02/05/2020
IMPORTANT ☟
when it comes to skin, there are two things that we must differentiate between when treating acne: the catalyst and the formation.
there are processes within each of these and each one needs to be working synergistically for longterm success.
the formation of acne is a skin-level issue, but why you're forming acne is not a skin issue.
we know that there are 101 different internal imbalances that could lead to acne, and unless your acne is cosmetic (i.e. from your products), it's going to take more than products to get rid of it.
so can skincare fix your acne? yes and no. if the catalyst was skincare or makeup products, or an ingredient within them, then it is likely that upgrading will reverse this.
but if you're here, products are probably not your catalyst.
if your acne is a SYMPTOM of hormone imbalance, leaky gut, low stomach acid, histamine, liver congestion, sibo, or something else, a topical is *never* going to be able to address that.
but that DOES NOT mean you should be using s**t products.
properly formulated organic/medical grade skincare CAN help to override the formation process WITHIN the skin to address the 'local' cause of acne.
in other words, it's addressing that skin-level issue.
intentionally formulated + tested ingredients in topicals can address the bacterial overgrowth, excessive oil, impaired barrier function and cellular turnover happening within the skin itself that leads to acne.
I get asked constantly for recommendations on skincare for acne, and my answer is always this:
the approach cannot be solely topical or solely internal. it also can't involve low-grade products both in skincare + supplements.
acne, especially when there are internal factors at play, is so hard to deal with + treat when you're guessing and trying to find a fix at department stores. sorry 🤷
Organic skincare ≠ medical grade skincare
are you still picking your skincare routine based on guesswork and marketing? 👀
