Three Things Not To Do With Acne

There are around 50 million Americans who suffer from various degrees of acne. This skin condition is an extremely common complaint among teenagers.

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There are many causes of acne. While it is normally the young and prepubescent who have this condition, many adults can still get it. That being said, it is important that patients recognize a few things they should not do with their acne:

Quitting too early: Many acne treatments take several weeks to fully work. The skin is the largest organ in the body and takes weeks to regenerate and react to treatments, especially if these are topical. It may be upsetting for many patients; acne comes on so fast yet takes time to heal. Dermatologist say it takes around six to 12 weeks to see any form of result. As such, patients are asked to be patient with their medicine.

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Popping them: This is absolutely the worst thing one could do with their acne. There are specialized tools and procedures dermatologists use to safely pop acne. However, doing this on one’s own can cause the wound to worsen. Oil from the fingers could push further bacteria into the skin and can affect the efficacy of any medicine being used. As irritating as acne can be, patients are asked to leave them alone.

Overmedicating: It is tempting to use different products all at once. This could be problematic. Many acne medications contain active ingredients that slough off layers of skin. They leave the skin sensitive to other forms of medication that are necessary for effective healing. Using too many products can destroy several layers of skin and make the skin more vulnerable to other conditions.

It is recommended to strictly follow the treatment regimen set by one’s dermatologist.

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