Those tiny bumps and black dots stubbornly residing on your nose, chin, and forehead – clogged pores- are a common skin concern. The urge to squeeze, peel, or scrub them away is strong, but are pore extractions actually good for you?
Let’s unclog the truth.
In theory, removing clogged pores offers several benefits:
* Improved Skin Appearance: Clearing out the buildup of sebum, dead skin cells, and debris can visibly reduce the appearance of blackheads (open comedones) and whiteheads (closed comedones), leading to a smoother and more even texture.
* Prevention of Breakouts: Clogged pores can lead to inflammatory acne. By removing the blockage, you can help prevent the trapped sebum and bacteria from escalating into infected pustules.
* Enhanced Product Absorption: When pores are clear, your skincare products have a better chance of penetrating the skin and delivering their intended benefits.
* Reduced Congestion: Removing the buildup can alleviate the feeling of congestion and roughness that often accompanies clogged pores.
The Potential Pitfalls of Improper Removal:
While the idea of clear pores is appealing, the method of removal is crucial. Improper techniques can actually do more harm than good:
* Inflammation and Redness: Aggressive squeezing or picking can irritate the skin, leading to redness, inflammation, and even broken capillaries.
* Infection: Introducing bacteria into the pore through unsanitized hands or tools can lead to infection and more significant breakouts.
* Scarring: Forcefully extracting clogged pores, especially deeper ones, can damage the surrounding tissue and potentially result in scarring and/or hyperpigmentation.
* Widened Pores: Repeated improper and aggressive squeezing can stretch the pore opening, making them appear larger over time.
So, are clogged pore extractions good for you? When done correctly, gently, and professionally, yes. A trained esthetician can perform extractions safely and effectively using sterile tools and techniques. They know how to target clogged pores without causing excessive trauma to the skin.
July Special- Complimentary Retinol and Vitamin C Boost ($55 value) to your LUX facial
Achieve professional-level skin smoothing and softening by adding a shot of Retinol and Vitamin C Peel Boost to your facial.
The LUX
The LUX facial is what its name surmises, luxury.
Skincare, massage, and brows all in one package.
Your skin is treated to a thorough deep pore cleanse and exfoliation. After a warm steam session, extractions release impurities and debris from the skin. Masking and moisture care infuses your skin with nutrients.
Whether you have blemishes, dry, oily, or acne prone skin, our custom applications ensure that we address your specific needs every time.
Your hands, arms, shoulders, neck, and face are treated to a relaxing combination of Swedish and Pressure point massage.
That’s not all though, your spa session is finished off with a dérmica brow Shape, leaving your face looking and feeling anew!
Retinol and Vitamic C Peel Boost
1% Retinol stimulates collagen production and cell turnover.
Vitamin C provides protection. It scavenges and destroys reactive oxidizing (think ‘rusting’) agents and other free radicals.
Vitamin C also improves skin elasticity, decreases wrinkles by stimulating collagen synthesis, reduces redness, promotes wound healing and suppresses excess pigmentation.
This special is not valid with any other offer/promotion. Offer valid from July 1-31, 2019. No pre-purchasing.
SAVE 15% ON ALL IN-STORE GLO SKINCARE WITH YOUR PEEL
When professionally treating your skin, it’s ideal to supplement your treatment with a proper homecare regimen. Professional skincare products add vitamins and nutrients that boost cell rejuvenation thereby extending the results of your peel. Visit our ONLINE SKINCARE STORE to peruse our professional Skincare products.
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