by Wendy Gillan | Apr 22, 2015 | Acne, FAQ |
Although the acne breakouts are common in teen age, they can also affect adults.Women are more prone to adult acne than men. The reasons of adult acne can be: • Hormonal fluctuations during the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and even menopause in women, results in acne breakouts. • Side effects of certain medications, such as anti convulsants and steroid drugs can also cause acne in adults. • Some people may also have a genetic predisposition to acne. According to a study, 50% of adults with acne had a parent with acne. • Stress is a common cause of adult acne. Due to stress, our bodies produce more androgens, which can lead to acne. • Improper use of acne skin treatment can also sometimes worsen your acne. • Improper diet, especially a diet rich in carbohydrates can also predispose you to adult acne. You should have a diet with low glycemic...
by Wendy Gillan | Apr 10, 2015 | Acne, FAQ |
Not necessarily! Acne is triggered due to fluctuating hormones. Washing your face regularly helps to remove dead skin cells, dirt and excess oil from the skin surface. Too often to clean the skin or rubbing the skin too hard can worsen acne on the skin. A gentle and regular cleansing with soap and warm water can sometimes help you relieve from mild breakouts. You can also use some natural acne treatment for the purpose. Scrubbing too hard at your face can, in fact, aggravate your acne. Also, if you use alcohol-based astringents, your skin can dry out. Avoid touching your face or popping pimples. Washing the face frequently irritates pores and can cause them to become clogged. A cleansing device or a washcloth can add even more irritation. The best way is to wash your face very gently with bare hands and wash only twice a day....
