Blog -TRIGGERS FOR ACNE
If acne had one cause, we could formulate an easy solution for this common skin condition that affects approximately 80% of people at some stage throughout their lives. Acne can be caused by a myriad of reasons, making this sometimes tricky to treat. At Skin and Body Lounge our consults covers Topical, Gut, Hormones and Emotional. Within these 4 areas are many facets again that can contribute to acne breakouts. Why one breakouts out will 99% of the time fall into one or a combination of the 4 Pillars of Skin Health.
Once we know what red flags present themselves from each of the 4 Pillars are we then able to take action to banish the blemish.For those who have not had an Acne Consultation at Skin & Body Lounge and delved into our 4 Pillars of Skin Health Program I have my top 3 irritants that have proven time and time again to be the cause of acne. If you have acne and are sick and tired of the constant breakouts, try my top 3 list first.
1. Topical – what we put on our skin is the most common reason why one breaks out. Be it your favourite chemical makeup product that you LOVE, or the chemical sunscreen that you apply daily to protect from UV, topical wins hands down time and time again. The top makeup companies have great marketing and we all want to wear it, but it is notorious for clogging pores and causing consistent daily breakouts. You then wear more as you try to conceal and the cycle continues. Same with chemical sunscreens. It will clog your skin like crazy, besides the fact that chemical sunscreens don’t always protect against UVA – the ageing ray. The answer – try out some reputable mineral make up brands (100% natural – companies can call their product mineral when in fact it only contains 1% minerals!) that will sit on the surface of the skin, not clog, look super natural and feel amazing. Eg. O Cosmedics 1skin or youngblood mineral make up. The best mineral sunscreen I have come across thus far is the O Cosmedics mineral pro – not greasy, and you can use as a moisturiser all in one for very oily skins. It also contains zinc (healing for acne and anti inflammatories-calming) Using the right skin care for your skin type, moisturising daily, and serums.
2. Dairy – 2nd on my list of highest aggravator. There is an abundance of a growth factor hormone called IGF-1 in dairy. This hormone which is designed to make baby cows grow big and strong also increases our oil flow in our pores. It also encourages the dead skin in the pore to multiply and shed and then stick together with the extra oil that is being produced inside of the pores. Inflammation in the skin is also on the increase with this hormone causing sore and red acne. It is recommended to eliminate all sources of dairy from your diet for 30 days. If your skin improves then you know that dairy is a trigger for you.
3. Coming of the contraceptive pill (especially if one has acne prior to going on the pill and went on the pill to get rid of acne) is another major cause of breakouts. Being on the pill suppresses oil production in the skin, so when the pill is stopped the skin increases in oil production. Post pill acne is a withdrawal from the birth controls strong oil suppressing drugs. There is also a natural surge in the androgen hormone after coming off the pill. Book in with a Skin Care Specialists to prep your skin for coming off the pill 1-3 months prior is best. Using AHA’s, retinols and appropriate skin care will reduce the severity if not the acne in general. Avoid dairy for at least a month prior and 3-6 months post coming off the pill as this contains the growth hormone IGF-1. Sugar also spikes IGF-1 hormone. Take a zinc supplement and Vitamin B supplement as absorption of these are supressed whilst on the pill. Zinc is anti bacterial and regulates keratin production (cellular turnover)
Want to know more? lets delve deeper into possible red flags that may be causing you to breakout.
Some of you may have heard me banging on about omega 3,6 &9 and thought yeah yeah what’s the big deal?
Omega’s are an essential tool for anyone wanting to achieve a healthy skin! Good fats are the fundamental building blocks required to make healthy cells and
our bodies don’t make essential fats which means we must obtain them from our diet. 1 in 3 people are deficient in good fats. How do I know this? YOUR skin tells me!
Without the right food an unhealthy skin will just continue to make unhealthy cells, this process makes it harder for skin care to correct issues.
When treating skin issues we must also start with the basics then we can get into the fun stuff and get results! Feed your skin from with in and it will do what you need it to.
So what exactly do Omegas do for the skin and body apart from making healthy cells?
-They are required for our brain, heart and liver to work
-Are essential for absorption & storage of fat soluble vitamins A,D,E & K
-They provide us with energy
-they keep our skin hydrated and waterproofed (you can drink all the water in the world but if your lacking omegas your skin will be dehydrated or dry)
-they help our skin to produce QUALITY sebum (oil) which flows and doesn’t clog
-Good fat burns fat
-Promotes healthy nail and hair growth
-Slows ageing keeps skin plump and firm
-hormone production and regulation
-regulates thyroid and adrenal activity
-regulates blood pressure, liver function and boost immunity
-improves inflammatory conditions
What skin conditions will benefit from Omegas (efas)
Well everyone wanting healthy skin!!
I personally use and highly recommend Inskin Skintrition EFA’s MAX Complex which are sold in salon.
For any more info on EFAS or skin please contact me at the salon.
Reveal your best skin ever after a month of over indulging and sun with our Feburary Micro Specials.
For the whole month of Feburary receive $20 OFF any of our MICROHYDRABRASION facial treatments.
Full details of our MICRO options can be found here skinandbodylounge.com.au/product/facial-treatements/
Purchase 2 or more O Cosmedics products on the same day as your Micro and receive 10% off your products.
Let us help you get your glow back and headed on the way to healthy functioning skin in 2016.
For bookings or enquiries txt or call us on 0419 622 401
To celebrate the opening of our exclusive new Tingalpa salon, I’m excited to launch a range of treatment packages with amazing savings.
These are available for a limited time only and subject to availability.
*Conditions apply.
RENEW YOU PACKAGE
This 4 weekly treatment plan consists of
*1 Micro-hydro-dermabrasion 1hour
*1 Micro-hydo-dermabrasion express 45mins
*1 Pomegranate 45min peel
*1 oxygenating 45min peel
*Your choice of 2 Skinstitut products
Normally $480 Now $336
ANTI AGING BOOTCAMP
This package gives you the tools and the know how to treat your concerns at home.
*1 home care Dermal Roller
*1 Bio-collagen Defence 4 in 1 capsules
*1 Dermal rolling skin treatment 45mins
Normally $250 Now $175 Only 2 left of this pack
SKIN DISCOVERY STARTER PACK
This package is great for those wanting to start on a home care range and experience a skin treatment for the first time.
*3 Skinstitut products
*$30 voucher to spend on any skin treatment
$129 value for $90
BREAKOUTS BE GONE
Target stubborn breakouts with intensive in salon treatments and home care for proven results.
*2 x 1hour Purifying skin treatments
*Receive a O Cosmedics 4 piece starter kit valued at $99 for free
$319 value for $220, only 1 of these are left available.
These are only valid in Oct and to be used all by end of November.
These deals won’t be repeated. No further discounts.
For all bookings and inquries I can be contacted on 0419 622 401 or email me at tash@skinandbodylounge.com.au
All skins benefit from some form of exfoliation especially as we age and dealing with the cooler weather.
Not only can it help with any dryness it can prevent clogging, pigmentation and helps your other products work better.
Did you know exfoliating has also been proven to prevent skin cancers.
If your skin is feeling full, dry or clogged why not try one of our microhydrabrasion skin treatments, all on sale with 25% off for this month. Conditions apply.
O is a collection of many years of experience, research and development and personal growth. O is precision skincare in every way. Cosmedical made from the purest combination of medical grade ingredients and cosmetic science, blended harmoniously with nature, in line with international industry movement and breakthrough yet proudly Australian made and owned. O is made using the most potent, most concentrated active ingredients in base creams that have a natural and perfect skin affinity, O is emulsifier free.
- O is more than just a cosmedical breakthrough, O is about you.
- O represents timeless and ageless beauty, beauty with no beginning and no end.
- O stands for skin health and skin youth.
- O empowers you with self confidence throughout the ages and allows you to be who you want to be, comfortable in your own skin.
- It is our greatest pleasure to be able to bring O to you!
For more info on this amazing range check out their website here or book a consult in salon to discuss your skincare needs.
Anyone’s who’s über cool these days know that eye brow styling is oh so in, and to achieve amazing brows you need this kit. Create beautiful arches and fill in gaps with the super soft mineral powder that’s easy to blend for a completely natural look. We have 2 of these babies left in stock for $69.95
To help celebrate our 10th birthday our current promotion will focus on our two passions here at Skin & Body Lounge. Skin and all things related to brows! Discover the importance of the right shaped brows and enjoy the benefits of glowing skin.
Read more about our facial skin treatments here
During May book any facial treatment be upgraded with the following.
Book a 45 minute skin treatment and receive a complimentary lash tint.
Book a 60 minute skin treatment and receive a complimentary brow shape and lash tint.
Book a 75 minute skin treatment and receive a complimentary brow shape, lash and brow tint.
Please note terms and conditions apply.
All skin treatments must be full price, no further discounts apply.
Treatments can not be swapped and must all be used in one appointment.
Treatments can not be shared.
Available during May only.Follow us on facebook and instagram for last minute appointment times, specials and all things beauty.
Please contact Natasha at the salon on 33497622 or email info@skinandbodylounge.com.au
Easter is fast approaching and appointments are filling fast. We will be open the following hours.
- Monday 14th 9-5
- Tuesday 15th 9-8 almost booked out
- Wednesday 16th 9-5
- Thursday 17th 9-8 booked out
We are then closed the Friday, Saturday and Monday reopen Tuesday 22nd 9am
Follow us on facebook and instagram for last minute appointment times, specials and all things beauty.
Please contact Natasha at the salon on 33497622 or email info@skinandbodylounge.com.au