Many people confuse folliculitis and acne because they look so much alike. It’s such a normal confusion that we often refer to folliculitis as “The Acne Imposter.” To further confuse the matter, some people can have a combination of acne and folliculitis.
Hair follicle inflammation causes folliculitis and is most often seen most often on the forehead for women and the jawline for men. Learn more.
Common things that cause folliculitis to flareup:
- The use of antibiotics and steroids
- Oily Skin
- Humidity
- Occlusive Clothing
- Shaving
- Heavy moisturizers or sunscreens
- Hot tubs/spas
Breakouts can be a combination of acne and folliculitis. If you don’t see progress with this routine, we recommend our online Acne Coaching Program.
MORNING ROUTINE
Use the products in the exact order given
Cleanse:
Choose One
Face Reality Mandelic Face & Body Scrub
Recommended for Men
Face Reality Mandelic Face & Body Wash
Recommended for Women
Cleanse using the AOS Dry Cleanse Method: Dispense one pump of cleanser onto dry hands. Rub hands together to create a foam. Gently rub onto dry skin—wet hands and massage to emulsify. Continue massaging for two minutes. Remove with a warm Lush Cloth.
Read here for tips on how to properly cleanse your face. Well-cleansed skin can drink vital nutrients, boosting the efficacy of every product you apply to your face.
Tone:
Eyes:
Choose One
Face Reality Antioxidant Peptide Eye Gel
Recommended for those in their 20s
Sorella Apothecary Aloe Cucumber Eye Gel
Recommended for those 30+
Michele Corley Revitalizing Peptide & Stem Cell Eye Gel
Recommended for those 30+
NeoGenesis Eye Serum
Recommended for those 30+
Moisturize:
Choose One
Protect:
This step is required. Your acne care products cause increased sun sensitivity.
Tizo 3 Facial Primer Tinted SPF 40
Lips:
BALMSTIX Organic Peppermint Rosemary Lip Balm
Acne Safe Makeup:
Illuminare Mattifying Mineral Foundation
Illuminare Perfect Color Mineral Blush
EVENING ROUTINE
First, remove makeup with Clean Skin Club Clean Wipes.
Cleanse:
Choose One
Face Reality Mandelic Face & Body Scrub
Recommended for Men
Face Reality Mandelic Face & Body Wash
Recommended for Women
Following cleanse, ice face with an Ice Globe or Ice Pop for two minutes on inflamed breakouts. Ice reduces inflammation and enhances the penetration of Acne Med.
Tone:
Eyes:
Optional
Face Reality Antioxidant Peptide Eye Gel
Moisturize:
Choose One
Internal Supplements for Clearing Acne:
-Unstick pores with Face Reality Clear Skin Balance
-Balance your microbiome and improve gut health to decrease breakouts with Terraflora Daily Care Synbiotic Probiotic.
-Our skin is the biggest organ for detoxification. Support the process with EnviroMedica Grass-Fed Beef Liver Supplement.
IS DRYNESS AND BURNING NORMAL?
- If anything burns or stings your skin for over two minutes, please rinse it off and contact our estheticians on LiveChat.
- Mild dryness is normal while we clear you, but contact us if you experience extreme dryness, cracking, or peeling. Your skin should not be uncomfortable or painful. We have many tricks up our sleeves.
Unsure where to start? Reach out for a free skincare checkup, and our licensed estheticians will optimize your routine for the best results. We’ll be here every step of the way!
