Adult Acne
Adult Acne
Adult acne affects 25% of adult men and 50% of adult women at some point. On this page, adult acne versus adult onset acne is...
September 27, 2019
About Acne
If you have ever had a pimple, you’ve had acne. It is a hormonal and inflammatory disease that affects all ethnicities, particularly during adolescence and early adulthood, and is found primarily on the face and upper body.
Acne lesions occur when the pores of the skin become clogged, trapping skin oil and bacteria inside, leading to a variety of acne lesions, from mild acne to severe acne that can scar.
Factors that may make acne worse: genetics, hormones, physical irritation of the skin, stress, sunburns, cosmetics, and diet.
Avoid pore-clogging ingredients, and always pop correctly.
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For Females
Female Acne
Facts about female acne are explored. Premenstrual acne, pregnancy, hormonal treatment (spironolactone, cyproterone acetate). Reviews & Support.
November 23, 2019
About Acne
How to Find a Good Dermatologist for Acne
1) Search for a dermatologist in your area 2) Read online reviews and see what other people say about the dermatologist you are thinking of seeing 3) Come to your appointment prepared 4) Always listen to your gut
November 30, 2019
Ethnic Skin Acne
White Skin and Acne
What is different about white skin? How do you treat acne in white skin?
January 04, 2020
Shaving
Shaving for Acne-Prone People
Shaving the right way is an important step in staying clear for anyone who is acne-prone. Make sure you choose the right shaving cream/foam and razor/blades.
January 28, 2020
About Acne
What Is the pH of Human Skin?
Our skin tends to be slightly acidic, with a pH Between 4 and 6. Facial tends to be slightly more acidic than elsewhere on the body, with a pH between 4.5 and 5.5. It is important for acne-prone people to keep the pH of their skin in its natural acidic pH range, which means avoiding alkaline soap.
January 29, 2020
Diet
How to Get Enough Omega-3 In Your Diet
Eating enough wild, fatty, cold-water fish to get the omega-3 fatty acids that the body needs is a tall order. Supplementing with fish oil pills (or micro-algae pills) is an easy way to get your omega-3 levels up. Choose a reputable brand and you should be good to go.
January 29, 2020
Hormones
Hormones and Acne - Testosterone and Estrogen
An increase in androgens (male hormones present in both males and females) is necessary for acne development. This is why acne develops at puberty in...
January 30, 2020
Sun Exposure
Active Ingredients in Sunscreen in the United States
There are 17 active sunscreen ingredients approved for use in the United States, but only 8 of them are commonly found in sun-protection products. These 8 include titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, avobenzone, oxybenzone, homosalate, octisalate, octocrylene, and octinoxate.
January 30, 2020