Acne Information

41. Benzoyl Peroxide By Danna Schneider
    Benzoyl peroxide is probably the most common acne fighting ingredient found in over the counter topical gels, creams and face washes.This chemical mixture can be fairly effective topically in treating very mild acne in my opinion, but it just doesn't cut it for more severe acne that is usually related to hormonal imbalances or high stress levels.This more severe and "deeply rooted" cystic-type acne is much more stubborn and usually requires a more agressive oral treatment aimed at calming horm…



42. Are You Addicted To Your Acne Trigger? By Naweko San-Joyz
    An acne trigger is any thought, location, feeling, food, emotion, response, drink, drug, memory and/or experience that sets off a series of hormonal reactions in your body that ultimately result in an acne formation.If a food or drink is the culprit behind your acne breakouts you may actually be addicted to your preferred culinary delight. The allergy addition could stem from the body’s response to frequently consumed allergens. During an allergic response, the body releases endorphins. These …



43. Acne Sufferers: Should You Use An Astringent? By Jessica Kihara
    Yes - you should definitely use an astringent. This is especially true if you wear makeup. Using a toner will help to get some of the “leftovers” out of your pores. Less stuff in your pores = less breakouts!However, you must be careful about what type of astringent or toner you use. Get the wrong type and you’ll end up being flaky, oily, or (most likely) both. As a rule of thumb, if you see a commercial with teenage actors and an astringent, don’t buy that product! Yes – even if you’re a…



44. Why You Will Never Achieve Long-Lasting Acne Free Skin With The 'External' Acne Treatments Today By Houa Yang
    Most of the acne treatments out there just don’t have what it takes to get rid of acne.This is simply because most (or shall I say all) of the acne treatments out there are doing, is just masking the symptoms of acne. And doing absolutely nothing to stop the real cause of acne. Therefore, once you stop using acne treatment, acne will come back again and again every time you stop using it.This is why acne sufferers continue buy acne treatments month after month (year after year).And in some cas…



45. Adult Acne Treatment – To Treat a Condition That No-one Talks About By Peter Crump
    Acne is the most common skin complaint in the world. And it is not restricted to teenagers. Adult acne is a common but rarely discussed complaint that is thought to affect around 25% of adult men and up to 50% of adult women at some time in their adult lives. And adult acne treatment is often sought although the cause, namely the existence of the acne, is rarely talked about. Adult acne treatment is very common.As with other types of acne including teenage acne, the exact causes of adult acne …



46. Proven Acne Medications By Greg Podsakoff
    There are a plethora of acne medications currently on the market. Some of these are prescription medications, such as accutane. Others are over the counter chemical compounds, such as benzoyl peroxide. There are even herbal based acne medications, such as tea tree oil. However, many of them are not as effective as advertised.Part of the problem with finding the right acne medication is that there is no “one size fits all” when it comes to acne. Different people respond differently to the vario…



47. Herbal Acne Remedies By Danna Schneider
    Remember the angst ridden acne years of your youth? Or perhaps you are still a youth. By youth, I mean either adolescent or teenaged. So many people today suffer from teenage and adult acne. The effect acne has on your self esteem can be devastating, especially at a young age, when appearance seems so important, and people can be cruel. The new herbal acne remedies are now changing that scenario for many teenagers, and is also helping many people suffering with acne into adulthood to perm…



48. Acne Program – Step 7 Fruits You Should Eat By Rudy Silva
    Eating fruits that are red or orange in color will help improve you skin health and help to prevent acne. Here are the fruits you should be eating.* Apples – eat 3 – 4 apples a day while working to clearing your acne. Apples are good for skin health. Eat at least 2 a day. Eat organic apples because you can eat the skins and most pectin is in the skin, which helps with constipation. Apples contain ascorbic acid, bioflavonoids, fiber, pectin, quercetin, minerals, and vitamins* Apricots – e…



49. Isotertinion (Accutane) Treatment For Acne By Alvin Poh Hee Kwang
    Isotretinoin is actually the generic term for Accutane. It is a synthetic Vitamin A derivative that creates a potentially long lasting change in the cells, lining the pore. This change allows cells to slough off naturally with clumping and plugging the pore.Using Accutane, the pores will not become plugged and hence oil can flow freely to the skin surface. Also the amount of oil is reduced as Accutane temporarily re-regulates the oil gland to produce less. And the beauty of using Accutane i…



50. Acne -- Prevention And Treatment By David Perzman
    Acne is the most common skin related ailment in the United States, and although it is non-lethal it can have very detrimental psychological effects due to its highly visible nature and the scarring it can cause on the skin. Acne can effect all age groups but it is most prominent in the 12-24 age group.Acne is most common among teenagers. It is caused when excess oil on the skin (which is ordinarily absorbed or let out of the pores) clogs the pores causing sores which are often called pimples, …



51. Acne Cure, How to Cure Acne By Stein Ove Stien
    Acne is a common skin condition that is not restricted to any age group or sex. Acne may appear for any length of time. But one should not forget that Acne is not a disease and can surely be cured!Conventional acne medications may be topical-applied directly to the skin, or they may be systemic-taken internally. Unlike medication treatments, the effects of acne surgery are usually more immediate.An acne condition can be improved and eventually controlled, monitored or improved by a professiona…



52. Acne Treatment Tips By MD Stacener
    Acne is a broad term which includes blemishes, blackheads, and whiteheads. Acne can strike at any age. Effective acne treatments are sometimes difficult to find, and understanding acne and prevention can be frustrating. Here are some acne treatment tips that have worked for many.Although acne isn’t life threatening it can be uncomfortable and hard on your ego. There has always been a debate about the actual cause of acne. The actual cause isn’t as important as finding a cure.So is there a…



53. An Acne Herbal Hand and Footbath By Rudy Silva
    In a book I read by William L. Fischer called Hidden Secrets of Super Perfect Health at Any Age, Book II, 1986, I learn how to do herbal footbaths.In chapter 10, The F-M Circulizer System, Fischer discusses the use of an herbal footbath. After reading this chapter, I realized how herbs in a footbath could improve your skin and help you eliminate acne.This book was written in 1986 and Fischer claims herbal footbaths have been in use overseas since 1946!Now, you can do either a footbath or a han…



54. 6 Steps to Clear, Acne-Free Skin By Ron King
    6 Steps to Clear, Acne-Free SkinHundreds of medications, treatments, cleansers and cosmetics are available for people with acne, but the most important elements of an acne-fighting program won’t cost you a cent.1. Nourish your skin by eating a healthy and balanced diet.Most health care specialists agree that a healthy diet will benefit your skin. Cut down on caffeine, sugar and refined carbohydrates, all of which can activate the hormones that tell your sebaceous glands to produce more oil. A…



55. Little Addictions Can Create Big ZITS By Naweko San-Joyz
    An acne trigger is any thought, location, feeling, food, emotion, response, drink, drug, memory and/or experience that sets off a series of hormonal reactions in your body that ultimately result in an acne formation.If a food or drink is the culprit behind your acne breakouts you may actually be addicted to your preferred culinary delight. The allergy addition could stem from the body’s response to frequently consumed allergens. During an allergic response, the body releases endorphins. These …



56. Identifying The Causes For Sinus Allergies By Bill Urell
    Do your sinuses get plugged up the minute spring arrives? Do your sinus symptoms come and go with the arrival of different seasons? Do your sinus symptoms seem to increase when you are exposed to mold, dust, or animals? These sinus allergy situations are just a few examples of when sinus allergies can intensify to the point of real discomfort.Environmental elements such as dust, pollen, and mold seep into your sinuses. Your body perceives these substances as harmful and reacts by producing…



57. Accutane Side Effects: Should Depression Be A Concern? By Naweko San-Joyz
    Medical professionals and acne-pestered adolescents have no doubts about the effectiveness of the severe acne drug isotretinoin. It’s the looming possibility of side effects such as depression and fetal damage that makes people uneasy when considering using this medication.Accutane (isotretinoin) is one of Hoffman-LaRoche’s most popular and controversial pharmaceuticals. This week, a study published in the Archives of Dermatology vindicated isotretinoin from causing depression. In this report…



58. Do Staph Infections Cause Acne Breakouts? By Tim Gorman
    There is no simple answer to this question. All acne is caused by some sort of infection. It can be due to clogged pores becoming infected, or an infection under the skin that can cause acne on the surface.Staph infections can manifest themselves on the skin, in the form of eruptions that are pus-filled and look like boils. But, if the eruptions are smaller, they can be more like zits or pimples.Typically, more than one eruption will be present, and they can be present in one or more areas …



59. Reducing Acne Naturally By Dennis Hardy
    Many of us have lived through it as teenagers and young adults...ACNE...the dreaded red pimples that always seem to multiply at the absolute worst times!Before you run out and spend alot of money on over-the-counter and prescription drugs, let's take a look at some natural methods of reducing acne...Here are some tips:* Reduce your stress level.Stress can cause acne. By reducing your stress levels, you can reduce your chances of acne outbreaks. Try doing yoga or any other relaxing techni…



60. Is There A Solution For Acne? By Tim Gorman
    Are there acne solutions that really work? If you are plagued by acne this may be a question that you have asked. There are acne solutions that really work and this article will give you some ideas of what you can try so you will be able to find some acne solutions that really work.Acne solutions that really work idea #1: Check to see if you have a food allergy. Believe it or not this can be the reason for some very nasty cases of acne.Acne solutions that really work idea #2: If you have pr…



Article Index: | 1 | 2 | 3| 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16

More Articles: