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Acne Treatment Help

Acne is a skin disorder which is characterized by the presence of blackheads, white heads, or pimples that block the pores of our skin.  First off I would like to start by saying that acne is not a result of dirty skin or poor hygiene practices.  If you have acne now, patience with your skin probably isn’t only your list of virtues. Yes, don’t get me wrong, your acne can be aggravated by – excessive dirt and oil on the surface of the skin – hormonal changes caused by menstruation or pregnancy – stress – certain drugs such as testosterone or cortisone and acne tends to be more prominent in some families than others, it is hereditary.

Acne occurs when there is an increase production of the male sex hormone, testosterone it stimulates the skin to produce a larger quantity of sebum or in easier terms, oil.  Testosterone also stimulates the cells that line our hair shafts and produce keratin, keratin is a tough protective skin protein that can block our passage of seburn from our pores.  Testosterone byproduct “dihydrostestosterone” thickens the skin and toughens its underlying tissues. 

Conventional medical treatments for acne include antibiotics and large does of vitamin A.  Each has its own draw backs.  Antibiotics are effective only if we take them for long periods but can lead to stomach and digestive disturbances  along with many other problems such as resistance.  Vitamin A supplements are generally very safe when you follow the prescribed directions, but can cause liver damage in overdose and birth defects, if there is an unknown and/or unexpected pregnancy.  Keep in mind that Accutane (Isotretinoin), a drug that is prescribed for sever acne patients, causes miscarriage and multiple birth defects if taken during pregnancy, as well as liver problems, eyes, ears and skeletal system.

Natural Acne Herbal Treatments do not carry these risks.  Some Acne Herbal Treatments are applied externally, while other herbs and formulas are taken internally.  For best results use both type of topical and internal treatments. With just a few treatments you can see the dramatic improvement on the area affected by acne. (List of Beneficial Herbs)

You should stay away from junk and processed food as there is evidence they can cause acne to worsen.  Products containing  benzyl peroxide are considered the best over the counter acne product available today.  The content in natural acne products are herbs and natural oils like Tea Tree Oil which is antibacterial cleaner, Lavender Oil to counter acne and prevent oil and Rosewood oil a strong acne treating agent. But remember that these natural acne home remedies can also be kinder to your skin than their manufactured counterparts, which can ultimately have a more healthful effect on the condition of your skin.

A natural acne treatment which deals with the cause of acne and not just the symptoms of it is best. When this occurs, pre-existing acne can become even more irritated, which in turn prolongs the problem.  Acne treatments are always done on the basis of severity of condition.
Cosmetic preparations containing lanolin and paraffin are known to exacerbate acne. Remember not every popular adult acne product work well for everyone.

If you continue to have acne then you continue to have acne scarring, therefore by first eliminating acne breakouts you will help to decrease the chance of more acne scarring. Let’s look at the connection of the cleansers, creams, and acne cosmetics you’re currently using, and see why some may not work to prevent your acne breakouts or increased blackheads.