Acne Care 101: Information about Teen Acne
They are stubborn and we want them to go away. Acne is tiresome but there are ways to care for them and to treat them so they don't appear again.
Types of Acne
- Whiteheads: appears as white dots which are impacted with oil and covered in skin layers
- Papules: red spots when sebum, bacteria, and dead skin cells under the skin cause inflammation (can be sensitive)
- Pustules (pimple): yellow spots filled with white pus and can be caused by inflammation
- Cysts: When an infection goes deep into the skin and when bursts, an infection can spread. (needs help from a dermo)
Different Causes of Acne
- Hormones: Androgens elevate during puberty which causes sebaceous glands to get larger and produce more sebum.
- Medication: Certain medications can trigger the development of acne, example includes corticosteroids, testosterone, or lithium.
- Genetics: If your parents had acne, there is a high chance that you had it from their genes.
- Stress: Can worsen your acne by creating more oil in your skin
Prevention
- Choosing the right cleanser: recommended using a foam cleanser, if it is a cream cleanser you might want to lather it up on your hands.
- Be Gentle: You don't want to be rubbing your skin as this can irritate your acne. Staying away from harsh scrubs should do the trick. This does not mean you shouldn't exfoliate.
- Choose an AHA exfoliator: AHA is much gentle on your skin without too much penetration to your skin.
- No Alcohol Ingredient: Can produce more sebum as you are removing oil excessively by using alcohol. Choose a basic toner that will hydrate your face.
- Don't irritate your skin: Meaning don't pop your pimple without proper technique.
- Watch what you eat: This includes processed foods, alcohol, refined sugars, and caffeine.
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