Acne Treatment Today

Treatment for your acne should be accompanied by a healthy skin care  routine.

1…Wash the affected area twice a day with mild soap. Use soap such as Dove, or  one that contains benzoyl peroxide, such as Oxy-5. Wash as often necessary to  keep the area clean. Do not scrub.

2…Shampoo the hair regularly.

3…Keep long hair off the face and shoulders and wash it daily.

4…Avoid shaving as much as possible; while shaving take care to avoid nicking  the pimples.

5…Use a fresh shaving blade to minimize the chance of spreading the  infection.

6…Avoid use of make-up or cosmetics in areas prone to acne. If you have to wear  make-up, use only the hypoallergenic or fragrance free kind.

7…Don’t pop, pick, scratch, or squeeze your pimples. This may cause infection  and scarring.

8…You may use an over-the-counter treatment that contain substances such as  benzoyl peroxide (gel or cream) or salicyclic acid. Start with the lowest  strength and apply once a day about half an hour after washing. Never use more  than 5 percent strength without consulting a physician.

9…Food and Nutrition Recommendations for Acne:

Some doctors  believe that acne is not a food related problem. Some alternate practitioners  use diet as a basis for their treatment of acne. They recommend that acne  patients should eat foods high in beta-carotene, such as carrots, pumpkin,  cantaloupe and other yellow-orange fruits and vegetables. They should also avoid  fatty foods. Acnezine controls the oil secretion in your body to  protect your skin from getting acne prone.

10…Vitamin Therapy for Acne:

Nutritionists generally  suggest:Chromium supplements – Chromium helps boosts the body’s ability to  break down glucose.Vitamin A – reduces sebum and keratin production.  (Caution: taking mega doses of Vitamin A can cause headaches, fatigue, muscle  and joint pain and other side effects. Consult a qualified practitioner before  taking mega supplements).Vitamin E – an antioxidant (200 to 400 IU a  day).Vitamin B-6 50 mg per day. This vitamin aids in the metabolism of  hormones and supports the function of Acnezine as well.

Note: People should not try to medicate themselves or others  with any of the methods referred to here without the guidance of a qualified  practitioner who is thoroughly familiar with both the remedies and the  individual’s medical status.