanced delivery system in Repairing Lotion is noted as being "soothing and safe for your entire face.”

* Supplemental products include: Oil-Free Moisture with SPF 15. This lite lotion leaves your skin soft, but not greasy-feeling. Specially formulated for acne skin types, this product doesn’t clog pores. It also boasts SPF 15 for sun protection. Another supplemental product is called Daily Oil Control – This product helps skin glow, instead of shine with excess oil. It also helps keep pores from clogging and makeup (and other skin care products) from running throughout the day.

Retin-A® - This topical treatment, Tretinoin, is used to help stop acne and help heal cases in progress. You simply apply a small amount of the liquid with cotton swabs or gauze pads to affected areas before going to bed. (NOTE: make sure to wash hands after applying.) AVOID any product near the eyes, mouth and around any open cuts; this can be very irritating for sensitive skin. It is not unusual for acne to worsen after the first use. Just continue, as it may be anywhere from three to six weeks before positive results show. Caution: Using Retin-A more frequently or in excessive amounts may increase side effects (NOT increase acne healing)! Side effects can include: skin stinging or redness, skin peeling and increased sun sensitivity. If any persist, contact your healthcare provider. See package instructions for more details about product usage and care instructions.

SONYA DAKAR ACNE SKIN SOLUTION™ - This company has a line of acne fighting and scarring treatment products including: Wash Decongesting, Scrub, Toner, Protect, Repair, Hydrate, Acne Treatments, Acne Fighter, Drying Potion, Complexion Corrector, Peeling Cream, Mask and Acne Mini-Kit. The Scarring Line helps with rebuilding damaged skin cells and in speeding up the healing process.

Stridex – A name brand well known for acne treatment and prevention products, this line has a variety. There are Essential Care Pads, Maximum Strength Pads, Facewipes To Go and Sensitive Skin Pads for cleaning your face anytime, anywhere. And there are helpful daily and weekly products like Clear Cycle, a 7-day purifying preventative treatment; Day and Night, a pore de-clogger; Cooling Foam Wash, to rid harmful bacteria from pore areas; and Fruit Therapy, fruity pore un-clogger.

The Grekin Skin Rejuvenation System – The Grekin Skin in Michigan actually has a Woman’s Acne Center and Skin Rejuvenation Clinic. Their acne prevention and treatment products include Gentle Skin Cleanser, a soap-free cleanser that gently cleanses the skin; Foaming Gentle Skin Cleanser, another soap-free cleanser that foams, and it contains glycolic acid; Active Skin Cleanser, made for oily or acne-prone skin; Blemish Control Solution, for active blemishes and inflammation due to flair-ups and Refirming Gel Moisturizer, with ½ percent Hydrocortisone. They also offer Hydrating Cream Antioxidant, to help replenish nutrients; Oxygenating Natural Serum, a non-greasy skin renewing treatment; and Viennese Repair Crème, to rejuvenate the skin.

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