Acne Free Tips
Many factors affect acne. This information will help explain those things which we feel matter the most. We have kept this short and to the point and hope that this information helps you on your path to clear skin.
Over 90 percent of the population will at sometime during their lives be affected by acne. While approximately 80 percent of teenagers develop acne, with the most common type of disease being acne Vulgaris, only about 20 percent truly require clinical treatment. The oily skin and the lesions typical of acne (blackheads, pimples, and pustules) can not only cause disfiguring scarring and hyper pigmentation but also cause severe emotional and social damage.
The cause of the most common form of acne, acne Vulgaris, is multifaceted but 4 main factors play important roles. These factors are highly influenced by your genetics and hormones. Changes to your diet and topical skin care regimen can help your skin’s condition and we will outline some of our recommended dietary changes and acne products in this guide.
What Causes My ACNE?
1. Increased sebum production (your skin produces too much oil)
2. Abnormal keratinization of the follicle (your pores get clogged by old skin cells)
3. Increased bacterial count (acne bacteria grows in blocked pores)
4. Inflammatory response (your skin swells due to infection)
Your path to clear skin is based on 3 basic methods. We will outline these methods in this guide and give you our recommendations. Each area can have a profound impact on your skin so make sure to pay careful attention to all of these methods.
1. Topical Regimen - What you put on your skin
This section consists of scientific and natural ingredients that have been shown to combat acne or have skin beneficial effects. Topical products can have the most immediate impact on the look and feel of your skin.
2. Lifestyle - Everyday mistakes explained
Your lifestyle can affect your skin and especially your acne. In this section we briefly describe some important aspects of your lifestyle and how to tailor them to help you with your fight against acne.
3. Diet - You are what you eat
Whether or not what you eat affects your skin is a matter of some debate. We feel that what you eat affects your body in many ways, including your skin. Our diet section includes a list of foods that may cause acne flare ups and also a list that can have benefits for your skin.
