What is acne? Acne is a common skin condition, some even say disease, that will affect 80% of the human population to some degree at some point in their lives. Many assume acne is solely due to an over-production of oil and thus attaches oily/acne products to the issue. The reality is that acne is caused when a hair follicle becomes “clogged” with sebum (oil) AND skin cells; we call them blackheads or whiteheads. Acne Vulgaris is the inflammatory progression where bacteria enter the equation and papules and pustules are formed… sludgy oil + skin cells + bacteria = voila, Zit!
Traditionally, the skincare industry has embraced a theory that acne treatment means stripping the skin of oil, the malicious culprit, as a remedy to fight against troublesome breakouts. But how many of us are doing as we are taught (or programmed), but still suffer?
The first line of defense against any inflammatory condition is the skin barrier function, which is fortified by the acid mantle. If the acid mantle is compromised, the luscious epidermal layers that hold hydration and ceramides (fatty acids, lipids) are as well, leaving the skin dry and vulnerable. If the skin is dry, its immune function could be compromised, and could have a hard time fighting infection created by acne. This leads to trauma pigment and potential dermal scarring. Not fun!
The key to managing, reducing, and hopefully preventing acne formation lies in the following formula:
The perfect amount of exfoliation* + proper skin hydration/moisture balance + protecting antioxidants and anti-inflammatories = bright and clear skin (easy peasy, right?)
It may feel counterintuitive to old, indoctrinated rationale, but the answer to both proper skin hydration/moisture balance as well as antioxidants and anti-inflammatories could lie in an oil. An oil? Not just any oil, but one amazing product, Lira Clinical’s MYSTIQ iLuminating Beauty Oil.
The MYSTIQ iLuminating Beauty Oil is a sophisticated blend of skin nutrients with dry and hydrating oils which are recognized by the skin (mimetic). A “dry oil” is a classification that indicates an oil’s ability to quickly absorb into the skin without leaving a heavy, sticky residue. The beauty of the MYSTIQ iLuminating Beauty Oil is the unique fusion of oils and nutrients that do not just sit on the surface of the skin, but rather work with and within the skin to provide balance. Balanced skin is strong skin. Strong skin is healthy skin. Healthy skin is clear skin.
To further understand the unique properties, let’s examine a few key ingredients:
Anti-inflammatory Mastiha Oil brightens while also strengthening the skin’s immune defense.
Argan Oil replaces natural skin hydration while Hemp Seed and Pomegranate Oils offer antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Baobab Oil acts as a skin protectant, Sea Buckthorn addresses wounds created by acne while Cut Leaf Ground Cherry Extract promotes collagen repair.
The Madonna Lily Plant Stem Cell encourages cell repair and skin brightening while lipid-soluble Vitamin C (BV-OSC), an extremely potent antioxidant, fights free radical assault through many epidermal layers.
Rather than stripping oil, try using just a few drops of the MYSTIQ iLuminating Beauty Oil and watch your skin thank you. It can be added to SPF in the morning, your favorite moisturizer in the evening, or works wonders even on its own. The MYSTIQ iLuminating Beauty Oil could be the key to unlocking your bright, beautiful, clear complexion.
*(The perfect amount of exfoliation can be guided by a skincare professional with regular clinical treatments and a professionally guided home care routine. Care should be taken as too much exfoliation can cause adverse effects. Always seek out professional guidance.)