How do you treat acne breakouts after a menstrual cycle?

Written by Dérmica MedEsthetics on July 7, 2014. Posted in Ask Dérmica, Skin Care

Q: Dear Dérmica,
I find myself breaking out during my period without fail every month! Do you offer treatments to treat acne that I get from my period? Can I prevent acne breakouts during my my time of the month?
– Aunt Flow’s # 1 Enemy

A: Dear #1 Enemy,
Yes, Aunt Flow leaves behind some parting gifts…But you are not alone in breaking out during your period.

Can i prevent acne breakouts during my period?

Body hormonal levels are different during the menstrual cycle, and hormones typically affect the skin, hair and nail growth.

Although you cannot prevent your body from producing hormonal acne, (especially during that time of the month) you can do things to minimize the effects that breaking out will have on your skin.

For example,

• the scarring
• how many blemishes will pop up
• the length of time the blemishes will last

Minimize the effects by fighting back with the appropriate products. Anything that contains salicylic acid will help to reduce the inflammation that surrounds blemishes and will help to clear out those pores. In addition, avoid touching/picking at the area. During this time, avoid wearing high collars or anything that grazes the jawline.

It is normal for a couple of new blemishes to pop up in the lower region of the face around that time of the month. If you have excessive amounts it may be something that you want to take up with your physician. There could be a hormonal imbalance.

Do you offer treatments to treat acne that I get from my period?

Just when your face clears up again, here she comes to wreck the day! Luckily, we offer the Dérmica Pore Facial.

This facial was developed as a treatment for acneic, acne prone, and blemished skin.

Blackhead extractions can take 15-30 minutes depending on the skin condition. They can also leave the skin looking irritated for 1-2 hours. Once the pores are cleared, they can remain clear for up to 8 weeks.  

Book your PORE acne facial in Edmonton!

Peace, Love, and Great Skin!

Dérmica MedEsthetics
(780) 885 7108
dermica.ca

Cost Effective Way of Teeth Whitening

Written by Dérmica MedEsthetics on April 5, 2014. Posted in Ask Dérmica

Ask Dérmica: Teeth Whitening

Q: Hi Dérmica, what would you recommend as a safe cost-effective way to whiten my teeth?

A: Teeth whitening can be accomplished at spas with few treatments. However, if you are looking for a cost effective way, here’s a great way to deliciously whiten and brighten your smile using mother nature’s fruit.

Teeth Whitening Recipe

Ingredients:
1 Strawberry
1/2 teaspoon of Baking Soda

Instructions:
1) Crush your strawberry into a pulp
2) Add baking soda
3) Mix to a paste
4) After gently brushing your teeth, apply the paste and let sit for 5 minutes
5) Rinse with warm water
6) SMILE!

Repeat once a week for best results and maintenance.

Until next time, KEEP SMILING!…;)

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