ACNEGENIC

The word "Acnegenic" refers to products that produce or aggravate lesions of acne and is often used interchangeably with the word "Comedogenic" which refers more specifically to a type of a acne breakout called Comedones aka Blackheads. 

Basically if your skin is prone to breakouts you will want to avoid using all products that contain acnegenic ingredients. These common ingredients can be hiding within even some of the best products on the market including acne treatment products, which result in an ineffective treatment for your breakouts. When in doubt about a product's acnegenic or comedogenic potential always consult with your Esthetician or Dermatologist!

The Top-4 Ingredients to watch out for are...


1. Lanolin - Fatty substance derived from Sheep's Wool is a known emollient with moisturizing properties that can have skin clogging capabilities that trigger the cycle of breakouts.

2. Mineral Oil - Used in many products and has been shown to cause/aggravate acne by physically blocking water loss in the Stratum Corneum.

3. D & C Pigments - Dyes and Coal Tar derivatives have exhibited highly comedogenic and acnegenic properties.

4. Fragrance - Artificial fragrances can increase acne infections, sun sensitivity and sensitization.

Your New Best Friend

I'd like to take a few moments out of your day to introduce you to your new best friend - Together you two are goin places!

Your new best friend is a product by Dermalogica called Sheer Tint Moisture SPF 15. It's a convenient 3-in-1 product that tints, hydrates and protects you from the sun at once. Sheer Tint Moisture SPF 15 is lightweight and oil free and provides you with a sheer color wash to give your skin an even balanced tone without the heavy feeling of greasy makeup. It's great for evening skin tone and protection from the sun during the daytime without having that makeup look. And if throughout the course of the day you decide that you could use some freshening of the face you can actually powder right over the Sheer Tint Moisture SPF 15 as you would with a foundation - You can really take this one anywhere!!!

The ingredients are beneficial to your skin - The Antioxidant Panthenol hydrates and aids in skin repair and Iron Oxide which is a natural earth pigment provides sheer natural looking coverage. Sheer Tint Moisture SPF 15 comes in 5 different color choices:  Sheer, Light, Medium, Dark and Redness Relief. It provides an oil free hytradion for moisturization without a greast feel, plus it also contains full spectrum sun block with UVA and UVB protection. It contains no artificial fragrance or color, is lanolin free and will not clog your pores.

Sheer Tint Moisture SPF 15 is also great for skin with broken capillaries or sun damage. It's the perfect alternative to foundation for every skin type and has the built in sun protection you need to prevent your skin from prematurely aging all the while giving you a radiant glow. It's a brilliant time saver for those of us on the go and has everything you need all in one to get you through your day.

If you have questions about Sheer Tint Moisture SPF 15 or would like to find out about more of the Dermalogica products we offer at Blue Diamond Spa please call us today at (310) 577-2211 and ask to speak directly to one of our helpful skin care therapists.