Do you need help with acne? So many people are in need of help with acne. There are so many different physical and emotional issues that can contribute to acne. One of these issues is the liver. One of the functions the liver has is to cleanse your blood of toxins. Another is to control the distribution and control of hormones. Both of these functions when they get out of control can lead to acne.The liver functions to cleaning up the blood as it...more
Salicylic acid is a phenolic acid that has become extremely popular in recent years as an acne treatment. In this article I will be focussing on salicylic acid and looking at the history behind it, its main health benefits, the best food sources and the side effects of consuming too much.1) DISCOVERY:Salicylic acid has a long and rich history. It was first mentioned in ancient texts from around 500 B.C. which referred to a bitter powder found in...more
While many people consider acne to be a teenage affliction, it can also affect adults, most commonly between the ages of 30 and 50. The best treatment for adult acne will not only clear up current acne, but will also prevent any future breakouts and scars. While adult acne is more common in fair skinned people, why this is so is not clearly known. The onset of adult acne, on the other hand, is believed to be caused by changing hormone levels and sometimes imbalances as people age. These hormone changes can alter the amount of oil found on the skin, which is what causes pimples to develop, and cause scarring for people suffering from acne. People affected by acne should clean their skin or face with gentle cleansers and moisturizers, and should avoid using strong cleansers. Drinking more water can also help keep the skin in a healthy condition. You should also do your best not to mess with any blemishes; no picking, popping, rubbing, or scratching of any sort. There are medications for people dealing with acne that can come in either the form of an ointment or a pill. For more severe cases, systemic therapy is used as well. These include special steroid injections, pills, and...more
There is nothing out of the ordinary when a person has an acne problem. There are millions of people that suffer from acne breakouts. Acne can be uncomfortable and even devastating to people who are seriously afflicted. When considering treatment options, it may be wise to consult a dermatologist for help. These highly trained specialists can be of...more
What is this form of acne? There is a variant of acne vulgaris that is called cystic acne. It does require specialized care because it has enough differences from acne vulgaris thus allowing it to be considered a form of acne that is independent from others. It has far more severity than acne vulgaris, and even though it is less likely to occur...more
Acne is one problem that affects all types of people. It can be quite embarrassing, especially during the teen years or when it spreads into adulthood. At this point, a person must decide if their acne problem is serious enough to consult a dermatologist or other skin specialist. Prior to the first time visit, it is smart to know what to expect especially what kind of acne medications that will be prescribed. While receiving treatment, the dermatologist may prescribe one or more different acne medications. This is normal because acne is usually taken case by case. Therefore, dermatologist acne medications that work for one person may not always work for everyone. Depending on how serious the acne problem is, the dermatologist may prescribe a topical acne medication or a systematic approach to lessen flareups and inflammations. A topical acne medical treatment is one that is placed on top of the skins surface. It may come in various forms like lotions, soaps, gels, and creams. A common ingredient in the majority of acne medicines is benzoyl peroxide since it helps to slow down the oil gland activity which produces sebum. However, continuing the use of this medicine may cause the...more
Cystic acne breakouts can cause pain and result in deep scars. Certain dermatologists think that this is the worst type of acne because most topical medications do not get to the bottom of the problem. This kind of acne heals very slowly because it...more
Acne is a problem that affects more than just the skin. It may cause embarrassment in teens with low self-esteem and continue on into adulthood. The best treatment for acne involves herbs and nutrition both externally and internally as well. Besides...more
Treating acne can be quite simple if you consider a number of acne skin care secrets. In order to have that glowing skin that you have always wanted you do not need to spend a lot of money because there are natural methods that you can try out. The...more
Most people know that there are a large variety of treatment products available for the treatment of acne. These treatments are widely varied and usually include cleansers, creams, and even medicated pads. For more specified treatments,...more
Acne is perhaps one of the most common kinds of skin condition suffered by many people all over the world. Although there are a vast array of anti acne products that claims to get rid of these zits in a quick and effective manner, using birth control...more
When viewed from the angles of targeted medicine and deductive science, western drug medications are perceived as notoriously sophisticated. By and large, such formulations have been failures insofar as providing solutions to medical problems falling...more