How to get rid of pimples on your skin?
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Acne, though commonly observed in teens, can happen at any age. Apart from the face, it can also happen on the neck and back.
What can be done to cure it? At first, try over-the-counter products containing salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide.
Benzoyl peroxide is the most commonly used acne solution and is known as one of the most efficient ones in the market. If you are suffering from mild non-inflammatory forms of acne, benzoyl peroxide is considered to be exceedingly efficacious.
Nonetheless, there are some minor side effects. It can result in dry skin. If you feel too much dryness, stop applying the treatment for a while and then, administering a lower concentration of benzoyl peroxide, try out again.
Salicylic acid works effectively on non-inflammatory cases of acne and it begins by exfoliating the dead skin, thus keeping the pores of the skin pour and forestalling plugging. When nothing plugs the pores, your chances of getting whiteheads and blackheads reduce drastically. The side effect of this acne solution is that it can result in skin irritation. Users have complained of dryness, stinging or burning sensation, and flaking and peeling of the skin.
If there are no visible results in a few weeks, talk to your family physician about prescription acne treatments, such as antibiotics, retinoids and adapalene (Differin).
Antibiotics prevent bacteria from growing and spreading in the body. Although results become visible quicker, antibiotics are commonly not favored by patients, as they bring on side effects, such as indigestion, discoloration of the skin, lightheadedness and photosensitivity.
For severe forms of cystic acne, your family doctor may prescribe isotretinoin (Accutane) or may refer you to a dermatologist. Since grave side effects are possible, males and females taking Accutane should be cautiously monitored by their doctors. If other acne solutions appear ineffective, laser or light therapy may be used.
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