Acne Skin Care and Treatment Products

Acne is a very common skin disorder which often manifests in different types of skin eruptions or bumps. The bumps can either be pimples, cysts, whiteheads or blackheads. Acne can affect almost everyone, however this disorder is more prevalent in teenagers and young adults.

The reason why teenagers often get acne is because of the hormonal changes which often come with puberty. Acne often forms in areas like the face, back, chest or shoulders, where there's a high concentration of sebaceous glands, which produce sebum, or the oil which lubricates the skin.

Is There A Complete Cure For Acne?

Most dermatologists and doctors agree that acne is a complex concern, and while there may be no complete cure for it, there are a lot of treatment options though. Treating acne takes a lot of time and patience. However, the good thing is that every acne case can successfully be controlled. Most mild acne cases actually be treated at home, using readily-available over-the-counter medications and good, old natural or herbal remedies.

Commonly-Used Acne Skin Care And Treatment Products

For moderate to severe forms of acne, a number of skin care and over-the-counter treatment products are available. Among these include benzoyl peroxide and salycilic acid. A number of exfoliating agents are also available for quick acne treatment. Exfoliating agents contain ingredients which generally remove a thin layer of affected skin, or peel off the superficial skin layer, and remove dead skin cells which block the underlying pores.

These also contain moisturizing agents which help to counter the dehydrating effects of an exfoliation compound. Exfoliating agents are over-the-counter products, which don't require any prescription. Topical creams and gels also work well in containing acne. Most acne gels and creams contain ingredients like benzoyl peroxide, which eliminates acne-causing bacteria and plugs skin pores too.

Topical & Oral Antibiotics For Acne

Topical and oral antibiotics are also great for eliminating acne. Among the popular antibiotic creams include doxycycline, minocycline, tetracycline, erythromycin and clindamycin. However, the use of oral antibiotics must be monitored by your physician, because excessive use can trigger adverse reactions, or may lead to the development of antibiotic-resistance bacteria. Topical retinoids are also considered as effective anti-acne treatments. Among th epopular retinoids include adapalene, tazarotene and tretinoin. Topical retinoids are generally used for normalizing affected skin follicles.

In order to help prevent the build-up of acne, wash your face every day with mild soap and warm water, to wash away dirt, excess oil and dead skin cells. Never wash your face with a hard wash cloth, because scrubbing your face may actually help to irritate the skin and pores, and allow acne to build up. If you're wearing sunscreen or makeup, make sure that you only use oil-free or non comedogenic products, which do not clog the pores.

Stan Morse is a skin care expert and author, with a 21 year old son and a 15 year old daughter, both with that dreaded Teenage Acne problem. His website, Acne Faqs, provides more detailed information on www.acne-faq.net/articles Skin Care and Treatment Products. The Acne report titled "The Natural Way To Get Rid Of Your Acne" and a complete 15-part email course are available, free of charge, at www.acne-faq.net Acne-Faq.net - the course covers not only treatments, but also several other unique tips & tricks for skin care.