Title:

Acne Advice For People Wanting Blemish Free Skin

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646

Summary:
If you are serious about wanting to conquer your acne problems, this article
provides a great starting point. Effective treatment options for most acne
conditions explained in simple to understand laymans language.

Keywords:
acne, acne treatment, acne medication, cures, remedies, scars, laser, vulgaris,
rosacea

Article Body:
Acne is a disorder of the skin that affects adults as well as teens. It occurs when
follicles, or pores, become blocked. Oils, naturally present in skin, are unable to
drain and become blocked inside the follicles. Before long bacteria begins to grow.

Skin blemishes referred to as blackheads and whiteheads then begin to appear. When
the oil and bacteria that is trapped remain below the skin, the blemish is referred
to as a whitehead. A blackhead occurs when the oil and bacteria are partially
exposed. The color of the blemish turns black due to pigmentation within the skin.
Blackheads usually last far longer than whiteheads due to the fact that it takes
longer to drain.

It is believed that hormones, diet, stress and vitamin deficiency may play a role
in the development of acne. While acne includes both whiteheads and blackheads,
there are a variety of types of acne that range in severity.

Acne Vulgaris is the most common form of acne and includes everything from
whiteheads and blackheads to cysts. Acne Vulgaris may be either mild or moderate as
well as severe. The mild and moderate forms of Acne Vulgaris include common pimples
with inflammation apparent below the surface of the skin as well as blackheads.
Small red bumps that have no �head� may also be present and are known as papules.

Acne Vulgaris in its most severe form includes lesions that are known as nodules
and cysts. These are normally much larger than mild or moderate acne and may be
more painful. Nodules are usually small and hard, below the skin and do not contain
pus while cysts do. Scars can appear if Acne Vulgaris is not treated correctly.

A gentle cleanser and a benzoyl peroxide cream can be effective in treating mild to
moderate forms of Acne Vulgaris. Avoid overwashing; gently cleansing the face in
the morning and at night should be sufficient. Taking care not to touch your face
during the day and using oil free cosmetics may also help. Extreme caution should
be used in trying to �pop� pimples, as this can result in scarring. Papules (small
red bumps with no head) should never be popped or squeezed.

Acne Rosacea can easily be confused with Acne Vulgaris and often appears to be
quite similar. Most people who suffer from Acne Rosacea are adults over the age of
30. A red rash along with bumps and pimples signal the presence of Acne Rosacea,
which normally appears on cheeks, nose, forehead and chin. Blackheads are normally
not present with Acne Rosacea. This type of acne can be quite serious because when
it is left untreated it can actually cause excessive tissue to begin growing.

There are three types of extremely severe acne; all of which can be disfiguring.
Acne Conglobata usually appears in men instead of women. It is commonly found on
the trunk and limbs of the body instead of the face. Individuals normally develop
this form of acne at some point between the ages of 18 and 30. It can remain active
for several years and can be extremely difficult to treat. Dermatologists normally
use Accutane as a treatment.

Young men sometimes experience what is known as Acne Fulminans. Typical acne may be
accompanied by fever and aching joints with the onset of Acne Fulminans. Oral
steroids as well as Accutane may be used to treat this form of acne.

Women between the ages of 20 and 40 may experience what is known as Pyoderma
Faciale. This type of acne is generally confined to the face. Unlike other forms of
acne, this form does not last for years; instead its presence is normally
restricted to a year or less. It can, however; be very painful as well as
disfiguring.

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http://www.acne.lifestyle-health-news.com

Severe and extremely severe acne should be treated by a dermatologist.