My ACNE Story + Before/After Pics (Part 1)

Also known as pimples, these are outburst through our skin pores thanks to all the grime and dirt that has accumulated there. It typically occurs during the adolescent phase in a person, say, during their teenage years. And some are lucky, they don't get acnes at all, while others see clusters of them on their face. 

If irritation, dryness and peeling occur, an oil-free, non-comedogenic moisturizer can be used. If your skin is getting too irritated, red or dry while undergoing a topical treatment, then start using them every other day. It takes time for your skin to adapt to your new medicines. If you have long hair that touches your face, be sure to wash it frequently enough to keep oil away. 

The oil produced from the skin helps bacteria to flourish within the swollen follicle. Non-inflammatory acre are of two types Closed comedo or white head, and Open comedo or black head. There are 4 types of inflammatory acne Papule It is the mildest form that appears on the skin as a small, firm pink bump. 

Also it is well known that antibiotics upset gut bacteria and lead to overgrowth of the intestinal tract with fungi such as Candida which is present in everyone s guts, but normally kept in check by the probiotic bacteria surrounding it and which also produce chemicals to keep it in check. Antibiotic use can reduce the probiotic bacteria and allow the fungus to grow which over time can lead to inflammation and misdiagnosis of IBS later in life and open another chapter in prescribing. 

As far as the medical community stands, back acne also happens when oil glands start functioning more rapidly around puberty. The hormone group androgens, found in both females and males, get overactive which in turn causes a reaction in the oil glands, which make extra oil. The oil glands are located just underneath the skin surface. 

Keloids may be left untreated if it is felt that treatment will form further keloids. Injecting with steroid injections may also treat keloids. This article is only for informative purposes. This article is not intended to be a medical advise and it is not a substitute for professional medical advice.