Acne Cure
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Adult Acne: A Bumpy Ride Towards Aging
   
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In the United States alone, there are over 40 Million people who struggle with acne. Many of these people treat acne using chemicals such as antibiotics, prescription .....
In the United States alone, there are over 40 Million people who struggle with acne. Many of these people treat acne using chemicals such as antibiotics, prescription .....
Picture this; the snow-white clear skin that you have been proud
of since your teen years has suddenly poofed into a wicked
witch's warty face upon reaching the age of 30! "Acne, at my
age?" This is often the distressed statement of pockmarked men
and women in their 30's to 40's afflicted with adult acne.
This problem is surely not the work of a vengeful sorcerer. Acne
vulgaris is what this most common skin disorder in the United
States is scientifically called. Statistics has it that 15
million people in US alone are afflicted with acne. It is an
embarrassing problem among teenagers. But this condition is not
only limited to those awkward years. Adult acne is also
prevalent, especially among people in the age group of 25 to 40.
Acne is a disease that resulted from the accumulation of sebum,
a highbrow term for oil, underneath the skin. When this happens
and the desquamation (human's way of molting) process goes
wrong, the pores become clogged. Aggravation will continue and
soon infection sets in. A bad bug called Propionibacterium acnes
causes this infection. Overproduction of oil and mismanagement
of the process of shedding cells equals bunged pores. Clogged
pores plus P. acnes, the scoundrel, equals breakout. Those pesky
zits are produced just as easy as that.
One of the pushing forces that may cause the occurrence of acne
includes the elevation of levels of testosterone among
adolescents. No, it's not Toblerone misspelled. No matter how
many anecdotes you've heard about chocolate addiction causing
zits to dominate your face, there's really no enough scientific
basis to prove this. Testosterone is a chemical produced by the
body that increase sebum production and change the keratin of
the hair follicles. Testosterone is an androgen. Androgen is a
hormone produced in high levels among males. This is the reason
behind the worse cases of acne among teenage boys more than
girls.
Adult acne is called acne rosacea. It is characterized by the
following: unsightly thick, red skin on the nose and cheeks,
pus-filled blisters, small red bumps, and small red blood
vessels seen on the skin surface. It is more commonly linked to
increased levels of stress. Isn't it interesting how the body
reacts to this stimulus? NOT. When exhausted, like Gizmo getting
wet, our skin could actually give birth to little monsters!
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Cellulite a word most women are very familiar with. Cellulite is the formation of tiny dimples on the skin, usually appearing on the thighs and your .....
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just as annoying as well. Seriously, pimples can be difficult to
deal with, and can cause depression and anxiety in an adult the
same way it can in a teen. Pressure from work and family
responsibilities is thought to possibly affect the normal
balance of our hormones. And hormones messed up means having to
put up with bumpy complexion caused by adult acne.
Aside from stress-triggered hormonal imbalance, hot foods
alcohol consumption, and smoking are also considered to
exacerbate adult acne. This may help you reconsider your food
preferences and habits.
Acne lesions are commonly found on the face, but they can also
pop out anytime on the neck, chest, back, shoulders, scalp, and
upper arms and legs. Adult acne is more persistent than teen
acne. It is because adults are consistently exposed to the many
factors that cause breakouts. Another hitch of adult acne is
permanent scarring. It is an evidence of the inevitable reality
that with the coming of age, the skin loses its erstwhile
ability to repair itself. As if there's a need to be reminded of
that when your face starts to wrinkle already. Now here's more
to shriek in terror for, especially those in their mid-20's:
adult acne causes PREMATURE AGING. Isn't that just
nerve-wracking?
Enough of the endless yada's regarding how adult acne could
further destroy us. As how master Yoda puts is, educated we must
be with the crusade towards clearer AND younger skin. Or at
least skin that is just our age we must maintain.
At the first sight of those wicked pimples together with gray
hair and wrinkles (talk about aging signs overkill), just like
with teenagers, impulse dictates squeezing. But you very well
know that squeezing is a big no-no. How old are you? You surely
don't need any more marks of time's passage.
In severe cases, consulting a dermatologist would best help in
dealing with adult acne. The dermatologist may prescribe an
antibiotic, vitamin A derivative like Isotretinoin or other acne
drug available. More women may be afflicted with adult acne than
men. Pregnancy is another story if you are prescribed
anti-acnes, especially Isotretinoin.
Proper skin care may not guarantee a flawless complexion. But a
good skin care regimen may aid in warding off bacteria that
worsen adult acne. If you love scrubbing for its squeaky-clean
feel, think twice. It can render more damage to your
already-blemished skin.
Another hint especially for women: use NON-COMEDOGENIC products.
Non-comedogenic basically means anything that does not clog skin
pores or cause acne. Do your homework and look for as many
non-comedogenic versions of the skin care products you use. It's
worth it, you'll see.
If stress is linked with adult acne, then, disengaging yourself
from stressful activities might work wonders, right? A day away
from work or catching up on one of your hobbies won't hurt.
There's this bold Jean Kerr reacting on a classical quotation.
"I'm tired of all this nonsense about beauty being only
skin-deep. That's deep enough. What do you want, an adorable
pancreas?"
It doesn't mean the depreciation of a pleasing personality. Such
reaction only imparts a message of giving value to what boosts
your self-esteem. If it's a clear complexion along with your
aging gracefully, so be it. No adult acne should put a shame on
your face and get in your way of becoming more confident.
About the author:
Charlene J. Nuble 2005. For up to date links and information
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