ADULT ACNE
Adult acne is a common condition affecting adults of all ages, including 50 percent of women and 25 percent of men. Whether you are 22 or 62, you may be prone to adult acne. The good news is City Cosmetic Clinic provide many new treatments and procedures to you.
Dr Tiong will explain to you the pathogenesis of acne such as hormonal changes as well as many contributing factors can include side effects from certain medications, cosmetic products with high oil contents, excessive sweating, stress, pregnancy, and menopause.
Blockages of bacteria and oil can build, leading to adult acne problems including pimples, inflammation, cysts, and scarring. Adult acne most often appears on the face; however, it can appear on the arms, legs, buttocks, and torso.
Adult acne can be physically painful and it can interfere with everyday life. Adults who are concerned about the first impression they make with others will be especially interested in facial acne treatments and remedies.
How is it treated?
The appropriate treatment for acne varies depending on the individual. Some of the products currently on the market include ingredients such as benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, retin-a, cleocin-t, accutane, sulfur, erthythromyicin, doxycyline and tetracycline.
But there’s more than medicine to treating adult acne.
A multifaceted approach of treatments, behaviors, and diet is often most effective. Here are a few simple strategies to help you combat adult acne:
Consult your doctor about hormonal changes.
- Protect skin from pollution with toners and moisturizers.
- Limit exposure to high humidity.
- Do not touch or scrub your face or the blemishes on your skin.
- Do not wear apparel that is tight on the face or skin, including tight collars or helmets.
- Follow a daily skincare regimen.
- Avoid exposure to sun and excessive cold.
- Select non-oily cosmetic products.
- Eat a well-balanced diet.
Skin procedures can be used for the prevention, onset, or aftermath of adult acne:City Cosmetic Clinic provides all these services.
Microdermabrasion chemical peels laser skin resurfacing (for acne scars) laser scar removal (for deeper acne marks on the face)