Acne + Congestion Protocol
What is acne and congestion?
Acne and congestion happen when oil, dead skin and debris build up inside your pores. This can show up as blackheads, whiteheads, small bumps or inflamed breakouts. Excess oil, sweat, hormones, shaving, certain products and even over-cleansing can all play a role, which is why simply washing your face more often isn’t always the answer.
Professional Care Plan:
Advanced Regeneration Facial
For acne and congestion, we recommend our Advanced Regeneration Facial with a focus on deep cleansing, appropriate exfoliation and extractions. High frequency or other targeted modalities may be incorporated when appropriate for your skin.
Recommended Frequency:
Schedule an Advanced Regeneration Facial at Eros Bodyworks every 3–4 weeks, or as recommended by your esthetician. Consistent professional care allows us to manage congestion, monitor changes in your skin and adjust your treatments and home-care routine along the way.
What we're aiming for:
The goal is fewer breakouts, less congestion and more consistently clear skin. We want to keep pores clear, manage excess oil without drying out your skin, and reduce the buildup that can lead to new breakouts. Consistency matters more than trying to scrub or dry acne away.
A simple + effective routine:
Acne doesn’t need a complicated routine. Start with the basics: cleanse, treat, moisturize and protect. The right products used consistently can help manage breakouts between visits, while regular professional treatments at Eros Bodyworks provide deeper cleansing, extractions and targeted care that home care alone can’t replicate.
AM
1. CLEANSE
A cleanser for acne-prone or oily skin.
2. TREAT
An active-ingredient serum like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide as suggested by your esthetician.
3. MOISTURIZE
A lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturizer.
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4. SUNSCREEN
Broad-spectrum, SPF 30+
PM
1. CLEANSE
A cleanser for acne-prone or oily skin.
2. TREAT
An active-ingredient serum like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide as suggested by your esthetician.
3. MOISTURIZE
A lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturizer.
Your Recommended Routine:
Product Guidance: Product recommendations are provided for general skincare education and may not be appropriate for every skin type or condition. Individual results and reactions can vary. Introduce new products as directed, discontinue use if significant irritation occurs, and consult your Eros Bodyworks esthetician or a qualified medical provider when appropriate.
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