As a skin therapist, I often hear: “I take good care of my skin, so why do I still have spots?” An understandable frustration. But spots rarely arise from one simple cause. Various factors such as stress, hormonal fluctuations, exposure to the sun or even invisible build-up of dirt and make-up play a role in the development of impurities.
What happens in your skin?
For example, stress increases the production of cortisol – a hormone that activates your sebaceous glands. More sebum means more chance of clogging your pores. Combine that with sweat, dust and makeup residue that you may not remove completely at the end of the day, and you have a recipe for breakouts. Even the sun, which many believe reduces acne, can dry out your skin, causing you to produce more sebum in response.
The power of targeted, gentle treatment
A good skincare routine starts with gentle, effective products that target blemishes without irritating your skin. One product I often refer to as a skin therapist is the Mario Badescu Drying Lotion .
This lotion is clinically tested, works fast (even overnight) and is suitable for all skin types – including sensitive skin. Thanks to ingredients such as zinc oxide and salicylic acid , it soothes your skin, reduces inflammation and dries out pimples without affecting the skin barrier. And no, it does not leave a tight or flaky feeling – something that is the case with many acne treatments.
Why this product?
✔ Fast acting: often visible results in one night
✔ Works without drying out the skin
✔ In many cases suitable for sensitive skin, although caution is always advised in case of active irritation or eczema
✔ Often recommended by dermatologists
If you start tonight, you can see a difference tomorrow. ( Please note: always use according to the instructions and avoid excessive use. )