Acne Products: Wading Through The Options
Do you struggle with acne? You might want to select an acne treatment regimen to help the condition of your skin. There are many different acne products out there. How will you be able to distinguish which ones work? Don't worry, in this article we will show you which acne products are the best for skin care regimen.
First, you will need to pick out a basic cleanser. Regular soap will not do! Any cleanser that is marketed as non-comedogenic (non-irritating) will work for your skin. Use your cleanser at least twice a day - in the morning and at night. Also make sure to clean your skin before and after applying any cosmetic products to keep your skin as irritation free as possible.
Next, you will need a basic moisturizer. Select a moisturizer that is specifically formulated for people with acne. Make sure it is non-comedogenic and right for your specific skin type, as well. Your skin type is going to be either "normal", "oily", "dry", or "combination". It may surprise you, but people with acne can have dry skin! You will need to apply your moisturizer after every time you use your cleanser.
You will also require acne serum. There is a concentrated formula in serum with proper medications for the treatment of your skin - free from any other substances likely to irritate or unbalance your skin. Your serum can have salicylic acid - a special chemical for the treatment of your skin for acne causing bacteria or fungi.
Also important is a daily sunscreen. It may surprise you, but if you do not regularly use sunscreen, you may not only be exposing your skin to the kind of damage that causes skin cancer, but also worsening your acne! That's because sun is a leading cause of irritation. Select a sunscreen with an SPF rating appropriate for your skin color (the lighter your skin is, the higher an SPF you will need). Also make sure your sunscreen does not contain irritants or oils.
One last product to use as part of your acne treatment is an anti-redness cream. There are many to choose from on the market, so get one that is made for your skin type. Anti-redness acne products reduce the appearance of acne and also can help reduce the number of pimples, since they contain anti-inflammatory substances.
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Published November 6th, 2007
