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Plant-Based Acne Fighting Superhero
Acne Slayer

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I thought by the time I had wrinkles that acne would be over. Nope. And adult acne is tricky. Cystic acne, Rudolph red nose, pimples, and full-blown zits. Acne Slayer fights all the above. We got a chance to try this plant-based blemish fighter. It works because it has natural, proven ingredients that are delivered by a unique method of conveyance.  Read about the research-backed natural ingredients and our experience with Acne Slayer.
Acne Slayer

Acne Slayer

 

WHY IT WORKS

Acne Slayer works because it uses proven plant extracts to enhance the skin’s natural ability to heal.

DermaVine™ is Acne Slayer’s secret weapon. It is a proprietary blend of ingredients like willow bark, lemon peel oil, and cinnamon extract.

DermaVine

 

Cinnamon bark enhances the permeation and delivery of topical treating ingredients.  [1]

Acne Slayer

 

The DermaVine formula is suspended within an alcohol solution. Alcohol destroys fungal, viral, and bacterial cells that cause acne. This also enables the best possible absorption – better than creams, salves, or serums.

As a liquid, it won’t leave a residue. It is undetectable on a bare face or under moisturizer, sunscreen, or makeup.

 

Lemon Peel Oil eliminates Cutibacterium acnes, an acne-causing bacteria, better than the antibiotic erythromycin. [2]

 

Typically, alcohol dries adult skin. But the DermaVine formulation rehydrates and promotes new, healthy skin cells. The result is a natural, effective, plant-based acne remedy.

 

The Ingredients

Let’s take a look at the acne-fighting properties of a few of the ingredients in the DermaVine formula:

Key Ingredients

Willow Bark extract comes from these inner layers of the bark of the willow tree.

Willow Bark Extract

Willow Bark Extract is an excellent acne remedy. It unclogs pores, reduces redness, and regulates sebum production. Yet it is gentle to the skin.

Willow Bark extract has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antimicrobial properties. [3]

Willow Bark contains salicin, from which salicylic acid is derived. Salicylic Acid is a natural bHA.   Salicylic Acid purges clogged pores without excess drying the skin surface. Salicylic Acid does not cause the dryness that occurs with Benzoyl Peroxide or Retinol.

Salicylic Acid also helps build collagen to heal acne scars and improve skin care texture. Collagen production is a nice perk of acne treatment!

 

Lemon Peel Oil

Lemon Peel Oil clears the skin. As a natural exfoliator and skin purifier, lemon peel oil gives skin a lovely glow. [4]

Lemon Peel Oil alleviates skin inflammation [5] to reduce the angry red appearance of a blemish. It also reduces certain infection-causing bacterias. [6]

One study reported Lemon Peel Oil demonstrates remarkable antibacterial activity against Cutibacterium acnes (C. acnes, Formerly P. acnes) and common microorganisms such as S. aureus, B. subtilis, and E. coli. Even compared with the common antibiotics (such as erythromycin, clindamycin, and tetracycline) for acne therapy, its antibacterial activity against C. acnes is more excellent [7].

Lemon Peel Oil is an antioxidant containing high levels of Vitamin C. Vitamin C reduces excess oil production, shrinks pores, and exfoliates dead surface skin. These reduce the formation of acne.

Direct, undiluted application of lemon peel oil can be excessively drying to the skin, but it works well within a balanced formulation.

 

Cinnamonum Extract

Cinnamonum Extract is a type of cinnamon bark.

It is used in skincare as an antiseptic, antibiotic, and astringent.

Cinnamonum Extract helps eliminate bacteria and prevent future breakouts due to its’ detoxifying and antiseptic properties.[8] It is particularly effective in eliminating acne causing Propionibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus epidermidis. [9, 10]

Cinnamon Extract can enhance the absorption and delivery of treating ingredients via the skin.[11]

Studies suggest cinnamaldehyde, a component in cinnamon, may enhance healing in P. aeruginosa-infected skin wounds. [12]

 

The Experience

The texture is a bit thicker than water consistency. I am impressed that it is not greasy or sticky.

It smells of alcohol but doesn’t sting.  The smell of alcohol evaporates quickly. It is fresh smelling, but I don’t detect a specific note. Maybe a bit citrus with slight spice but not exactly cinnamon. I smell nothing once it is dry.

It dries down completely clean. I can wear makeup or sunscreen on top without any grainy, chalky, or greasy residue.

Apply 4-8 drops of Acne Slayer to the face like a toner

Apply 4-8 drops of Acne Slayer to the face like a toner

 

Apply 4-8 drops with a cotton pad


How does it work?

Just on cue, a cystic acne pimple emerged on my chin. Red, swollen and painful.

So I applied Acne Slayer as directed. I wipe it on my face with a cotton wipe, like a toner. It dries immediately without a residue, and I apply my sunscreen or moisturizer directly on top. I apply daily.

Normally cystic acne painfully sits on my face, slowly forming into pimple form for over a week or so.  Acne Slayer reduced the size, removed the painful swelling, and the redness. It also accelerated the process. Acne Slayer stopped the painful inflammation and redness of cystic acne, quickly reducing an angry blemish to a non-inflamed white head that resolved on its’ in a few days.

Where to Buy It

Find Acne Slayer at https://www.slayerskincare.com/acne-slayer

Acne Slayer

Acne Slayer natural ingredients

QUESTIONS?

COMMENTS?

 

Have any questions about Acne Slayer?

The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

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References

  1. Jiang, Qiudong et al. “Development of essential oils as skin permeation enhancers: penetration enhancement effect and mechanism of action.” Pharmaceutical biologyvol. 55,1 (2017): 1592-1600. doi:10.1080/13880209.2017.1312464
  2. Hou, He-Shuai et al. “Extraction of essential oil from Citrus reticulate Blanco peel and its antibacterial activity against Cutibacterium acnes (formerly Propionibacterium acnes).”  Heliyon vol. 5,12 e02947. 2 Dec. 2019, doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2019.e02947
  3. Shara M, Stohs SJ. Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extracts. Phytother Res. 2015 Aug;29(8):1112-6. doi: 10.1002/ptr.5377. Epub 2015 May 22. PMID: 25997859.
  4. Man, Adrian et al. “Antimicrobial Activity of Six Essential Oils Against a Group of Human Pathogens: A Comparative Study.” Pathogens (Basel, Switzerland) vol. 8,1 15. 28 Jan. 2019, doi:10.3390/pathogens8010015
  5. Anil Kumar Maurya, et al, “The essential oil from Citrus limetta Risso peels alleviates skin inflammation: In-vitro and in-vivo study”, Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Volume 212, 2018, Pages 86-94
  6. Ibid
  7. Hou, Extraction, Heliyon
  8. Veerasophon, Jinmica et al. “Formulation of anti-acne concealer containing cinnamon oil with antimicrobial activity against Propionibacterium acnes.” Journal of advanced pharmaceutical technology & research vol. 11,2 (2020): 53-58. doi:10.4103/japtr.JAPTR_1_20
  9. Ibid
  10. Julianti, Elin et al. “Antibacterial Activity of Ethanolic Extract of Cinnamon Bark, Honey, and Their Combination Effects against Acne-Causing Bacteria.”  Scientia pharmaceutica vol. 85,2 19. 11 Apr. 2017
  11. Jiang, Development, Pharmaceutical
  12. Ferro, Thiago A F et al. “Topical Application of Cinnamaldehyde Promotes Faster Healing of Skin Wounds Infected with Pseudomonas aeruginosa.” Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)vol. 24,8 1627. 25 Apr. 2019, doi:10.3390/molecules24081627
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Style Chicks Favorite Things: reVive Light Therapy Clinical – Acne Treatment

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Back in May 2017, we reviewed the reVive Light Therapy Clinical – Acne Treatment device, a home light therapy device for the treatment of acne. It has continued to be one of our personal favorite skincare devices for reducing and preventing acne. 

In case you didn’t catch it the first time, we wanted to bring you our review of this astounding device that delivers medi-spa level results in the convenience of your own home. We also have added a few tips we picked up in the time we have been using it!

So let’s get to it!

Thought acne was over now that you’re over 21? Think again.  Adult acne plagues both men and women. Light therapy is an effective acne treatment. Non-invasive and pain-free, light therapy is available in spas and dermatologist offices. Now it is also available in cost-effective devices for at-home use. But not all at-home light therapy devices are created equal. So we’re excited to find the highly effective, FDA-cleared, medical-grade reVive Light Therapy Clinical – Acne Treatment device.
reVive LED Light Therapy Device and goggles

reVive Light Therapy Clinical – Acne Treatment

 

lightweight and easy to use

lightweight and easy to use

ACNE CAN OCCUR AT ANY AGE

Teenage skin can bounce back from the drying effect of acne medications. But as an adult, battling acne and aging at the same time is daunting. What is worse, the topical products that worked in your teens aren’t even that effective on adult acne.

WHAT MAKES THE REVIVE LIGHT THERAPY CLINICAL -ACNE TREATMENT DEVICE SUPERIOR TO OTHER AT-HOME DEVICES?

reVive Light Therapy Clinical – Acne Treatment is a superior LED Light Therapy device. It is an FDA-cleared and OTC Class II medical-grade device. It features DPL (Deep Penetrating Light) Technology. This provides in-office quality results at home. DPL technology sets this device apart from many of the at-home use devices. DPL can get deep into the skin as an in-office treatment does.

Supported by Clinical Research

reVive is safe and effective for all skin tones. In a clinical study, 98% of users had improved acne. We liked this aspect because many skincare products cite user reports of how the users THINK they look when using the product. But reVive cites a clinical study with objective measures of efficacy for their results.

Safe for all skin tones, 98% of study participants in a clinical study demonstrated improved acne and dramatically clearer skin

Safe for all skin tones, 98% of study participants in a clinical study demonstrated improved acne and dramatically clearer skin

WHY LIGHT THERAPY FOR ACNE

Light encourages the body to heal. LED Light Therapy studies show rapid acne reduction. Blue light eliminates the bacteria on the skin, even in deeper skin layers. Light reaches deeper than a washcloth or sonic facial cleansing brush. It’s painless with no side effects. Continue to use your regular skincare products without a conflict.

WHY REVIVE LED LIGHT THERAPY

Has your acne ever looked better after a day of sun at the beach? All light kills bacteria. But light can cause skin damage.  reVive Light Therapy Clinical – Acne Treatment uses only the specific wavelength that eliminates bacteria: 415 nanometers on the blue light spectrum.

This wavelength of light attacks acne in three ways:
  1. It kills acne-causing bacteria
  2. It clears existing breakouts by starving the pimple.
  3. It prevents acne flare-ups by regulating oil production.
Studies show the precise 415 nm wavelength of light used by the reVive is safe and effective for acne treatment

Studies show this precise 415 nm wavelength of blue light used by the reVive is safe and effective for acne treatment

 


This blue light leads to clear skin, often within just a few days. It also reduces redness and inflammation. This makes acne less noticeable and easier to conceal with makeup. Safe for all skin tones, it will not alter the skin color. It is safe for sensitive skin that cannot tolerate topical acne treatments.

It doesn’t dry the skin like a topical cream. And bonus: the light enhances collagen production.

Shown here on the palm so the multiple, powerful light diodes can be seen in action.

Shown here on the palm so the multiple, powerful light diodes can be seen in action.

 

Revive is an FDA-cleared, over the counter, class II medical device. Get in-office results safely at home.

reVive Light Therapy Clinical – Acne Treatment Device Kit

reVIVE LIGHT THERAPY CLINICAL – ACNE TREATMENT CONTENTS

The kit includes:

  • The light device
  • Goggles
  • One year warranty
  • Travel bag
  • AC/DC power supply
  • Instruction manual
This revive light therapy set comes with eye goggles as seen on StyleChicks.com

This set comes with eye goggles

USING THE DEVICE: FIRST IMPRESSIONS

It is well packed in a sturdy box. The device can be used directly out of the package, there is no charge-up time. Plug it in, turn it on and use it.

reVive set up is quick and easy. Just plug it in and turn it on.

reVive set up is quick and easy. Just plug it in and turn it on.

 

Medical grade light diodes and a large treating head for superior light therapy treatments

Medical grade light diodes and a large treating head for superior light therapy treatments

The device comes with protective goggles that are optional to wear, but useful.

The device fits easily into my hand, it’s slim and not at all heavy and I can use it while watching TV.

It fits easily into my hand, it is lightweight, and I use it while watching TV a few minutes each night

The reVive slimline device has an extra-long cord for ease of use. I use it a few minutes each night

HOW TO USE THE DEVICE

Hold the light head 1/4 inch from the treatment area for three minutes. Move to the next treatment area, and repeat.

The device is lightweight and easy to use

The device is lightweight and easy to use

 

reVive covers large sections of the face at once with an extra-large treatment head

reVive covers large sections of the face at once with an extra-large treatment head

The LED handheld light covers a large treatment area at once.  As a medical-grade device, the blue light is powerful and bathe the area in a concentrated wavelength that penetrates deeply into the skin, killing bacteria.

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That’s a lot of blue light! reVive treats a large area of skin in acne-reducing light therapy with powerful diodes

I prefer this device with it’s big head to some of the spot treatment smaller devices to kill bacteria quickly and pre-empt acne instead of spot treating acne after it appears.

RESULTS

After one week of daily device use, my skin appeared much clearer with no major breakouts. Even stubborn blackheads around my nose are diminishing!
Regular use makes for clearer skin with far fewer breakouts.

CONCLUSION

The reVive Light Therapy Clinical – Acne Treatment device features dpl® Technology. DPL provides enhanced treatment efficacy. It gives in-office quality results at home in only a few minutes a day. It uses a safe wavelength of light that is safe for skin but kills bacteria. The large treatment head covers sizable portions of the face at once. It bathes the face in blue light to treat existing acne and prevent future acne. It is FDA-cleared and an OTC Class II medical-grade device. ReVive makes acne treatable for any age or gender in the comfort of your own home in just a few minutes a day.

A wonderful tool in your beauty arsenal to help combat acne breakouts!

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find reVive Light Therapy Clinical – Acne Treatment at reVive

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QUESTIONS? COMMENTS?

Have any comments or questions about reVive Light Therapy Clinical – Acne Treatment? The Style Chicks are here to answer them.
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Style Chicks received the reVive Light Therapy Clinical – Acne Treatment in exchange for our unbiased review and received compensation for our time and effort in 2017. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours. This article was not sponsored.

Groundbreaking Acne-Treating Ingredients: Neutralyze Exfoliating Pads

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Acne is the most common reason to see a dermatologist (1). Neutralyze Exfoliating Pads treat acne quickly without undue irritation. Neutralyze is the first acne treatment system to use Nitric Oxide. Nitric Oxide improves moderate-to-severe acne within DAYS. Read how Neutralyze uses Nitric Oxide, Salicylic, and Mandelic Acids to treat acne without excess irritation.

Neutralyze Exfolating Pads

WHY USE AN ACNE FORMULATION

Neutralyze Exfoliating Pads for moderate to severe acne

Neutralyze Exfoliating Pads for moderate to severe acne

Many acne products are too harsh for sensitive skin. Skin conditions like eczema and rosacea limit acne treatment options. Acne treatments can make wrinkles and dry skin look worse.

WHAT MAKES NEUTRALYZE SPECIAL?

Neutralyze combines powerful ingredients for effective acne treatment. It also treats eczema, rosacea, and other skin conditions. It works in days, even on severe acne. There is little to no irritation.

NEUTRALYZE & NITRIC OXIDE

Neutralyze is the first acne treatment system to use Nitric Oxide. It is a new acne treatment ingredient. Nitric oxide is an anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial that reduces sebum. (2) Nitric Oxide has only been available for acne by prescription.

Textured pads

Textured pads contain acne treating Nitric oxide

  • Neutralyze combines Nitric Oxide with two effective acne treatment ingredients. It treats moderate-to-severe acne without irritation.
  • Neutralyze fades acne scars, even dark cystic acne marks.
  • Neutralyze is gentle yet effective. Skin conditions like rosacea complicate acne treatment. Neutralyze also treats rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, and keratosis pilaris (“Chicken Bump” skin).

INGREDIENT PROFILE

Neutralyze stops acne formation by combining a bHA (beta hydroxy acid) and aHA (alpha Hydroxy Acid) to completely clear pores. BHAs work from the bottom of a pimple up, AHAs work from the top layer of the skin down. This approach has been clinically proven to be highly successful in acne treatment. (3)

Salicylic Acid is a natural bHA that comes from White Willow Bark.

Salicylic Acid is a natural bHA from White Willow Bark. It treats acne and promotes collagen.

SALICYLIC ACID

Salicylic Acid is a bHA (beta hydroxy acid). Salicylic acid purges clogged pores without excess drying. It clears from the bottom of the pore up. Salicylic Acid also helps build collagen to heal acne scars. Collagen production is a nice perk of an acne treatment.

Salicylic acid works better when paired with another peeling agent. A combination of salicylic and mandelic acids was shown to be especially effective on moderate acne. (4).

Neutralyze uses a 2% Salicylic Acid concentration.

Mandelic acid is a natural skincare ingredient extracted from bitter almonds

Mandelic Acid is a natural skin care ingredient extracted from bitter almonds.

MANDELIC ACID

Mandelic Acid is an aHA (alpha hydroxy acid). It gently removes bacteria-trapping dead skin. Dead skin enables acne formation. Dead skin also dulls the complexion and makes fine lines look worse.

Mandelic acid gently treats both acne and signs of skin aging. (5) It is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory. (6)

Neutralyze uses a 1% synthesized Mandelic Acid concentration.

NITRIC OXIDE

Neutralyze Exfoliating Pads include NITROGEN BOOST SKINCARE TECHNOLOGY. Studies show Nitric Oxide improves moderate-to-severe acne within days.

Nitric oxide is found naturally in our bodies. It is an antimicrobial. It reduces Propioni­bacterium acnes, a key bacteria of acne formation (7). The body doesn’t build a Nitric Oxide resistance.  It remains effective for long-term acne treatment. (8)

Studies show Nitric Oxide is gentler than Retinol for treating acne. (9) Nitric Oxide works from the bottom of a pimple upwards. This treats even deep cystic acne without excess surface irritation.

Natural ingredients provide effective treatment for acne, KP, Rosacea, and Eczema

Natural ingredients provide effective treatment for acne, KP, Rosacea, and Eczema

PRODUCT DESIGN & FEATURES

The sealed container holds 100 treatment pads. These pads contain the Neutralyze acne-fighting solution. The treatment pad has a dual exfoliating textured surface. The pads are tear resistant. There are no loose fibers.

A useful feature is the easy-to-grab pickup-notch to grab only one pad at a time. No wasted or contaminated pads.

Close up of dual sided, textured treatment pads

Close up of dual-sided, textured treatment pads

 

Pick up notch

Pick up notch

MY EXPERIENCE

I use one pad a day, two if I am experiencing breakouts

I use one pad a day, two during breakouts

Use one pad per time, one to three times a day. I started with once a day and worked up to two as needed for breakouts.

Since pads are dual-sided, I use one side of the pad on my whole face.

Each container holds 100 pads

Each container holds 100 pads. Use up to three a day.

Then I use the other side and pay special attention to problem areas. These areas include the blackheads on my nose, and whiteheads on my cheek, and some cystic acne scar marks.

On the first day, acne seemed less swollen and angry.

  • FEEL: My skin does not feel dry or irritated even with daily use. It does not sting or burn. The scent is nominal and dries down. I apply my standard moisturizers and products after a few minutes.
  • Textured surface for exfoliation without scrubbing

    Textured surface for exfoliation without scrubbing

    USE: The pad doesn’t tear apart during use like some treatment pads. One pad is enough to treat my face.

The texture of the pad can provide additional exfoliation, but I didn’t find it necessary to scrub.

RESULTS

We found Neutralyze Exfoliating Pads to be powerful yet gentle in acne treatment.

I also like the light mandelic acid peel effect on the rest of my face. I am not irritated or peeling but my skin remains smooth and nicely exfoliated. After about a week of daily Neutralyze use, my skin had a nice glow to it. A nice acne treatment benefit!

Neutralyze Exfoliating Pads contain natural yet effective ingredients safe for even sensitive skin types

Neutralyze Exfoliating Pads contain natural yet effective ingredients safe for sensitive skin types

I’ve used Salicylic Acid on blackheads before. But some stubborn blackheads around my nose weren’t budging. The Neutralyze combination of three ingredients seems to work for me. The blackheads are loosening up, reducing and exfoliating away. I don’t have any active cystic acne pimples, and my older acne scars seem clearer.

I’m also impressed by how Neutralyze clears up the KP (Chicken Bumps) on my upper arms. The skin is clear and soft. This is a very nice bonus, and for a KP treatment, you can’t beat the price of Neutralyze.

One pad a day keeps pores clear and provides a mild daily exfoliation for brighter skin

One pad a day keeps pores clear and provides a mild daily exfoliation for brighter skin

Where to Find It

Find Neutralyze Exfoliating Pads at:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D5HZKXJ

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Neutralyze Exfoliating Pads treat even moderate to severe acne in days

Neutralyze Exfoliating Pads treat even moderate to severe acne in days

Neutralyze Exfoliating PadsQUESTIONS?COMMENTS?

Have any questions about Neutralyze Exfoliating Pads? The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

Leave a comment or email us at questions@stylechicks.com

 

 

INGREDIENT REFERENCES

  1. Zeichner. Inflammatory Acne Treatment: Review of Current and New Topical Therapeutic Options.  J Drugs Dermatol. 2016;15(1 Suppl 1):s11-s16.
  2. Ghaffari, A.; Miller, C. C.; McMullin, B.; Ghahary, A. Potential application of gaseous nitric oxide as a topical antimicrobial agent. Nitric Oxide. Volume 14, Issue 1, 2006, Pages 21-29
  3. Kessler E, Flanagan K, Chia C, Rogers C, Glaser DA. Comparison of alpha- and beta-hydroxy acid chemical peels in the treatment of mild to moderately severe facial acne vulgaris. Dermatol Surg 2008;34:45-50.
  4. Garg VK, Sinha S, Sarkar R. Glycolic acid peels versus salicylic-mandelic acid peels in active acne vulgaris and post-acne scarring and hyperpigmentation: A comparative study. Dermatol Surg 2009;35:59-65.
  5. Renata & Kaszuba, Aleksandra & Michalak, Iwona & Dzwiga‚owska, Agata & Cie›ci„ska, Czanita & Jakimiuk, Elbieta & Zieli„ska, Joanna & Kaszuba, Andrzej. (2015). Evaluation of the efficacy and tolerability of mandelic acid-containing cosmetic formulations for acne skin care. Dermatology Review. 4. 316-321. 10.5114/dr.2015.53419.
  6. Taylor MB. Summary of mandelic acid for the improvement of skin conditions. Cosmet Dermatol 1999;12:26-8
  7. Qin, M.; et al. Nitric oxide releasing nanoparticles prevent Propionibacterium acnes-induced inflammation by both clearing the organism and inhibiting microbial stimulation of the innate immune Response, The Society for Investigative Dermatology
  8. Ibid
  9. Del Rosso, J; Kircik, L. Spotlight on the Use of Nitric Oxide in Dermatology, Journal of Drugs in Dermatology

 

Neutralyze Exfoliating Pads treat even moderate to severe acne in days

Neutralyze Exfoliating Pads treat even moderate to severe acne in days

ABOUT THIS POST

Like you, the team here at Style Chicks needs time to evaluate and form an opinion of the products we talk about. With the Neutralyze Exfoliating Pads, we received compensation for our time and effort to form an opinion of this product. We produced this blog post because we think the product is great and want to share it with you!

 

 

Science of Beauty: Why Use Mandelic Acid for Acne to Anti-Aging

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Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States.
No acne treatment overview would be complete without Mandelic Acid.

Retinol is still the gold standard for acne. But peeling acids are more common in acne and acne scar treatment. And Mandelic Acid is an ingredient worthy of your attention. It gets the results of a robust acid but with little to no skin irritation.

WHAT IS MANDELIC ACID?

Mandelic acid is a natural ingredient that comes from bitter almonds

Mandelic acid is a natural ingredient that is extracted from bitter almonds

Mandelic acid is a very gentle AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acid).

Mandelic acid penetrates the skin slowly, making it suitable for even sensitive skin. While it is an “acid” it is very gentle and rarely causes skin irritation.

Mandelic acid is natural, clean, green, and skin-friendly.

It is useful in organic skin care product formulations.

HOW MANDELIC ACID WORKS: ACNE TO ANTI-AGING

Mandelic acid accelerates cell turnover by dissolving the tiny bonds that hold skin cells together. This microexfoliation accomplishes several skincare objectives.

ACNE

Mandelic acid is useful in acne treatment. Mandelic acid removes bacteria-trapping dead skin, which contributes to acne formation. Dead skin also dulls the complexion and makes fine lines look worse. Removing dead skin cells brightens skin. It is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory. If you have adult acne, Mandelic acid is ideal to treat both acne and signs of skin aging. (1)

ANTI-AGING

Mandelic acid an appealing ingredient within anti-aging products. Mandelic acid is helpful for smoothing mesh-like pattern wrinkles. Mandelic acid promotes collagen production. More collagen increases skin’s elasticity and youthful appearance. Collagen counteracts sun damage by smoothing and refining the skin surface. Sun damage is the largest cause of visible signs of aging.

Mandelic acid reduces hyperpigmentation. It lightens acne scars, sun damage, and age spots.

MANDELIC ACID VS GLYCOLIC ACID

Both acids are highly effective at causing rapid cell turnover. Both reveal younger, smoother, brighter skin. Both acids dissolve the “glue” holding dead skin cells. Both remove dead skin cells without forceful scrubbing. Both Mandelic Acid and Glycolic Acid are ideal for skin unable to tolerate harsh exfoliants.

A difference between the acids is that Mandelic acid has a larger molecular structure than glycolic acid. Smaller molecular structures penetrate the skin faster and deeper.  (2) If the skin can tolerate glycolic, that’s great. But if the skin gets irritated by Glycolic acid, Mandelic acid is an ideal option. The larger molecular structure of Mandelic Acid gets the job done, albeit a tad slower. Mandelic is kinder to the skin. There is little to no irritation and redness with regular Mandelic Acid use. (3)

MANDELIC ACID TIPS FOR BEST USE

  • Skin using AHAs, including Mandelic Acid, is more sensitive to light. Always wear sunscreen
  • To avoid irritation, choose products with 10% or less Mandelic Acid concentrations

HYPERPIGMENTATION

Some hyperpigmentation fading ingredients work best on pink undertone skin. Mandelic Acid works on the hyperpigmentation of all skin tone types. Mandelic Acid inhibits melanin production in existing scars, age spots, and acne marks. (4) This reduces hyperpigmentation of all types on all skin tones.

Mandelic Acid: A Holy Grail Ingredient

Mandelic Acid earns our “Holy Grail Ingredient” rating. It reduces sun damage, acne, and hyperpigmentation. It gently exfoliates and improves skin texture. It works on all skin tones and textures, including mature and sensitive skin. It is natural and suitable for organic product formulations. A Style Chicks skincare superstar!

 

REFERENCES

  1. Debowska, Renata & Kaszuba, Aleksandra & Michalak, Iwona & Dzwiga‚owska, Agata & CieÅ›ciÅ„ska, Czanita & Jakimiuk, Elżbieta & ZieliÅ„ska, Joanna & Kaszuba, Andrzej. (2015). Evaluation of the efficacy and tolerability of mandelic acid-containing cosmetic formulations for acne skin care. Dermatology Review. 4. 316-321. 10.5114/dr.2015.53419.
  2. Garg VK, Sinha S, Sarkar R. Glycolic acid peels versus salicylic-mandelic acid peels in active acne vulgaris and post-acne scarring and hyperpigmentation: A comparative study. Dermatol Surg 2009;35:59-65.
  3. Taylor MB. Summary of mandelic acid for the improvement of skin conditions. Cosmet Dermatol 1999;12:26-8
  4. Kessler E, Flanagan K, Chia C, Rogers C, Glaser DA. Comparison of alpha- and beta-hydroxy acid chemical peels in the treatment of mild to moderately severe facial acne vulgaris. Dermatol Surg 2008;34:45-50.

How to Treat Acne on Sensitive Skin: Keeva Organics Acne Treatment Cream With Tea Tree Oil

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Acne treatments don’t have to irritate the skin. Keeva Organics Acne Treatment Cream With TEA TREE OIL provides an MD grade acne product. It is a 3-in-1 formula that fights acne, treats excess oil and keeps skin moisturized. It even treats cystic acne yet is gentle enough for sensitive skin.

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Keeva Organics Acne Treatment Cream with Tea Tree Oil

 

Organic Olive Oil provides a soothing skin barrier without clogging pores

Moisturizing ingredients like organic Olive Oil maintain the skin barrier without clogging pores

OVERVIEW

The organic ingredients in Keeva Organics Acne Treatment Cream fight acne and moisturize skin. Start to see results in 48 hours.

  • Purging from pores acne-causing oils, sebum, and dead skin cells.
  • Regulating excess oil and removing bacteria.
  • Moisturizing the skin and improving texture.
  • Fading existing acne scars, including dark cystic acne scars.

 

 

Keeva Organics Acne Treatment

Keeva Organics Acne Treatment with Tea Tree Oil

HOW KEEVA ORGANIC ACNE TREATMENT CREAM WORKS

Keeva Organics Acne Treatment Cream uses organic ingredients to support hydrated, acne-free skin.

  • Tea Tree Essential Oil effectively heals acne and prevents future breakouts.  Tea Tree Oil and Salicylic Acid target cystic, hormonal and bacterial based acne.
  • Squalene, Vitamin E and other soothing ingredients keep skin hydrated and free of dry flakes and irritation.
Three in one acne, oil and moisturizing treatment

Three in one acne, oil, and moisturizing treatment

FEATURES

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  • Creamy and light with potent natural anti-acne ingredients.
  • Doesn’t sting or burn
  • Doesn’t dry out skin or create an uncomfortable tight skin feeling
  • Prevents future breakouts including blackheads.
  • Effective even on difficult to treat cystic acne.
Grapeseed Oil Extract kills bacteria while softening skin

Grapeseed Oil Extract kills bacteria while softening skin

 

 

Smells clean and feels tingly!
But it doesn’t sting or burn.

 

Ingredients That Make Keeva Organics Acne Treatment Cream Special

Rosehips

Ingredients like rosehips fade acne scars and discourage future acne

Natural treating ingredients include:

  • Tea Tree Oil is an amazing antibacterial, antifungal, moisturizing toner, cleanser and astringent
  • Shea Butter treats acne scars, including cystic acne dark scars.
  • Rosehip Seed Oil is high in Vitamins A, C, and E. They provide nutrients, fade acne scars and promote cell turnover.
  • Sesame Seed Oil eliminates acne and softens the skin. Rich in vitamins A an E, it rids the skin of bacteria-trapping, acne-causing dead skin cells.
  • Olive Oil moisturizes but won’t clog pores. It has skin enhancing Omega-3s and polyphenols.
  • Extracts of White Willow unclogs pores, reduces redness and regulates sebum production.
  • Burdock kills bacteria before it causes acne. It also fades scars.
  • Milk Thistle is anti-inflammatory and antioxidant.
  • Sophora Root Extract has skin lightening effects for older scars.
  • Squalene mimics the skin’s natural sebum and makes the skin barrier extra smooth and soft.
  • Salicylic Acid purges the contents of clogged pores without excess drying. It also helps build collagen, which in turn, heals acne scars.
  • Vitamin E softens skin texture and reduces acne scars.
  • Argan Oil regulates sebum production to reduce breakouts and fades acne scars.
  • Hyaluronic Acid retains moisture and increases the effectiveness of other ingredients.
  • Grape Seed Extract prevents breakouts and calms existing breakouts.
Scar-healing ingredients include Shea Butter

Keeva Organics’ scar-healing ingredients include Shea Butter

WHAT IT DOES NOT CONTAIN

The Keeva creed insists on natural, helpful ingredients that won’t damage the skin. There are No harmful chemicals, parabens, or sulfates.

Keeva insists on natural, healthy ingredients that won't damage skin

Keeva insists on natural, healthy ingredients that won’t damage the skin

It feels cool and refreshing and dries down soft and smooth

It feels cool and refreshing and dries down soft and smooth

 

MY EXPERIENCE

It is a cool, refreshing gel that I put on my main breakout areas: nose blackheads, cheeks, jawline, and chin.

Just a small amount is enough

A thin layer quells acne and maintains clear skin. It dries down smooth, not sticky. There is no residue. There is no medicine smell like some acne treatments.  I apply once a day. If I feel a cystic acne pimple coming on, I dab on some extra on that spot.

Tea Tree Oil kills bacteria quickly. It also balances oil production to keep pores consistently free. It took a couple of weeks to see unclogged, clear skin on me. But in the meantime, pimples look less angry even after one use and are smaller in size over a few days. The lifespan of cystic acne pimples seems shorter. They do not linger as long or look as full-blown irritated. Meanwhile, my skin stays flake-free and soft.

Daily apply a thin layer of Keeva Organics Acne Treatment Cream to start seeing results within 48 hours.

Apply a thin layer daily and start seeing results within 48 hours.

After a few weeks of daily use, cystic acne flareups are dramatically reduced. Keeva’s approach is preventing acne by eliminating pimple ingredients (bacteria, dead skin cells). Sensitive skin can tolerate this approach because of the soothing and buffering ingredients.

Keeva Organics Acne Treatment Cream is an excellent product to break the acne cycle. It is filled with natural, effective ingredients that get the job done.

At one ounce, it should last several months even with daily use.

Cool and refreshing gel texture dries down without sticky residue

The cool and refreshing gel dries down without sticky residue

WHERE TO FIND IT

Find Keeva Organics Acne Treatment Cream With TEA TREE OIL at https://www.amazon.com/s?k=acne+treatment&ref=nb_sb_noss_2  and get a 20% discount through for the one-ounce size with discount code RRH7A3L9.

Find Keeva Organics Acne Treatment Cream at KeevaOrganics.com

Find Keeva Organics Acne Treatment Cream at KeevaOrganics.com

ABOUT THIS POST

Like you, the team here at Style Chicks needs time to evaluate and form an opinion of the products we talk about. In the case of Keeva Organics Acne Treatment Cream With TEA TREE OIL, we received compensation for our time and effort to form an opinion of this product. We produced this blog post because we think the product is great and want to share it with you!

 

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