Whiteheads… are these pimples the opposite of blackheads?

 

 

When fighting acne, it is important to understand that acne and pimples come in all shapes and sizes. Some of the most talked about blemishes are blackheads and whiteheads. We have talked a bit about blackheads on here, but we’d like to touch on whiteheads.

As an acne specialist, I have heard a lot of different opinions on what whiteheads are and how to prevent them. Some folks simply think that whiteheads are the opposite of blackheads - while others think that whiteheads are a completely different type of acne all together. Read on to see what whiteheads actually are and learn more about the difference between these pimples and blackheads.

What is a “whitehead?”

A whitehead is a premature blackhead. We say this because a white head is basically a blackhead that hasn't reached the surface yet. Whiteheads are also known as “closed comedones,” this is because the pore is never opened and the substance inside the pore never goes past the surface of the skin. Whiteheads look like bumps under the skin. This congestion under the skin is also called “maturation arrest” acne.

 

If a whitehead is just a young blackhead, what is the difference between whiteheads and blackheads?

The simple difference between these two blemishes is that a whitehead hasn't reached the surface yet, so there is no discoloration. When the pore opens up to the air, it causes a dark color-without the air, the material that is stuck in the pore remains white and causes bumps.

To learn more about whiteheads, blackheads and how to prevent acne all together, contact the Skintherapy AcneClinic of Utah and schedule a consultation today.

 

Why are Acne Specialists different from Dermatologist? A letter from a Real Client.

Easy! You will build a relationship with your acne specialist over your treatments for acne that a doctor simply cannot provide for you!

Hi everyone,

My name is Kelsey & I have been seeing Jil with the Skin Therapy Acne Clinic of Salt Lake City for about 4 months. Right now, I have clear, beautiful skin! Before Jil, I had been suffering from non cystic acne for over 10 years. I had been to multiple dermatologist, tried multiple treatments & had pretty close to zero results.

 

As someone who has been through many different failed acne experiences & now, one successful experience, I’d love to be the one to tell you that clear skin is just the first reason you should be seeing an Acne Specialists rather than a doctor or dermatologist. The second and maybe most exciting reason to see a specialist is due to the relationship you build with them!

To tell the truth, I never felt I had an extremely bad experience in the dermatologist office while I was seeing them. My biggest complaints were always that I truly felt there was no hope for clearing my acne (because it never cleared) & I always sat too long in the waiting room before seeing the doctor.

BUT NOW! After going through Jil’s treatment for acne and finally coming out on the other side with clear skin, I can look back on my time with dermatologists and say I’m more than disappointed in my prior experiences, I'm actually down right mad!

Here’s why.. 

I learned more about acne after my first meeting with Jil, than I ever had in my entire life!  When I left her studio, I understood what caused my acne, how to treat it & even had an idea of how long it would take to clear my skin. It was extremely obvious to me that she not only knew what she was talking about, but that she was confident in clearing my skin! I had never left an appointment about my skin with that much knowledge, let alone feeling like anyone was any bit confident in their acne treatment plan.

 So, due to her knowledge and confidence, I knew I was onto something good after just one appointment, but I would have never known how truly great seeing an acne specialist was until I continued with my treatment for acne! 

Seeing a specialist means that you are in their studio every other week for extractions and treatment planning. This ensures that there is someone taking every single step in clearing your skin with you!

 
Can you even imagine! Someone is with you to answer your questions, test products, explain certain reactions, track your progress, fix any problems, talk about your day, become your friend… anything! Acne specialists are just as passionate about clearing your skin as you are! I had never felt this way about any dermatologist or doctor that I had ever seen. Having such a relationship with patients is just not the way a doctors office works.
 

After just a few weeks, I started looking forward to my appointments with Jil because I knew I would continue to get answers about my acne & it was fun to chat with her in general! Appointments get extremely enjoyable when you start seeing results! Can you imagine sharing that progress with someone, like a cheerleader routing for you from the beginning all the way until the end!

So now that I have clear skin, I think about acne specialists as the answer to acne rather than just another option. Jil, has not only become my acne specialist, but my friend & I very seriously question why acne specialists aren’t the only option when it comes to fighting broken out skin! If everyone just started with a specialist, they would not only be clear, but would actually enjoy the clearing experience.

 Please, if you are struggling with acne, call the the Skin Therapy Acne Clinic of Salt Lake, Utah.  They can help get your acne under control.

 

What Parents Should Know About Teen Acne

Acne is a touchy subject to address. It can be very personal, embarrassing and even isolating for some people. Take a teenager who suffers from acne and put in the mix the pressure to fit in, date and attend social activities and you have a disaster waiting to happen.  Yes, more acne from the stress but also a teenager who may be calling out for help!!

Studies have shown that people who suffer from acne are more likely to suffer from depression, anxiety, social isolation, mood changes and even have a loss of interest in hobbies and activities due to their acne.  Therefore, as a parent, helping your teenager find a way to control their acne will help keep your teens self-esteem intact through these tough years. There are also changes you can make around the home to help your teenager stay clear.  As a skin and acne specialist this is what I suggest. 
-Replace your peanut butter jar with almond butter.
-Replace the milk jug with almond milk.
-Buy Goat Cheese and clean out the other types of cheese.
-Buy iodide-free vitamins
-Stop giving your teen money for fast food.  Instead fix them a healthy lunch or dinner that is
low in salt and high in healthy proteins and greens.
-Find them an Acne Specialist that will work one on one with them to get their skin clear.

Acne can be controlled without medication or harmful prescriptions so visiting your local dermatologist is NOT the only answer!  Skintherapy Skincare and Acne Clinic in Salt Lake City, Utah can help.  We can also provide referrals for out-of-state clinics who provide the same Acne treatments and solutions.