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Acne Treatment Products

Step 1: Cleansing

Antibacterial Cleanser:  For most skin types.  Provides extraordinary acne benefits with maximum bacterial control against P. acnes and other undesirable bacteria and their acne promoting lipases.  Blocks the action of 5α- reductase.  (Note:  One percent of the population is allergic to topical cinnamon extract and will develop redness and stinging following use on approximately the second or third day.  If this happens, please advise Skintactix, using the Feedback page.)  5 ounces.  pH 3.6
DIRECTIONS:  Wet the skin with water.  Apply a small amount of cleanser and work into a lather.  Rinse off and dry skin.
INGREDIENTS:  Deionized Water (Aqua), Sodium Olefin C14-16, Sodium Lauroyl Wheat Amino Acids, Glycerin, Salicylic Acid, Cinnamon (Cinnamomum Zeylanicum) Extract, Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia) Oil, Grapefruit (Citrus Grandis) Oil, Citric Acid, Methylparaben.

Bacteriostat Cleanser:  Ideal for rosacea, acne rosacea and dry or sensitive skin types.  Effective bacterial control against P. acnes and other undesirable bacteria and their acne promoting lipases.  Additional anti-inflammatory benefits.  5 ounces.  pH 3.6
DIRECTIONS:  Wet the skin with water.  Apply a small amount of cleanser and work into a lather.  Rise off and dry skin.
INGREDIENTS:  Deionized Water (Aqua), Sodium Olefin C14-16 Sulfonate, Sodium Lauroyl Wheat Amino Acids, Glycerin, Salicylic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Sage (Salvia Officinalis) Extract, Turmeric (Curcuma Longa) Extract, Wild Marjoram (Origanum Vulgare) Extract, Grapefruit (Citrus Grandis) Oil, Citric Acid, Methylparaben.

Glycolic Cleanser:  For excessively oily skin types, with or without acne.  Keeps follicles clear of cellular debris and has minor antibacterial properties.  5 ounces.  pH 3.7
DIRECTIONS:  Wet the skin with water.  Apply a small amount of cleanser and work into a lather.  Rinse off and dry skin.
INGREDIENTS:
Deionized Water (Aqua), Sodium Laureth Sulfate (Note: this is not sodium laurel sulfate), Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Glycolic Acid, Algae Extract, Aloe Vera (Barbadensis) Gel, Glycerin, Nettle (Urtica Dioica) Extract, Meadowsweet (Spiraea Ulmaria) Extract, Hydrolyzed Sweet Almond Protein, Grapefruit (Citrus Grandis) Extract, Orange (Citrus Dulcis) Extract, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid.

 

Step 2: Follicular Exfoliation

Glycolic Exfoliator:  For most skin types.  Maximum power to keep follicles clear.  Effective bacterial control against P. acnes and other undesirable bacteria and their acne-promoting lipases.  Powerful anti-inflammatory benefits. Uses glycolic acid, salicylic acid and plant enzymes to help keep follicles clear and free of infections.  2 ounces.  pH 5.5
DIRECTIONS:  Apply sparingly following cleansing and lightly rub into the skin.  Leave on the skin, do not rinse off.
INGREDIENTS:
  Deionized Water (Aqua), Glycolic Acid, Bilberry (Vaccinium Mrytillus) Extract, Lemon (Citrus Medica Limonum) Bioflavonoids,  Salicylic Acid, Birch (Betula Alba) Extract, Pomegranate (Punica Granatum) Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Tatarol. 

Gentle Follicle Exfoliator:  Ideal for rosacea, acne rosacea, dry and sensitive skin types.  Keeps follicles clear.  Effective bacterial control against P. acnes and other undesirable bacteria and their acne promoting lipases.  Powerful anti-inflammatory benefits.  2 ounces.  pH 3.3
DIRECTIONS:  Apply sparingly following cleansing and lightly rub into the skin.  Leave on the skin, do not rinse off.
INGREDIENTS:
  Deionized Water (Aqua), Sage (Salvia Officinalis) Extract, Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris) Extract, Amino Acids, Methylpropanediol, Burdock (Arctium Lappa) Extract, Citrus Unshiu Extract, Benzyl Alcohol, Birch (Betula Alba) Extract, Triclosan, Salicylic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Methylparaben, Tetrasodium EDTA.

 

Step 3: Poultice Action

Green Tea Poultice:  For most skin types.  Poultice action literally pulls infection and developing infection up and out of the skin.  Provides extraordinary acne benefits against P. acne and other undesirable bacteria and their acne promoting lipases.  Blocks the action of 5α-reductase.  Powerful anti-inflammatory benefits.  2 ounces.  pH 3.8
DIRECTIONS:  In the AM apply to all areas that are affected by acne.  Apply very lightly and immediately rub into the skin so the poultice disappears.  Leave on all day, do not rinse off.  In the PM apply slightly more liberally as the poultice does not have to be invisible.  Leave on all night, do not rinse off.  If Poultice rolls or does not penetrate, the prior product(s) was applied to liberally and is creating a barrier.
INGREDIENTS:
Deionized Water (Aqua), Montmorillonite (Clay), Aloe Vera (Barbadensis) Gel, Glycerin, Sulfur, Safflower (Carthamus Tinctorius) Oil, Titanium Dioxide, Camellia Oleifera Extract (Green Tea), Cinnamon (Cinnamomum Zeylanicum) Extract, Oat Betaglucan, Salicylic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium PCA, Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia) Oil, Methylparaben, Potassium Sorbate.

 

Specialty Items

Inhibiting Gel:  Powerful aid in treating very severe acne.  Also eliminates herpes simplex.  Strong stimulator of the skin’s immune responses with potent anti-inflammatory action.  2 ounces.   pH 3.9
DIRECTIONS:  For acne apply sparingly in AM and PM following the follicle exfoliator and before the Green Tea Poultice. For herpes simplex apply 3 times daily for 2-3 days at the first feeling of the cold sore to prevent it from developing.
INGREDIENTS:
  Deionized Water (Aqua), Laureth-7, Polyacrylamide, Wheat (Triticum Vulgare) Bran Extract, Camellia Oleifera Extract (Green Tea), Calcium Carbonate, Betaglucan, Cinnamon (Cinnamomum Zeylanicum) Extract, Capryloyl Glycine, Zinc Gluconate, Xanthan Gum, Nylon-12, Evening Primrose (Oenothera Biennis) Oil, Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia) Oil, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA.

Blackhead Dissolver:  Dissolves sebum plugs that have developed into blackheads and whiteheads.  Inhibits the development of new plugs.  1 ounce.  pH 3.6
DIRECTIONS:  Apply twice daily to affected areas and lightly rub into the skin.  Apply following cleansing and before all other skin care products.  Once blackheads have dissolved (about 3 weeks) or whiteheads (about 3-4 weeks) reduce usage to once daily to maintain results.
INGREDIENTS:
Deionized Water (Aqua), Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris) Extract, Burdock (Arctium Lappa) Extract, Scurvy Grass (Cochlearia Officianalis) Extract, Birch (Betula Alba) Extract, Citric Acid, Methylparaben.

Oil Absorbing Gel:  A cosmetic product that absorbs excess skin oils for up to 8 hours, giving the skin a matte look rather than a shinny, oily appearance.  1 ounce.  pH 4.2
DIRECTIONS:  Apply thinly after all other skin care products (including sunscreen), but before make-up.  If going out again for the evening, it can be reapplied over make-up.
INGREDIENTS:
  Deionized Water (Aqua), Cyclomethicone, Vinyldimethicone, Dimethicone, Camellia Oleifera Extract (Green Tea).

Treatment Moisturizer:  For most skin types.  Light and non-oily moisturization with active ingredients that combat acne.  Powerful antioxidant formula reduces free radical activities that promote acne and inflammation.  Powerful anti-aging benefits.  2.2 ounces.  pH 3.7
DIRECTIONS:  Apply if and when needed.  Apply following Green Tea/Clay Poultice and prior to sunscreen or make-up if desired.
INGREDIENTS:
Deionized Water (Aqua), Capryl Glycol, Avocado (Persea Gratissima) Oil, Decyl Oleate, Hydrocotyl (Centella Asiatica) Extract, Safflower (Carthamus Tinctorius) Oil, Soybean (Glycine Soja) Germ Extract, Evening Primrose (Oenothera Biennis) Oil, Chamomile (Anthemis Nobilis) Extract, Camelia Oleifera Extract (Green Tea), Betaglucan, Adenosine Triphosphate, Panthenol (Vitamin B), Hyaluronic Acid, Bisabolol, Xanthan Gum, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Methylparaben, Butylparaben, Chamomile (Anthemis Nobilis) Oil, Citric Acid, Propylparaben.

Sunscreen - High (Chemical Free) - For all skin types.  Uses titanium dioxide and zinc oxide for complete UVA/UVB protection and a 30 SPF, with the addition of green tea.  Chemical free formula is non-photo-reactive giving the product antioxidant protection from secondary free radicals.  Product is non-irritating, non-greasy and eye-friendly.  2.2 ounces.  pH 3.7
DIRECTIONS:  Apply after other skin care products and before make-up.
INGREDIENTS: Deionized Water, Octyl Palmitate, Glycerin, Sweet Almond (Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis) Oil, Cetyl Octanoate, Soybean Phospholipids, Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Camelia Oleifera Extract (Green Tea), Grape (Vitis Vinifera) Extract, Algae Extract, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Essential Oils, Methylparaben, Propylparaben. 

Cucumber Scrub - For all skin types.  An invigorating jojoba bead scrub combined with enzymes to exfoliate dead tissue and prepare the skin for penetration of other products.  The pineapple enzyme acts as a natural antibacterial agent.  4.2 ounces.  pH 3.5
DIRECTIONS:  Apply following cleansing and gently massage into skin.  Rinse thoroughly and apply other products.
INGREDIENTS: Deionized Water, Aloe Vera (Barbadensis) Gel, Vegetable Glycerin, Seaweed Extract, Carbomer, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Oil, Pineapple (Ananas Sativus) Extract, Triethanolamine, Cucumber (Cucumis Sativus) Extract, Vanilla Planifolia Oil, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Disodium EDTA.

Note:  Contrary to misrepresentation which originated in the Internet, parabens are safe preservatives for skin care products, as determined by the FDA and the American Board of Toxicology.  Parabens are classified as safe preservatives for skin care products by every nation in the world, without exception. 

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