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Information on How to Treat
Adult Acne
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by: Dave Lavinsky
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Although most
teenagers get some form of acne, adults in their twenties, thirties,
forties, or even older, can develop acne. Men and women alike
experience acne, but men get it more severely. There are many adult
acne treatments to choose from.
All acne treatments work by preventing new breakouts, and must be used
over a period of weeks or months. Even if you begin to see improvement,
continue treatment. Follow the directions on the package or as
prescribed by your dermatologist.
There are many over-the-counter adult acne treatments to unblock pores,
reduce bacteria and dry out pimples. They contain the acids or
antibiotics benzoyl peroxide (such as Neutrogena On-The-Spot),
salicylic acid (such as Stri-dex), sulfur or resorcinol (such as
Clearasil Adult Care).
Even more numerous are prescription drugs and topicals that curb oil
build-up, skin cell shedding and bacteria growth - all while drying and
peeling away old acne and stimulating healthy skin growth. For women,
there are even drugs that decrease testosterone levels. In cases of
unresponsive or severe acne, isotretinoin (Accutane) may be used. Talk
to your dermatologist to find out what is appropriate for your case of
acne.
Beyond oral and topical medications, there are a number of other
options for adult acne treatment.
Microdermabrasion is basically a sand-blasting technique that can clear
up minor blemishes caused by acne. Light chemical peels with salicylic
acid or glycolic acid help to unblock the pores, open the blackheads
and whiteheads, and stimulate new skin growth. Injections of
corticosteroids may be used for treating large red bumps (nodules).
Birth control pills have the desirable side effect of treating and
reducing acne breakouts.
Laser resurfacing can be helpful in treating acne as well, by
vaporizing the acne and clearing the way for new skin to grow.
To avoid scarring, you should never pick or squeeze acne, especially
inflammatory acne or “pustules”. Squeezing forces infected
material deeper into the skin, causing additional inflammation and
possible scarring. Also, avoid scrubbing your skin. If you do get
scars, acne scar treatment is available in many forms. Acne Treatment provides
detailed information on the best acne treatments, including laser acne
treatment, and scar treatment, as well as adult, natural, home
treatment, and more. Acne Treatment is the sister site of Microdermabrasion Web.
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