Minggu, 28 Agustus 2011

8 Facts About Acne


Bumps on the surface of the skin due to acne is one of the enemy in appearance. Almost everyone has had made "dizzy" by the act of acne, especially in puberty due to hormonal influences.

Check out the myths about the causes of acne and know the facts thoroughly.

Myth: Because of a dirty face, Fact: Contrary to popular belief many people, it is rarely clean the face is not the cause of acne. Keep in mind acne occurs due to inflammation caused by a blockage.

Wash your face every day can indeed get rid of excess oils, dead skin cells and dust, but the frequency of cleaning that is too often make the condition worse. Keep the oil balance of the skin by washing using a mild soap no more than two times a day.

Myth: Caused fatty foods, Fact: fried potatoes, milk, seafood, chocolate and junk food is often blamed as the trigger acne. Though there is no scientific evidence regarding the relation thereto.

Myth: The use of cosmetics trigger acne, Fact: There are some types of cosmetics that trigger acne due to clog pores. But some cosmetics that are categorized as "non-comedogenic" or "non-acnegenic" a safe choice. Even some products have acne-preventing active substances, eg substances benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid.

Myth: High dose more quickly eliminate the acne, Fact: Once aware of their skin worsens, we usually immediately added dose of acne medication. Whereas excessive doses can be dangerous and will cause skin irritation, dry and more pimples that arise. If the drugs used do not show results within 6-8 weeks, consult a dermatologist.

Myth: Sexual activity causes acne, Fact: So far there is no scientific evidence that supports the opinion. Sexual activity and hormones expenditures are related to each other but the effects of sexual activity on the production of oil glands do not exist. Hormone levels, among others, influenced by stress and emotion.

Myth: Acne only affects appearance, Fact: Not only the appearance is affected by acne but also psychology. Someone may lose confidence and depressed because of acne is stubborn.

Myth: Pressed accelerate the healing of acne, Fact: This is also a concept that is totally wrong and dangerous. Infection may arise due to the habit squeeze pimples that spread more bacteria. Even acne scars themselves can not be lost.

Myth: Acne is only arise in adolescence, Fact: Adults also can have acne even at age above 40 years are rarely found anymore acne. In the worst case, some people may experience acne throughout their lives.

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