Acne Medicine

Shana Shane

Acne is an inflammatory disease of the skin, caused by changes in the pilosebaceous units (skin structures consisting of a hair follicle and its associated sebaceous gland). Acne is the most common skin disease in the world today. It's estimated that 90% of adolescents endure it, and that it occurs in up to 25% of all adults. Despite these staggering statistics, getting the right and successful acne medicine remains a mystery to many acne sufferers. With so many acne treatments and acne medicine available today, finding the right one can be a challenge. Take control of your acne today -- there are so much acne medicines out there and there is so much you can do about it.

The right acne medicine is available, it is a matter of being educated concerning the problem and choosing the correct approach to choosing the appropriate acne medicine. As with many conditions different people will have varying degrees of success with various medications which is why its important stay informed of your options.

When using acne medicine, more is not necessarily better. In fact, it can worsen your acne. Many over-the-counter acne medicine contain active ingredients such as benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid. Too much of either of these can cause your skin to become excessively dry or irritated which in turn may lead to more blemishes. Results are generally seen in a few weeks, but may take up to 8 weeks or more. Use the acne medicine exactly as directed, and if you don't see any improvement talk with your dermatologist.

All acne medicines are not the same. It is important to know that over-the- counter acne medicine and prescription medications all contain different active ingredients. Each acne medicine is designed to target a specific cause of acne and degree of severity as well as to accommodate a given skin type. Some acne medicines reduce oiliness, others decrease the amount of dead skin cells that are shed and still others attack the bacteria responsible for the breakouts. Some acne medicine combine two or more acne-busting agents to attack multiple causes of acne. Over-the-counter and prescription medications come in various forms that can make a difference in their effectiveness and your comfort. They can be topical (applied to the skin) or systemic (taken orally). Acne medicine and medications can come as creams, lotions, gels, solutions, pads and foam. If you have difficulty finding the right acne medicine for your skin, talk with your dermatologist who can steer you in the right direction.

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Shana writes about acne. Find out more at http://acnemedicineforu.blogspot.com

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