Acne Treatment

Different medications can be used to treat the same condition. It can be very confusing for non-medical professionals to know which medication is the right one for you. Hydrocortisone and antihistamines are common medications with a variety of uses for different conditions. Let’s break down these two medications and help you get a better understanding of their uses. 

As irksome as the itch of eczema can be, sometimes the scarring it leaves behind as a painful reminder can be all the more distressing – especially when it’s hard to hide from the rest of the world, like on the face, neck, arms or hands.  

Eczema and psoriasis have very similar characteristics. Persistent red, dry, itchy skin - could it be eczema or psoriasis? It can be difficult to tell if you don’t know the differences between the two, but even with their similarities, eczema and psoriasis have some clear differences. 

Because COVID-19 is a new virus that has spread around the world at an unprecedented rate, experts are currently still coming to grips with its nature, mechanisms and development. And while government and health organizations are doing their best to provide us with reliable and up-to-date reports, the truth is, information and advice on COVID-19 is changing by the minute.

Stress is a well-known trigger and aggravator of eczema - a chronic condition with damaged, inflamed, and itchy skin. While most cases occur in childhood (10-20% of the world population), for some people it can persist into adulthood (2-3%). While genetics have a role to play, environmental factors such as psychological stress are involved in several pathways that exacerbate eczema. We highlight some of these here, before considering what you can do to eliminate stress. 

Eczema is typically treated with a combination of emollients and steroid creams. Emollients are moisturizing lotions that help to prevent the skin from drying out. Steroid creams contain corticosteroids. Ointments, lotions and shampoos containing corticosteroids are also available. Corticosteroids help reduce the inflammation associated with eczema and are available in a range of different strengths. The strongest medication is not necessarily the best one for you, as stronger medications can produce more significant side effects. Your doctor will help you to find the most appropriate treatment for the severity of your eczema.   

If you’ve ever experienced dry and itchy skin in your life, you’ll know just how frustrating it can be. And in those unbearable moments, scratching your skin raw may seem like the only viable option to relieve that irresistible itch, only to find that you’re now left with an angry, red patch that you’ve clearly rubbed up the wrong way, wishing that you hadn’t.  

So you’re well out of your taxing teenage years; no more mood swings, growing pains, or unsightly spots cropping up at the most inconvenient moments. Well, for the most part, the tricky tribulations associated with our teens usually disappear by themselves as if by magic, but for some people, the zits don’t get the memo about you entering fully-fledged adulthood.  

Acne vulgaris is the umbrella term to describe the different types of pimples that often come out to play on our face, chest, back, and shoulders. And while all pimples are downright annoying at the best of times, they’re not all created equal and require personalized game plans to strike them out.

The face is the most common place to develop pimples, pustules, and the like, and any acne sufferer will tell you just how debilitating it can be trying to cover their blemishes from the world on a daily basis.

Cystic acne is a type of acne with inflamed painful bumps under the skin which are full of pus. Like normal acne in which follicles become clogged with dead skin cells and oil/sebum, in cystic acne, there is infection and swelling of skin pores. The pus-filled lumps called cysts are often large and painful. The condition is harder to treat than mild or moderate acne and can lead to permanent scarring. 

When acne spots are picked, squeezed, burst or break open themselves, they may leave behind acne scars. Small scars are usually not worth worrying about as they usually heal and fade quickly. However deeper or more extensive scars may be more permanent or need treatment. This is more likely if you have moderate to severe acne including nodulocystic acne. Acne and acne scars can be a considerable cause of distress, so let’s understand and tackle this issue.

Acne is a common condition for many people. 1/4 of people suffer from acne at some point in their life. For those with persistent acne physical discomfort and mental upset is frustrating. However, with the correct treatment, it is possible to relieve the condition. 

Acne is a troublesome condition for many people - over 630 million worldwide and affecting 1/4 people at some point in their lives. It can cause a lot of physical discomfort and mental upset.

Acne is a common condition that affects over 600million people worldwide. Dead skin cells and oil from the skin clog the follicles of hairs causing troublesome spots. A contribution to this is from changing levels of hormones which affect how oily the skin becomes. A possible solution for women, therefore, is to take the contraceptive pill.

Acne is a chronic skin condition that produces pimples and whiteheads when hair follicles and dead skin cells become clogged up. It affects approximately 40 to 50 million people in the U.S. Acne is not restricted to adolescents but also affects many adults. It is estimated that the condition caused $3 billion in healthcare costs in the U.S. in 2016.

In women, adult acne can be especially problematic due to hormonal fluctuations and menopause. Luckily, there are safe and effective options to combat persistent breakouts, helping to achieve clearer skin and boosted confidence.

Some beauty experts have called it the fountain of youth. Scientists call it hyaluronic acid. Found across the body, but most commonly in the skin, this polymer compound  (like cellulose or nylon, think of a molecule that’s made up of lots of identical chain links) is useful in the body for a variety of functions, from joint lubrication, to space-filling, to providing ‘highways’ for cell migration. It’s also used in healing, building up of blood vessels, and even the tumor growth.

Microneedling is a minimally-invasive treatment whereby small needles are pushed or rolled over the surface of the face to create controlled punctures that accelerate skin repair. Through the body’s own natural healing process, the procedure effectively targets numerous skin issues including fine lines, wrinkles and acne scarring. Skin cells are essentially regenerated with an increase in collagen and elastin, resulting in noticeably youthful and healthier-looking skin.