Acne Treatment

Acne Treatment

Acne is a skin condition that occurs when the oil-secreting glands in the skin are clogged and become inflamed or infected. Acne is only a skin problem and does not affect your general health.

Mostly seen in the age groups 12-18. Hormone changes, stress, wrong cosmetics or over use of cosmetics can all cause acne.

These glands occur mainly on the face, back and chest, so these areas are the main sites for acne. Acne is associated with increased grease production, therefore people with acne often notice and complain of the greasiness of their skin.

Keeping your face clean has advantages. To protect your skin from getting acne, you shouldn't wash your face with a lot of soap which will damage your skin. If you use make-up, you should do a light layer and use lotions that aren't as oily.

Acne Treatment

• First, take the following self-care steps to lessen the effects of acne:

• Clean your skin gently with a mild, non-drying soap (like Dove, Neutrogena, or Basics), removing all dirt or make-up. Wash once or twice a day, including after exercising. However, avoid excessively or repeatedly washing the skin.

• Shampoo your hair daily, especially if your hair is oily. Comb or pull your hair back to keep the hair out of your face. Avoid tight headbands.

• Try not to squeeze, scratch, pick, or rub the pimples. Although it might be tempting to do this, it can lead to scarring and skin infections.

• Avoid touching your face with your hands or fingers.

• Identify and avoid anything that aggravates acne. Your triggers may include foods, lotions, or make-up.

• Avoid greasy cosmetics or creams. Look for water-based or "non-comedogenic" formulas. Take make-up off at night.

The things that we shouldn't forget are the facts that acne is a skin problem that should be treated by a dermotologist and if the pimples that aren't treated are scratched(itched), played with, or popped, it might leave a scar or a mark on the skin.