The lowdown on taking care of acne-prone skin… unmasked!
When it comes to skin issues, few are as barefaced as acne. For starters, it can strike at any age, no matter how healthy your lifestyle. And contrary to popular belief, it has nothing to do with skin being dirty or unwashed. Even though, at some point, most people reading this will experience acne to varying degrees of severity, it’s still something of a dirty word in the beauty biz.
But the coverup ends here! In other words: less time fretting about a skin problem most of us know all too well – and more focus on how to best take care of the skin you’re in, zits and all! A blemish or two, or few – or many – might make us feel less than stellar. But chances are it’s you – yes, you! – who’s your harshest critic. Ultimately, your skin is amazing. Whatever it’s up to right now, look after it – always.
This post is all about how the right masking ritual can care for acne-prone skin. It’s not a cure – it’s a step that those experiencing acne can take to give their complexion the boost it needs. But before all of that, a 101 on common acne…
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What is Acne?
Essentially, acne vulgaris (the medical term for common acne), is what happens when hair follicles get blocked. Beneath the skin’s surface, around the root of each hair, are oil-producing sebaceous glands. These glands can overproduce oil, effectively ‘sealing’ the follicle at or beneath its pore, causing a buildup of bacteria and inflammation. The resulting breakouts can vary in severity from blackheads or whiteheads, through to hard, large, painful lumps, known as cystic acne.
Whichever type you’re experiencing, talk to your doctor or dermatologist, who may prescribe a course of antibiotics to help clear things up. Regardless, a tailored masking routine can complement any medical interventions, optimize your skin – and leave you feeling fantastic! Here’s how UFO can help.
Masking: The Final Frontier
UFO smart mask combines advanced dermal technologies with special Korean mask formulae for a spa-worthy facial in only 90 seconds. It uses something called Hyper-Infusion Technology to boost UFO-Activated Masks’ active ingredients for deeper penetration into the skin, making it much more effective than other masking products.
For acne sufferers, UFO’s warming thermotherapy and cooling cryotherapy are especially interesting. Why? Because applying heat to the skin helps unclog pores, making that oily build-up of sebum all the easier to remove. A blast of cold, meanwhile, has a soothing effect on angry, inflamed skin. But that’s not all…
See the (Blue) Light!
UFO changes the game when it comes to at-home skincare. With infrared lights, set at the optimal wavelength for particular skin conditions, its full-spectrum LED phototherapy puts pro-level treatments quite literally in the palm of users’ hands. In particular, blue LED kills acne-causing bacteria at its source, all the while stimulating blood circulation. Better yet, it’s completely non-invasive, and effective in just 90 seconds.
Acne? There’s a Mask for That
In addition to two inbuilt programs, the UFO device connects with the FOREO For You app to unlock all the goodness of a range of UFO-Activated Masks. Of the seven-strong collection, Matte Maniac is a godsend for those of us with oily skin, and in particular, acne. The treatment cycles through blue LED plus warming thermotherapy, followed by FOREO’s signature T-Sonic™ pulsations, finishing with a cooling blast to help soothe skin.
The Answer to Acne?
There are so many misconceptions surrounding this all-too common condition. But let’s be clear: acne is caused by bacteria, not the cleanliness – or lack thereof – of skin. That said, tailored treatments aimed at unclogging breakout-causing sebum, and zapping bacteria at its source will help alleviate symptoms. With UFO, it’ll also make you feel downright gorgeous – and take the very best care of the skin you’re in!
I am really interest in the UFO device, but i want to know if i can turn on the LED lights as i want or i need the mask
Hi Giovana, please note that UFO can not be used without the UFO Masks.
In which order should I use my Foreo devices (Luna3, UFO, Espada)?
Hi Miha, great question! Please note that there is no order in which you are required to use your devices. You are able to make your own routine and enjoy it! :)
Hi,
I just wanted know how many times i should use UFO 2 to help my acne, also as I’m using UFO 2 can I combine the blue light with other light for better result. The last question that am I able to use other sheet masks with UFO devices?
Hi Nakhat, Glad to hear that you have a great device to help you on your skin journey. The good news is that you can use the UFO 2 daily and even twice a day with the Make my Day and Call it a Night Masks. You can set the UFO 2 on manual mode to use the blue light only if you wish. However we would not recommend using the UFO 2 with other sheet masks as they can rip and tear. Also the UFO 2 may cause discomfort when heating whilst using other sheet masks that are not designed for the UFO 2. I hope this helps :)
is the matte mask the only mask that uses the cryo option?
We have a wide selection of masks that use Cryo treatment. Please check them out on foreo.com where you can scroll down the page of each mask and it will have its set routine all laid out for you :)
D E R M A L M D anti acne serum smells amazing, it is amazing for my oily acne ridden skin. I apply it daily before sleeping, one or two drops are enough & it has made my skin smooth & less oily plus the added coolness! worth
My daughter has red acne scars and the occasional spot, which is the best mask for her to use with the UFO 2? Her skin is more on the drier side – not oily
There are multiples that could help. I’m suffering from hormonal acne in my 30s, and it’s been tough finding what works. I like to rotate the masks, but for when my breakouts are bad, but my skin still needs moisture the Manuka Honey is the way to go. Manuka Honey is naturally antimicrobial and helps soothe irritation while moisturizing. The Make My Day mask is great bc it has Hyaluronic acid and that helps lock moisture in your skin, as well as Red Algae that also helps skin stay moisturized. It has not caused my breakouts to get worse, it helps to heal the marks and dark spots they leave behind. The Coconut Oil has also served me well, it helps with redness and is also naturally antimicrobial.
Dear Catherine, thank you for the useful comment! Should you need any recommendations, our agents will be happy to help you!
Hi! How can I change the red light to blue light on my UFO 1st gen when I turn the device on? And can I have the blue light when I am using morning mask routine? Thank you in advance
Hello Marita, thank you for reaching out!
To answer your first question: You can change the red LED to blue LED light – just go to our FOREO app, and then under Smart control there is a full spectrum LED wheel where you can choose the color of your LED therapy.
To answer your second question: There are two options when using our UFO™ first generation device. The first is to use one of our treatments in the app, and since the treatments are pre-programmed, you can not switch to blue LED during your morning mask routine. The good news, however, is that since all of our devices are perfectly customizable, you can make your own routine in the app, and in your own routine you can choose the blue LED light, again under Smart control.
We hope this helped, and let us know if you have any more questions!