Infected skin pores result from a mixture of dirt, oils, dead cells, proteins and white blood cells that accumulate as the body’s immune response battles invading bacteria. The buildup is also complicated and expanded by external biological and environmental factors.

To successfully target pimples and blemishes a reduction in the toxic environment is necessary. Dissipating and drying out the excess oil, helps restore pore equilibrium and allows the skin to recover more adequately.

Aesthetic Science’s Blemish Spot Treatment uses 4 active ingredients to reduce excess pore oil, unclog blocked pores and tighten and constrict the pores to reduce swelling and irritation.

Salicylic Acid is a Beta Hydroxy Acid with an oil soluble property. Salicylic Acid can dilute and reduce the amount of oils that build up in pores, reducing the swelling and irritation caused from excessive oil clogging. Used in conjunction with Glycolic Acid, this wonderful deep treating exfoliator penetrates skin pores to remove excess buildup.

Glycolic acid occurs naturally as a trace component in sugarcane, grapes and other fruits. As the first in the alpha-hydroxy acids, it is one of the smallest molecules with acid functionality, which easily penetrates the skin.

This useful organic acid reacts with the upper layer of the epidermis by weakening the binding properties of the lipids that hold dead skin cells together, dislodging them to reveal fresh new cells beneath.

Menthol is an organic compound derived from mint oils. Menthol provides excellent soothing and counter-irritant properties to help sooth swelling and discomfort caused by pimples and infected skin pores.

Witch Hazel is one of nature’s best astringent ingredients. Traditionally used by Native Americans for its skin healing and soothing properties, it helps constrict the skin pores and reduce pore dilation, this keep the pores smaller and harder to fill with dirt and other pollutants. It also exhibits natural anti-oxidant properties, which help protect the skin from harmful free radicals and environmental damage.

Commonly packaged In a clear PET vial, with a lip-gloss type applicator, it is compact enough to carry in a makeup bag and can be applied to problem spots at any time. The clear quick drying nature of the product also ensures that it leaves no visible residue.