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ACNE - Basic Understanding
Acne is the bane of existence for nearly 17 million people who
suffer from some form of acne.
Acne is not only embarrassing but also causes psychosocial
effects such as: anxiety, depression, inferiority, insecurity,
frustration and self-consciousness.
Acne can be in the form of blackheads, whiteheads, pimples or
cysts. Can be on the face, neck, shoulders, upper back or chest.
The different definitions of acne are:
Acne blemish: A flaw in the skin
Acne pimple: A small, prominent, inflamed elevation of the skin
Blackhead: A condition of the skin characterized by a black tip.
Whitehead: A condition of the skin characterized by a small,
firm, whitish elevation of the skin
Cysts: When the clogged pore is swollen, infected and forms a
bump its called a cyst
Those most susceptible are teenagers and adolescents but it also
affects many adults. Although the exact cause of acne is still
unknown there are certain triggers that might possibly
contribute to it such as bacteria, blocked pores, hormonal
changes, excess oil and also genetics may play a large part in
it.
One thing you can be sure ofcontrary to popular belief, poor
hygiene and food such as chocolate does not cause acne.
Severe cases of acne may cause pitted skin and scarring. If you
have deep acne scars you may want to go for dermabrasion or
dermaplaning to give your skin a smoother appearance. These can
be used on small areas of the face.
There are a wide variety of products available for acne
Acne Products
Few skin conditions are as bothersome and disturbing as acne. It
is a skin condition that usually begins around the time of
puberty. .....
treatment anywhere from the mildest lotions to the severestFew skin conditions are as bothersome and disturbing as acne. It
is a skin condition that usually begins around the time of
puberty. .....
prescriptive forms of treatment. A study comparing popular acne
remedies recently discovered relatively inexpensive lotions are
as effective as powerful prescription antibiotics.
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years have given any lasting effect. Some treatments have
actually been very unhealthy and dangerous for the user.
One treatment - Accutane, may cause severe birth defects and
also cause depression which has led the FDA to strengthen its
restrictions on its use. These new restrictions require
manufacturers of Accutane and its generic versions to keep track
of the doctors who prescribe the drug, and also the pharmacies
that sell the drug and the patients who use it.
Because it is a high-risk drug, Accutane should be reserved for
cases of "severe recalcitrant nodular acne," according to the
product's labeling. This type of acne is resistant to standard
acne treatment, including oral antibiotics, and is characterized
by many nodules or cysts--inflammatory lesions filled with pus
and lodged deep within the skin. These lesions can cause pain,
permanent scarring, and negative psychological effects.
More common side effects of Accutane include lip inflammation
and drying of the skin and mucous membranes, skin peeling on
eyelids and dry nasal passages.
FDA's experts say it's a balancing act. The value of Accutane is
clear, but when it comes to even one report of death--whether
it's suicide, miscarriage, or some other cause--FDA must make
choices that will best protect the public's health.
One alternative to lotions, medications and peels for acne is
called a blue light laser which looks like a sun lamp and
pointed toward the acne-infested area for a little over 15
minutes. Its warm but not uncomfortable and the eyes are
protected from the light. The treatment is used twice a week for
four weeks and costs slightly over $100. The light goes through
the skin to kill bacteria.
Some pointers on skin care:
Cleansing the skin once in the morning and once before bedtime
is really all you need to remove the dirt and dead skin cells
that may clog the pores. Washing too often will dry the skin and
cause irritation.
Squeezing the pimples does more harm than good causing more
inflammation, redness and also leads to scarring.
When buying products such as cleansers, moisturizers, make-up,
etc., make a habit of reading the labels and look for oil free
or non-comedogenic on those you buy.
As youve probably experienced beforethe sun is very good at
drying up acne for a short time but it doesnt last and will
definitely lead to wrinkles. Make sure you have at least a 30
SPF sunscreen when in the sun
Although food does not cause acne, its still a good idea to
maintain a proper diet to give your skin all the nutrients that
it needs to help maintain its healthy glow.
Fresh vegetables and fruits are a must along with complex
carbohydrates such as whole grains and rice. And the old standby
of drinking at least 8 glasses of water a day will keep the skin
hydrated. A good way to get all the fruits and vegetables you
need is to buy a really good juicer and drink several glasses a
day.
A good probiotic multivitamin and antioxidants such as Green Tea
will go a long way to keeping your skin healthy looking.
In order to completely eliminate acne there is still
considerable knowledge yet unknown about the skin and what goes
on underneath.
But one thing you can be sure ofmany phases of research on the
skin and its problems are going on all the time and will
eventually lead to a more effective treatment and possibly a
complete cure.
About the author:
Polly Childs is the author of "ACNE - Basic Understanding."
Visit her site to find out more about facial skin care. Our
mission is to assist you in solving all your facial skin care
problems from Acne to Wrinkles.
http://www.complete-facial-skin-care.com