While you may believe acne is the bane of a teenager, did you know 50% of women suffer from adult acne? And with the on-set of fine lines and wrinkles some women will find it harder to take control of their skin. It’s Rescu. to the rescue as we bring you the top acne-busters for a clean complexion.
By Anna McDougall
Catherine Biederman, owner Advanced Cosmeceuticals and specialist in cosmeceuticals gives us expert advice on how to overcome acne prone skin.
“25% of adult men and 50% of adult women suffer from acne. Traditional acne treatments solely address blemishes, ignoring the anti-aging needs of the adult client. Prescription treatments can be sensitizing and drying with a low tolerance profile, and do not address hyperpigmentation, fine lines, or wrinkles. In addition, prescriptions can be overly disruptive to facial appearance, accelerating signs of aging in the adult client.
Acne is a significant concern on its own, but when acne meets aging, skin damage is magnified. When adults are battling acne, they have a unique set of age-related concerns:
Overactive sebaceous glands result in enlarged pores, the skin’s texture becomes rough and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation can linger long after blemishes subside.”
Catherine suggests SkinCeuticals Blemish + Age Defense Serum – a unique product that treats adult acne as well as ante-ageing symptoms, simultaneously. Now you can use a product to combat acne that will not compromise the condition of your skin.
Skin Ceuticals Blemish + Age Defense RRP: $89.90 available from Physicians and licensed skincare professionals or at www.skinceuticals.com
Clinique Anti-Blemish Solutions Range
We all know Clinique does wonders for our complexion, so why not go for the tried and true with the Anti-Blemish Solutions range? Anti-Blemish Solutions Clarifying Lotion uses a gentle yet effective formula to exfoliate dead surface cells and reduce excess oil that can lead to breakouts. The Clearing Concealer is a medicated concealer that helps prevent blemishes and provides natural-looking coverage. Perfect for under make-up or for touch-ups.
RRP: $42 and $35 available from David Jones, Myer, Terry White and selected independent pharmacies and also via the CLINIQUE website https://www.clinique.com.au
Clearasil Ultra Extra Strength Acne Treatment Cream
Clearasil – not just for teenagers! This powerful cream breaks down dead skin cells to open the pimple and penetrates deep down, absorbing excess oil and killing pimple-causing bacteria.
RRP: $12.99 availavable from leading supermarkets and pharmacies.
Kate Somerville EradiKate Acne treatment
Kate knows best – The best solution is to simply eliminate the need for a cover-up. EradiKate Acne Treatment is a fast-acting, on-the-spot treatment that helps to clear up pimples and significantly reduce associated redness. Sulphur, an effective acne-fighter, aids in eliminating existing imperfections and keeping new ones from occurring.
RRP: $25 meccacosmetica.com.au
Ultraceuticals Ultra Clear Foaming Cleanser
Ultraceuticals Ultra Clear Foaming Cleanser is designed especially for acne-prone skin. The triple vitamin and BHA cleansing foam helps clear and purify acne-prone skin by removing dirt and excess oils while unclogging pores to promote a healthy glowing appearance with the assistance of Clove oil.
RRP: $49 Selected beauty salons and David Jones stores
