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Preventing Adult Acne
When most people think of acne they associate it with teenagers although many adults suffer from acne as well. Adult acne affects 25% of all adult men and 50% of adult women at some time in their adult lives. And even though not all adults may suffer from acne, most have had a zit or two in their adult lives. People can develop unpleasant acne or have an acne recurrence in their 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond. It can be difficult to cope with no matter your age, and can cause depression and social anxiety in an adult, affecting adults the same way it can effect teens.
Acne occurs when the oil glands under hair follicles get plugged up, inflamed, or infected. Frequently the glands secrete too much of a thick waxy lubricant called sebum that keeps your skin healthy. Too much Sebum can block the pores and cause bacteria to thrive. When the follicles are irritated it can result in red bumps, whiteheads and blackheads In more serious cases, cystic acne can occur. This type of acne is characterized by pus-filled cysts and deep nodules form around the inflamed follicles. Cystic acne can be very painful and can cause severe scars to the skin which can be hard to get rid of, even after the acne is gone. So what is the solution? The answer may be as individual as we are. A good start is to wash your pillows and towels weekly. Bacteria can easily thrive in these warm areas and can affect your skin. For women, using natural makeup that will not clog your pores is also essential, for men it is smart to stay away from strongly scented (and chemical) lotions and aftershaves. Eating healthy food is also a great treatment for acne . Making sure that you are clean on the inside will put a stop to pimples from forming on the outside. Foods rich in Vitamin B, D, and A as well as antioxidants, calcium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium will help you skin stay clear.
Even if you are one of the lucky ones who does not suffer from acne, taking extra precautions to keep your outside and inside healthy will only bring positive results. Astronutrition also carries Herpanacine which is an extremely effective skin care supplement which treat skin conditions ranging from acne to eczema and dermatitis.
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