Monday, October 13, 2008

How To Treat Acne

Many teenagers suffer from acne. While some may not get adult acne, not all are so lucky. Some adults continue to suffer from acne and it can affect their self-esteem. It is quite upsetting to live with this. For ladies who put make-up to cover up their acne, it may actually make the situation worse. Problems due to stress and hormones may result in adult acne. Sometimes, medications to resolve these problems may make the situation worse.

Why do people get acne?
It is when the skin pore or the hair follicle is blocked. This blockage is the result of skin cells that are exfoliated, but some parts of it still remains on the skin. The skin cells obstruct the pores and it traps the sebum. Hence, bacteria will build up and the skin gets inflammed.

How can we solve the problem?
Some people try all sorts of funny methods. Some put toothpaste. Scars occur when people scratch and pick the pimples. There are many unorthodox treatments that may cause greater problems.

A lot of products found in the market help to reduce acne in adolescents and adults.Retinoids that come from Vitamin A is the most common treatment. Many products that are found over the counter can be used as well. Retin-A is the most popular ingredient found in acne prescription medication.

How do the medications work?
Exfoliated cells that are trapped will be removed. Exfoliating your skin on a more frequent basis will prevent sebum from building up and bacteria from remaining there. You can get cleansing products that help you to unclog the blocked pores as it reaches the sebaceous matter. You need to find a suitable cleansing product for your type of skin. Using cleansers on a regular basis will see benefits in the long run as your skin slowly becomes blemish-free.

 

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