Have you ever experienced those red marks after a pimple that seem to last for month & months & months? I sure have!
Do you know this actually has a name? It is called Post-Inflammatory Erythema (PIE)
These really stubborn red marks are a result of damaged capillaries near the skin’s surface due to the inflammation.
If it’s something a lot more common in those of us with lighter skin tones.
So let’s delve into how can you actually get rid of these marks? Or even better yet, how can you prevent them from even occurring in the first place??
Vitamin-wise, these are the best ingredients to incorporate into your supplement regime.
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
It is highly effective in reducing redness and inflammation. It helps improve the skin barrier and calms the skin.
Vitamin C
It helps reduce inflammation and promotes skin healing. It’s also crucial for collagen production, which aids in repairing the skin and minimizing post-inflammatory discoloration.
Zinc
It plays a role in wound healing and reducing inflammation. Its ability to regulate oil production and calm irritated skin makes it super helpful in reducing the appearance of PIE.
Licorice Root Extract
Known for its anti-inflammatory and skin-brightening properties, licorice root helps fade post-inflammatory redness and discoloration while also soothing irritated skin.
White Willow Bark Extract
This natural source of salicylic acid helps with exfoliation and reducing inflammation. Because it speeds up our cell turnover, it helps in clearing out redness associated with PIE.
Pomegranate Extract
This fruit extract is rich in antioxidants, which help protect the skin from free radical damage while also soothing inflammation. It assists in calming redness and irritation, making it a key ingredient for PIE recovery.
Now topically there are also some fab ingredients to look for…
Aloe Vera
It's widely loved for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps calm red, irritated and inflamed skin.
Centella
Gotu Kola is excellent for promoting skin healing and reducing inflammation. It stimulates collagen production and aids in skin recovery, which is crucial for treating PIE and calming redness.
Licorice Root Extract
This wonder ingredient is not only phenomenal when used as a supplement, topically it is incredible too! It helps reduce redness and pigmentation by inhibiting the enzyme that triggers melanin production.
Hyaluronic Acid
This powerful humectant hydrates the skin deeply, supporting the skin barrier and reducing inflammation. Interestingly, hydrated skin is less likely to show the redness and irritation associated with PIE.
Vitamin C
Another of our compounds that shine both inside & out! Not only does it help repair the skin, reduce inflammation, and promote collagen production, but it also brightens the skin, helping to reduce the appearance of redness.
Turmeric Root Extract
This is a potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant that helps calm irritated skin, reduce redness and promote healing.
So if we can incorporate the right ingredients in both our topical & supplement regime, we can really help soothe the skin, reduce redness, and promote faster recovery from PIE. The Acne Cleanse capsules & the Clear Glow Kit are your perfect solution to harness all of these ingredients & banish PIE!
Bye-bye red marks, hello concealer-free, glass-like clear skin!
Talk soon,
K xx
