Face Reality Acne Program

What is Acne?

Acne is an inherited disorder of the pores where dead skin cells shed much faster than normal. Normal pores shed approximately 1 layer of dead skin cells per day inside the pore. Acne-prone pores shed up to 5 layers of dead skin cells per day, causing buildup. This buildup forms a microcomedone, which is where all acne lesions begin. That microcomedone turns into blackheads or whiteheads under the skin; and if bacteria is present, it feeds on the dead skin cells and oil, creating inflamed pimples or pustules, and possibly cysts. This process can take up to 90 days. 

How long is the clearing process?

Because it takes up to 90 days for acne to form, you may still have 90 days of acne that will surface. Our acne products and protocol will keep the new acne from forming that would surface 90 days from now. In most cases, the Face Reality Skincare Program will have your acne under control in about 3 to 6 months, depending on your type of acne. Some types of acne take longer to clear.

Treatments 

Very mild corrective peels are used to boost the home care along with extractions of existing acne. If your skin is dry or irritated, we will opt for an enzyme treatment and extractions.

During the first 6 to 8 weeks, your skin is assessed every 2 weeks to see if we can make your routine a bit stronger. We do not want your skin to get used to products, but we also do not want the routine to be so strong that your skin gets dry and irritated. This method will keep your skin on the path to clearing while maintaining optimal skin health.

Treatment Length:  45 minutes

Treatment Frequency: Every 2 weeks during the clearing process, then as needed

Cost: Initial Treatment: $175, Follow up Treatments: $125