Relieve acne
Acne is one of the most common skin concerns, affecting both teenagers and adults. It causes discomfort and can impact self-confidence. This guide explains what triggers it, which active ingredients truly work, and how to build a routine that soothes without irritating.
Acne in a nutshell
Acne is a skin condition that manifests as pimples, blackheads, cysts, or redness. It occurs when pores become clogged due to excess sebum, dead skin cells, or bacteria. This buildup leads to inflammation, creating visible blemishes on the skin.
Acne can appear on the face, back, shoulders, and chest. Although often associated with adolescence due to hormonal changes, it affects people of all ages. The main causes include hormonal imbalances, stress, diet, certain cosmetic products, or genetic factors.
Essential active ingredients
Salicylic Acid (BHA)
Salicylic acid, a BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acid), is a powerful and essential ingredient for deeply purifying and exfoliating the skin. Naturally derived from willow bark, it has the unique ability to penetrate pores to cleanse them by removing excess sebum, impurities, and dead skin cells that clog them. This makes it an ideal ally for treating and preventing blemishes, while refining skin texture. Thanks to its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, salicylic acid is perfect for acne-prone skin, leaving a feeling of freshness and visibly clearer, more balanced skin from the very first applications.
Gluconolactone (PHA)
Gluconolactone, a polyhydroxy acid (PHA), is a gentle yet powerful ingredient, ideal for sensitive and acne-prone skin. Unlike AHAs and BHAs, it gently exfoliates the skin, removing dead skin cells without causing irritation. In addition to its exfoliating properties, gluconolactone acts as a humectant, drawing moisture into the skin for enhanced hydration. Thanks to its antioxidant properties, it also protects the skin from external aggressors, while helping to prevent imperfections. It is an excellent choice for reactive skin looking for gentle regeneration.
Azelaic Acid
Azelaic acid is a versatile ingredient offering numerous skin benefits, particularly in treating acne, rosacea, and pigmentation spots. Thanks to its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, it helps reduce blemishes while soothing redness and irritation. In addition to calming sensitive skin, azelaic acid promotes a more even complexion by reducing post-acne hyperpigmentation. Gentle and well-tolerated, it is suitable for daily use, with no major risk of irritation or sun sensitivity, making it an ideal ally for reactive skin seeking gentle regeneration.
Build the routine
The most common mistake is to attack the skin. We start by soothing the inflammation, then we deep cleanse without stripping the skin barrier. AHAs, BHAs, and PHAs regulate sebum and unclog pores; a purifying mask, once or twice a week, absorbs excess sebum and calms redness. And never forget hydration: dry skin produces more sebum.
Eminence Organic's Acne Advanced Treatment System works with encapsulated salicylic acid, which gently exfoliates and unclogs pores. According to a 28-day clinical study, this treatment significantly reduces breakouts and improves the appearance of scars while preventing future flare-ups.
The selection related to this guide
Four houses, four distinct roles in the routine.
Cleanse — encapsulated salicylic acid, where it works: in the pore.
Advanced Acne Cleansing FoamCHF 49.00
Rebalance — the lotion that preps skin without drying it out.
Multi-Active TonerCHF 17.00
Purify – once or twice a week, never more.
Active Pureness MaskCHF 53.00
Target — a localized gesture, on the blemish, without touching the rest of the face.
SOS Spot Roll-OnCHF 32.00