Acne guide
Understanding Acne
Here you will find the keys to understanding the causes of this pathology, the mechanisms involved and how to treat them.
A condition once reserved for adolescence, acne is now a problem encountered by more and more adult women. Implementing these recommendations should allow you to both improve the quality of your skin and also improve your general well-being and avoid other conditions because the causes of acne reveal some global imbalances that are important to treat. Acne is a common dermatological disease characterized by the presence of comedones, blackheads and microcysts that are often red (inflammatory), large and white (excess sebum). These lesions are mainly located on the face (cheeks, forehead, chin), neck and back. In the longer term, it can lead to persistent scars, which is why it is important to treat them quickly. It is important to note that acne is a modern disease, due to our Western lifestyle. Indeed, acne does not exist among primitive peoples, with a non-industrialized lifestyle.
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A complex of highly dosed natural active ingredients, local and organic to the maximum, such as burdock, spirulina, milk thistle, zinc or even fumitory. By a liver detoxification mechanism, It helps people with acne to regain healthy, smooth and luminous skin.
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What causes acne?
Acne is a chronic inflammatory disease of the pilosebaceous unit (see diagram). The sebaceous gland produces sebum, which helps maintain the hydration of the epidermis, its suppleness and softness, as well as the balance of the skin's bacterial flora (skin microbiota). The functioning of the sebaceous glands is linked to hormonal activity: sebum production is particularly greater during adolescence or pregnancy, periods of high hormonal activity.
Acne is the direct consequence of three phenomena: - Seborrhea, consisting of excessive production of sebum - Hyperproliferation of skin cells - Proliferation of the C. acnes bacteria leading to skin inflammation (relief on the skin and redness). The three phenomena mentioned above are themselves the consequence of different factors which interact with each other: - The cells of the sebaceous gland are very sensitive to hormones (insulin, IGF-1, androgen). During hormonal disorders, sebum production is altered (qualitatively and quantitatively), the channel at the entrance to the sebaceous gland becomes blocked and inflammatory phenomena arise. Excess androgens, estrogens, puberty and various hormonal fluctuations in women (pill, IUD, pregnancy) give rise to hormonal changes that can have an impact on acne.
- The role of the skin microbiota - all the microorganisms present on the skin surface. When the skin microbiota is balanced, good bacteria limit the growth of C. acnes (also always present) and limit the inflammatory reaction. But any infection, aggression or bacterial resistance due to taking antibiotics can cause overcolonization by C. acnes and an imbalance in the composition of the skin microbiota, causing skin inflammation. In the treatment of acne, it is therefore not necessary to remove C. acnes but to restore the balance and the presence of other bacteria.
- Environmental factors play a major role in acne pathology because they promote an inflammatory process and weaken the microbiota (cutaneous and intestinal). Stress, lack of sleep, repeated medication, tobacco, poor diet, unsuitable cosmetics are factors that may contribute to the development of acne.
- Genetic predispositions : people whose parents had acne problems are more likely to suffer from it themselves. This hereditary process is now explained by the heredity of the skin microbiota. Understanding the origin of acne is important in order to establish an appropriate ritual in order to: rebalance the skin microbiota without attacking it regulate the secretion and composition of sebum reduce inflammation.
Understanding the origin of acne is important in order to establish an appropriate ritual in order to: - rebalance the skin microbiota without attacking it
- regulate the secretion and composition of sebum
- reduce inflammation
Liver detoxification
The functions of the liver :
- stores fats and sugars in the form of glycogen, it produces lipoproteins to transport lipids, iron (ferritin)
- distributes nutrients from the intestine to the organs that need them
- synthesizes coagulation factors, growth hormone, vitamins (vitamin D)
- allows the digestion of fatty substances thanks to bile Detoxification The liver helps sort and eliminate toxins and waste from the body using enzymes such as cytochrome.
The toxins are:
- endogenous such as hormones; the liver is particularly important for the elimination of androgens which play a key role in acne,
but also - exogenous such as drugs, tobacco, alcohol, pesticides and other chemicals including endocrine disruptors
The anti-blemish food supplement
How does the Alaena anti-blemish food supplement work?
The Alaena anti-blemish food supplement will act on all stages of liver detoxification by providing the necessary cofactors.
Milk thistle
Phase 2 anti-inflammatory and antioxidant
It protects hepatocytes and prevents congestion by fats (hepatic steatosis). In addition, it regulates carbohydrate metabolism by reducing insulin resistance.
Rosemary
Acts on phases 1 and 2 of hepatic detoxification
Thanks to carnosic and rosmarinic acid, but by stimulating blood circulation it helps eliminate toxins in Phase 3. It is also hypolipidemic and regulates blood sugar. Finally it has disinfectant and anti-inflammatory properties beneficial on acne lesions.
Nettle root
It acts in phase 3
by its action on maintaining renal function and eliminating toxins through the urine. It is also recognized for its action on 5 alpha reductase, an enzyme that transforms estrogens into androgens in the skin. It therefore exerts an anti-seborrhea action
Burdock
Phase 2 anti-inflammatory and antioxidant protects hepatocytes and prevents engorgement by fats (hepatic steatosis). In addition, it regulates carbohydrate metabolism by reducing insulin resistance.
Buckwheat germ
Titrated in vitamin B, it is an important cofactor in hepatic detoxification (phase 2)
Spirulina
Co-factor of phase 1 and phase 3 rich in iron, amino acids, B vitamins, minerals and trace elements
Zinc
Its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties help prevent the formation of acne lesions and the redness associated with acne. It will also play an important role in accelerating the healing of lesions.
Fumitory
For centuries, fumitory has been used to cure skin diseases. The plant is recommended to normalize bile secretion and reduce painful biliary spasms. It is also used to alleviate the suffering of migraines of hepatic origin.
Who is the Alaena anti-imperfection food supplement for?
✔Acne, hyperandrogenism, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
✔ People on contraceptive pill, hyperestrogenism (breast tension, fibroids)
✔ People suffering from premenstrual syndrome
✔ Drug intake (overloads liver function), increased contact with pollution or other chemicals (tobacco, alcohol, pesticides)
✔ Migraines, chronic fatigue, sleep disorders, especially waking up after 4 a.m.
Use
2 capsules in the morning with a glass of water, preferably on an empty stomach.
If this is unpleasant for you, you can take it during breakfast. 1 pillbox = 60 capsules = 1 month treatment
Anti-imperfection ritual
Will I notice a detox phase on my skin?
In acne the sebum produced containing toxins is pro-inflammatory. Detoxification will promote the elimination of these toxins, regulate the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids and androgens. During this period of " cleaning ", an acne outbreak is possible.
This can last up to two months before you see a lasting cure for your acne. However, you will quickly see the benefits in terms of the radiance of your complexion, improvement in skin texture and digestive comfort.
Results
Tests carried out on 30 patients by dermatologist Dr. Sylvie Peres.
100% of patients report feeling their spots less inflamed.
92% of patients report feeling their spots diminish.
90% of patients report feeling their complexion more radiant.
90% of patients report feeling an improvement in their digestion and transit.
83% of patients report feeling their skin less oily.
Should the supplement be taken as a treatment or continuously?
We recommend a minimum 3-month treatment to see all the effects. The benefits on the radiance of the complexion arrive quickly as well as the improvement of the skin texture and digestive comfort.
However you may notice a “cleansing” period where an acne breakout is possible.
This can last several weeks before you see lasting healing of your acne.
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