Tuesday, April 10, 2012

All About Acne - Tips And Suggestions That You Can Use Today

By Efrain Boers


Many people misunderstand what acne actually is, a common problem shared by people across the world. There are misconceptions about what causes acne and how to best treat it. The fact is, even doctors and other medical experts don't know everything there is to know about acne. This article will present many interesting concepts about acne that you may not be aware of at this time.

Many people that have acne are not, per se, sick, but are greatly affected emotionally by the way they look. Shame is a large contributing factor to the negative emotions that people will feel when they have acne, from teenager all the way to adult. In fact, acne can sometimes lead to serious psychological problems such as low self esteem or depression. There are many emotional issues that come with having acne. If you know someone that is having difficulty with this skin disorder, you might want to be there for them and not ignore how they feel. Just remember that once you find the right treatment for your acne, it will gradually go away. You should seek counseling for any emotional difficulties that you may have as a result of having acne in your life.

People that have acne often wonder if a dermatologist could help their condition. The severity of your acne is often an indicator as to whether or not should see one at all. A dermatologist is typically a last resort simply because there are less expensive alternatives available at your local super market that you can try on your own. If you're noticing that scars are appearing, or you have pimples that are very large or tender, it's also a good idea to visit with a dermatologist. So if your acne is not too bad, you should treat yourself. If it is something that is getting out of control, it is always recommended that you see a doctor.

Weather is not the cause of your acne, but too much exposure to elements such as sun, heat or cold can make it worse. Covering your face when you have acne and protecting it from the environment is something you can do. Sunblock should be used if you are going to be in the sun for any extended period of time. The excessive heat from the sun may actually cause inflammations to arise, leading to more acne, and not less. Certain oils that are used in sunblock can make your acne worse so avoid these at all costs. People that are going to spend time in cold windy weather should always use something to protect their face like a scarf.

Both men and women, of any age, can have acne. It affects everyone across the board. This skin disorder, in fact, can appear in a variety of locations on your body. Early teens, specifically boys, we'll start to see the development of acne on their face. Most girls will be in their 20s before they ever see acne on their face. Girls will usually have worse acne after 20, but it will never be as bad as what can appear on boys or men. Women's acne is often related to hormones, so it can occur at times such as pregnancy and menopause. There is a common belief that make up can make acne worse on girls. This is doubtful, but it is true that using any products that contain oils can make existing acne conditions worse. So it's best to use oil free cosmetics if you're prone to acne.

As you probably know, acne can be caused by a variety of things and treatments for this condition are being developed every day. Even now, however, it's possible to come up with a treatment plan that works for you. Natural remedies are a great place to begin and you could also get help from your local dermatologist. Just keep an open mind, and be hopeful that you will eventually find a way to treat your acne using the methods we have presented or ones that you will find on your own.




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