Treating acne as it occurs, is key to preventing long-term scarring however it is inevitable that we experience some acne damage over the journey. There is a difference between acne marks and acne scarring. Acne marks are flat, brown, or red. They can be removed by applying some creams or they tend to go away on their own, naturally. On the other hand, acne scars lead to skin irregularities. They are raised or indented and often stay with the person long-term, unless treated.
Acne scars may have a rough, uneven appearance on your skin. Acne scars are caused in part by a lack of collagen as the skin heals from breakouts. Treatments that trigger new collagen production in the skin can be highly effective.
There's no quick fix for an uneven skin tone. Traditionally, it takes at least 30 days of vigilant skin care and treatments before you see any progress. Successful skin brightening can take up to four months, so don't give up!
Method, products and ingredients for combatting acne scarring
1. Gentle Exfoliation for Skin Regeneration
Gentle exfoliation helps to regenerate fresh new skin. Use 1-2 times per week to help improve the appearance of dull, tired, pigmented skin and to assist with treating unwanted blackheads and blemishes. Treat with Adorn Double Action Facial Exfoliant that penetrates the dead upper layers of the skin and sloughs them away to reveal newer, healthier looking skin.
2. Harnessing Salicylic Acid for Acne Treatment
Salicylic is often seen in acne treatments. Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid that prevents and treats acne, which ultimately means fewer marks and scars, refine the look of pores and give more even looking, smoother skin tone, without stripping the skin. Adorn Salicylic Acid Rebalancing Cleanser is 5 Star rated as it is suitable for most skin types and has natural ingredients that work to buff skin, resulting in smoother, healthier skin.
3. Blemish Serum with Vitamin B for Improved Complexion
Blemish Serum is enriched with vitamin B to brighten and correct complexion discolouration. Results can be seen after approximately 4 weeks with renewed healthier skin cells protecting the skin from environmental stresses and damaging ultraviolet rays. Acne sufferers of severe papules and pustules can observe fewer lesions, improved skin, and help with painful inflammation when regularly using our blemish serum. Often acne skin types are also dehydrated, so our NEW Australian Made Niacinamide Blemish Defence Clarifying Serum promotes moisture retention and less sore irritated skin.
4. Hyaluronic Acid Gel for Superior Hydration
Hyaluronic Acid Gel holds 3X the amount of Hyaluronic Acid than a standard HA serum and therefore provides instant, superior hydration. It plumps, soothes and supports the skin's moisture barrier locking in vital water content. Adorn's highly concentrated cruelty-free 3% Hyaluronic Acid Gel is best over a serum and works to lock-in water for better, more superior results.
5. Niacinamide 10% Correction Cream for Radiant Skin
After applying your serum and HA gel apply our Niacinamide 10% Correction Cream. This also comes in handy Adorn Travel Size to boost skin radiance, moisturise and help improve the appearance of your skin's pigmentation.
6. Bakuchiol & Borage Oil for Natural Skin Nourishment
Bakuchiol is a natural plant-based alternative to retinol without causing photosensitivity. It is safe to apply morning or night. It helps improve fine lines and wrinkles, pigmentation, elasticity, and firmness. The Adorn Refill Program makes our Bakuchiol & Borage Oil a must-have product that you can use over your moisturiser to nourish the skin and help protect it from bacteria.
7. Sunscreen as Essential Skin Protection
The last step in your skincare routine - sunscreen. Wearing sunscreen protects your skin from sun damage and further discolouration and pigmentation. Using a non-pore-clogging toxin free Sunscreen such at Adorn’s Tinted SPF 50+ Mineral Sunscreen will help prevent lines and wrinkles, pigmentation, redness and loss of elasticity in the skin.
8. Makeup Tips for Uneven Skin Tone and Scarring
Makeup. To minimise the appearance of uneven skin tone and acne scarring, use a foundation that is best matched to in-between your skin tone and discolouration (but never too light of a shade). This will balance the colour of your skin with your pigmented areas. Adorn Loose Mineral Foundation SPF 20+ has a natural SPF. It is calming for sensitive skin and does not clog the pores (non-comedogenic).
9. Hydration and Maintenance Throughout the Day
During the day skin maintenance. Refresh your makeup and hydrate your skin using Adorn's pure rosewater. Apply before skincare and makeup and after makeup to fuel the skin with essential hydration. Continue to apply throughout the day to keep the skin fresh and soothe tired, dry skin. Adorn Rosewater Mist hydrates the skin which means your skin is less inclined to produce excess oils to compensate for dehydration. It also helps your serums penetrate deeper when spritzed before and/or after applying.
Holistic approach to acne prevention
While it is amazing to have access to quality natural skincare products to help repair and replenish your skin, where possible a preventative approach to acne is always best. Good old fashioned care and thought about how we treat our skin go a long way but if your skincare products are not improving your acne a visit to a dermatologist is best to assist with the underlying causes.
Remember to:
- Never pop pimples or pick at the skin.
- Hygiene. Wearing a baseball cap or anything else on your head without washing it regularly (or dry cleaning) allows sweat, dirt, and oil to accumulate. This can cause congestion and acne to flare. You should also aim to change your pillowcases once every two the three days and use a clean face washer each time you cleanse your face.
- Use skin care products that won't clog your pores. Like hair oil, your skin-care products could be causing your breakouts. If you apply a product that contains an oil such as cocoa butter or shea butter to your face, back, or chest, it can clog your pores. Clogged pores can lead to acne. To prevent skin care products from causing acne, use only products that are “non-comedogenic”.
- Stop using heavy, oily makeup to cover dark marks. While many women find this an effective way to hide blemishes, they often don’t realise that it’s also causing new blemishes.
And finally, drink plenty of fresh clean water and load up on fruits and vegetables to nourish your skin from within.
