Video post – Cystic Acne Treatment Natural Amazing Discoveries Revealed

Posted by admin on Aug 1, 2010 in Everything Acne | 0 comments

www.advancesinhealth.com Cystic Acne Treatment Many people of all ages are troubled by irritating outbreaks of acne and are searching for a cure, once and for all. Very often, in cases of severe cystic acne, their search leads them to Accutane. Also known as Isotretinoin, Accutane is taken…

Acne Scar Treatment

Posted by admin on May 13, 2010 in Acne Treatment Products | 2 comments

Acne Scar Treatment

Acne is tough for all sufferers, and it’s little comfort to know that everyone gets it. Scars from acne leaving marks to remind you can be as frustrating as the pimples you endured. For many people the stigma of this scarring can be one of the hardest apects of acne to deal with. Is there anything you can do to help heal your skin while covering evidence of the acne scars?

Thankfully there are a variety of treatments available to you to help reduce the visible signs of acne scarring and the discoloration of skin pigment that can accompany it.

To understand scars, you need to understand the fundamentals of acne. Acne refers to pimples caused when the hair follicles (or “pores”) on the skin become plugged with oil and dead skin cells. A plugged follicle is the perfect place for bacteria to grow and create the red and pus-filled red bumps. Hormonal changes during the teen years often cause increased oil production that contributes to the problem. Acne comes in different forms:

• Mild acne, which refers to the whiteheads or blackheads that most of us get at various times
• Moderately severe acne, which includes red inflamed pimples and red pimples with white centers.
• Severe acne, which causes nodules – painful, pus-filled cysts or lumps – to appear under the skin

To combat acne scars that can be caused by the above listed types of acne we strongly endorse ZENMED Scar Treatment Kit. This consists of a two-step treatment. Firstly the affected area is exfoliated to remove the outermost layer of skin (dead or dying skin cells). This then prepares the skin for the ZENMED™ Skin Eraser to penetrate easier and effectively lighten and fade dark spots, freckles, and hyper pigmentation. This solution is the quickest way to remove imperfections without the bother of salons, expensive prescriptions or reconstructive methods. Use only 2-3 times a week.  Try the acne scar treatment by clicking here.

In one simple 5 minute application, you will notice:

• Fine lines diminish, skin appears younger
• Skin appears glowing and fresh
• Fine bumps disappear and skin surface is more even and smooth

After 3-4 treatments:

• Flaws such as acne scars and hyper pigmentation gradually diminish
• Collagen levels are increased causing skin to look and feel more plump and alive
• Combination skin is balanced, dry rough patches are gone

After 8-10 treatments:

• Appearance of wrinkles is minimized
• Minor imperfections are diminished
• Acne scars appear lighter and less visible

Acne scar removal

Zenmed have developed the in home dual action solution for scarring based on techniques used by dermatologists and aestheticians the world over.

ZENMED™ MicroDermabrasion Complex – The powerhouse of this system is a professional-grade blend of exfoliating ingredients. These fine-milled ingredients are then punctuated with all-natural extracts of Comfrey and Green Tea. This combination creates a gentle yet effective peeling action on the outer surface of the skin.

ZENMED™ Skin Eraser – A medicated, well-known and established skin lightening agent is blended into a natural base of healing Aloe Vera, Green Tea and Cucumber. Only needs to be applied to the affected areas to penetrate the damaged skin tissue and restore it to normalcy.

Adult Acne – Contributing Factors

Posted by admin on May 11, 2010 in Everything Acne | 0 comments

Adult Acne, contributing factors

Genetics

You may be able to find the reason for your acne by looking at your parents skin history. Genetics often play a big role in whether or not you get acne. If you have a family history of acne and you did not suffer acne as a teenager its more probable that you may suffer from adult acne. .

Hormones

The reason why most people experience acne as a teenager is mostly due to the production of a hormone called androgen which starts at the time of puberty. This hormone is responsible for enlarging the sebaceous gland, aiding in the production of excess oils and bacteria. Hormonal imbalance can occur at any time of life in males or females and is often related to adult acne. In females the flux for hormones through their monthly cycles and throughout their adult years can lead to imbalances which manifest themselves in adult acne. Consider these fators when facing the problem of adult acne.

Excess Oil and Bacteria

When androgen stimulates the sebaceous gland it starts the over production of sebum, the natural oil that goes up the follicle to help keep the skin healthy. However, when this imbalance of oil is produced it becomes more likely to clump dead cells on the surface of the skin and clog the follicle. When the follicle is plugged, bacteria, specifically the bacterium Propionibacterium acnes (commonly known as P. Acnes) start to grow. As this bacteria multiplies, inflammation of the follicle and surrounding skin sets in.

Plugged Pores

Pores get plugged because the excess sebum from over stimulated sebaceous glands sticks to the dead cells at the skins surface, preventing them from falling naturally and causing them to clump at opening of the pore.

Inflamed Skin

Once the follicle is plugged and fills with excess oil and bacteria, the body sends over white blood cells to the rescue. The combination of excess oil, bacteria and white blood cells, inflames the skin creating the end result of a pimple.

Why You?

One of the most important things to remember about acne, is that it is not your fault. There is no point in developing guilt or resentment towards yourself for having acne. This will only cause further anguish and may lead to self esteem problems and even damaging physiological issues. Please remember that everyone gets acne, and the reason some people experience more severe acne than others is due to factors beyond our control. Although we may not have a choice in how and when the factors contributing to acne take place, it is helpful and comforting to know what they are.

Treating Hormonal Acne

There are several treatment options available for women with hormonal acne, including topical retinoids, topical antimicrobials (such as benzoyl peroxide and antibiotics), and oral antibiotics that are prescribed when the inflammation is more severe. A dermatologist also may prescribe isotretinoin for women with cystic acne that is accompanied by scarring.

For women with hormonal acne who still develop premenstrual flares, oral contraceptive pills (OCPs) can be used successfully. OCPs contain an estrogen and progestin. They regulate the menstrual cycle and decrease the androgen activity responsible for acne, leading to decreased breakouts. Dr. Berson explained that most women who take OCPs to control acne can continue them for extended periods, especially if they are not currently planning to have children.

Another medication that may be prescribed in conjunction with an oral contraceptive is spironolactone, an anti-androgen. Spironolactone prevents excessive oil production by blocking androgen receptors and decreasing androgen production in both the ovaries and adrenal glands. The result is fewer acne flares

Effective Adult Acne Treatments

Posted by admin on May 9, 2010 in Acne Treatment Products | 2 comments

Effective Adult Acne Treatments

While adult acne and juvenile acne involve infections generated by the same bacteria, skin conditions can be very different and require different forms of treatment. Factors that stimulate adult acne are frequently different than those involved with juvenile acne.

Factors to Consider

There are a number of factors that may initiate adult acne. Stress can be a major factor, coffee consumption, like stress, promotes the production of cortisol a steroidal hormone that promotes acne. Other issues may be involved, such as smoking, low consumption of free fatty acids, etc. A reduction in the livers ability to cope with hormonal imbalances and particularly affect females with adult onset acne.

Adult onset acne (acne that begins in the adult years) usually involves normal or combination skin or even dry and/or sensitive skin, rather than the oily skin type that is typical of juvenile acne. Most acne products unfortunately are developed for juvenile acne and contain high concentrations of benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, azelaic acid and other agents that can be excessively drying and potentially harmful to adult skin. Adult skin may not suffer from persistent use of these agents and skin sensitivity may become problematic.

Healthy acne treatments

Several studies have suggested a possible link between isotretinoin and clinical depression. The argument that isotretinoin caused depression and suicide has won a few lawsuits, and is partially responsible for the strict control of the drug, especially in the US. Various case reports of depression, suicidal ideation, suicide attempt, and suicide in patients treated with isotretinoin have been reported to the U.S. FDA Adverse Events Reporting System, with 431 cases reported between 1982 and May 2001 – of these 37 patients had committed suicide. While analyses have suggested an association between isotretinoin therapy and depression, no causal relationship has been established and further studies are required.

Zenmed offers a variety of products developed for various skin types that effectively achieve a cure for adult acne. Control of acne is not only important to the appearance of the skin, it is also an important strategy to prevent premature aging of the skin. If skin damage has already become a problem, achieve control of the acne first the you can begin the rejuvenation process with any one of a number Zenmeds products.

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Adult acne treatments to avoid

Benzoyl Peroxide and other harsh acne treatments have been known to cause premature skin aging, similar to your skins reaction to repeated sun exposure or persistent acne. It has also been associated with increased risks of skin cancer. In 1995 the FDA issued warnings regarding the use of benzoyl peroxide and changed its status from safe to uncertain.

FDA / BENZOYL PEROXIDE ACTION: FEBRUARY 17, 1995*

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) / Department of Health and Human Services “Topical Drug Products Containing Benzoyl Peroxide: Required Labeling”

“The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing additional labeling (warning and directions) for all topically-applied acne treatment drug products containing benzoyl peroxide. The warning advises consumers to avoid unnecessary sun exposure and to use a sunscreen when using a benzoyl peroxide product to treat acne …” “The agency classified benzoyl peroxide from its previous status Category I to Category III status. This action (56 FR 37622) was based on new information that raised a safety concern regarding benzoyl peroxide as a tumor promoter in mice and a study that reported that benzoyl peroxide has tumor initiation potential.”

For these reasons Zenmed does not use benzoyl peroxide or any other ingredient that might damage or prematurely age the skin. Instead Zenmed use a combination of naturally occurring botanical and herbal ingredients along with FDA recommended Salicylic Acid.

Accutane

Accutane, or Isotretinoin is a drug used for the treatment of acne. Serious accutane side effects have been discovered from this dangerous drug. By its nature, Accutane is a retinoid, meaning it is derived from Vitamin A and is found naturally in the body, produced by the liver in small quantities. Side effects include.

• Alopecia (hair loss)
• Depression
• Birth defects
• Liver Disease
• Vision problems

For more information on the dangers of combating adult acne with accutane visit this link…

Prevent Acne: Make Your Skin Happy

Posted by admin on May 7, 2010 in Acne Information | 0 comments

Prevent Acne: Make Your Skin Happy

Suffering from acne and looking out for a solution for it? Well, for that you need to know about your skin as there are various types of acne and all of us do not suffer from the same type. Hence the treatment for acne differs from person to person. There are several ways of getting rid of acne, but you should also know that it is not totally curable. However, you can always treat it to reduce the problem.

It is important to note that the problem of acne does not develop from dirt and dust. A number of factors alone or in combination with others can lead to acne on your skin. Hormonal imbalance is one of the major factors that results in acne.

It is always better to take advanced steps so that we can fight away acne right at its growth. Some of the formulas that prevent acne are antibiotics, Salicylic Acid, Benzoyl Peroxide, anti-Androgens, Proactiv® Solution, Tretinoin, and Isotretinoin.

Here goes a list of some other ways by which you can prevent acne:

• Never prick or squeeze acne with your nails or pin as that forces back the bacteria into the skin resulting in inflammation. This might ultimately end up into a permanent scar.
• Other than avoiding pricking and squeezing, you should also avoid touching or rubbing the acne affected area. Also, do not rest your hands on your chin.
• Wash your face twice daily and avoid excessive washing and scrubbing with oily-products.
• Stop using skin toners that have got high concentrations of isopropyl alcohol as they increases the oil production.
• As soon as you exercise, be sure to take a bath. This is important because the moisture that gets trapped into your skin after exercising can spread the bacteria.
• Always avoid applying products that are made from apricot or almond extracts. Use a gentle formula instead to nourish your skin.
• Even after trying various ways to get rid of the problem, if it does not stop; always be sure to get in touch with a good dermatologist.

Try out these simple ways and stay away from acne!