How to Treat Mild Acne
Want to know the secret to getting rid of mild to moderate acne it is right there on a drug shelf.
Americans spent more that a hundred million dollars every year on over-the-counter acne treatments. And that little wonder, most mild to moderate cases of acne can be treated affectively with drug store cleanser scrubs and ointments. The treatment that is best for you would depend on the severity of your acne, your skin type, and the kind of blemishes you have. While screening in the drug shelves it is important to read the ingredient levels. You want the treatment that contains one of five proven acne finding compounds.
A popular acne treatment products salicylic acid dries the oil from black heads and whiter heads and slows the hading of skin cell like can black pores and cause acne. Salicylic acid is the most and versatile over-the-counter acne fighter. You spotted in everything from cleansers and scrubs like Stridex Triple Clear Acne Wipes o acne safe make-ups such as Neutrogena skin clearing oil free make-up. The strongest and most effective over the counter acne treatment contains Benzoil peroxide. Applied as the cleanser or lotion like per active. Benzoil peroxide kills harmful bacteria and clears oil and skin cells from pores. Benzoil peroxide can bleach fabric so take extra care when using it and for your sheet sake remember not apply products with this active ingredient right before bed.
Another acne fighting agent Resorcinol breakdown the structure of black head and white heads and removes excess oil. It is most often use in ointments like Clearasil where are mean to spot treat individual blemishes. Sulfur with aids acne breakdown can be combine with other acne fighting ingredients. Scientist are not sure why o it is effective but unfortunately sulfur run it is limited uses. Two ingredient using combination alcohol and acetone eliminate oil and kill acne causing bacteria. The acne fighting duo is usually found in astringents and facial washes like those made by Clean and Clear.
No matter what active ingredient is in your acne fighting agents you may notices some redness or skin irritation at first. If this is not diminished after several days discontinue using the offending products. Use over-the-counter acne treatment on all acne prone region not just individual blemishes, doing so will clear up blemishes and can help stop them from forming in the future. Continue your daily treatment even after your face clears. If you stop cleansing your skin the blemishes will usually reappear n a matter of weeks.
Remember, most acne will go away with the help of over-the-counter medications. If your acne does not respond o this treatments after four to six weeks make an appointment with your dermatologist. To consider prescription options.
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