Adult Acne
It’s unpleasant, unsightly and extremely annoying and yet more than 75% of adults suffer from it during some point of their lives.
It’s downright miserable at times, yet adult acne can hit at any time and at any age. Acne breakouts can develop in your 20s, 30s and 40s and even beyond. And the alarming news is dermatologists and doctors are treating more and more cases of adult acne.
“Although acne is one of the most common skin diseases, there is a general misconception that it only affects teenagers,” explained Dermatologist Dr. Julie C. Harper when talking about her study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. “As dermatologists, we treat acne patients of all ages – from those who have experienced acne since they were teenagers to others who have developed the condition for the first time as adults.”
So what’s the big deal with a few pimples during adulthood? The truth is it’s more than just a few spots. People suffering from acne, teens and adults included, are more than likely to experience anxiety and depression when compared to people without acne, less likely to participate in physical activity, according to a 2008 study, and acne treatment can lead to greater self-confidence.
Acne at any age can lead to psychological, social and physical side effects most people don’t even think about. Unfortunately, if you’re suffering with acne, you do know how damaging it can be. But with recent breakthroughs in all-natural treatments, you can end the suffering.
Acne treatments are no longer designed and marketed solely to teens. Acne treatments are being developed that work at any age and there’s never been a better time to find an acne treatment that works on adult acne.
Finding what works for your skin is the key. There are many ingredients and medications designed to fight acne, but few proven to truly fight your adult acne.
Benzoyl Peroxide has been a popular treatment for teens and is now being used more and more to treat adult acne. But problems have developed as a result. The skin can dry out and get irritated which only compounds the problem. However, recent developments have shown that benzoyl peroxide can be used safely when combined with all natural, skin soothing ingredients. Finding treatments with both can still be difficult, but there are a few available including Nanocleanse.
For severe cases of adult acne visiting your dermatologist or skincare professional may be the best idea. They may suggest a prescription option, but that should be a last resort.
Knowing you’re not alone when it comes to fighting acne can provide a little comfort, but clearing your skin is truly the only way to overcome the emotional, social and other effects of adult acne.
Adult acne is all too common, but the fact that it is left untreated is even more common and completely unnecessary. With the right treatment, you can put an end to your acne.
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I was in the stage of looking for a product that would definitely heal my acne problems. The insight of this article is good since it gave me ideas on how I could prevent adult acne from coming back. Thank you for posting.
Amy January 12, 2011 at 11:13 pm