Skin Spots and Pigmentation
Sun exposure – the key cause of skin spots and pigmentation is exposure to the sun’s ultra-violet rays (UV). When we expose our skin to the sun, skin cells known as melanocytes, which are found in the lower layer of the epidermis (the skin’s upper layer) generate high levels of the pigment melanin. This important pigment, which gives the skin its characteristic tone, has an important role – to absorb the sun’s rays that penetrate the skin and then reflect them back. That way, it stops them from damaging the skin’s cells. Yet excess production of melanin, particularly in accumulative sun exposure, causes hyper-pigmentation and the onset of brown skin spots.
Genetics – pigmentation problems are more common among those with dark skins compared to those with fair skins and their spots also stand out more. That is probably due to a genetic disposition.
Hormonal changes – skin spots and pigmentation are more common among women than men, as a result of the hormonal changes they experience throughout a woman’s lifetime, such as pregnancy or taking pills.
Medicinal issues – different medications affect the onset of pigmentation. The major ones are painkillers such as Nurofen, Advil, Adex, Voltaren and Naxyn; medication for treating acne such as Roaccutane, antibiotic medication such as Tatricilan; heart medication such as Amiodarone, Procardia, Cardizem and Dilacor; antidepressants, anti-anxieties and so forth.
Sun exposure – the key cause of skin spots and pigmentation is exposure to the sun’s ultra-violet rays (UV). When we expose our skin to the sun, skin cells known as melanocytes, which are found in the lower layer of the epidermis (the skin’s upper layer) generate high levels of the pigment melanin. This important pigment, which gives the skin its characteristic tone, has an important role – to absorb the sun’s rays that penetrate the skin and then reflect them back. That way, it stops them from damaging the skin’s cells. Yet excess production of melanin, particularly in accumulative sun exposure, causes hyper-pigmentation and the onset of brown skin spots.
Genetics – pigmentation problems are more common among those with dark skins compared to those with fair skins and their spots also stand out more. That is probably due to a genetic disposition.
Hormonal changes – skin spots and pigmentation are more common among women than men, as a result of the hormonal changes they experience throughout a woman’s lifetime, such as pregnancy or taking pills.
Medicinal issues – different medications affect the onset of pigmentation. The major ones are painkillers such as Nurofen, Advil, Adex, Voltaren and Naxyn; medication for treating acne such as Roaccutane, antibiotic medication such as Tatricilan; heart medication such as Amiodarone, Procardia, Cardizem and Dilacor; antidepressants, anti-anxieties and so forth.
Scars
Acne scars – acne vulgaris is one of the main reasons for the onset of scars in on the skin. These scars are known as “post-acne” and their main cause is a chronic inflammation that develops in the skin’s follicle and its surrounding mammary glands. In an effort to eradicate the acne bacteria that thrive in the mammary glands, the body generates an inflammation. When the inflammation becomes chronic and acute, or is not treated adequately, a fracture is formed in the mammary glands that causes an onset of pimples and pustular cysts. Often, the sores and inflammation may damage the dermis layer, the skin’s deepest layer, and as a result, disrupt the healing and recovery process with scar tissues forming around the lesions. These scars are mostly recessed and appear as pimples, but often bulging scars are formed (keloid scars), mainly in the chest and back areas. In addition to the skin’s texture, the scar also affects the skin’s color and may even cause reddish or brownish-grey spots.
Inflammatory conditions – even other inflammatory conditions in the skin may damage the dermis layer with scar tissue forming.
Genetics – although no specific genes that are responsible for that have been found, it seems that some ethnic groups, such as African-Americans for example, as well as those with dark skin in general, have a genetic predisposition for acne.
Smoking – cigarettes smoking impacts the healing process of sores and promotes inflammatory processes, which as a result may increase the propensity for scarring.
Acne scars – acne vulgaris is one of the main reasons for the onset of scars in on the skin. These scars are known as “post-acne” and their main cause is a chronic inflammation that develops in the skin’s follicle and its surrounding mammary glands. In an effort to eradicate the acne bacteria that thrive in the mammary glands, the body generates an inflammation. When the inflammation becomes chronic and acute, or is not treated adequately, a fracture is formed in the mammary glands that causes an onset of pimples and pustular cysts. Often, the sores and inflammation may damage the dermis layer, the skin’s deepest layer, and as a result, disrupt the healing and recovery process with scar tissues forming around the lesions. These scars are mostly recessed and appear as pimples, but often bulging scars are formed (keloid scars), mainly in the chest and back areas. In addition to the skin’s texture, the scar also affects the skin’s color and may even cause reddish or brownish-grey spots.
Inflammatory conditions – even other inflammatory conditions in the skin may damage the dermis layer with scar tissue forming.
Genetics – although no specific genes that are responsible for that have been found, it seems that some ethnic groups, such as African-Americans for example, as well as those with dark skin in general, have a genetic predisposition for acne.
Smoking – cigarettes smoking impacts the healing process of sores and promotes inflammatory processes, which as a result may increase the propensity for scarring.
Skin spots and scars are the most common reasons for seeking a beauty therapist and dermatologists, and anyone who experienced them knows how they can affect the skin’s appearance. Furthermore, many surveys point out that these skin problems have psychological ramifications and they negatively impact the self-image of those who suffer from them.
What factors cause these skin problems, how do they affect the skin and how can they be treated to rehabilitate the skin?
What factors cause these skin problems, how do they affect the skin and how can they be treated to rehabilitate the skin?
How can these problems be treated and how can the skin be rehabilitated?
Scars and skin spots are challenging problems. Yet, an intervention of a professional beauty therapist at the earliest possible stage when it first appears, in conjunction with maintaining a routine home treatment, can have impressive and major results in the skin’s condition. The sooner the treatment, the easier the skin’s recovery is and the better the results will be. Mostly, in the first stages of treatment, it is important to get treated once every few weeks and then drop to once a month or every month later on.
Maintaining a home-treatment routine is equally important. To achieve the best results, it is recommended to use Renew Formula’s treatment cream that works to renew and rehabilitate the skin, balance sebum levels, and at the same time lighten the skin. This unique formula involves a high level of azelaic acid with retinol and salicylic acid. Azelaic acid works to regulate the sebum and balance the skin, as well as brighten the skin and reduce changes in the skin tone that remain in the post-acne stage. In addition, it also has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial action. Retinol and salicylic acid also work to prevent the onset of scars and promote their recovery, as well as renew and brighten the skin.
The synergy between these components acts to achieve real results in the skin’s renewal process and help prevent and minimize scars, brighten skin spots and improve the skin’s tone and texture. Because of its diversity and wide range of action, the product is intended for many types of skin, mainly for skins that show early signs of aging, scars and spots.
Skin spots and scars are common skin conditions that are the main reason for seeing beauty therapists and dermatologists. The causes for these two problems are diverse – from genetics and hormonal changes to environmental factors such as sun exposure, smoking and taking medication. In order to achieve the most beneficial results for treating these challenging conditions, it is important to maintain professional treatment with the beauty therapist, and at the same time continue with routine home treatment with effective and professional products. The unique formula of Re-New Formula therapeutic cream integrates a high level of azelaic acid with retinol and salicylic acid, while their synergy makes treatment especially powerful with a range of beneficial effects on the skin.
Scars and skin spots are challenging problems. Yet, an intervention of a professional beauty therapist at the earliest possible stage when it first appears, in conjunction with maintaining a routine home treatment, can have impressive and major results in the skin’s condition. The sooner the treatment, the easier the skin’s recovery is and the better the results will be. Mostly, in the first stages of treatment, it is important to get treated once every few weeks and then drop to once a month or every month later on.
Maintaining a home-treatment routine is equally important. To achieve the best results, it is recommended to use Renew Formula’s treatment cream that works to renew and rehabilitate the skin, balance sebum levels, and at the same time lighten the skin. This unique formula involves a high level of azelaic acid with retinol and salicylic acid. Azelaic acid works to regulate the sebum and balance the skin, as well as brighten the skin and reduce changes in the skin tone that remain in the post-acne stage. In addition, it also has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial action. Retinol and salicylic acid also work to prevent the onset of scars and promote their recovery, as well as renew and brighten the skin.
The synergy between these components acts to achieve real results in the skin’s renewal process and help prevent and minimize scars, brighten skin spots and improve the skin’s tone and texture. Because of its diversity and wide range of action, the product is intended for many types of skin, mainly for skins that show early signs of aging, scars and spots.
Skin spots and scars are common skin conditions that are the main reason for seeing beauty therapists and dermatologists. The causes for these two problems are diverse – from genetics and hormonal changes to environmental factors such as sun exposure, smoking and taking medication. In order to achieve the most beneficial results for treating these challenging conditions, it is important to maintain professional treatment with the beauty therapist, and at the same time continue with routine home treatment with effective and professional products. The unique formula of Re-New Formula therapeutic cream integrates a high level of azelaic acid with retinol and salicylic acid, while their synergy makes treatment especially powerful with a range of beneficial effects on the skin.