How To Wage A War With Acne
Acne is a skin condition that may affect various parts of the body. Acne is most prevalent in the areas that include the face, neck, chest and shoulders.
When the pores in the skin are closed with dead skin cells, body oils or other materials, they cannot excrete the oils that are meant to keep the skin moist and subtle. Sometimes a bacterial that lives on the skin can cause infection of these cells that can cause even further problems.
Hormonal changes in the body can cause production of more oils in the skin. Acne, due to these hormonal changes is found in teens, women as they progress through their menstrual cycle or while they are pregnant, or when they start or stop birth control pills.
If the affected area becomes infected can leave permanent acne scarring. Facial scaring may affect a person’s self confidence.
Many people may have recommendations of ways to treat acne. Some will work, while others will not. Over the counter products that contain benzyl peroxide are some of the most effective treatments available for teens. Daily use of an antibacterial facial cleanser may also help.
Adults should avoid using benzyl peroxide, and the preferred over the counter treatments for adults contain salicylic acid.
Persons experiencing acne should avoid touching, picking or squeezing the already irritated skin. This can cause the problem to become even worse.
If you are using the preferred over the counter medication for your age group, but your problem is not clearing up, you may need a prescription for a mild antibiotic. When taken as directed, the antibiotic lowers the possibility of infection and the scaring that is associated with it.
While it is not always possible to prevent outbreaks of acne, there are steps that can be taken that will lessen the chances of permanent scaring. While these steps may seem like a hassle in an already busy teen’s life, in the long run this preventative care will be worthwhile for the rest of your life.
