3 Responses for "Acne Skin Care!!!!!!!!!!!!?"

1. miley cyrus March 14th, 2010 at 3:43 am 1

   Hi Victoria.Acne – Blackheads & WhiteheadsAcne is the most common skin disease treated by physicians. It is a chronic condition that affects over 85% of adolescents and young s. One study showed that two-thirds of teenagers with acne wanted to talk to their physician about their acne, but only one-third actually did. TYPES OF ACNENot all acne is the same. Simplistically, acne can be divided into red bumps and blackheads/whiteheads. This division is important because each type is treated differently. Blackheads and whiteheads, known as comedones, can be more numerous on the face and shoulders than red bumps filled with pus. Good, consistent skin hygiene can help improve this condition. Therefore, knowing more about what causes comedones and how to treat them is a step towards clearer skin. WHY DOES ACNE OCCUR ?BLACKHEADSBlackheads, also known as open comedones, are follicles that have a wider than normal opening. They are filled with plugs of sebum and sloughed-off cells and have undergone a chemical reaction resulting in the oxidation of melanin. This gives the material in the follicle the typical black color. WHITEHEADSWhiteheads, also known as closed comedones, are follicles that are filled with the same material, but have only a microscopic opening to the skin surface. Since the air cannot reach the follicle, the material is not oxidized, and remains white. SKIN CARE FOR BLACKHEADS AND WHITEHEADSThe key to skin care for acne is consistency. An overnight cure has not been found. But using good skin care methods aids in the daily, steady improvement of follicle health. Since acne is not caused by eating certain foods, restricting the diet is not helpful. Since it is also not caused by "dirty" skin, excessively scrubbing does not help and can even make the skin more irritated. The best skin care for comedones consists of once-a-day cleansing with a mild soap or facial scrub to aid in the removal of excess sebum and dead skin cells. Oil-based makeup should not be used since these can contribute to the buildup of oil in the follicles. Water-based makeup labeled as non-comedogenic can be used safely. TREATMENT FOR BLACKHEADS AND WHITEHEADSTreatment of whiteheads and blackheads takes time. Most treatments take several weeks to months before a noticeable change is seen. BENZOYL PEROXIDEBenzoyl peroxide has an antibacterial effect and may also decrease the chemical reaction that changes the lining of the hair follicle. This may help reduce the plugging that causes comedones. Benzoyl peroxide may be used for a mild case of comedones or to help prevent formation of others. TRETINOIN (RETIN-A)Tretinoin (Retin-A, Avita, Renova) is the mainstay of treatment for whiteheads and blackheads. Tretinoin is a derivative of vitamin A and works by increasing cell turnover and reducing the "stickiness" of the sloughed cells. It helps expel the plugged material returning the pore to normal. Tretinoin can be irritating, so specific instructions on how to use it can be found here. ANTIBIOTICSPrescription topical antibiotics or oral antibiotics might be used if some of the blackheads and whiteheads are infected, but antibiotics do not help with comedones that are not infected. ISOTRETINOIN (ACCUTANE)Isotretinoin (Accutane) is used for severe cystic acne and has many side effects. It is very effective for comedones when used properly, but is not usually prescribed for mild acne of either type. EXTRACTIONExtraction may be used by a health care provider on open comedones. This process is performed using a device called a comedone extractor. This is a small, metal, circular instrument that is centered on the comedone and pushes down the surrounding skin, causing the plug to extrude. NO NEED TO SUFFERWhiteheads and blackheads are types of acne that affect many people. There are good treatment options available, so there is no need to suffer with this condition in silence. A primary care provider can initiate treatment for acne and follow mild to moderate cases. Severe cases or those resistant to treatment should be seen by a dermatologist. Regards. Take Care. Source(s): http://dermatology.about0o0com/cs/acnecome…

2. taylor lautner March 14th, 2010 at 3:43 am 2

   There is this new popular cream that people have been talking about.It prevents future and existing acne, diminishes scars, and lightens skin and blemishes. Fast results too! (It's been claimed that major results can be seen within a week and no later than two weeks)Before and After photos are available at the given ebay site.This person is providing 1-3 week trial samples (Only for ONE DOLLAR.. definitely a deal) on ebay at:Search up "Cee En's Acne Solution" on ebay. First 100 customers can get the item for $1 for one week trial and up to 3 weeks. Or you can purchase 1 month supply for $40, 3 month for $100, or 6 month supply for $150It's expensive, but the product DOES work.My sister and cousin who both have major acne have tried the product and they both give it thumbs up. I have also heard many great feedbacks about this cream. I don't have a problem with acne, but it seems to have great results on my sister who has moderate to severe acne. Her acne swelling went away overnight.check the seller's feedbacks on the creamhttp://feedback.ebay0o0com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl…I hope this helps. =)

3. selena gomez March 14th, 2010 at 3:43 am 3

   im 13 and i had bad acne……but mine was under my skin, so i had to go to the dermatologist and get pills, but right now i use neutrogena grapefruit line of products on my face and body (i have it on my chest too) and it works great! it makes my skin really smooth and clear and i love it!!!! its great for pores and not reallly bad acne! hope i helped because acne stinks!!!