| In a recent poll, breakouts topped the list of beauty calamities, annoying respondents more than lines and wrinkles, or even a haircut gone badly.
Acne, although preponderantly affecting teens, may happen at any age. Acne can occur on the face, neck and back.
How it can be cured? First, try over-the-counter products, including those containing salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide.
Benzoyl peroxide is the most frequently used acne solution and is known as one of the most powerful ones in the market. If you are suffering from mild forms of acne that is non-inflammatory, benzoyl peroxide is known as exceedingly efficient.
However, there are several minor side effects. It can lead to dryness in the skin. If you experience too much dryness, stop applying the treatment for a while and then, using a lower concentration of benzoyl peroxide, try out once again.
Salicylic acid works effectively on non-inflammatory forms of acne and it begins by removing the dead skin, thus keeping the pores of the skin pour and preventing plugging. When nothing blocks the pores, your chances of getting pimples and blackheads decrease drastically. But skin irritation is possible. Users have complained of dry skin, stinging or burning sensation, and flaking and peeling of the skin.
If there are no visible results in several weeks, talk to your family doctor about prescription products, including antibiotics, retinoids (Avita, Retin-A) and adapalene (Differin).
There are a few antibiotics that are advised by doctors as acne treatments for patients with moderate or severe cases of ance. Antibiotics stop bacteria from multiplying and spreading in the body. Even though results become visible faster, antibiotics are commonly not favored by patients, since they lead to side effects, such as indigestion, discoloration of the skin, lightheadedness and sensitivity to light.
If you are suffering from severe forms of cystic acne, your family physician may recommend isotretinoin (Accutane) or may refer you to a specialist. Since serious side effects are possible, males and females administering Accutane should be cautiously observed by their doctors. If other acne treatments appear ineffective, laser or light therapy may be used. |
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