Acne and acne care have long been part of adolescence and the teenage years. We’ve all heard the stories about some poor girl waking up to a horrible blemish on her nose the day before a big date.
But acne strikes adults too, and acne care can actually become more difficult in adulthood. Acne has many causes that is why it is difficult at times to treat. One cause is clogged pores, which are often the result of oily skin. Adults are more likely to have combination skin types ranging from dry or normal to oily, and this can make acne care a challenge.
If you are one of the 80% of human beings affected by acne, then you’ve probably toyed with one or many over the counter, drugstore products. Many of these treatments, while fighting the break-outs to a small extent, also cause dryness, redness, or itching. Then you’re stuck with additional problems. The key is to find out what products are right for you and your skin type.
Many acne fighting treatments available today are infused with active ingredients such as, salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide. Both of which are proven to fight acne. Whether you’re looking for a drying agent or an exfoliant should be considered prior to purchasing. Many topical acne creams contain benzoyl peroxide, which is a drying agent.
The goal is to dry up the oil-ridden skin, therefore vanquishing the pimples. Salicylic acid, on the other hand, is an exfoliant. Exfoliants are designed to slough dead skin cells from the face or body, in order to unclog pores, hence relieving breakout. Several cleansers, toners, and pads are available with this active ingredient.
Whether you’re afflicted with teenage blackheads and whiteheads, or merely some bothersome mild acne as an adult, you can certainly find a solution to your skin problems. While acne affects most of us at one point or another in our hectic lives, whether it’s brought on by hormones or stress, we don’t have to just take it. Acne can be a horrible shot to anyone’s self-esteem, and should be dealt with before getting too severe.
Acne can also be caused by irritation to the skin from confining clothing, chafing or even shaving. Hormones are also a contributing factor, which is one of the reasons why acne is so prevalent in adolescence and why pregnant women can find themselves dealing with outbreaks and acne care.
Cleaning the affected area with a mild soap or cleanser is an important part of acne care. When suffering from acne, there is often a temptation to use astringent cleansers. Such products are generally not recommended for irritated skin. Oily hair should be washed regularly and be kept pulled away from the face and forehead areas when dealing with facial acne.
People who are dealing with acne are often tempted to pick at or “pop” pimples or blackheads, either because they have a misconception that this is part of effective acne care or out of a simple desire to get rid of blemishes. This temptation should be avoided at all costs, since doing so only aggravates the situation and can also lead to scarring.
Even when these general guidelines are followed, even mild cases of acne can sometimes require a visit to the dermatologist. Professional acne care can include a variety of treatments including topical medications or pills. Acne can take several weeks to heal and ongoing acne care habits are encouraged to minimize future outbreaks.
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