It has been estimated that almost 50% of adult women experience acne flare ups during premenstrual period and pregnancy and there is nothing abnormal about it. During pregnancy the serum level of male hormones, androgens, goes on top giving rise to a sudden hormonal imbalance in female body. This erratic upsurge of male hormones influences [...]
Salicylic Acid is a Beta Hydroxy Acid. Salicylic Acid is very commonly used for treatment of acne and especially gives very good results with whiteheads and blackheads. Let us understand about how Salicylic Acid treats acne, how to use it and what are the precautions that need to be taken.Salicylic Acid dissolves the protein that [...]
Are you tired of not seeing any results from all those “over the counter” acne treatments? Do you wish you could finally get rid of acne once and for all? The good news for you is that you no longer have to settle for all those “over the counter” acne treatments. With the help of [...]
Acne is an inflammatory skin problem that is visualized by pimples on the face, chest and or back. The problem affects 20% of women. It occurs when the pores of the skin become blocked with oil, dead cells or bacteria.The most common form of acne is Acne vulgaris. When the oil glands in the skin [...]
Looking into the mirror sometimes you might be thinking of those ugly acne breakouts which you had left far behind in the days of adolescence. You got a healthy and glowing skin after removing those blemishes root and branch. But since you have become pregnant surprisingly you are facing the emergence of acne lesions once [...]
Acne is a skin condition caused by over secretion of sebaceous glands. Excessive hormone secretion from the body causes oil and dead cells to get mixed up and they end up blocking skin pores. Bacteria develop in those areas causing inflammation and pain in some cases, and this condition is commonly known as acne. Acnes [...]
Quick question…Have you ever had really bad acne?I mean the kind of acne that is all over you.Like on Your face, or your shoulders, or your neck?If you ever have? You have come to the right place. The fact is, there are thousands and thousands of people, (adults and teenagers) who go through life everyday, [...]
In the first part of this article, we found out about the qualities of an acne cleanser and the meaning of hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic products. In this part we will find out about the active ingredients that are used in acne cleansers.First of all, let us find out why acne cleansers are called so? How [...]
Adolescents are the primary victims of acne. This is because of the production of *** hormones and that in turn can induce the sebaceous glands (oil producing glands) to work overtime. The oil and dead cells get clogged underneath the skin resulting in acne. Since the main cause of acne is excess hormones, acne can [...]
Many acne solutions claim to be effective but the problem is on how you distinguish those tips and suggestions. The following are 5 alternative acne solutions. However, it is best that you consult your dermatologist before choosing to perform self-treatment on your acne.1. Clean your face with a mild cleanser together with lukewarm waterDo not [...]
If you want to get rid of acne, it is important that you know what type of acne you are suffering from. This will enable you to seek the correct treatment. Many people are confused and this is expected. Because acne itself is a complex condition and comes with many variations. For example, people may tend [...]
Looking into the mirror sometimes you might be thinking of those ugly acne breakouts which you had left far behind in the days of adolescence. You got a healthy and glowing skin after removing those blemishes root and branch. But since you have become pregnant surprisingly you are facing the emergence of acne lesions once [...]
There are many allegations as to the causes of acne. As technology and science help us find the actual roots, we are able to dispel many of the misconceptions surrounding acne. However, the myths still persist. Here are some more commonly known myths:Myth: Acne is caused by poor hygiene. Lack of cleanliness is not the [...]
Acne is a common skin condition affecting adolescents and sometimes adults too. Acne is caused due to the blockage of skin oil pores (sebum glands) which causes inflammation in the skin. This inflammation gets readily infected by bacteria present in the skin. There are many ways to treat acne. Most acne cleansers are available over [...]
Benzoyl peroxide for acne treatment is almost known to all. But salicylic acid is gaining fast popularity as the acne-healing agent in the present times. Most acne removal cosmetics that are medically approved nowadays contain salicylic acid as an important ingredient.Many manufacturers of acne treatment ointments have left the use of benzoyl peroxide and substituted [...]
