Get enough rest and reduce your stress. Stress stimulates the adrenal gland and in the acne-prone individual, the adrenal gland promotes oil production which leads to clogged pores.
Stay away from foods, vitamin supplements and sports drinks/bars that contain iodides. Iodized salt, seafood, fish, seaweed, fast foods, dairy products and especially kelp tablets (as taken for thyroid support) are not good for acne. Contrary to popular opinion, chocolate and greasy foods (unless they contain salt, which most do) do not aggravate acne.
Stay away from “high androgen” foods. These are found in peanuts, peanut oil, peanut butter, corn oil, wheat germ, shellfish, organ meats (i.e. liver, sweetbreads and heart). These contain hormones that exacerbate acne.
Some swimming pool disinfectants contain iodides and chlorine, which can remain in the water, causing skin problems for frequent swimmers. Many swimmers find that the combination of hot and humid weather, the physical exercise of swimming and the chlorinated pools can cause major acne flare-ups.
Don’t pick. Instead of picking blemishes, rub ice on pustules and pimples for about five minutes, twice a day. Try to catch them when they are first forming and they most likely will go away. You can use Benzoyl Peroxide for this, but the surrounding tissue may get very dry.
Use fragrance-free detergents such as Cheer Free, All Free & Clear, Tide Free or Arm & Hammer Free.
Do not use fabric softeners and/or fabric softener sheets in the dryer, especially on pillowcases as they cause a waxy residue that can clog pores on acne-prone individuals. If you are worried about static cling, then use some anti-static cling balls that you can purchase from Beth Bath and Beyond for $5. 
Avoid low-estrogen birth control pills: Norplant, Provera, and Depo-Provera. Also progesterone hormone replacement Premarin can be problematic. If you have polycystic ovaries, they will cause hormonal changes and breakouts. See our article about birth control for more information. Also, the taking of birth control pills may delay the onset of acne and once off them, you may experience the acne you would’ve had before taking them.
Do not use cosmetics OR hair products that contain pore-clogging ingredients. See our article on Pore Clogging Ingredients complete list. Retin A has the pore-clogging ingredient, isopropyl myristate, as its first ingredient.
Limit sun exposure and use a sunscreen. Although sun exposure causes desirable scaling and drying, it also damages the follicle, exacerbates hyper pigmentation, causes skin cancer and premature aging and can cause “solar acne” later in life, as well as “Acne Majorca” also caused by sunlight. Warm climates with heat and humidity can exacerbate acne.
Wear a noncomedogenic sunscreen every day regardless of whether you go outside or not. This is very important especially if you are using product for your acne!
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Save $10 This Month!!** Embrace self-love this Valentine’s Day with Clean Slate Spa’s signature Brazilian Bikini Wax. Celebrate your beauty and save $10, because loving yourself is always in style! $43 Brazilian Bikini Waxes For Galentine’s Month! Let your gal pal experience the Clean Slate with the Waxpert! Come in for your services together and you both pay $43 each**! Cupid’s Glow Facial Indulge in the pure bliss of our Cupid’s Glow Facial, a transformative experience that pampers your skin and...
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Clean Slate Spa is moving on October 2nd, 2023 to a fantastic new location that’s just a hop, skip, and a jump away from the current spot. That’s right, your go-to spa is staying right in the Brookfield neighborhood! Here’s what you can expect at the new spot: 1. Same Great Treatments: Rest assured, all your favorite treatments will continue, and your experience will remain unchanged. 2. Unbeatable Location: The new address is close to my old location, hopefully making it convenient to sneak in some well-deserved self-care....
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OUR NEW TGIF FACIAL! The Thank God It’s Friday Facial indulges you in a luxurious facial that erases the signs of stress on your skin. Australian Super Dash Berries will brighten, improve exfoliation, and provide antioxidant support in the deeper layers of your skin. The Oxygen Rx treatment mask will breathe new life into your skin using controlled oxygen to clear your pores and soothe irritation. Firming peptides will improve microcirculation, tighten and hydrate your skin, leaving you rejuvenated and glowing! Frequency: Facial can be...
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Check out our NEWEST Facial! This treatment is perfect for anyone looking to tighten and brighten up their skin! Renew and revitalize the skin with potent anti-aging peptides, powerful antioxidants, lactic acid and dermaplaning. The powerful facial is going to infuse the skin with multiple forms of firming to brighten, tighten and exfoliate. The intelligent ingredients of the Firming Peptide paired with the Vitamin A will stimulate new cell growth, repair and rejuvenate all skin types leaving a firm luminous glow! 60 min-$95 GOOD FOR: Fine...
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Containing mandelic and lactic acids and arctic cranberry enzyme, this ultra-hydrating facial brightens and evens out skin tone, while providing amazing anti-aging benefits. Packed with antioxidants, shea butter and cloud berry, a potent antioxidant for healing, the winter mint hydrating mask will plump you up! Facial also includes “The Sculpt”. Essentially a workout for your face using Hungarian massage + facial cupping to lift, tone and sculpt the face, while reducing puffiness, boosting circulation and promoting lymphatic...
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I am so excited to welcome you back to Clean Slate Spa on Tuesday, May 26th!! Here are a few updates to keep you safe and healthy. I ask that you please be patient, be kind and be understanding to the new policies. Here’s what you need to know: Your health is my number one concern: We have made the spa squeaky clean and will continue to do so as we disinfect before, during and after each appointment. Clean Slate Spa is working hard behind the scenes implementing training on new health, safety and sanitation guidelines, as well as...
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❤️I just want to begin by thanking everyone for the love during these extraordinary times! Your online retail and gift card purchases, texts, emails and phone calls over the last 2 months have been overwhelming, and I am deeply grateful for your support! As most are aware, the Safer at Home mandate has been lifted and we are now allowed to open for business!! My top priority has always been to keep clients safe and healthy. Clean Slate Spa is now working behind the scenes implementing training on new health, safety, and...
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Similar to Ultherapy, HIFU is a non-invasive skin tightening treatment, which uses ultrasound to help build collagen, while improving elasticity of the skin! HIFU uses ultrasound energy to target the layers of skin just below the surface. Once the cells in the targeted area are stimulated, the cells produce more collagen — a protein that provides the structure and firmness to the skin. Some clients will see changes right after their treatment, but results are typically visible 2-3 months post treatment. You Will Benefit From HIFU If You Have...
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HOW THE OXYGENEO FACIAL WORKS: Clean Slate Spa is so excited to be the first spa in the Milwaukee area to have OxyGeneo technology as part of our superior equipment that gives your skin an instant glow! The OxyGeneo actually oxygenates from the inside out! The patented exfoliating process allows for the penetration of powerful serums which brighten and smooth the skin! This treatment allows your skin to respond by sending oxygen-rich blood to the treated area, thus increasing the blood flow and the metabolism of essential skin nutrients in...
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3-in-1 Super Facial that combines Exfoliation. Infusion. Oxygenation. HOW THE OXYGEN FACIAL WORKS: Clean Slate Spa is so excited to be the first spa in the Milwaukee area to have OxyGeneo technology as part of our superior equipment that gives your skin an instant improvement and glow. The OxyGeneo actually oxygenates the skin using a patented bicarbonate disk that generates oxygen flow from the inside out. The patented exfoliating process allows for the penetration of powerful serums which brighten and smooth the skin. ...
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