e premte, 11 maj 2007

A Guide To The Common Signs Of Acne - And What You Can Do About It

By Dennis Wilson


By the time you finish reading this article, you will know the common signs of acne. We’ll also discuss who gets it, when it appears and where it usually appears on the body. And if you’ve got acne, we’ll talk about what you can do about it.

Common Signs of Acne

Acne appears as any of the following on the skin: pimples, blackheads, whiteheads or cysts. Pimples are simply raised reddish spots. Cysts are thick lumps under the surface of the skin.

Cause of Acne

Acne is caused when hair follicles get blocked, usually by an over production of oil, and a bacteria infection takes hold in the hair follicle. Hormones are often the trigger for the over production of oil.

Who Gets Acne?

Acne affects most people at some time in their life. Babies and infants can have it, so can the elderly. Acne is most common in teenagers, affecting about the same proportion of boys and girls. Teenage acne often lasts for around five years, but it can continue for ten to twenty years. It’s also common for many women to start getting acne between the ages of 20 to 50.

Where Do People Get Acne?

Most people get acne on the face. It can also occur on the skin of the chest, back, arms and thighs.

So What Can You Do About Acne?

You could start with an over-the-counter product from the drug store. Oxy pads, wash and lotion is a good and inexpensive one to try. Many people see good results with this in around four weeks.

For faster results, you could try Astra Blue Flame Purification mask. It works great as an overnight spot treatment on newly forming spots and as a full face mask. It’s more expensive than Oxy, but it’s worth it.

If the over-the-counter products don’t clear up your acne, then go to your doctor or dermatologist. They have a wide range of treatments available from prescription drugs to laser therapy. This works for some, but many find it unsatisfactory.

The thing to note is that there isn’t a single cure that works for everyone, but there’s probably a treatment that will work for you. You just have to keep trying until you find it.

Makeup Can Help

If you’re a woman, you can make a difference to your appearance with makeup. You need to be careful in your choice of makeup. Some makeup can clog the pores and make acne worse.

Bare Minerals by Bare Essentials is a very popular choice for acne sufferers. The starter kit has everything you need. Just don’t try and cover up your acne completely as that rarely works. Just aim to tame the redness around the spots.

In Conclusion

The common signs of acne are easily recognized. If you’ve got acne, don’t despair – there are many treatments available. You might need to try several before finding the right treatment for you. And if you’re a woman, makeup can help with your appearance until it clears up.

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