There’s no doubt that acne can be a huge problem, and it’s an issue that can pop up at the worst time – like on a first date or when you’re heading into a job interview. The good news is that even the worst cases of acne can be improved with the right professional skincare.
Part of the problem is that there are so many myths about acne that are just wrong, with advice about treatments that don’t work, make things worse, or even prevent people from getting the treatments they need for their acne problems. Here are 6 of the myths our expert estheticians at ARO Hair Salon hear almost every day.
Myth #1: People with oily, acne-prone skin shouldn’t moisturize. This myth can be confusing because it seems like adding more moisture might make things worse. But that’s just not true, because oily skin can actually be caused by a lack of moisture that makes your skin overproduce oil. Everyone needs moisture for healthy skin, you just need the right products designed for your skin type. The professional estheticians at ARO can help you choose the right professional skincare products for you.
Myth #2: Sunscreen causes acne. Sunscreen is a must for everyone to protect against skin damage from harmful UV rays. That damage can cause signs of aging like lines and wrinkles to occur early and can also increase your risk of skin cancer. Instead of skipping the sunscreen, choose a professional, water-based product formulated for oily skin that does not contain greasy ingredients like mineral oil and silicone.
Myth #3: Getting a tan will help acne. Actually, the opposite is true. When your skin is exposed to the sun or a tanning bed for long enough to get a tan, that causes inflammation that can make your acne much worse. To get a beautiful looking tan without sun damage, try a professional spray tan, which will give you the look you want instantly without excess UV light exposure.
Myth #4: Cleansing often with soap will help acne. As noted above, oily skin can be the result of your skin overproducing oils. If you cleanse with soap too often, you’ll dry out your skin and cause it to produce even more oil. Instead, it’s best to follow a healthy skincare routine using professional skincare products designed for your skin type, and to supplement this routine with regular, professional facial treatments like the custom treatments you can get at ARO Hair Salon. Having monthly professional facials is important because your skin is assessed each month by an expert esthetician, so you can address problems like acne before they become a bigger problem – and you might even avoid acne altogether.
Myth #5: Only people with oily skin get acne. This just isn’t the case, because many people with normal or even dry skin get acne. There are different types of acne, so that’s why it’s so important to keep up with a skincare regimen designed by the expert estheticians at ARO to ensure that your skin is in its healthiest condition. A combination of morning and evening home skincare with professional products, as well as regular monthly expert facial treatments, can help keep acne away for any skin type.
Myth #6: Only teenagers get acne. Acne can happen to anyone at almost any age, so that’s why good skincare is so important. The expert estheticians at ARO can help you choose the right professional products and treatments for your skin’s needs, no matter what your age or skin type. At ARO, we use PCA Skin® skincare products, an innovative line of professional skincare developed by a dermatologist. PCA Skin® professional products are only available at licensed skin health who are certified in their proper use, like our expert estheticians here at ARO.
If you’ve had trouble with acne, make an appointment with the experts at ARO Hair Salon to get a professional assessment of your skincare needs. Skin that’s in its healthiest condition is better able to fight acne and keep those breakouts away, and our professional estheticians can help. At ARO Hair Salon, we are invested in helping you look and feel beautiful. We are located at 33 Shiawassee Ave., Fairlawn, OH. You can call us at 234-334-7723 or email us for an appointment at appointments.arosalon@gmail.com. Click here to sign up for our ARO Rewards.
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