Propionibacterium acnes is the bacteria responsible for inflamed acne breakouts. It is generally harmless but when pores become engorged with excess oil and dead skin cells, it creates an environment where P. acnes can excessively grow. This then triggers inflammation within the pore, creating a papule, pimple, or cyst. Reducing the P. acnes population is therefore an important step in controlling acne.
Teenagers and adults are often very self-conscious when skin breaks out, either as a result of acne and skin inflammation. Fortunately the cosmetics industry offers a number of ingredients to prevent, treat and target problematic skin.
Retinol-type
It is a well known fact that severe acne sufferers are prescribed topical and oral treatments of Retinol. Whilst this treatment is very successful it comes with a number of undesirable side effects. This is where Retinol countertypes come into their own. We are pleased to offer the following safe alternatives to Retinol.