Acne is more common than all other skin disorders put together and as much as even 90 percent of people suffer from it at varying degrees at some time in their lives. In the blog ‘spots: should I go to the Doctor or not?’ I have written all about the development of acne and how [...]
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Red bumps on your skin: Keratosis Pilaris
Friday 22 July 2011by Dr. Jetske Ultee | 0 Comments
Filed under: Acne, Skin problems | Tags: allergy, arms, back, cheeks, chemical peel, dry skin, eczema, exfoliant, hair follicle, keratin, keratosis pilaris, laser, legs, maturing process, Photodynamic therapy, red bumps
Filed under: Acne, Skin problems | Tags: allergy, arms, back, cheeks, chemical peel, dry skin, eczema, exfoliant, hair follicle, keratin, keratosis pilaris, laser, legs, maturing process, Photodynamic therapy, red bumps
A little while ago I wrote a piece for www.beautyscene.nl about Keratosis Pilaris. If you suffer from this skin condition you get lots of small red bumps on your upper arms, face, legs or back. Although it is a harmless skin condition, it can be very frustrating. That evening dress doesn’t make you feel as [...]
Milk spots (milia)
Friday 15 July 2011by Dr. Jetske Ultee | 0 Comments
Filed under: Acne, General skincare | Tags: corticosteroids, exfoliate, keratin, milia, milk spots, primary milia, sebaceous glands, secondary milia, spots
Filed under: Acne, General skincare | Tags: corticosteroids, exfoliate, keratin, milia, milk spots, primary milia, sebaceous glands, secondary milia, spots
What are milk spots? The official name for them is milia. On the contrary to what many people think, milk spots (milia) have nothing to do with spots or acne. They are commonly confused with blackheads (comedones); through which the pores of the skin are blocked by sebum and dead skin. In milia the pores [...]
Chocolate gives you spots; myth or not…?
Saturday 2 April 2011by Dr. Jetske Ultee | 0 Comments
Filed under: Acne | Tags: blood vessels, chocolate, energy levels, spots
Filed under: Acne | Tags: blood vessels, chocolate, energy levels, spots
It is not long before Easter is here! I’ve just got through the stockpile of Christmas chocolate letters, and my whole house is full, once more, with Easter eggs, bunnies, hares and chicks. I don’t know where they all come from….You won’t hear me complaining, though, you can wake me up in the middle of [...]
What smoking does to your skin; acne
Friday 3 December 2010by Dr. Jetske Ultee | 0 Comments
Filed under: Acne, Smoking | Tags: Acné, blackheads, bumps, smoking
Filed under: Acne, Smoking | Tags: Acné, blackheads, bumps, smoking
Acne is usually associated with puberty. Yet you only have to read the reactions in my blog to see that acne often still occurs after adolescence. Really frustrating, you think you’re over it at last…… The number of cigarettes a day vs. acne I read an interesting article this week, just published in this [...]
Spots. Should I go to the Doctor or not?
At least 75% of teenagers have to deal with spots. From research we know that out of all youngsters only 7% seek professional help and 75% wait for around a year before acting. And that’s a pity, as acne often has a major impact. And the quicker you do something about it, the smaller the [...]
An exfoliant as part of the step-by-step plan
Friday 19 February 2010by Dr. Jetske Ultee | 0 Comments
Filed under: Acne, Personal step by step plan, Pigmentation
Filed under: Acne, Personal step by step plan, Pigmentation
I have explained earlier in my blog about the function and effects of an exfoliant. There are a number of cosmetic ingredients that exfoliate the skin. Well known ingredients are glycolic acid, lactic acid and salicylic acid. There is no wonder cream available, but an exfoliant does come close. It is very important that you know [...]
Dry oily skin?
Washing too often can perhaps cause as much of a problem for acne skin than washing not enough. Drying the skin out and irritation aggravates acne. Try and use less cleanser (or use it less frequently) and look for mild products. You’ll be surprised at the results! Have a good weekend! (Dr. Jetske Ultee – [...]
Is there a link between diet and acne?
More studies are emerging showing a link between food and acne (you can find scientific sources here and here). There is now proof that acne can be aggravated through eating and drinking milk products. This seems to be due to the hormone type substances contained in the products. Food substances with a high sugar content [...]