ADULT ACNE: CAUSES AND REMEDIES

Acne can be a real problem for adults, especially women, who are more likely than men to have acne that continues into adulthood.

There are two types of adult acne:

• Persistent acne. This is acne you have beyond your mid-20s. It is usually on the lower face, especially around the mouth, along the jawline, and on the chin. Unlike the milder acne you may have had as a teenager, persistent acne often causes inflamed pimples and deep-seated nodules or cysts — painful lesions that often lead to scarring.
• Late-onset acne. Even if you sailed through adolescence with nary a zit, you can first develop acne as late as 30, 40, or even during menopause. Late-onset acne can be just as severe as persistent acne, and can affect the chest and back as well as the face.

The Causes of Adult Acne
Acne happens when oil glands secrete too much sebum, a natural moisturizer in your skin. When your pores become clogged with excessive amounts of sebum and skin cells, an infection-causing bacterium can start growing, resulting in acne.

• Medications. Some birth-control pills can help control acne — but others can make it worse. Some other common triggers are  medications used to treat epilepsy and depression.
• Genetics. 50% of adults with acne have at least one first-degree relative (a parent, sibling, or child) who has acne.
• Hormones. Fluctuations in female hormones can cause breakouts. Some women develop late-onset acne when they stop taking birth-control pills that contain estrogen and progesterone. If you get pimples when you are stressed, it might be because of overproduction of testosterone.
• Skin and hair products. Some sunscreens, hair products, and cosmetics can promote "acne cosmetica." 

Prevention Strategies
Proper skin care is essential!

• Wash your face gently. Wash your entire face 2x a day with a mild soap. Be sure to wash after exercising.
• Protect your skin. Don't pop your pimples. Also use a non-comedogenic sunscreen of at least SPF 15

* Makari's Sulphur Soap and Anti Acne Regimen Kit works really well for people with acne:

Treatments
Adult acne is more difficult to resolve than teenage acne. There are some over the counter treatments, and if those don't work then consult a dermatologist. A prescription medication might work. Treatments can be very effective and resolve almost all cases of adult acne.

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The Truth About Skincare:

Skin Myths and Facts 

Myth: Drinking 8 Glasses of Water is All I Need for Great Skin

Fact: You need to drink water, wear sunscreen, and have a good skincare regimen to keep your skin beautiful.

Myth: My Diet Causes My Acne

Fact: For the most part, acne is genetic.

Myth: Hair Grows Back Thicker When I Shave

Fact: It doesn't actually influence hair growth or thickness. The blunt hair growing from the shaft is just an optical illusion.

Myth: My Skin Will Age Just Like My Mom's

Fact: Your skin may or may not age just like your mother's, since your dad's genetics also play a role, as well as your health and lifestyle.

Myth: Falling Asleep with Makeup On Won't Affect My Skin

Fact: Cosmetic products can leave a toxic film on the skin's surface that could cause dehydration, inflammation, irritation, and clog the pores. Take time to wash your face every night.

Myth: I Won't Get Sunburned Outside if I Have a Base Tan from a Salon

Fact: When your skin color is darker than normal it means your skin has been damaged, even if you got the tan from a salon. The burning sensation may be less, but it is still damaged.

Myth: SPF Tells Me How Much Sun Protection I'm Getting

Fact: Damaging UV light is separated into two parts: UVA and UVB. SPF only measures UVB, once thought to be the only harmful part of the spectrum. A standard to measure UVA protection in the US is in the works. Until then, choose an SPF with broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection.

Myth: My General Practitioner Can Examine My Skin

Fact: Dermatologists are trained to know all about skin, hair and nails, so it's best to see a dermatologist if you have a skin problem.

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