The Guidelines For Acne Care
Require Good Hygiene & Proper Diet
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 is caused by 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.
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.
While there
are many causes of this relatively harmless but nonetheless
frustrating and often painful skin condition, the guidelines for
acne care are pretty much the same across the board.
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.
An important
component of acne care is to avoid irritations to the skin which
might cause new outbreaks. Oily hair should be washed regularly and
be kept pulled away from the face and forehead areas when dealing
with facial acne. Careful shaving is also an important component of
acne care. Women who are dealing with outbreaks are often tempted to
hide them with makeup. This can worsen the situation and counteract
the positive effects of an acne care regimen, particularly if an
oil-based makeup is used. While concealing acne with makeup can
temporarily help deal with embarrassment or self-consciousness, it
can hinder the healing process, so avoiding putting foundations or
other makeup on the irritated area is the best bet.
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.
