By Jean Lam
Are you fed up and frustrated about having acne on your skin whether it's your face, back, neck or arms? You're not alone. Acne is a common skin disorder which affects people of all ages although it's usually more common in teenagers who suffer from hormonal changes, a major culprit for acne development. Adults too are not immune from acne. Unfortunately some teenagers who venture into adulthood can't seem to get away with acne and live with it even after becoming adults. It's of paramount importance to know how acne is triggered so that you can take the necessary steps to eradicate it and even prevent it.
To give you an idea how acne emerges from your skin, you should know that your skin contains oil glands which are also known as the sebaceous glands. These glands produce oil which are necessary for the normal function of your skin. But sometimes, the sebaceous glands manufactures excessive oil due to hormonal changes, poor diet, stress and the excessive oil or sebum covers the layer of your skin. As a result, your skin's pores become clogged with the sebum and blocked. The outcome is your skin will get ripped apart when a pimple will pop up underneath your skin. The end result is acne. So now that you know that there is a relationship with hormone, oily skin and acne, you can think of ways to reduce acne proliferation and even prevent it from occuring.
If you're a teenager, usually there is nothing much you can do apart lessening the effect by following a proper diet and dealing with stress effectively because hormonal changes are part of the teenager's life. On the other hand, if you're an adult, by leading a healthy lifestyle, you can hamper the effects of acne and even prevent it from happening. It's fundamental for you to be aware that while there are certain acne treatments and products which work wonders, there are others that can harm your skin. Some acne products can contain chemical components which your skin can't tolerate as it will become allergic and irritated by them. It's important to follow a safe acne treatment where you can treat your acne effectively.
Here is a list of 8 tips how you can do that:
(1) Never squeeze your acne and pimples. In doing so, you remove the pimple but you will create a hole and you can spread bacteria and germs on other areas of your skin. The action is instant I mean you will see your pimples disappear but there can be side effects. Squeezing will also irritate your skin and can cause inflammation and redness. In the worst case, you will leave scars on your skin which are ugly.
(2) Clean your skin regularly with hypoallergenic soaps and cleansers and get rid of excess oil, dirt and impurities. By paying attention to proper skin care, you're already taking a step ahead in preventing acne from appearing. Avoid touching your face when your hands are dirty. If you do, wash your face afterwards.
(3) Drink plenty of water at least 8-10 glasses per day. For best results, carry a big bottle of water with you so that you are more proned to drink water regularly. Water is life and don't underestimate how water can help in treating acne and preventing it as well. Water hydrates the skin and flush out toxins and impurities in our bodies.
(4) Drink green tea at least twice per day. Green tea has antioxidant properties which can help eliminate acne. Also green tea is highly recommended for good health. You can use green tea to apply directly on your skin which contains acne. By tapping the infused green tea extract on your skin with a small towel for about 10-15 minutes everyday for at least 3 weeks, you will start to see your acne dried up and healed eventually. This is a totally natural treatment which have done wonders for many people.
(5) Make use of acne creams made from natural ingredients like aloe vera and green tea to moisturize the skin and keep it fresh.
(6) Eat a balanced diet rich in lean protein like skinless chicken breast, egg whites, salmon, white fish, red lentils, cottage cheese and don't forget to get your fiber and vitamins intake from fresh vegetables and fruits. Opt for healthy cooking oils and fats like olive oil and canola oil.
(7) Avoid or be moderate on oily foods, alcoholic drinks and spicy foods.
(8) Deal with stress effectively and try to avoid stressing yourself as far as possible. Engaging in relaxation exercises like yoga, taichi and undergoing a massage therapy will definitely help releasing endorphins and making you feel good and totally destressed. Performing physical fitness activities like jogging, swimming, cycling, walking and practising a sport such as volleyball, basketball or soccer can get rid of stress and make you forget about your problems and anxieties.
Treating acne effectively and safely should not be taken as a chore but rather as a way of life. It's a proper lifestyle in itself and not only will you benefit as far as acne is concerned but you will get a better health. With time, your acne will be cured naturally and you'll be surprised by the results. The above tips will definitely help your acne skin condition but if it's too serious or aggravated, you might need to consult a dermatologist to seek his or her advice. Maybe you will require advanced acne treatments wih antibiotics. Acne laser surgery is an option as well but it's costly.
This article can be freely published on a website as long as it's not modified in any way including the author bylines, plus all the hyperlinks must be made active just like below.
Jean Lam is a writer, author, publisher and owns several sites. Visit his [http://www.acne-cure-resource.com]Acne Cure Resource website for lots of articles about acne. Also check out the acne eBook that will give you natural tips to cure your acne.
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Acne Scar Treatment
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Prevention and Treatment for Acne Scars
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Greg_Podsakoff]Greg Podsakoff ...
While it may sound elementary, the first place to start with acne scar treatment is prevention.
Most people cannot predict when they will have an acne outbreak or how severe that outbreak will be. If you suffer from acne outbreaks, having a good preventive treatment regiment is a proactive way to keep acne minimized, reducing the risk of scarring in the first place. It is as washing your hands to help prevent spreading germs.
Among all of the factors that can contribute to acne outbreaks, heredity is part of the mix. Additionally, heredity plays a factor in the amount of scarring you will receive from acne, or in other words, your ability to heal.
Almost all acne sufferers will develop some form of scarring, from mild to severe. The earlier in life that acne treatment is initiated, the more likely scarring will be minimized.
Acne scarring is the end result of the body’s healing process. The decrease of elastic fibers in the skin combined with thickened collagen groups that grow excessively contribute to scar tissue.
There are two types of scar:
Hypertropic Scars are the thick and discolored scars that show above the normal surface of the skin.
Keloid scars are discolored scars at the skin level or below and grow outward from the initial injury similar to a stretch mark.
There are several treatment options available to help reduce or eliminate the visible signs of scarring from acne.
Topical Solutions – Several topical solutions are available. These ointments are applied to the damaged area and are designed to hydrate the skin and remove dead skin cells, which allows for skin cell rejuvenation and replenishment, reducing or eliminating the appearance of scars.
Silicone Sheets – Modern research has shown that silicone is an effective treatment in scar removal. While the science of how it works is not completely understood, several companies manufacture silicone sheets and silicone based treatments that are designed to minimize or eliminate the appearance of acne scars.
Microdermabrasion – In microdermabrasion, a dermatologist uses a hand held buffing wheel and a special abrasive cream to remove the surface layer of the skin. When the new skin grows in, it is healthier and has more elasticity than the old skin, reducing or eliminating the visible signs of scarring.
Chemical Peels – A chemical peel uses a chemical solution of Phenol, Trichloroacetic Acid, and Alphahydroxy acids to remove the outer layers of damaged skin. Similar to microdermabraision and laser resurfacing, new skin cells replace the removed damaged cells, reducing or eliminating the visible signs of scarring.
Laser Resurfacing – Performed by a qualified cosmetic surgeon, a concentrated laser beam is targeted on the treatment area. As the laser energy penetrates the skin, it vaporizes the water and the surface layer of skin, leaving the deeper layers untouched. Laser resurfacing also helps to restore the elasticity of the skin by shortening the collagen fibers that are contained in the skin layers, reducing or eliminating the visible signs of scarring.
Always be sure to consult a dermatologist before undergoing and treatment for scarring. However, all of these treatments have been proven to be effective, so once you find the right one, it is just a matter of time before the scarring is reduced or eliminated!
BIO:
Greg Podsakoff is a former acne sufferer, and currently provides information on treating acne, pimples, and zits, via an objective informational skincare website, http://www.acne-treatments-guide.com
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While it may sound elementary, the first place to start with acne scar treatment is prevention.
Most people cannot predict when they will have an acne outbreak or how severe that outbreak will be. If you suffer from acne outbreaks, having a good preventive treatment regiment is a proactive way to keep acne minimized, reducing the risk of scarring in the first place. It is as washing your hands to help prevent spreading germs.
Among all of the factors that can contribute to acne outbreaks, heredity is part of the mix. Additionally, heredity plays a factor in the amount of scarring you will receive from acne, or in other words, your ability to heal.
Almost all acne sufferers will develop some form of scarring, from mild to severe. The earlier in life that acne treatment is initiated, the more likely scarring will be minimized.
Acne scarring is the end result of the body’s healing process. The decrease of elastic fibers in the skin combined with thickened collagen groups that grow excessively contribute to scar tissue.
There are two types of scar:
Hypertropic Scars are the thick and discolored scars that show above the normal surface of the skin.
Keloid scars are discolored scars at the skin level or below and grow outward from the initial injury similar to a stretch mark.
There are several treatment options available to help reduce or eliminate the visible signs of scarring from acne.
Topical Solutions – Several topical solutions are available. These ointments are applied to the damaged area and are designed to hydrate the skin and remove dead skin cells, which allows for skin cell rejuvenation and replenishment, reducing or eliminating the appearance of scars.
Silicone Sheets – Modern research has shown that silicone is an effective treatment in scar removal. While the science of how it works is not completely understood, several companies manufacture silicone sheets and silicone based treatments that are designed to minimize or eliminate the appearance of acne scars.
Microdermabrasion – In microdermabrasion, a dermatologist uses a hand held buffing wheel and a special abrasive cream to remove the surface layer of the skin. When the new skin grows in, it is healthier and has more elasticity than the old skin, reducing or eliminating the visible signs of scarring.
Chemical Peels – A chemical peel uses a chemical solution of Phenol, Trichloroacetic Acid, and Alphahydroxy acids to remove the outer layers of damaged skin. Similar to microdermabraision and laser resurfacing, new skin cells replace the removed damaged cells, reducing or eliminating the visible signs of scarring.
Laser Resurfacing – Performed by a qualified cosmetic surgeon, a concentrated laser beam is targeted on the treatment area. As the laser energy penetrates the skin, it vaporizes the water and the surface layer of skin, leaving the deeper layers untouched. Laser resurfacing also helps to restore the elasticity of the skin by shortening the collagen fibers that are contained in the skin layers, reducing or eliminating the visible signs of scarring.
Always be sure to consult a dermatologist before undergoing and treatment for scarring. However, all of these treatments have been proven to be effective, so once you find the right one, it is just a matter of time before the scarring is reduced or eliminated!
BIO:
Greg Podsakoff is a former acne sufferer, and currently provides information on treating acne, pimples, and zits, via an objective informational skincare website, http://www.acne-treatments-guide.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Greg_Podsakoff http://EzineArticles.com/?Prevention-and-Treatment-for-Acne-Scars&id=24110
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Acne Scar Treatment and Removal
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Rita_Lambros-Segur]Rita Lambros-Segur
Beautiful skin, without acne scars, is every woman's dream (and some men's too). But it seems only a small fortunate group with good genes ever attain it. But always remember that skin is a reflection of one's health and is the largest organ in the body.
Hence, it makes sense to cleanse and nourish from both the INSIDE and OUT. Your face and body do not need more clogging, synthetic oils and lotions. They need real nutrition that can make a difference when applied topically as well as nutrition internally to enhance detoxification and a healthy blood supply to the vessels beneath the skin's surface.
Natural Acne Scar Treatment Starts with Healthy Blood
That sounds odd I'm sure, but what determines the appearance of our skin, among other things? The existence of poisons (or the lack thereof) and nutrients within the bloodstream feeding the skin cells.
Healthy skin will never exist in the presence of health-depriving toxins from pesticides, PCBs, dioxins, etc. How do we get rid of these guys? Well, any good herbalist would recommend good diets including lots of raw fruits and veggies along with whole grains, seeds and nuts.
Of course, adding plenty of purified water is also vital. Perhaps a quality mineral and vitamin formula, too. But aside from the basics, what else can be done? A program of detoxification.
Detoxification for Healthy Skin
To get healthier, which includes acquiring healthy skin, most herbalists recommend colon cleansing. Then, urinary tract cleansing. Then comes liver, lymph, lung and blood support. You'll find excellent products in several places, but we've had success with what's offered here: [http://electricalbody.com]Electrical Body Products.
If one can eliminate most refined sugars from the diet, that would be a plus, but that's difficult for most people. Try cutting down, at least.
But the most crucial form of detoxification may be sauna therapy. And not just any sauna will do. Several research papers have shown the efficiency of far infrared (or radiant) heat therapy.
Far Infrared Sauna Therapy
Whole-body hyperthermia treatment causes the excretion of sweat from the sebaceous glands of the body, where these harmful materials are stored. Sweat is not excreted from the sebaceous glands using a normal sauna.
Carbon heaters emit far infrared rays which match the body's own wavelength, which is essential to improving blood circulation and the health of internal organs in the body. In the lying position, the hyperthermic chamber treatment does not lower oxygen levels in the blood or increase lactic acid.
Sweating therapy with carbon heat allows your body to produce a great deal more perspiration through your pores. Why is that good? Because sweating therapy is excellent for overall purification and balancing and can effectively be combined with other cleansing therapies.
About one liter of sweat should be excreted from the user during a 30 minute treatment. This volume of sweat cannot be matched by a normal sauna. Here is our recommendation: [http://dry-saunas.com]hyperthermic chamber.
The skin is the largest eliminative organ in the body and the elimination through sweating is more passive and requires less expenditure of energy than elimination via the kidneys and bowels. And with the hyperthermic chamber above, one has a tool for heating the body core temperature - vital for destruction of viruses and bacteria.
Well, that's the cleansing and nourishing side of skin care, what about topical help for fading or reducing acne scars?
Nutritious Skin Care for Acne Scar Fading and Removal
Detergent soaps do nothing for your skin except change its pH to alkaline and cause more damage than good. Use, instead, a high quality vegetable soap which works to protect and nourish your skin. Now "natural" means something different depending on whom you ask, but we think natural means to avoid using artificial dyes and to use only 100% vegetable bases.
Then, to remove dead skin cells from the surface of our skin, French Green Clay and Fuller's Earth Clay work wonders. This combo always promises us a smile with its remarkable results. The minerals and sun-dried features of these clays (and perhaps some Neem bark powder added to the mix) help dull, lifeless complexions revitalize through oxidation and circulation. This way, the skin's ability to use and retain vital oxygen is increased.
Why is that important to you? Because this creates a healthy, clean environment for the skin, and acts as a catalyst for transporting the micronutrients found not only in these clays but in the fabulous Neem bark powder, into the deeper layers of the skin. You are left with a more youthful, clearer, and vibrant appearance.
These clays and neem bark powders have enormous drawing capabilities and even a lightening effect on the outer epidermal skin layer. That's why people of all skin types can benefit from their dramatic effect on even the most severe acne conditions, as well as remineralizing, hydrating and exfoliating normal to dry skin types. By removing dead skin cells and reoxygenating the skin, your complexion can be detoxified and removed of bacteria, while healing is promoted.
And to top it all off, your last crucial step for acne scar treatment must be organic rosehip seed oil.
Rosehip Seed Oil For Beautiful Skin
Ask any dermatologist what therapies work best to renew skin, and his/her solutions would include Vitamins C and A in a topical application. However, it's very difficult to find a stable form of Vitamin C that could reach deep enough into your skin to do any good at all. And laboratory synthesized trans-retinoic acids (Vitamin A derivatives) have harsh side effects.
It's no accident that organically grown and tested essential oils and organic rosehip seed oil contains essential fatty acids, a high concentration of bio-available Vitamin C and natural tretinoin, a derivative of vitamin A.
In this natural state as part of a complex system of unsaturated essential fatty acids, these nutrients' actions are controlled and slowly released by nature, eliminating risk of overdoses or harsh side effects thus helping to boost collagen and elastin levels for smoother, firmer skin.
Rosehip oil has been tested on old scars and improvement was noted in all cases. These old and new scars were caused by acne and otherwise. Time will fail us if we were to relate all the good experiences we've heard about scar removal using these luscious oils, but suffice it to say you can be the next living testimonial about healthy beautiful skin with faded acne scars (and in many cases, elimination of scars altogether).
Apply morning and evening and several times throughout the day if you are targeting both new and old scars or keloids.
In just weeks your skin will look smoother, healthier and more vibrant.
So that's our story and experience in creating beautiful skin and we think with the above program, you can't but improve your skin from lifeless and dull to vibrantly alive and acne scar free.
Rosehip Seed Oil Formula: [http://electricalbody.com/product/beautifulskin.htm]Organic Rosehip Seed Oil Formula
Article by Rita Lambros-Segur, M.H. of Electrical Body, Inc. Rita has helped thousands of regular folks improve their health-restoring strategies. Visit [http://www.electricalbody.com]Electrical Body and [http://drysaunas.com]infrared saunas for FREE articles, ezines, catalog, a great e-book offer and more.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Rita_Lambros-Segur http://EzineArticles.com/?Acne-Scar-Treatment-and-Removal&id=23583
Beautiful skin, without acne scars, is every woman's dream (and some men's too). But it seems only a small fortunate group with good genes ever attain it. But always remember that skin is a reflection of one's health and is the largest organ in the body.
Hence, it makes sense to cleanse and nourish from both the INSIDE and OUT. Your face and body do not need more clogging, synthetic oils and lotions. They need real nutrition that can make a difference when applied topically as well as nutrition internally to enhance detoxification and a healthy blood supply to the vessels beneath the skin's surface.
Natural Acne Scar Treatment Starts with Healthy Blood
That sounds odd I'm sure, but what determines the appearance of our skin, among other things? The existence of poisons (or the lack thereof) and nutrients within the bloodstream feeding the skin cells.
Healthy skin will never exist in the presence of health-depriving toxins from pesticides, PCBs, dioxins, etc. How do we get rid of these guys? Well, any good herbalist would recommend good diets including lots of raw fruits and veggies along with whole grains, seeds and nuts.
Of course, adding plenty of purified water is also vital. Perhaps a quality mineral and vitamin formula, too. But aside from the basics, what else can be done? A program of detoxification.
Detoxification for Healthy Skin
To get healthier, which includes acquiring healthy skin, most herbalists recommend colon cleansing. Then, urinary tract cleansing. Then comes liver, lymph, lung and blood support. You'll find excellent products in several places, but we've had success with what's offered here: [http://electricalbody.com]Electrical Body Products.
If one can eliminate most refined sugars from the diet, that would be a plus, but that's difficult for most people. Try cutting down, at least.
But the most crucial form of detoxification may be sauna therapy. And not just any sauna will do. Several research papers have shown the efficiency of far infrared (or radiant) heat therapy.
Far Infrared Sauna Therapy
Whole-body hyperthermia treatment causes the excretion of sweat from the sebaceous glands of the body, where these harmful materials are stored. Sweat is not excreted from the sebaceous glands using a normal sauna.
Carbon heaters emit far infrared rays which match the body's own wavelength, which is essential to improving blood circulation and the health of internal organs in the body. In the lying position, the hyperthermic chamber treatment does not lower oxygen levels in the blood or increase lactic acid.
Sweating therapy with carbon heat allows your body to produce a great deal more perspiration through your pores. Why is that good? Because sweating therapy is excellent for overall purification and balancing and can effectively be combined with other cleansing therapies.
About one liter of sweat should be excreted from the user during a 30 minute treatment. This volume of sweat cannot be matched by a normal sauna. Here is our recommendation: [http://dry-saunas.com]hyperthermic chamber.
The skin is the largest eliminative organ in the body and the elimination through sweating is more passive and requires less expenditure of energy than elimination via the kidneys and bowels. And with the hyperthermic chamber above, one has a tool for heating the body core temperature - vital for destruction of viruses and bacteria.
Well, that's the cleansing and nourishing side of skin care, what about topical help for fading or reducing acne scars?
Nutritious Skin Care for Acne Scar Fading and Removal
Detergent soaps do nothing for your skin except change its pH to alkaline and cause more damage than good. Use, instead, a high quality vegetable soap which works to protect and nourish your skin. Now "natural" means something different depending on whom you ask, but we think natural means to avoid using artificial dyes and to use only 100% vegetable bases.
Then, to remove dead skin cells from the surface of our skin, French Green Clay and Fuller's Earth Clay work wonders. This combo always promises us a smile with its remarkable results. The minerals and sun-dried features of these clays (and perhaps some Neem bark powder added to the mix) help dull, lifeless complexions revitalize through oxidation and circulation. This way, the skin's ability to use and retain vital oxygen is increased.
Why is that important to you? Because this creates a healthy, clean environment for the skin, and acts as a catalyst for transporting the micronutrients found not only in these clays but in the fabulous Neem bark powder, into the deeper layers of the skin. You are left with a more youthful, clearer, and vibrant appearance.
These clays and neem bark powders have enormous drawing capabilities and even a lightening effect on the outer epidermal skin layer. That's why people of all skin types can benefit from their dramatic effect on even the most severe acne conditions, as well as remineralizing, hydrating and exfoliating normal to dry skin types. By removing dead skin cells and reoxygenating the skin, your complexion can be detoxified and removed of bacteria, while healing is promoted.
And to top it all off, your last crucial step for acne scar treatment must be organic rosehip seed oil.
Rosehip Seed Oil For Beautiful Skin
Ask any dermatologist what therapies work best to renew skin, and his/her solutions would include Vitamins C and A in a topical application. However, it's very difficult to find a stable form of Vitamin C that could reach deep enough into your skin to do any good at all. And laboratory synthesized trans-retinoic acids (Vitamin A derivatives) have harsh side effects.
It's no accident that organically grown and tested essential oils and organic rosehip seed oil contains essential fatty acids, a high concentration of bio-available Vitamin C and natural tretinoin, a derivative of vitamin A.
In this natural state as part of a complex system of unsaturated essential fatty acids, these nutrients' actions are controlled and slowly released by nature, eliminating risk of overdoses or harsh side effects thus helping to boost collagen and elastin levels for smoother, firmer skin.
Rosehip oil has been tested on old scars and improvement was noted in all cases. These old and new scars were caused by acne and otherwise. Time will fail us if we were to relate all the good experiences we've heard about scar removal using these luscious oils, but suffice it to say you can be the next living testimonial about healthy beautiful skin with faded acne scars (and in many cases, elimination of scars altogether).
Apply morning and evening and several times throughout the day if you are targeting both new and old scars or keloids.
In just weeks your skin will look smoother, healthier and more vibrant.
So that's our story and experience in creating beautiful skin and we think with the above program, you can't but improve your skin from lifeless and dull to vibrantly alive and acne scar free.
Rosehip Seed Oil Formula: [http://electricalbody.com/product/beautifulskin.htm]Organic Rosehip Seed Oil Formula
Article by Rita Lambros-Segur, M.H. of Electrical Body, Inc. Rita has helped thousands of regular folks improve their health-restoring strategies. Visit [http://www.electricalbody.com]Electrical Body and [http://drysaunas.com]infrared saunas for FREE articles, ezines, catalog, a great e-book offer and more.
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Sunday, May 10, 2009
Acne Scar Treatment - How to Get Rid of Unsightly Acne Scars
By Arturo Ronzon..
The first step towards a noticeable solution of adult acne vulgaris is to understand the basis of acne formation. The dermatitis occurs when the sebaceous glands underlying the hair follicles of the skin overproduce sebum. The sebum oozes out of the pores of the skin, get intermingled with the dead epithelial cells from the outer layer of skin and chemical reaction leads to the development of hard red pilings called comedones. These clog the pores and are often quite painful. If the inflammations are pus filled and white, these are called as whiteheads, or if these turn black due to contact with the oxygen in the air, these are known as blackheads. The clogged hair follicles get saturated with sebum and swell up, get infected by bacteria and cause inflammations known as pimples. Eventually the pimples burst and release the contents. While the affected are heals, it often leaves scars.
Here are a few acne scar treatment methods that have been proven to be fairly effectual.
Retin A: this remedy is excellent in the treatment of skin conditions and scarring. However, due to its side effects, a medical practitioner should be consulted.
Mederma: this is a topical medicine believed to be effective in healing acne scars. The manufacturers have their own website that provides comprehensive information on the product.
Copper peptides: these comprise the modern modes of treatment and have gained widespread popularity. Detailed information is available on the official website of this scar treatment product.
Before beginning any treatment, one should ascertain which procedure will suit them best. A dermatologist should be consulted prior to trying out any medication. A wide variety of treatments are offered, and because of this some research work on the efficacy of such procedures is imperative.
Selection of the right treatment depends on a variety of factors, including the severity of scarring and the amount one can afford to spend. OTC ointments and creams may help deal with superficial scarring. Prescription medicines and advanced scar treatment procedures like laser therapy might be needed in extreme cases. Results often vary from one person to another.
Most health insurance companies treat the acne vulgaris and acne scar treatments as cosmetic procedures, and hence these treatments have to be paid for out of pocket. anyhow modern dermamycosis scar treatment methods have become extremely affordable and everyone can make use of the benefits of such treatment procedures. - acne scar treatment
Want to learn more about Acne Scar Treatment?, feel free to visit us at: http://www.acne-land.info/Articles/Acne_Treatment.php
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The first step towards a noticeable solution of adult acne vulgaris is to understand the basis of acne formation. The dermatitis occurs when the sebaceous glands underlying the hair follicles of the skin overproduce sebum. The sebum oozes out of the pores of the skin, get intermingled with the dead epithelial cells from the outer layer of skin and chemical reaction leads to the development of hard red pilings called comedones. These clog the pores and are often quite painful. If the inflammations are pus filled and white, these are called as whiteheads, or if these turn black due to contact with the oxygen in the air, these are known as blackheads. The clogged hair follicles get saturated with sebum and swell up, get infected by bacteria and cause inflammations known as pimples. Eventually the pimples burst and release the contents. While the affected are heals, it often leaves scars.
Here are a few acne scar treatment methods that have been proven to be fairly effectual.
Retin A: this remedy is excellent in the treatment of skin conditions and scarring. However, due to its side effects, a medical practitioner should be consulted.
Mederma: this is a topical medicine believed to be effective in healing acne scars. The manufacturers have their own website that provides comprehensive information on the product.
Copper peptides: these comprise the modern modes of treatment and have gained widespread popularity. Detailed information is available on the official website of this scar treatment product.
Before beginning any treatment, one should ascertain which procedure will suit them best. A dermatologist should be consulted prior to trying out any medication. A wide variety of treatments are offered, and because of this some research work on the efficacy of such procedures is imperative.
Selection of the right treatment depends on a variety of factors, including the severity of scarring and the amount one can afford to spend. OTC ointments and creams may help deal with superficial scarring. Prescription medicines and advanced scar treatment procedures like laser therapy might be needed in extreme cases. Results often vary from one person to another.
Most health insurance companies treat the acne vulgaris and acne scar treatments as cosmetic procedures, and hence these treatments have to be paid for out of pocket. anyhow modern dermamycosis scar treatment methods have become extremely affordable and everyone can make use of the benefits of such treatment procedures. - acne scar treatment
Want to learn more about Acne Scar Treatment?, feel free to visit us at: http://www.acne-land.info/Articles/Acne_Treatment.php
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Arturo_Ronzon http://EzineArticles.com/?Acne-Scar-Treatment---How-to-Get-Rid-of-Unsightly-Acne-Scars&id=507567
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