Archive for June, 2009
Acne Treatment
Lauren Millie asked:
Before considering your acne treatment, it is important to know a few quick facts about acne vulgaris and acne treatment
No direct link has been established between acne and diet (pizza, nuts, sweets, chocolate )
There is no link between acne and diet. In particular, no cause and effect has been established between acne and chocolate, dairy products (milk products), shellfish, sweets, or fatty foods (french fries, pizza, etc.). Healthy diet is good for your overall health but it will not be enough to get rid of acne.
Acne cannot be cured (There is NO acne cure); it can be effectively treated (see acne treatment) and controlled (but there is no permanent acne cure)
There is a widespread belief that acne is curable and that a course of antibiotics is all that is required to treat acne. People will often make statements such as my acne treatment did not work because when I stopped the tablets the acne came back again, and after my acne treatment the acne only improved but did not completely disappear. It must be made clear that continued acne treatment is required and that there is no cure for acne (although isotretinoin may cause long-term remission of the disease).
Acne is NOT a result of poor hygiene
Dirt and surface skin oils do not cause acne. However, accumulation of daily dirt on the skin and excessive skin oils should be removed by gently washing your face twice a day with a mild soap, pat dry and use an appropriate acne treatment.
Constant washing does not improve acne
Constant washing does not improve acne. Excessive scrubbing dries and irritates skin further and can actually make your acne worse.
Getting a tan does not clear acne
Although there has been little scientific evidence that sunlight has any reliable beneficial effect on acne, and even less evidence for the benefits of solariums; nevertheless, there has been a resurgence of interest in effects of sunlight on acne. Before recommending such acne treatment one should carefully evaluate any positive effect of using sunlight in acne treatment against the possible long-term carcinogenetic effects of ultraviolet light on the skin. In addition, some studies have shown that acne treatment using sunlight can even worsen acne.
Not only teenagers can have acne, adults get acne too (adult acne)
Even though, acne vulgaris is mainly a skin disease of teenagers; the prevalence of acne in teenage boys and girls is so high that acne is considered almost universal in this age group; nevertheless, adults suffer from acne, too.
Acne should be treated and controlled, do not just “let acne run its course”
Even though, in most cases acne will “run its course”; nevertheless, untreated acne can leave you forever with unaesthetic acne scars, reminding you about your teenage acne skin problems for the rest of your life. There are multiple acne treatments available; therefore, acne should be treated and controlled, avoiding any potential unaesthetic acne scars in the future.
Stress does not cause acne, but it can exacerbate the existing condition
A study of 215 graduating medical students showed that 67% believed that stress plays a role in acne exacerbations. Anxiety was considered an acne-exacerbating factor by 74% of students and their relatives. There is also evidence that stress may exacerbate acne during examinations. It has also been noted that treatment with biofeedback mechanisms is useful in some acne sufferers.
Exercise does not increase risk of acne
According to Stanford University School of Medicine (Stanford.edu) research and contrary to popular beliefs, exercise and sweating during exercise do not increase acne in athletes.
There are misconceptions regarding variably of too little or too much sexual activity and acne.
There are myths regarding too little or too much sexual activity and acne.
First *** and acne myth that too much *** or ************ may worsen acne.
Second *** and acne myth that somehow when females begin having a regular *** life their acne will be improved.
Although acne is linked to androgen metabolism at the level of the sebaceous glands; nevertheless, there is no evidence supporting neither of these rather strange extrapolations.
Before considering your acne treatment, it is important to know a few quick facts about acne vulgaris and acne treatment
No direct link has been established between acne and diet (pizza, nuts, sweets, chocolate )
There is no link between acne and diet. In particular, no cause and effect has been established between acne and chocolate, dairy products (milk products), shellfish, sweets, or fatty foods (french fries, pizza, etc.). Healthy diet is good for your overall health but it will not be enough to get rid of acne.
Acne cannot be cured (There is NO acne cure); it can be effectively treated (see acne treatment) and controlled (but there is no permanent acne cure)
There is a widespread belief that acne is curable and that a course of antibiotics is all that is required to treat acne. People will often make statements such as my acne treatment did not work because when I stopped the tablets the acne came back again, and after my acne treatment the acne only improved but did not completely disappear. It must be made clear that continued acne treatment is required and that there is no cure for acne (although isotretinoin may cause long-term remission of the disease).
Acne is NOT a result of poor hygiene
Dirt and surface skin oils do not cause acne. However, accumulation of daily dirt on the skin and excessive skin oils should be removed by gently washing your face twice a day with a mild soap, pat dry and use an appropriate acne treatment.
Constant washing does not improve acne
Constant washing does not improve acne. Excessive scrubbing dries and irritates skin further and can actually make your acne worse.
Getting a tan does not clear acne
Although there has been little scientific evidence that sunlight has any reliable beneficial effect on acne, and even less evidence for the benefits of solariums; nevertheless, there has been a resurgence of interest in effects of sunlight on acne. Before recommending such acne treatment one should carefully evaluate any positive effect of using sunlight in acne treatment against the possible long-term carcinogenetic effects of ultraviolet light on the skin. In addition, some studies have shown that acne treatment using sunlight can even worsen acne.
Not only teenagers can have acne, adults get acne too (adult acne)
Even though, acne vulgaris is mainly a skin disease of teenagers; the prevalence of acne in teenage boys and girls is so high that acne is considered almost universal in this age group; nevertheless, adults suffer from acne, too.
Acne should be treated and controlled, do not just “let acne run its course”
Even though, in most cases acne will “run its course”; nevertheless, untreated acne can leave you forever with unaesthetic acne scars, reminding you about your teenage acne skin problems for the rest of your life. There are multiple acne treatments available; therefore, acne should be treated and controlled, avoiding any potential unaesthetic acne scars in the future.
Stress does not cause acne, but it can exacerbate the existing condition
A study of 215 graduating medical students showed that 67% believed that stress plays a role in acne exacerbations. Anxiety was considered an acne-exacerbating factor by 74% of students and their relatives. There is also evidence that stress may exacerbate acne during examinations. It has also been noted that treatment with biofeedback mechanisms is useful in some acne sufferers.
Exercise does not increase risk of acne
According to Stanford University School of Medicine (Stanford.edu) research and contrary to popular beliefs, exercise and sweating during exercise do not increase acne in athletes.
There are misconceptions regarding variably of too little or too much sexual activity and acne.
There are myths regarding too little or too much sexual activity and acne.
First *** and acne myth that too much *** or ************ may worsen acne.
Second *** and acne myth that somehow when females begin having a regular *** life their acne will be improved.
Although acne is linked to androgen metabolism at the level of the sebaceous glands; nevertheless, there is no evidence supporting neither of these rather strange extrapolations.
A Guide To The Most Popular Acne Treatments
Best Acne Treatment Remedy asked:
Everyone knows how irritating and embarrassing acne and breakouts can be. While there are a variety of treatments, but it can be hard to find the best acne treatment for you. Some of the most popular treatments include bactericidal, natural acne treatments, and hormonal therapy. Keep reading to learn more about the most common types of acne treatments.
The most popular method of treating acne is the use of a topical bactericidal. These are widely available and contain a chemical known as benzoyl peroxide. Benzoyl peroxide is oxidizer-essentially mild bleach. It works as a keratolytic, dissolving the keratin that causes blocked skin pores. Also, this medicine helps prevent new breakouts from happening. Topical bactericidals are found in either an ointment form or as a wash. Ointments should be applied to the affected area twice daily. Don’t overuse either form, as this could cause dry and irritated skin.
If you’re one who wants to try a more natural or homemade acne treatment, you will be pleased to know that there are a variety of natural remedies that can aid in the treatment of acne. Some of the most popular include Tea Tree Oil and Witch Hazel. Tea tree oil is an anti-bacterial oil produced from the leaves of an Australian shrub called Melaleuca Alternifolia. Just put a bit on a cotton swab and dab at the affected areas. It will leave your skin tingling with a cool, fresh sensation. Witch hazel is a great natural astringent to use even if you have sensitive skin. It’s very soft and won’t strip your skin’s moisture. You can also try other natural oils, such as Bergamot and Lavender oils, which are also natural anti-bacterial drying agents. And for those of you who have oily skin, you can use rosewood oil to reduce the amount of sebum (natural oil) your skin produces.
For females, hormonal treatment for acne is also an option. Balancing hormone levels can reduce the frequency and intensity of outbreaks. Birth control pills often reduce acne due to the combination of controlled estrogen and progestogen. They are particularly effective when high levels of androgens are detected in the blood. Contraceptives, however, have many side effects. They should not be taken without the guidance of a physician to make sure the type of pill is a good match for you.
Out of all the acne treatments available, bactericidals are definitely the most widely used. However, the amount of people who are trying natural acne remedies is increasing all the time. Finding the right acne treatment product is really just a system of trial and error. Just hang in there and you’re sure to find a treatment that works for you!
Everyone knows how irritating and embarrassing acne and breakouts can be. While there are a variety of treatments, but it can be hard to find the best acne treatment for you. Some of the most popular treatments include bactericidal, natural acne treatments, and hormonal therapy. Keep reading to learn more about the most common types of acne treatments.
The most popular method of treating acne is the use of a topical bactericidal. These are widely available and contain a chemical known as benzoyl peroxide. Benzoyl peroxide is oxidizer-essentially mild bleach. It works as a keratolytic, dissolving the keratin that causes blocked skin pores. Also, this medicine helps prevent new breakouts from happening. Topical bactericidals are found in either an ointment form or as a wash. Ointments should be applied to the affected area twice daily. Don’t overuse either form, as this could cause dry and irritated skin.
If you’re one who wants to try a more natural or homemade acne treatment, you will be pleased to know that there are a variety of natural remedies that can aid in the treatment of acne. Some of the most popular include Tea Tree Oil and Witch Hazel. Tea tree oil is an anti-bacterial oil produced from the leaves of an Australian shrub called Melaleuca Alternifolia. Just put a bit on a cotton swab and dab at the affected areas. It will leave your skin tingling with a cool, fresh sensation. Witch hazel is a great natural astringent to use even if you have sensitive skin. It’s very soft and won’t strip your skin’s moisture. You can also try other natural oils, such as Bergamot and Lavender oils, which are also natural anti-bacterial drying agents. And for those of you who have oily skin, you can use rosewood oil to reduce the amount of sebum (natural oil) your skin produces.
For females, hormonal treatment for acne is also an option. Balancing hormone levels can reduce the frequency and intensity of outbreaks. Birth control pills often reduce acne due to the combination of controlled estrogen and progestogen. They are particularly effective when high levels of androgens are detected in the blood. Contraceptives, however, have many side effects. They should not be taken without the guidance of a physician to make sure the type of pill is a good match for you.
Out of all the acne treatments available, bactericidals are definitely the most widely used. However, the amount of people who are trying natural acne remedies is increasing all the time. Finding the right acne treatment product is really just a system of trial and error. Just hang in there and you’re sure to find a treatment that works for you!
Best Acne Treatment
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Natural Acne Solution – What Works?
anonymous asked:
All kinds of potions for beauty problems have been formulated since times immemorial using products from nature or their derivatives. For acne too many a worthwhile solution can be provided using substances derived from nature- leaves, fruits, roots etc.
It has been observed over years of observation that no chemical drug or medical procedure has been able to satisfactorily check the acne situation and these too were often accompanied with harmful side effects. This is quite sad since acne affects the most visible part of the body- the face and this engenders depression and a lowly feeling. Indeed, acne is an unfortunate reality which cannot be satisfactorily consoled even by employing the best modern medical means. However, nature does open up its bounty towards preparation of various remedies to attend to the acne condition.
The natural acne solutions or natural remedies for acne can be broadly classified into two groups- the commercial solutions and the homemade recipes. The commercial natural solutions involve production of tinctures and decoctions of various natural substances to produce a marketable offering having proven effectiveness and a shelf life. The homemade recipes of acne treatment are, however, simply the pastes made or juices extracted from various herbs, packs made from milk, honey, mud and other simple ingredients etc. – all of which are time tested though not having a shelf life.
The commercial natural acne solutions are especially formulated by practitioners of natural and traditional medicines who may have even carried out some research to produce something truly innovative and effective. On the other hand the homemade beauty recipes for acne treatment/control encompass a wide range involving just anything natural of daily consumption and usage- fruits, vegetables, common herbs, spices, eggs, honey, milk and even mud. These products are to be applied on the face or affected areas and kept for some time before washing off. These usually have the desired effect of cleansing and toning the affected skin while keeping it moisturized, nourished and exfoliated.
Often a healthy diet accompanies external natural treatments. Experts of natural solutions to problems are of the opinion that the skin is an external barometer of the internal health and acne is an indication of lack of healthy eating habits particularly during the crucial teenage years. Thus, cultivating proper dietary habits are necessary to aid in healing. In acne conditions dairy products, refined and cooked carbohydrates and even meat ought to be avoided since these increase acidity in the system which promotes acne formation. Instead these should be substituted by alkali producing raw foods- fresh vegetables, fruits and some nuts. So, it is a combination of external and internal treatments which can make the natural acne solution work.
All kinds of potions for beauty problems have been formulated since times immemorial using products from nature or their derivatives. For acne too many a worthwhile solution can be provided using substances derived from nature- leaves, fruits, roots etc.
It has been observed over years of observation that no chemical drug or medical procedure has been able to satisfactorily check the acne situation and these too were often accompanied with harmful side effects. This is quite sad since acne affects the most visible part of the body- the face and this engenders depression and a lowly feeling. Indeed, acne is an unfortunate reality which cannot be satisfactorily consoled even by employing the best modern medical means. However, nature does open up its bounty towards preparation of various remedies to attend to the acne condition.
The natural acne solutions or natural remedies for acne can be broadly classified into two groups- the commercial solutions and the homemade recipes. The commercial natural solutions involve production of tinctures and decoctions of various natural substances to produce a marketable offering having proven effectiveness and a shelf life. The homemade recipes of acne treatment are, however, simply the pastes made or juices extracted from various herbs, packs made from milk, honey, mud and other simple ingredients etc. – all of which are time tested though not having a shelf life.
The commercial natural acne solutions are especially formulated by practitioners of natural and traditional medicines who may have even carried out some research to produce something truly innovative and effective. On the other hand the homemade beauty recipes for acne treatment/control encompass a wide range involving just anything natural of daily consumption and usage- fruits, vegetables, common herbs, spices, eggs, honey, milk and even mud. These products are to be applied on the face or affected areas and kept for some time before washing off. These usually have the desired effect of cleansing and toning the affected skin while keeping it moisturized, nourished and exfoliated.
Often a healthy diet accompanies external natural treatments. Experts of natural solutions to problems are of the opinion that the skin is an external barometer of the internal health and acne is an indication of lack of healthy eating habits particularly during the crucial teenage years. Thus, cultivating proper dietary habits are necessary to aid in healing. In acne conditions dairy products, refined and cooked carbohydrates and even meat ought to be avoided since these increase acidity in the system which promotes acne formation. Instead these should be substituted by alkali producing raw foods- fresh vegetables, fruits and some nuts. So, it is a combination of external and internal treatments which can make the natural acne solution work.
