Impurities

Impure skin tends to present dilated pores, excessive shine, blackheads, and localized imperfections, especially in the T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin). The complexion may appear uneven, thickened, and less luminous, with a greater tendency for pimples and skin congestions to appear.

Impure skin is a condition that can also affect combination or temporarily unbalanced skins and manifests with clogged pores, imperfections, and localized shine. Oily skin, however, is a skin type characterized by an excessive production of sebum. Oily skin is not necessarily impure, just as apparently dry skin can present impurities due to an imbalance of the skin barrier.

Impurities can be caused by various factors: excess sebum, accumulation of dead cells, alteration of the skin microbiome, hormonal changes, stress, pollution, and the use of products not suited to one's skin type. Even overly aggressive cleansing can worsen the situation, stimulating greater sebum production as a compensatory response.

To counter impurities, it is important to follow a balanced skincare routine that purifies the skin without being aggressive. The ideal routine can start with deep, purifying but gentle cleansing using CarbonClean, continue with an exfoliating lotion like AlphaTonic, and integrate a targeted face cream with a few drops of our purifying booster B-Dose II.

As specific anti-impurity face creams, Matt[mi] and OilFree help to rebalance sebum production, minimize imperfections, and unify the complexion.

The choice depends on the skin's specific needs. Matt[mi] is ideal for those who want to counter shine and imperfections, while also supporting microbiome balance thanks to Prebiotics, Probiotics, and Postbiotics. OilFree is indicated for those seeking a more intense sebum-normalizing and dermo-purifying action with a light texture that mattifies the skin without weighing it down.

Yes: even oily or impure skin needs daily hydration. When the skin is dehydrated, it can react by further increasing sebum production, accentuating shine and imperfections. For this reason, it is important to choose light, non-occlusive, and rebalancing formulas.

The most suitable actives for impure skin are those capable of rebalancing sebum production, favoring cellular renewal, and supporting the skin barrier: exfoliating acids of vegetable origin, niacinamide, purifying clays, and vegetable charcoal.

Rhea formulations dedicated to impure skin combine purifying and vegan-friendly ingredients to help the skin find balance, uniformity, and luminosity.

Dilated pores cannot be permanently eliminated, but their appearance can be visibly reduced through targeted skincare. Proper cleansing, regular exfoliation with CandyScrub, and the use of specific treatments like PoreReducer help to minimize pore appearance, even out skin texture, and reduce shine.

Yes: integrating a purifying mask 1 or 2 times a week helps to remove impurities, favor skin renewal, and improve complexion luminosity. CaipirOxy, Rhea's lumi-oxygenating face treatment, performs a gentle exfoliating, purifying, and renewing action, contributing to freeing pores and making the skin more uniform and luminous.

With a consistent purifying routine, the skin can appear more uniform and less shiny after the first few weeks. To obtain a more durable improvement of impurities and support skin microbiome rebalancing, it is advisable to follow the recommended Rhea treatment regularly for at least 4-6 weeks.

To prevent blackheads and imperfections, it is important to cleanse the face morning and evening, avoid overly aggressive products, and use treatments that help maintain the correct balance between sebum, hydration, and microbiome. Protecting the skin from pollution, always thoroughly removing makeup, and adapting skincare to seasonal changes also contributes to keeping the complexion healthier and more uniform. At the first signs of imperfections, such as pimples, papules, or pustules, it is advisable to intervene promptly with a localized treatment like AcneWarrior, to be applied even preventively on the affected areas to help counter their evolution and favor more uniform-looking skin.