𝙍𝙚𝙡𝙖𝙭𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙎𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙍𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝘾𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖 𝙋𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙚𝙛𝙪𝙡 𝙈𝙞𝙣𝙙

🧠 1. Neurocosmetics – Skincare That Targets Stress

• Some brands now make products designed to calm both the skin and the nervous system (think: adaptogens + calming ingredients).

• Look for ingredients like ashwagandha, centella asiatica, or neuropeptides in skincare.

💡 2. Light + Vibration Therapy Tools

• High-frequency wands (aka the “zit zapper”): Kills acne-causing bacteria, reduces inflammation, and improves circulation.

• Red Light Therapy: Helps heal skin and fade scars (infrared panels or masks you use at home).

🧽 3. Oil Cleansing Method (OCM)

• Yes, cleansing with oil! Sounds wild, but it can dissolve excess sebum and clear pores.

• Try jojoba, castor, or grapeseed oil—massage in for a few mins, then wipe off with a warm cloth.

• Works surprisingly well for oily/acne-prone skin (with the right oil).

🧬 4. DNA/Genetic Acne Testing

• Some services test your genes to see what acne triggers you’re genetically prone to (hormonal, inflammatory, diet-related, etc.).

• Can help build a super personalized skincare or supplement plan.

🥒 5. Skin Fasting

• Take a break from all products for a few days (or a week). Let your skin “reset.”

• Just rinse with water or use a gentle hydrating mist.

• Some people see big improvements when they stop overwhelming their skin.

🪞 6. Face Mapping (Root Cause Clues)

• Based on ancient Chinese and Ayurvedic principles:

  • Forehead acne: digestion or stress

  • Cheeks: dirty phone, pillowcase, or dairy

  • Chin/jawline: hormonal shifts

• Helps you target the root cause.

🧂 7. Eliminate Hidden Acne-Triggering Ingredients

• Avoid skincare with:

  • Coconut oil (in face products—it clogs pores!)

  • Lanolin

  • Isopropyl Myristate

• Use this site: acneclinicnyc.com/acne-ingredients to check your products.

🥄 8. Try the “Skin Barrier First” Approach

• Before attacking acne, heal your skin barrier.

• Use minimal products, layer in ceramides, fatty acids, and niacinamide.

• Once your skin’s healthy, it handles actives (like retinoids or acids) way better.