Acne Pimple Treatment
However, the most commonly used acne treatments in the United States are over the counter acne medications. They are generally inexpensive when compared to prescription medications, and some work very well.
Benzoyl peroxide is the most commonly used over the counter acne medication, and for good reason; Benzoyl peroxide is one of the most effective acne treatments available.
Benzoyl Peroxide
There are many over the counter acne creams containing benzoyl peroxide that may be used in mild to moderate acne care. Commonly found in the form of a gel or cream, this is applied two to three times daily to the affected area for best effect. The key is consistent use, as it can take up to six weeks before full effects are seen.
Whiteheads occur due to sebum, oils and cellular fragments, which combine and become rigid to form unbreakable plugs inside the hair follicle. Whiteheads are closed from the top of the skin by the cellular fragments at the follicle opening. Due to the closed top surface, whiteheads are not exposed to oxygen. Oxidization does not take place and the whiteheads do not turn brown. They appear light yellow in color and are also termed as milia. In combination with bacteria, these whiteheads can cause acne and in severe cases lead to cystic acne.
Don’t fall prey to the heresays. There are a ton of acne myths that over time have mislead and misguided many and you should not believe them. You may think a particular diet, stress, anger and frustration would lead to acne. You might have also heard that exposure to sun would cure your acne. All these are false.
Bad Habit 1: Always touching your face.
Let’s get real, our hands pick up a combination or dirt and/or bacteria by touching many different things and surfaces throughout the day. Using those same hands to
touch and rub the face frequently only means transferring such bacteria onto the skin whenever you touch your temple, rub the forehead or rest your chin on your hands while at work.
What is Acne?
Acne, also known as “Acne Vulgaris” is a skin problem that affects teenagers and young adults especially women in their 20’s. It can appear on the skin as whiteheads, blackheads, pimples (zits), pustules, cysts(deep pimples or boils or congested pores (comedones) usually occuring where there are many oil glands around the face, chest and back.
