Causes of acne
Acne is a skin condition caused by the pores of the skin becoming clogged up with oil, old cells and bacteria. It commonly occurs on the face, shoulders, back or chest. It may start as a few raised white bumps and develop into small pustules. In severe cases, firm, painful lumps called cysts can develop under the skin.
Anyone of any age can develop acne, but it appears more troublesome in teenagers, mainly because it can be triggered by hormonal changes. It is also worsened by some medicines and cosmetics. There is no evidence that acne is affected by fatty foods, such as chocolate, although diets high in sugar may worsen acne.
Treatment for acne
All acne is helped by regular cleansing of the skin and hair with gentle non drying cleansers that are readily available from any community pharmacy. Mild acne with blackheads and occasional small pimples will be improved by gentle cleansing. Avoid squeezing and picking at the spots as this can cause scarring.
Moderate acne may require over-the-counter preparations that dry up skin oils. More severe acne with reddened areas around the pimples, deep painful cysts or significant scarring may benefit from prescription medicines to treat these over a long period of time. Many of these medicines have side effects and advice about the use of these medicines is also available from your community pharmacist.
Acne & Pimple Treatment
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People who are using prescribed medicines to treat acne also need to cleanse their skin using the same cleansers that are used for mild acne. You can get effective treatment from your community pharmacy for all types of acne.
Acne is a condition that may affect you for many years and, unfortunately, there is no wonder cure. But the damage to your skin and self esteem can be minimised by following the treatment and advice of your local community pharmacist.
ACNE PRODUCTS
Cetaphil Dermacontrol Oilcontrol Foam Wash
Life Pharmacy Orewa
Available Sizes: 236mlSuitable for: Acne Prone SkinApplication: Face & Body Soap free foaming wash Removes excess oil Won’t block pores Hypo-allergenic Can be used in combination with acne...
Price $19.99
Thursday Plantation Concealer Blemish Stick 7Ml - Light
Life Pharmacy Orewa
Control & conceal acne, to Revloneal clearer-looking skin! Thursday Plantation Tea Tree Concealer flawlessly controls acne and conceals skin imperfections such as blemishes, pimples and skin re...
Price $16.99
Avene Acne Control Starter Kit
Life Pharmacy Orewa
Get everything you need to fight acne with Avene Acne Control Starter Kit. This comprehensive set includes Avene Cleanance Gel Cleanser, Cleanance Expert, and a Cleanance Mat Mattifying Toner, all ...
Price $19.99
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