jen asked:


please list all the best things you've used or things you've done to get rid of acne. also say what foods you had to stay away from. please dont list any doctor prescribed medicine because my acne isnt bad, its only a little bit of acne but i want to get rid of it fast. please list the name brands of the items and if you have any household remedies for acne it would be great if you could list those too. OH yeah and i have blackheads too so any tips on how to get rid of those would be helpful. thanks! by the way the reason im listing this in womens health is because, well, this is a problem that all women come across and i guess its kind of a health problem…thankss!
most of the acne is on my forehead by the way and the blackheads are on my nose. its weird though cause the acne is not red or irritated bumps they're like…regular skin tone color and they're only noticable if i turn my head a certain way and the light catches them in a certain way. yeah. lol sorry i thought maybe that would be useful info…
sorry about the gramatical error in the title of this topic lol..didnt realize

EDDIE

There are myths and rumors prevailing regarding acne. Let’s take a look at some other popular beliefs about acne to drive out any other rumors.

Acne Myth 1

Is it true that acne spreads with increased stress? This is not completely true. Actual truth is that stress can have a very minimal or minor influence all by itself. Acne cannot actually caused due to stress.

But stress it can influence reoccurrences of acne as stress increases the body’s creation of a substance called cortisol. This cortisol causes the sebaceous glands to produce increased amounts of sebum oil that can be blocked in pores.

Acne Myth 2

Is Acne is contagious? No, Acne is non-communicable.

Acne Myth 3

You’ll outgrow acne, so just leave it along? This is not true. Acne strikes all ages and is treatable. If the acne is left untreated, it will possibly worsen.

Acne Myth 4

Is exposure to sun helps acne? It is not true in the long run. Actually the sun helps to clear up the blemishes and redden the skin, thus lessening the overall reddish effect of the targeted acne area.

On the other hand the sunrays can damage the skin and actually irritate skin more, worsening any existing acne problems in the course and clogging more pores as skin cells dry up and dismiss quicker than normal.

Acne Myth 5

Is sweating helps clean out your hair follicle areas? This is not true. Actually, body’s oil production increases temporarily, with the strenuous activity, which can actually worsen acne problem areas, causing recurrence or intensification.

Acne Myth 6

Is it true that acne problems are directly proportionate to sexualactivity, or lack thereof? Even this is not true. It does not mean that just because teenagers are going through hormonal changes, this has anything to do with acne.

Both are separate issues. This is even true in case of adults; adult acne and *** are two entirely different issues.

Acne Myth 7

People with acne are dirty and don’t wash enough. This is too false. Acne is the caused due to build up of oil, dead skin cells and bacteria in a closed pore. Dirt has nothing in this process.

Acne Myth 8

Is it true that people with acne should not use moisturizers or other make-up products on their faces? Myth! Today there are many non-comedogenic cosmetics out there specially formulated to not clog pores.

Acne Myth 9

Is there any acne cure? Although at this time, there is no acne cure, there are many acne treatments available that do a great job in treating acne.

Acne Myth 10

Does certain cosmetics or spot treatments will help acne? Myth again. By the time a blemish appears, it has been in the works for a good couple of weeks.

Acne Myth 11

Acne is only on external issue or surface deep; i.e. people shouldn’t make such a big thing out of it? False. Actually, yes, it basically is only on your skin. However, the effects run much more deeper than that in many occasions.

More than 50 % of acne sufferers reported negative comments and other feedback from members of society, regardless of whether or not there was any scarring left for others to see afterwards.

And which results in internal depression and low self-esteem that can be harm emotionally as it is long-term problem. So acne can indeed be a very big issue requiring acne treatment and support.



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chance s asked:


I been using clearasil ultra for my acne but it's a little to harsh for my skin and hasn't been working that well. I've been using it for about 2 months and the acne goes away but leaves horrale red dots and by time they go away new acne comes. Does anyone know a simple home remedy to make that will help my acne, and maybe even help my dry skin? Also if you know any good products for acne that works well let me know. Thanks.

NOLA

Acne is a commonplace skin problem for the majority of adolescents and also afflicts a portion of the adult population. People of all different age groups and backgrounds have had to deal with acne at one point or another. Thus, there has long been a long standing desire to prevent it or even cure it.

We will take a look at some of the various causes of acne in addition to some of the various ways in which people are treated. Our hope with this article is that you will gain a better understanding as to the reasons why people get acne and what they can do for prevention and treatment.

What is acne?

For many thousands of years, people have wrestled with acne. Acknowledged in some cultures as a kind of curse from the gods for immoral behavior, acne has mostly been misunderstood. Only within roughly the past century has the medical field been able to distinguish the true causes of acne. As some might expect, this has permitted those who are afflicted with blemishes to gain a certain sense of relief.

An inflammatory disease of the skin, acne is the consequence of serious changes in the skin's structure. Acne is considered to be the body's unique response to a relatively natural production of testosterone, a male hormone.

Instead of a sign that one's skin is not clean, acne is more closely related with the hormonal and bacterial activity underneath the skin, which finally leads to the irritation of the skin. The end result is the red swelling that we know as acne.

What is The Most Common Type of Acne?

One may think that all acne is the alike, but in fact it is not. As with all irritations of the skin, there are several forms involved. Some are believed more serious and harder to eliminate than others. The most usual kind is acne vulgaris, which only means "common acne," ordinarily signified by a red swelling of the skin. Soon after the initial signs, the white or yellow pus that people associate with acne becomes evident.

This is the type of acne that the majority of teenagers get, caused when excessive amounts of oil from the sebaceous gland combine with dead skin cells to end up clogging the pores of the skin. Since the skin's pores are blocked, oil continues to build up, hence permitting bacteria and yeast to spread. This surplus of bacteria and yeast is what finally does tons of damage to a persons skin.

What Are The Mental Effects of Acne?

Acne might show a body's failure to properly deal with hormonal changes. Acne can suggest that a person is not handling stress in an effective manner. It might be an indication of a potentially serious allergic reaction to a medication or other type of element. It is not these effects of acne that tend to do the most damage, though.

Acne is more than a health issue, acne is known to cause people (mainly teens) a sense of shame as well as embarrassment. Acne is incorrectly associated with being unclean. Clear, healthy skin is associated with cleanliness, while severe forms of acne are frequently thought to be the effect of sanitary neglect.

Not just that, acne can be ugly and turn people away. The majority of people who experience severe acne are emotionally scarred by the social rejection, contributing to adolescent emotional insecurity and a sense of self-doubt. Because of this, acne should be treated as rapidly and as thoroughly as possible.

Isn't it True That Staying Clean Helps Prevent Acne?

It is always a healthier alternative to rid your skin of toxins as well as dirt that accumulate throughout your normal daily routine. So yes, to some extent, it is true that washing your skin can help prevent or decrease acne.

Acne is a chemical element, and it is something that occurs beneath the surface of the skin to a greater degree than on the skin itself. Both cleansing on a daily basis as well as care of one's skin will help in reducing the bacteria that resides on the surface of the skin, but these actions cannot decrease the testosterone levels below the surface of the skin that help to create acne.

Recognizing this underlying fact should help to reduce some of the stigma that is accompanied with acne. It should also allow people who are enduring their acne to take some degree of comfort in understanding that they are not necessarily less clean than other people. The truth is that they have very little actual control over what is going on beneath their skin.

What Are Some of The Other Elements Involved That Increase the Probability of Getting Acne?

That is a good question, and one that is likely on everyone's mind. The tough part about acne is that there is not one single element that can prompt it. Several factors help cause acne. Some of them can be circumvented, while others cannot. For instance, one cannot change their family history, but this is one very important factor in influencing the development of some form of acne.

Hormonal activity is another. Women who are pregnant or who are menstruating have been known to abruptly acquire bad cases of acne. Other elements, such as stress and certain medications, can also bring about acne.

Bear in mind, acne is based on the hormonal changes that occur within the body. Any life-changing or stress-inducing occurrence is likely to alter a person's chemical makeup. Lastly, the accumulation of dead skin cells often contributes to increased acne.



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