What Is Acne?
Acne vulgaris or acne, is a skin disorder in which dead skin cells and oil from the sebaceous glands block hair follicles(pores on your skin). It is characterised by comedones, which can progress to inflammatory papules, pustules, abscesses, and nodules. Acne is a common skin condition that most people will experience at some point in their lives.Which Parts Of The Body Does It Affect?
It primarily affects skin with a high number of sebaceous glands(oil glands), which includes the face, upper chest, and back. Blackheads or whiteheads, pimples, greasy skin, and scarring are all common symptoms. Anxiety and low self-esteem might emerge from this appearance.What Are The Risk Factors Of Developing Acne?
- Alterations in hormones as a result of pregnancy or puberty
- PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) and other endocrine disorders
- Cigarette smoking
- Poor sleep
- High oil-content cleansers, creams, moisturizers, and other beauty products
- Certain drugs, such as lithium, hormonal birth control, anticonvulsants, and steroids
- A history of acne in the family
- Stress
What Are The Different Types Of Acne?
The most common acne lesions are whiteheads and blackheads, both of which are also known as comedones.- Blackheads, also known as open comedones, appear on the surface of the skin. The darker appearance of these pimples is due to oxygen in the air, not dirt.
- Whiteheads, also known as closed comedones, appear as elevated lumps on the skin's surface. They continue to be flesh-coloured.
- Papules- Inflamed or diseased hair follicles generate these little, red, raised pimples.
- Pustules- The tips of these little red pimples are filled with pus.
- Nodules- These firm, often painful lumps form beneath your skin's surface.
- Cysts- These big lumps under your skin frequently contain pus and are painful.
What Are The Treatments Used For Acne?
The ingredients used basically depend on Severity.- Mild- Benzoyl peroxide, Salicylic acid
- Moderate- Prescription-strength benzoyl peroxide, Antibiotics like erythromycin or clindamycin, Retinoids, such as retinol
- Severe- Combinations of one or more of the following:
- oral antibiotics
- benzoyl peroxide
- topical antibiotics
- topical retinoids
Showing 1–12 of 13 resultsSorted by popularity
- Reduces the appearance of post-acne marks and pores
- Helps restore the protective skin barrier
- Improves skin smoothness
- Encapsulated retinol: Helps resurface skin texture
- Licorice root extract: Known to help brighten the appearance of skin
KSh2,500
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Infused with tea tree oil and a triple exfoliation complex, the Pore-Tight Super Toner helps minimize T-zone shine, exfoliate dead surface skin, and reduce enlarged pores.
Original price was: KSh2,610.KSh2,200Current price is: KSh2,200.
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- Reduces the appearance of dark spots.
- Reduces the appearance of fine lines & wrinkles.
- Regulates sebum secretion.
- Targets breakouts and blackheads.
- Exfoliating effect: Refines skin texture and pores
KSh2,300
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Pores appear smaller
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Mattifies skin texture
-
A noticeable decrease in visible facial shine
-
Decreases of sebum flow
-
The skin feels soft and smooth
KSh2,250
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- Designed to address acne scars left by congested, blemish-prone skin
- It's been shown in studies to lessen the appearance of blemishes, unclog pores, and refine skin texture
KSh2,415
- Non-Greasy Barrier Repair Cream
- Dry & Acne-Prone Skin
KSh2,550
- Developed to enhance overall skin texture while addressing blackheads, blemishes, and markings
- Ideal for acne-prone skin with wrinkles
KSh4,440
- A Creamy Wash, a Toner & a Sealing gel
KSh1,730
- Contains a Tasmanian Pepperberry derivative that has been researched to help minimize irritation caused by acid use
KSh2,150
- Combats current acne and aids in the prevention of future breakouts, leaving skin smooth and free of dryness, peeling, and irritation
KSh1,860
- Assist in breaking the acne's stressed cycle
- The creamy lather rapidly removes oil, prevents breakouts, and soothes redness and irritation
KSh1,960
- The soap- and oil-free solution gently removes dirt, pollutants, and makeup from deep within pores
KSh1,900
Showing 1–12 of 13 resultsSorted by popularity
- Reduces the appearance of post-acne marks and pores
- Helps restore the protective skin barrier
- Improves skin smoothness
- Encapsulated retinol: Helps resurface skin texture
- Licorice root extract: Known to help brighten the appearance of skin
KSh2,500
-
Infused with tea tree oil and a triple exfoliation complex, the Pore-Tight Super Toner helps minimize T-zone shine, exfoliate dead surface skin, and reduce enlarged pores.
Original price was: KSh2,610.KSh2,200Current price is: KSh2,200.
-
- Reduces the appearance of dark spots.
- Reduces the appearance of fine lines & wrinkles.
- Regulates sebum secretion.
- Targets breakouts and blackheads.
- Exfoliating effect: Refines skin texture and pores
KSh2,300
-
Pores appear smaller
-
Mattifies skin texture
-
A noticeable decrease in visible facial shine
-
Decreases of sebum flow
-
The skin feels soft and smooth
KSh2,250
-
- Designed to address acne scars left by congested, blemish-prone skin
- It's been shown in studies to lessen the appearance of blemishes, unclog pores, and refine skin texture
KSh2,415
- Non-Greasy Barrier Repair Cream
- Dry & Acne-Prone Skin
KSh2,550
- Developed to enhance overall skin texture while addressing blackheads, blemishes, and markings
- Ideal for acne-prone skin with wrinkles
KSh4,440
- A Creamy Wash, a Toner & a Sealing gel
KSh1,730
- Contains a Tasmanian Pepperberry derivative that has been researched to help minimize irritation caused by acid use
KSh2,150
- Combats current acne and aids in the prevention of future breakouts, leaving skin smooth and free of dryness, peeling, and irritation
KSh1,860
- Assist in breaking the acne's stressed cycle
- The creamy lather rapidly removes oil, prevents breakouts, and soothes redness and irritation
KSh1,960
- The soap- and oil-free solution gently removes dirt, pollutants, and makeup from deep within pores
KSh1,900