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Acne Skin Care

Acne is a condition, not a disease. Because it is a condition, we can control it through treatment, but it will not be "cured". The treatment used for acne, in most cases, will need to be continued for a long period of time.

Acne is an inflammatory disease of the sebaceous or oil glands and hair follicles of the skin. It is characterized by plugged pores and outbreaks of lesions commonly known as pimples or zits. Acne can occur on the face, neck, back, chest, shoulder, and upper arm areas.

In acne, the oil producing sebaceous gland produces excessive amounts of oily secretion, which drains into the hair follicle. This secretion, called sebum, hardens into a plug called a blackhead, which blocks the follicle opening. Blocked pores allowed bacteria called acnes (P. acnes), which normally live on the skin, to grow in the trapped sebum and cause inflammation of the surrounding area.

A good acne skin care products are so important to deal with this condition. A daily skin care regimen helps to control excess oil, keeps pores clear, and speeds healing of breakouts. Luckily, your daily acne skin care routine doesn’t have to take a lot of time. Follow the guidelines below to help keep your skin feeling refreshed and clean.

  • Cleanse twice daily with a mild cleanser. Using only your fingertips (no washcloths or scrubbing pads, please) thoroughly cleanse the face, including your jaw line, neck, and in front of and behind the ears. Use a gentle cleanser, such as Replenishing Cream Cleanser or Revitalizing Sea Cleanser or, if you have inflamed breakouts, use Salicylic Cleanser. ·
  • An alcohol-free natural toner will be the next step. Acne Aroma Mist will be safest option for already irritated skin. Hold the bottle about six inches away & generously mist your face. Gently press into the skin with light strokes. Spray throughout the day as needed. This is one the very essential step in acne skin care. ·
  • Apply Oil-Free Sun Screen before use of any acne skin care product. After your toner has absorbed completely, use Zit Killer as sport treatment on your zits only or on local area which is irritated or inflamed. Wait for couple of minutes and then apply one of the acne skin care product from our acne line recommended by esthetician. This is your morning skin-care regimen. ·
  • At night after cleansing apply this highly recommended treatment moisturizer Aroma Clear to regulate your oil gland. It may seem counterintuitive to moisturize your already oily skin, but don't skip this important step. Many acne skin care products are over-drying the skin, leaving the skin thirsty for moisture. To reduce the chance of dry and peeling skin, don’t ignore this step



Union Street Apothecary is an extraordinary skin care paradise located on the Union Street of, Located in San Francisco.
This is not just a place you go in for a casual facial but a "Research Lab." They Strive to create and provide
the finest quality personalized and customized treatment & products.so you'll be educated and achieve exceptional results.
Union Street Apothecary is on top of new and emerging trends in skin care, and a step ahead in Anti-aging,Acne,Hyper Pigmentation and Sun care treatments.They also enthrall their clients with aromatherapy oils,Perfumes,Pheromones,Microdermabrasion,Brazilian waxing,and the exquisite art of threading,It is sanctuary where you may go in frazzled but are sure to come out rejuvenated.