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Friday, February 25th, 2011Foods That Can Contribute to Acne
Saturday, February 19th, 2011It’s not the chocolate or the greasy fries - it’s the salt on those fries. Yes, it is salty foods and food high in iodides that are the culprits in making acne worse. Below is a list of foods typically high in iodides. We tell people not to go crazy around eliminating these foods, just be aware of eating too much of them. For example, we had a client who was almost clear. She came into our clinic all broken out and we couldn’t imagine what was going on - I asked her if she was eating a lot of seafood or seaweed. She said, “why yes, I’m sprinkling kelp on my food every day.” As you can see by the chart, kelp has the most iodide of any food. We got her off the kelp and her skin cleared again.
So, as you can see, it would be a good idea to get uniodized salt to use at home, cut down on going for sushi, and cut WAY down on milk and cheese.
Also, almost all vitamins contain iodides in the form of iodides, iodine, potassium iodide, or kelp. Women’s Ultra Mega from GNC and Dermavites (on the internet) are two safe choices.
Iodide Contents in Food (parts per million of iodide)
Salt
Iodized Salt (1/4 tsp) - 100
Seasoned Salt - 40
Sun Evaporated Salt - 30
Uniodized Salt - 19
Meat/Poultry
Beef/Liver - 325
Turkey - 132
Seafood
Kelp - 1020
Cod (3 oz) - 87
Squid - 39
Crab - 33
Vegetables
Asparagus - 169
Broccoli - 90
Dairy
Cheddar Cheese Spread - 27
Milk - 11
Butter - 26
Mozzarella Cheese - 13
Miscellaneous
Tortilla Chips w/ salt - 80
Potato Chips w/ salt - 40
For more information on how to have clear skin, go to Face Reality Acne Clinic
©2011 Face Reality Acne Clinic
Go ahead and take Accutane - if you want your intestines removed….
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010Walmer, South Africa: Accutane inflammatory bowel disease can, and does, happen anywhere. And even while Hoffmann-La Roche Inc., the manufacturer of Accutane removed their original version from the market in 2009 due to ‘market pressures,’ the medication designed to treat severe acne is still available in generic form [isotretinoin, which is a form of vitamin A], and continues to be sold outside the US as Roaccutane by Hoffmann-La Roche.
Jane Sonekus is from Walmer, South Africa. But her story could easily have happened here. Sonekus was writing to a local newspaper column dispensing legal advice in her native country. Here’s what she wrote:
“My doctor has prescribed medication for acne and as a result I have developed ulcerative colitis. I have had a partial removal of the large bowel. I was not warned of these side effects and the doctor has absolved himself from any responsibility, claiming I have to sue the manufacturer. I have been unable to work. As a result, my career has stagnated and I fear because of all the sick leave I have taken, I may be boarded.”
While the writer did not specifically identify the acne medication she was on, it is inferred based on the symptoms she describes that the South African woman had been a patient of isotretinoin, which has been linked to inflammatory bowel disease. Sonekus may have taken Roaccutane or any number of generics. Hypothetically, if Sonekus was in the US she may have taken Accutane here prior to its removal from the market, and thus may have suffered from Accutane IBD.
Accutane was introduced in 1982 and thus remained on the market for 27 years prior to being pulled in the US in 2009. But Accutane has roots going all the way back to the 1930s, when high doses of fat-soluble vitamin A were used as an early treatment for acne. Hoffmann-La Roche has been competing against generics since 2002, when its patents for Accutane acne medication expired.
While referencing ‘market forces’ as the primary reason for pulling Accutane from the US market in 2009, Hoffmann-La Roche was facing numerous Accutane class-action lawsuits and fielding calls from Accutane lawyers.
And there remains a steady stream of Accutane patients decrying the acne medication and the effect Accutane has had on their health.
One former acne sufferer from Maryland told LawyersandSettlements.com back in May that she had taken Accutane as a teenager for acne. Now 44 years of age, the writer was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis last year.
It should be noted that all drugs harbor side effects, and that the basis for approval by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is that the benefits of a drug outweigh the risks. However, Accutane attorneys say their clients claim they had no idea that a medication designed to treat their skin, could have such a devastating and debilitating effect on their internal digestive and bowel systems.
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Interesting Website about PCOS
Friday, August 6th, 2010Polycystic Ovary Syndrome can be a cause of acne for those women afflicted with it. According to this website, PCOS is linked to insulin resistance and can be controlled through the right diet. Check it out.
Benzoyl Peroxide is now classified as safe by FDA
Tuesday, July 6th, 2010Fed Regist. 2010 Mar 4;75(42):9767-77.
Classification of benzoyl peroxide as safe and effective and revision of labeling to drug facts format; topical acne drug products for over-the-counter human use; final rule.
Food and Drug Administration, HHS.
Abstract
We, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), are issuing this final rule to include benzoyl peroxide as a generally recognized as safe and effective (GRASE) active ingredient in over-the-counter (OTC) topical acne drug products. In addition, this final rule includes new warnings and directions required for OTC acne drug products containing benzoyl peroxide. We are also revising labeling for OTC topical acne drug products containing resorcinol, resorcinol monoacetate, salicylic acid and/or sulfur to meet OTC drug labeling content and format requirements in a certain FDA regulation. This final rule is part of our ongoing review of OTC drug products and represents our conclusions on benzoyl peroxide in OTC acne drug products.
New Acne Specialists Group Formed
Friday, July 2nd, 2010Skin Care Professionals who love working with acne are welcome to join my new LinkedIn networking and information sharing group. It is called Acne Specialists. I’d love to see you there.
We’re back! New Training DVD for sale!
Friday, July 2nd, 2010I’m sorry that I haven’t had time to write new blog posts but I have a really good excuse! I am very excited to announce that I just finished creating an instructional dvd for skin care professionals. It is called “Proven Strategies for Treating Acne” . It includes:
- An overview of what acne is and why our system is so successful
- All the homecare and treatment protocol used at Face Reality Acne Clinic
- Demonstrations of treatments and extractions
- Bonus CD of all the forms used in consultation and tracking client progress
It incudes all the details that is needed to successfully get acne clients clear; a protocol that uses only topical products but achieves results far superior than those achieved by prescription drugs and expensive machines.
For more information and to see the first chapter, go to Skincare Professionals - Acne Training DVD
Follow Your Regimen!!
Saturday, January 23rd, 2010Research indicates that acne patients, for various reasons, often do not follow the skin care regimen that has been prescribed for them. Studies have also shown that this lack of adherence is one of the main reasons that many acne treatments fail to work.
Clients may not fully understand what they are supposed to do, possibly due to unclear instructions from their skin care provider. Acne treatment products may also lead to unpleasant side effects early on in treatment, if acne clients are not made aware of this; they may use products inconsistently or may just stop using them completely. Also, if the client does not see immediate results from their treatment, they may believe that the skin care regimen is not working. All of these problems – lack of understanding, poor communication by skin care professionals, and misconceptions on the part of the acne patient can all lead to poor adherence and may lead the client to discontinue treatment.
We recently conducted a survey of our clients and found that those who closely followed the skin care regimen we had given them were far more likely to get clear, and were more likely to get clear faster. 92% of clients who followed their regimen completely were clear within 6 months, compared to only 28% of those who did not follow their regimens.
At Face Reality, we tell our clients from day one how important it is to stick to the regimen that we give them. We explain that the products they are using prevent the new acne from forming and that if they skip their homecare that new “microcomedones” get started inside the pore. Those new acne lesions will make their appearance anywhere from 1 to 3 months later. So, you may think that you are getting away with skipping homecare because you don’t see anything right away, but it catches up to you down the road.
We also encourage them to ask us questions at any time if they do not understand what they are supposed to do or if they are having problems with their skin care regimen. This education about regimen adherence is such an important factor for getting clear; that we also regularly check in with our clients to make sure that they are following it correctly. In my experience, a little nagging from us is well worth it if it helps to get our acne clients clear.
©2010 Face Reality Acne Clinic
Supplements That Help Acne-Prone Skin
Saturday, January 16th, 2010
Keep in mind that these supplements will not get your skin clear. You need the right homecare products used in the right way to achieve that. But here are some supplements that can support your skin.
Recommended Supplements:
Zinc Monomethionine: People with acne have been shown to have lower than normal levels of zinc in their systems. Zinc helps with the immune response and exhibits anti-inflammatory activity. Do be careful not to exceed total 100mg with all zinc sources. Rec Brand: Source Naturals 30-50 mg
Probiotics: These supplements are high recommended for people who have long term antibiotic use in the past. Probiotics help to repopulate the gut with “friendly” bacteria thereby encouraging better digestion, improved immunity and optimum nutrition absorption. Rec Brand: Flora Smart or Ultimate Flora by Renew Life. Dr Ohirra’ which is available at Amazon.com and Whole Foods. Take as directed.
High Quality Fish oils and High Quality Flax oil: These oils are absolutely essential for hormone regulation and thus directly affect sebum regulation. They are also incredibly important for almost every other regulation system in your body. Rec Brand: Artic Pure Source Naturals (we carry this one), Renew Life’s Fishsmart ultra or Nordic Naturals’ Cod Liver Oil and Barleans’s flax oil (liquid). Take as directed and please note that these oils may not be warmed or cooked with. One caution: avoid flax oil supplements labeled as “high lignin” as this type is not compatible with anti-acne regimens.
Barley Powder: Barley has been shown to have many trace minerals that the body needs to build a healthy immune system has many enzymes that help “alkalize” the body. This alkalization directly impacts inflammation that is always associated with acneic skins. Rec Brand: Just Barley, 2 tablespoons in water or unpasteurized orange juice.
MSM also known as methylsulfonylmethane: This mineral has a high bioavailable sulfur content that the body uses to build collagen and cartilage. Excellent to heal scars, detoxify tissues and wonderful as an anti-inflammatory compound. Rec Brand: Rich’s MSM torpedo caplets.1000mg. Take as directed.
A good Multi vitamin is always recommended for obvious reasons. Consider getting an iodine free brand as iodine can exacerbate acne conditions. Rec Brand: Dermavites and GNC ultra women’s mega multi without iron and iodine.
Pea Protein Isolate or Hemp protein: For those of you who work out religiously or want to bulk up, please consider switching to the above powders instead of your typical Soy or Whey based formulas. These are more easily assimilated by the body and do not aggravate acne. Recommended brands: Olympian Labs Pea Protein Powder and Ultimate Greens with Hemp, Rice and Pea protein available on Amazon.com, Whole Foods and Berkeley Bowl.
For more information about having and keeping clear skin, please go to our website.
http://www.facerealityacneclinic.com
Acne Scars and Dark Spots
Friday, November 13th, 2009Acne can be a devastating disorder – not only is it frustrating to have active acne in the form of spots, redness and pustules, these lesions can leave their mark in the form of scars and dark spots.
In this article I will address the difference between scarring and dark spots. When people call our clinic they will ask me about their acne “scarring”, but quite often what they really mean is the dark spots left over from an acne breakout. This is called hyper-pigmentation - also called post-inflammatory hyper-pigmentation (PIH).
Actual scarring is where the skin is pitted or depressed. These types of scars usually take a more aggressive medical modality to see results. For more in-depth information about medical scar treatments go to;
http://www.acne.org/scars.php.
We have had some limited success with clients, using a strong peel solution in the scar itself done bi-weekly for at least 8 treatments. However, seeing a cosmetic surgeon, in most cases, would be necessary.
Let’s talk about dark spots – that is something we definitely can do something about. Post Inflammatory Hyper-pigmentation, or PIH, is the medical term given to discoloration of the skin that follows an inflammatory wound. PIH presents itself as a flat area of discoloration on the skin ranging from pink to red, purple, brown or black, depending on your skin tone and depth of the discoloration.
PIH develops when a wound, rash, pimple, or other stimuli like picking at your acne lesions causes skin inflammation, which triggers the skin to produce too much melanin. Melanin is the protein in the skin that gives the skin its color. The excess melanin darkens and discolors the wounded area. This discoloration remains even after the wound or rash has healed.
PIH is very common among acne sufferers. It can occur in all skin types, although it is more common in darker skin tones. It affects both men and women equally. Luckily, PIH is not a true scar and therefore can be treated in the clinic quite effectively.
We use chemical peels solutions in various strengths to not only help with acne clearing, but lift the dark spots as well. The acne usually goes away first before the redness or the darker spots go away. It usually takes another few months for the dark spots or redness to completely clear. We also give our clients homecare routines that contribute to the lightening of hyper-pigmentation. The right home care and consistent treatments will clear the acne and lift the dark spots simultaneously. Understand that improvement takes time.
For more information about how we clear acne and the dark spots left over from acne, go to Face Reality Acne Clinic.
Below is the result of four months of chemical peels and home care that lightened this client’s PIH.
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