Adult Acne Skin Care
by Alison
Cole
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Acne is not a problem limited to teens in the throes of hormonal
upheaval. Adult acne happens far more frequently than is generally
realized. Broadly speaking, adult acne plagues 25% of adult males and up
to 50% of adult females, though it is often not recognized.
The cause of adult acne has not been identified as yet, but there are
theories. One of them is that teens and adults share on common nemesis,
albeit at different levels – stress. Stress causes internal changes that
temporarily disturb hormonal equilibrium, and may just be responsible for
pimples that seem to pop up at the worst possible time.
Treatment and damage control for adult acne does not differ drastically
from that for teen acne. But considering the ambiguity surrounding the
causes, care and prevention are highly personalized issues. Should one,
for instance, note that they break out with a rash of zits while reading
the latest Stephen King novel or after the monthly argument with their
spouse, some changes in reading habits and lifestyle may very well be in
order. Adult females are far more given to the use of elaborate and
inadvisable makeup regimens than teenagers are, and males are catching
up.
While treating adult acne, bear in mind that adult skin is far less
resilient and elastic than teen skin. Avoid harsh soaps and
‘skin-stripping’ agents and stick to mild cleaners and generally follow
the care and prevention regimen prescribed for teen acne with an added
precaution. In adults, there is a reduced ability of skin to re-moisturize
naturally after being subjected to the abrasive and dehydrating effects of
a compound like benzoyl peroxide. The use of such a compound must
necessarily be followed by the application of a hypoallergenic, no-oily
moisturizer – preferably made of organic extracts – to reestablish the
skin’s natural moisture content.
Adult Acne can be frustrating and embarrassing, but it is treatable. It
is advised to contact a dermatologist for chronic adult acne.
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