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Androgens are either a natural or synthetic steroid hormone that regulates the development and maintenance of male characteristics in vertebrates by binding to androgen receptors.

Androgens are hormones that contribute to growth and reproduction in both men and women.

When overabundant, androgen hormones and insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) influence sebum production, contributing to the development of acne.

When women stop using their birth control, they can experience a phenomenon called“androgenic rebound” where testosterone, dihydrotestosterone (DHT), and/ordehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) levels jump up and cause renewed bouts of acne.

We have many androgen receptors on sebaceous glands in our face and their job is to make sebum which, at normal levels, keeps our skin moisturized.
DHEA and testosterone become problematic when they are converted to DHT. DHT triggers these sebaceous receptors very acutely which causes excessive sebum production that, in turn, causes acne lesions to form.

Chronic acne is one of the most debilitating skin conditions there are to deal with.

And like most people who suffer with this condition, it causes a lot of stress, embarrassment, and frustration as you try to find a solution to make it go away.

You've tried it all, from skincare products to prescriptions from the doctor, and nothing has helped, and/or things just got worse.

Imagine if you could stop searching for a "magical" fix it product, if you had guidance and support to find products that actually worked, had the tools you need to cope with the stress and knew how to support your skin and body for optimal health and clear skin.

If this is you... I understand, and I've got your back!

If you do any activities where you sweat, you must wash your face and take a shower IMMEDIATELY afterwards. No excuses!

Sweat can cause bacteria and clogging almost instantly, even if you break a light sweat because it's hot outside.⁣

Remember to always wear clean, fresh clothes for each workout and be sure to wash your clothes especially your sports bras after each workout.

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Oil is the fuel for the fire when it comes to acne.

During puberty, the rise of hormone levels result in the enlargement as well as the increased activity if the sebaceous glands.

High levels of androgen hormones create a higher level of sebum production, resulting in the potential for more severe acne. In the other hand, higher levels of the estrogen hormone can result in less sebum production.

Another cause of excess oil production is the lack of hydration (water) in the skin. When this happens, the skin compensates for the dehydration and produces more oil.

A lot of acne products on the market dry out the skin, and therefore cause this never ending cycle of acne. When treating skin with acne, we want to make sure that there is balance; we want products that are strong enough to help clear the skin, but not too strong that the skin is left dehydrated.

Skip the fabric softener if you are acne prone!

Fabric softener and dryer sheets leave a pore-clogging waxy residue on anything that comes in contain with your skin- towels, sheets, pillowcases, clothes.

To help eliminate static cling, purchase anti-static balls for your dryer and add white vinegar in with the wash load.

Additionally, be sure that your laundry detergent is free of perfumes/fragrance and dyes.