Effective Acne Treatments
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The most frequent type of acne appears when we enter puberty. This is because the creation of our skin oil (called sebum) is governed by the sex hormones (androgens). The more testosterone, 5-testosterone (DHT) and 5-androstene-317diol we produce, the more sebum our bodies make. Sebum is excreted by our pores as a natural way to keep our skin moist, supple and waterproof.
When we produce too much sebum it can combine with bacteria and dead skin cells to block the pores. The bacteria multiplies which puts pressure on the plugged pore and the result is a blackhead or zit. The theory of acne treatment can be uncomplicated and straightforward. Try to minimize the body’s production of sebum and keep the skin free of oil and bacteria.
The practice is, of course, more complicated by the fact that you need to do these things without creating any more problems.
It can be unwise to mess with hormone production, particularly at such a crucial time of development, and using harsh astringents to dry your skin will leave it cracked, red and sore.
The solution lies in small changes to your diet, the careful selection of vitamins and the use of specially formulated soaps and cleansers.
Acne is not a life-threatening condition and it will be with you for many years to come. Harsh prescription drugs may eliminate the noticeable signs of acne but they are seldom justified in anything but the most acute cases.
Getting your acne under control begins with your diet. Initially you need to fix the inside before you can treat the outside. You’ve probably heard it before, but our modern high fat, fast food lifestyle is really bad. Keep clear of processed and packaged food and consume only fresh fruit and vegetables, particularly the leafy green ones. Lean meat and nuts in moderation are fine and drink mostly water. Avoid sugary juice and carbonated drinks and cut way back on dairy products like milk and ice cream.
You should think about taking supplemental vitamins but be cautious as overdosing on certain vitamins can do more harm than good. It’s a good idea to find a vitamin program that’s designed to target acne.
Keeping your skin clear of excess oil and free of bacteria is a significant portion of your acne regimen. There are many specially formulated soaps and cleaners on the market designed to keep your skin clean without depleting the natural oils that keep your skin smooth and supple.
Finally, resist the temptation to squeeze or pop your pimples. Doing so could result in and infection and possibly scarring that would stay with you for the rest of your life.
Acne can’t be cured but you can control it. Proper diet and a consistent cleansing regimen will reward you with a clear complexion free of blemishes.
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