I probably do not need to give you an introduction to acne, because I am pretty sure that if you are reading this blog, you know just how frustrating it really can be. But below, I am going to give you 12 facts about acne that you probably haven’t heard before…
# 12
Acne is another word for clogged pores. When skin sheds the cells, all of the dead skin cells do not go away. They have a tendency to sometimes get stuck on the skin where they mix with the natural oil. When this happens, your pore gets blocked and stuff such as bacteria and excess oil gets stuck in the pore. This in turns causes acne.
#11
The way to treat your acne problem would be to exfoliate those dead skin cells. Wash your skin regularly using oil free cleanser that contains salicylic acid in the morning. This is going to help get rid of those cells that clog those pores. If you are dealing with property already, then use something that has benzoyl-peroxide in it at night as this willhelpkillthebacteria.
#10
If you already have acne, then you do not need to wash I five times each day. Scrubbing it with a wash cloth or harsh exfoliant is only going to irritate it even more. Using a product that has salicylic acid in it will help to gently get rid of those skin cells.
#9
Try new products out for about two weeks. In order for something to work, you have to give it a chance to work. You cannot use it for a couple of days and expect the acne to disappear completely. Make sure you use the products only as directed. If no product seems to work with you, then you may want to visit a dermatologist before choosing the next product.
#8
A dermatologist could prescribe you a high-tech cleanser or cream that kill bacteria for months.
#7
When you visit your dermatologist, you could ask for prescription oil control medication. If you have excess oil, then you will more than likely have visible, large pores. When you have large pores, your skin is more prone to acne.
Wow great research!
I learnt a bunch of stuff today (:
That’s great stuff Melanie especially for women like me. I’m 24 and acne’s still got it’s claws firmly attached to my back. Love the top image btw :D
Thanks Melanie for this great article :)
Sheila,
You seem to havenice skin from the pics love :)
Xannyyy,
Lol! Well I think the camera’s flash has something to do with it. I have ok skin really but there are these in-between phases where my skin goes nuts. I hate going out with pimples on my face. ANd I’m scared to try makeup on it because I think it’ll make it worse or something.
Some of these are true, but they seem not to work on me, Don’t know why!! :S
Sheila,
Me too!
I know what you mean but I can’t stay without my make up. You’re surly helping your skin by leaving it to breath without all the staff on your face. But I guess I wouldn’t feel that comfy showing my scars and rediness! :S
Hi everyone!
I had cystic acne and even though I went to see several different dermatologists, I still couldn’t get rid of the acne. The one day I was searching on the internet and found this website (www.abateacne.com) and decided to order their product (Bioskinforte) and the results were amazing. After just a few weeks, my skin is completely different – it’s clear and smooth again. The redness is gone and so is the soreness. There is still a little bit left on my forehead (where the worst of it was) but I’m sure after another week it will have said good bye too. I love this stuff and wanted to let anyone who is suffering from severe acne know – there is hope without using dangerous chemicals and prescriptions.
Hi Kathleen,
Never heard of it but thanks for sharing! My only suggestion while buying any product online especially those for acne is to read plenty of reviews online. And not on the website of the product ofcourse.
Kathleen,
Thanks for that :)
I never knew about the products but I will search them online, maybe they can help. Just one question.. When your face clears, will you continue to use them?