Does Acne Cause Inflammation?
Inflammation is the immune system’s first line of defense against injury and infection. It is triggered whenever body tissues are injured, such as the presence of foreign objects (splinters), pathogens (bacteria) and cellular responses (sunburn). Inflammation prevents the spread of damaging agents, disposes of cell debris, and, if possible, sets the stage for tissue repair in order to restore tissue to its original state. In the case of acne, inflammation is involved in all stages of the disorder. Therefore, it is said that “once you get control of inflammation, you get control of acne.”
Ask your esthetician and/or dermatologist what they are doing to treat underlying inflammation in order to help your acne clear.
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Always ahead of the curve, Rebecca has been at the forefront of many of today’s most celebrated skincare movements—ranging from aloe vera, liposomes, AHAs, and hyaluronic acid to niacinamide, barrier repair, pollution and blue light protection, microbiome wellness, stem cell breakthroughs, adaptogens, multi-antioxidants, peptides, exosomes, fermentation, green chemistry, and longevity-focused skin care. One of the industry’s first myth-busters and science communicators, she’s earned multiple honors for her contributions as an educator, journalist, researcher, and product developer.
Rebecca has formulated more than 1,500 beauty products for major spa, clinical, broadcast, retail, and wellness brands worldwide, and published over 600 articles across trade, consumer, and scientific journals. A familiar voice on radio and TV, she’s a sought-after speaker who brings energy and expertise to conferences and seminars across every corner of the beauty business.
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