Acne Basic Treatments

Tip: Be sure to wash your
               hair every day, an oily
               scalp or hair will
               exacerbate the acne
               infections

Whether you are treating your acne at home or under guidance of a physician, there are some basic approaches to treatment.

Cleansing and skin care
Washing the skin once or twice a day with a mild cleansing bar or liquid to keep the skin clean and minimize, sensitivity and irritation. Please consider that washing the skin more often will make the sebaceous glands to produce more oil!

Using cosmetics
Don’t be afraid to hide blemishes as long as you are using water based, oil-free or noncomedogenic products.

Using facials
While not absolutely essential, steaming and “deep cleaning” pores is useful especially for people with whiteheads or black heads.

Using pore strips
Pore strips act like facials. They are not as good, but good enough to pull out black heads and other unpleasant-material from the pores. Pore strips are cheap and easy to use today. You can find them in all pharmacies.

Shaving carefully
Men who shave and who have acne, should test both electric and safety razors to see which is more comfortable. When using a safety razor make sure the blade is sharp and clean. Softening the beard by washing through with soap and water before applying shaving cream works fine. Shave gently and only when necessary.

Avoiding a sunburn or sun tan
Sun burn and suntan may make the blemishes less visible and make the skin feel drier. How ever these are only temporary.
 

  Tip: Make sure to clean cosmetic brushes regularly
                in soapy water and throw out old, contaminated
                makeup.

• Goals of treatment