For most, acne is a nightmare. For long-term acne sufferer, frequent outbreaks can have a huge impact on your professional and social, and appearance. Acne also causes low self-esteem and low confidence. Sad to say, there is no cure for acne although it is the most common skin problems. Having persistent acne is a gloomy reality for some. What are the common acne causes? Are there effective treatments and cures for the problem?
Managing Acne
A skin disorder known as acne vulgaris is caused by overactive oil glands which trap bacteria and result in blocked pores. These clogged pores in turn become whiteheads, blackheads, pimples, cysts, nodules, or lesions. All acne conditions are different. Some causes of acne can be managed. There are at least 4 acne causes: heredity, hormonal changes, diet, and stress.
Heredity is an acne cause that cannot be changed. Acne which is caused by hormonal changes, especially in women, can be controlled by birth control pills. In teenagers or young adults going through puberty, avoiding consumption of foods that contain sugar or white flour helps reduce insulin levels which affect the hormones. Avoid diets, such as processed foods, caffeine, carbonated beverages, fatty foods, and pasta. Eat plenty of vegetables and fresh fruits, drink plenty of water, and add natural and unprocessed foods to your diet can have great benefits to the skin.
The last acne cause, stress, can be managed too. It is beneficial to incorporate techniques of relaxation and exercises rather than allowing your work, boss, relationships, health issues, and time constraints to cause stress. Visualization, yoga, exercise, aromatherapy, and even hypnotherapy can reduce stress, and thus minimize acne breakouts.
If all else fails - managing stress, maintaining a healthy diet, avoiding the sun, plenty of rest, and a strict skin care regimen, to clear the acne, consult a dermatologist. They are able to prescribe topical or oral medications. The most successful acne treatments are retinoids and antibiotics. Dermabrasion, facials, and laser treatments are effective acne treatments as well. Acne causes change over time. Therefore, a treatment that works for teens may not work for stress-related adult acne, and vice versa. Acne treatments are something that one has to figure out what works for them.
If the above does not work, dermatologist may prescribe accutane. It is currently the only quasi acne cure. This popular medication effectively clears up acne in 60% of acne cases. However, it has potentially life-threatening side effects - birth defects and severe depression. Consult your doctor to determine if it is safe for you to take this prescription.
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