Say Goodbye to Acne

It is now stale news that there are numerous Acne treatments available in the market today. It is also not news that this also greatly increase the level decisions we need to make regarding the treatments we choose. This could be quite a daunting assignment.

Lets review some Acne treatments available. Some common types of these topical treatments include: Alcohol based solutions, creams, foams, gels, lotions and ointments. Some of these Acne treatments are readily available but while some are only available by prescription.

For mild Acne treatments or occasional outbreaks, you would likely find treatment in your local drug store. Most over the counter medications contain some of the following ingredients and are effective for treating acne.

Sulfur: It helps in unclogging the pores and removing bacteria. It also helps reduce inflammation.

Benzoyl Peroxide: This compound causes acne to die by supplying the pores with much needed oxygen. It also causes the skin to be really dry meaning you would need a suitable moisturizer.

Tea Tree Oil: Many cleansers and toners have this oil as an ingredient. It helps kill Acne.

There are other ingredients that are effective against Acne but these other ones would be better prescribed by a dermatologist because of their strength, they should be used with care.

Accutane: This medication though very effective, should be taken with great care and never without your dermatologists prescription because it has dangerous side effects as bad as serious birth defects. It is a form of Vitamin A and it is best suited for usage for a short period of time especially for severe outbreaks.

Retin A: Also a derivative from Vitamin A and very effective, it doesn’t have the adverse side effect of Accutane. Its only down side is that it thins and dries the skin meaning that you would need to use an effective sunscreen moisturizer. It can be used for extended periods and is used Topically.

Differin: Very similar to Retin A in its application method and source derived from that is Vitamin A. It is however less drying than Retin A though you still need a good sunscreen. If you use Retin A and discover that it is unsuitable for your skin, Differin would be a good alternative.

Antibiotics: It attacks the troublesome bacteria in the pores. However if used for extended periods, you could develop resistance to it so DO NOT use for long.

It is not strange that a product can be effective for sometime and suddenly becomes ineffective. As you use a product, you could either get resistant to it or the severity of your Acne has changed or even that another form of Acne has taken over. Whatever the case may be, be rest assured that their are enough products out their to help you tackle whatever Acne or general skin condition you face.

If in confusion, its always safe to see your dermatologist.

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By: Chimerenka Odimba

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The best natural acne treatment is exercise and diet.

I suppose most acne patients realize this but do not have the will and determination to make it work.By using natural supplements, it can also help to drastically improve your acne problems.

Although acne mediation such as benzoyl peroxide and accutane can help cure acne, it is not a long term solution. To solve the root of the problem, a natural acne treatment should be adopted.Acne drugs such as benzoyl peroxide should not be used for long periods of time as it can cause skin irritation and in some cases skin redness.

How Diet Plays A Part In Natural Acne Treatment

What you eat or drink can also prevent or cause acne.Vitamins such as Vitamin A and B6 are essential for skin care.Other minerals such as chromium and zinc are also important in preventing acne and can be found in fruits and vegetables.

Generally speaking, a person should have at least 8 glasses of water a day in order to provide sufficient fluids for the body.Drinking plenty of water also helps to expel toxins out of the body.Eating oily food stuff such as pizzas and snacks can aggravate acne problems so avoid them when you have acne.A little is ok but not too much.

Exercise As A Natural Acne Treatment

One of the causes of acne is often stress and exercise can help relieve stress in turn preventing acne.Exercising helps to relax the muscles and excess fat. It can also relieve stress. Other techniques that are useful to relieve stress are mediation and yoga.Besides exercising, it is also important that you have a healthy state of mind.

Besides proper diet and exercise, your habits are essential for a natural acne treatment process.

Examples include cleanliness. That means washing your hands before touching your face, washing your hair frequently as oily hair can aggravate acne problems.

For ladies, cosmetics can contain damaging chemicals to your face when used for long periods of time.

If you are a smoker or an alcoholic, try to cut down or stop it completely.

The best natural acne treatment begins from the inside out. You need to take care of your body and be healthy in order to get rid of acne.

By: Ricky Lim

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We’ve all had those mornings, waking up to meet the ‘mac daddy’ of zits or finding a red tide of acne. It’s usually on a big day too– before your date with a new guy or girl or, God forbid, the day of the prom. Emergency-cover-up mode is not a fun place to be, but until your acne care prevents breakouts, you won’t have much choice.

So what kinds of cover-up tricks do you use? We’ve seen guys and girls use tricks of all kinds, from real simple to real silly.. Makeup? Hats? Weird clothing? Wild hairstyles? How do YOU cover up acne? And how far are you willing to go?

Whether your cover up is simple or elaborate, treat your blemishes before putting other products on them. A cream or spot treatment with benzoyl peroxide and organic ingredients like aloe vera and myrtle targets bacteria and offsets dryness or irritation. After that first important step, you might want to try tricks like these:

Makeup tricks: from tried and true to new

You may have used makeup to hide zits, but have you tried disguising your acne by working with it, instead of against it? That’s what Tyra Banks did. She used an eyebrow pencil to make a pimple look like a mole, a la Cindy Crawford. That only works with a single pimple, but it’s pretty creative.

Using makeup is the best and the easiest way to hide acne. There are many tips on how to use it as a cover up and they usually include:

- The big three: concealer, liquid foundation (that’s skin-colored coverup for you guys) and powder. Tips that use these three are repeated often because they work. And with the variety of color shades available, it’s almost impossible not to find a shade that’s right for you.

- Mineral powder (finely milled powder). New mineral powders on the market are becoming more popular with men, because they’re easy to use (all you need is a brush) and do a great job of covering up.

- Our tip: makeup applicators like sponges, puffs, concealer applicator sticks and brushes can harbor bacteria. Do yourself a favor by using clean fingertips, Q-tips, cotton balls or disposable sponges and puffs instead. Wash your makeup brushes often too.

Fashion mistakes. Or are they?

If makeup’s not your style, try experimenting with clothes, hats and accessories. You might risk getting on the neighborhood’s “worst dressed” list, but if they say faux-pas, we say who cares?

- Tempted to use the celebrity-in-hiding look? It doesn’t really work for celebrities, but maybe it’ll work for you. Big shades and a baseball cap (or hoodie) won’t hide the acne, but with the right attitude, this look could scream “stay away.”

- Winter clothes can be bulky and distracting. Scarves and hats usually accentuate the face, but if you work it right, they could also divert the eye with unusual styles or colors (Russian-style tundra hat anyone?). Just don’t wear a red scarf. It’ll highlight red skin.

- Hair styles that scream or screen. Another way to distract is with wild hair, funky styles or loud colors. Or try to cover acne with full bangs, long lengths and wispy hair. Be careful with hair products that might contribute to the skin problem though.

- Other camouflage. Few people can get away with more extreme wear like masks, veils or coverings. So unless you’re an operating room nurse, enjoy the sport of fencing, live in a SARS-infested area of Asia, or work on a hazmat team, don’t do it unless you’re going for a laugh.

The best tip of all

The best way to get rid of acne is with prevention. Get out in front of the problem with a consistent skin care treatment that prevents breakouts in the first place. Try a free sample of Oeco’s organic acne treatment. It combines the potency of top acne medicines with the moisturizing and soothing qualities of botanical extracts. It’s our eco-friendly alternative for clear, healthy skin.

By: Jerry Work

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