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Title: So - What's the Best way to Treat Acne ?
Author: D.Patterson
Article:
So - What's the Best way to Treat Acne ?
What's the best way to treat acne ? That question is the monkey
on our backs. We're going to look at the best way to treat acne
and keep it in its cage so to speak. I think it has to be a
multi pronged attack. YES it is a battle. One that has to be
waged daily, atleast till our early to mid twenties, for most of
us.
For this article I'm going to use the "kiss" method. Keep It
Simple Stupid . There is allot of great technical information
available. I'm boiling it down to some easy to understand battle
plans. So let's first look at our enemy and the forces that
would free it. Acne vulgaris is the most common type that teens
get. The exact cause of acne is unknown, but doctors believe it
results from several factors. The main factor is high hormone
levels. These hormones increase in both boys and girls during
puberty. The hormones cause a gland at the base of the hair
follicle to produce higher levels of an oily substance called
sebum. These glands are most prevalent in the hair follicles
concentrated in the face, back, neck and shoulders. The acne
comes about when the pores get clogged by skin cells and the
sebum gets trapped .The sebum and the cells turn into bacteria.
That causes the infection. Other factors related to acne are
heredity, environmental pollution and even somewhat to what we
eat and drink. But here I must say that the myth of eating
chocolate is NOT true. I'll go more into the foods we eat later.
Several factors can make acne worse. When the skin is scrubbed
hard, acne can become worse. Hormone levels in girls and women
may cause worse acne 2-7 days before their menstrual period
starts. Squeezing can spread the infection. Hats, helmets and
even bangs can be places where oils can gather. Certain drugs
are known to cause acne. Leaning on or rubbing your face can
clog the pores. Greasy, heavy makeup is also a contributing
factor.
So -what's the best way to treat acne, and keep that monkey in
its cage?
Many people see a dermatologist. They can prescribe drugs that
work on lowering the hormone levels as well as other topical
treatments. Recently blue laser treatments have become popular.
But for this article we are covering simple things that we can
do at home.
The first and longest term plan, I feel is your diet. Although
as stated acne isn't caused by chocolate, proccesed and greasy
foods, those foods may contribute to producing oils and fats in
your body. Nutritionists at RMIT University in Melbourne,
Australia studied 50 boys with acne, moderate to severe. Half of
the boys were given diets high in processed foods while the
other half were given a more natural diet consisting of
wholegrain breads, pastas and legumes, foods with a low glycemic
index. These low- GI foods are digested and absorbed by the body
slowly, producing more subtle fluctuations in blood sugar
(glucose) and insulin levels. They were also given plenty of
proteins such as red meat and seafood. Also drinking plenty of
water helps the body flush out the bad things.
The second plan here is to cleanse the face in the morning and
evening. You don't want to over do it or use harsh cleansers.
This dries out your face and then your body will over produce
oils to compincate.You want to use a mild abrasive wash and not
scrub hard. After your face is dry then apply an oil free
moisturizer. There are several companies that make products that
work together, or regiments. I prefer the natural type
regiments. Also paying special attention to areas where oils
gather like hats and bangs etc.
Now if and I should say when you get an accurance, that monkey
out of the cage. There are several over the counter applications
that help open the pores and clean the infected area. Here again
I prefer the natural ingredients. But there are several
commercial products that work well. The most effective are those
containing benzyl peroxide, salicylic acids, sulfur and sulfur
with resorcinol. Above all don't squeeze the area. This will
cause a spread and most likely a scar. Less widely used
treatments Tea Tree Oil (Melaleuca Oil) has been shown to be an
effective anti-inflammatory in skin infections Niacinamide,
(Vitamin B3) used topically in the form of a gel, has been shown
in a 1995 study to be more effective than a topical antibiotic
used for comparison, as well as having less side effects Topical
niacinamide is available both on prescription and
over-the-counter. Even some home remedies have had some good
results. One is that when the area is just starting to show
signs of an outbreak. Place an ice cube in saran wrap and put it
on the effected area. Not too long just a bout 2 minutes. Too
long can cause frost bite. This brings down the swelling and
helps with redness. Also toothpaste is said to draw out the oil.
Not gels, use paste .As a side note, toothpaste also helps the
itch from insect bites, like mosquitoes. A warm compress or
shower before cleansing, to open pores.
To conclude, the fact that eating good foods to help keep the
system flushed, thurough not harsh cleaning are the best ways to
keep that door shut. If it opens a crack then the best way to
treat acne breakout, is I feel natural ingredient formulas. All
ways of treating acne don't work for everyone. That's the bad
news but if you try different things and when you find what
works best for you, get into a routine and life style habits
that keep that monkey where it belongs.
About the author: I have fought this from all points including
heredity. Men in my family have always had the big monkey on our
backs. These are some of what I've used and come across. If
you'd like more information and some ideas on products go to my
blog at http://4-acne-help.com/ Thanks for your time.
About the author:
About the author: I have fought this from all points including
heredity. Men in my family have always had the big monkey on our
backs. These are some of what I've used and come across. If
you'd like more information and some ideas on products go to my
blog at http://4-acne-help.com/ Thanks for your time.
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