Acne Free Topical Regimen
Arguably the most important aspect of getting clear skin is using a good topical regimen (putting the right stuff on your skin). Below we have outlined the active ingredients that have been shown to reduce acne or have beneficial effects on your skin. Many skin care products contain only a one of these ingredients. Our experience has shown us that a multi-ingredient approach, if done correctly, can deliver faster results and help minimize irritation.
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Benzoyl Peroxide
Benzoyl peroxide, available over the counter and by prescription, has been a mainstay of acne treatment since the 1950s. This agent has bactericidal and comedolytic properties. It is the topical agent most effective against P. acnes, with bacteriostatic activity superior to that of topical antibiotics. It also functions as a mild comedolytic agent by increasing epithelial cell turnover with desquamation.
We feel that Benzoyl Peroxide is the most important topical agent in the fight against acne. The problem with Benzoyl Peroxide is that it has known and documented side effects including drying of the skin. These side effects can be minimized through the use of a proper carrier formulation and select natural extracts.
Polypore is a highly absorbable polymer that does the following:
- Stabilizes and protects Benzoyl-Peroxide from degradation
- Enhances the performance of Benzoyl-Peroxide through sustained delivery
LATEST NEWS* = A new, patent-pending delivery system for Benzoyl Peroxide has been developed. It is known as Polypore. Clinical Trials show that it’s efficacy using only 3.5% BP is nearly the same as a standard 10% solution.
How do you get Polypore 3.5%? The only company that we have found that produces an Acne Gel with 3.5% Polypore BP is Exposed Skin Care. It is called Acne Treatment Serum and more info can be found at www.exposedskincare.com
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