Looking after your Skin after Acne
It is often assumed that acne is only suffered by teenagers who are experiencing puberty. However this isn’t always the case, it has been known for people in their 20’s to breakout in acne. Therefore it is prudent to be aware of various treatments and methods of controlling your acne.
Acne can commonly be seen by the appearance of pimples on the skin, although usually found on the face it is possible for acne to appear on most parts of the body. Acne is mainly caused by the pilosebaceous gland being overactive which means that more oil is produced than usual. This extra oil then combines with bacteria and dead skin cells. The pores in the skin then become clogged with the excess oils which then leads to a swelling of these areas.
If it is not treated early, acne can develop into scarring. This is more likely to happen if you scratch the acne because it will become inflamed. The best way to counter this is to treat it as early as possible and not scratch the acne. Acne can sometimes develop into blackheads or whiteheads which can be very irritating and painful. Sometimes though the spots will stay red.
It has not beeen proven by research yet, but it has been suggested that the chances of acne appearing is proportional with factors such as stress, humidity and tiredness. Hence the rationale behind the use of chemicals on the face, these chemicals can further inflame and irritate the skin.
Please remember to check with your Doctor or Medical consultant before applying creams to your skin, some creams can be very effective in the treatment of acne but it is best to check first. If possible, seek medical advice as soon as possible when your acne appears.
You have much more chance of getting effective help the earlier you receive a prognosis. You will have a good chance of being prescribed medications that help control your acne if it is still in the development stages when you see a Doctor. As tempting as it may be, try not to squeeze the pimples. This only acts to spread the infection as well as causing a swelling in the affected areas of the skin. You are also much more likely to develop scars as a result of your acne if you squeeze the pimples.
As mentioned earlier on, acne is caused by an excess of oil on the skin which clogs up the pores and combines with bacteria, therefore it is advisable to avoid oily cosmetics. If you are looking for types of makeup to wear, try to find water based ones that will be softer on the skin. As always remove this makeup at night.
