BEST TREATMENT FOR ACNE

Acne (acne vulgaris), a disease of the hair follicles. It affects both males and females at puberty or adolescent age. It normally appears on the chest, face, and back. Acne cannot be triggered by a bacteria, but bacteria can play a role in its formation. Acne can be treated with some drugs or cosmetics available in pharmaceutical stores or cosmetic counters that do not require prescription.

When acne becomes tougher, a physician should be consulted. Acne has proven to be cause of psychological changes in some individuals, thereby leading to social withdrawal and at times depression. If acne is not treated, it can result in disfiguring scars and is difficult to treat. Some societies believe that acne occurs as a result of dirtiness or lack of bathing. Acne does not occur as a result of dirt on the skin or in the pores. Scrubbing can trigger acne or make existing one worse.

Acne shows on the skin as congested pores (often called blackheads or whiteheads), red bumps that are tender (pimples), pustules, cysts (deep pimples, boils). Acne may be mistaken for some skin conditions like: pseudofolliculitis, folliculitis, and rosacea.

Causes.

Causes of acne is known to be idiopathic. Acne occurs when oil glands that attaches to hair follicle are stimulated during puberty by high levels of male hormones. Sebum oil when associated with increased oil production can cause change in the way the cells of the skin mature thereby resulting in clogged hair follicles. These clogged hair follicles increases, thereby causing a bump. As the hair follicles increases in size, the wall may break and allows irritating substances and skin bacteria to get assess into the deeper layers of the skin, causing inflammation. This inflammation may be superficial (pustule) or skin deep (pimple or cyst).

How to get rid of acne

Factors that does not determine acne include:

Heredity. Acne cannot be hereditary with exception of severe ones.

Food. Most times parents do tell their children to avoid greasy and fried foods or junk foods. These foods may be bad when consumed, but they do not play a role in causing acne or making it to be worse

Dirt and sweat do not cause acne.

Stress also do not cause acne

Occasionally the following factors contributes in causing acne.

Pressure. Such as pressure from helmet, chin straps, and suspenders.

Drugs. Certain drugs can cause or worsen acne. Such drugs include steroids and anticonvulsant medications.

Occupations. When some people expose themselves to some industrial products like cutting oils.

Cosmetics. Always read the ingredients of cosmetic products before buying. Water based cosmetics are safer to use.

Treatment

The best time to treat acne is when it borders you a lot

Lifestyle. Don’t burst or squeeze your pimples. This habit can make bumps to be redder and larger.

Mild cleansers. Wash twice or once every day with mild antiseptic soaps. These will keep your skin clean and minimize skin irritation and sensitivity.

Retinol. This contains derivative vitamin A that fights off acne and also promotes skin peeling.

Antibacterial cleansers. They can be in form of lotions, creams or gels. They are applied on the affected areas. They contain ingredients like: benzoyl peroxide, sulfur and resorcinol which kills surface bacteria on the skin. A known brand that is normally advertised on televisions is (Pro Activ).

Reduce the oil. Use toner or astringent to wipe away oil. Many brands are available in pharmacies and cosmetic shops. Certain products containing glycolic acid or alpha hydroxyl acids cleanses excess oil. Antibacterial pads contain benzoyl peroxide that helps in wiping oil off.