Acne is a terrible scurge, afflicting people in every age
group. Acne primarily affects teens and adolescents and can cause long lasting
physical and emotional scars. For years we have either learned to deal with our
acne, or spent thousands of dollars with dermatologists or on useless as seen
on tv products we have seen (like Proactive). Currently there are two
treatments that do work and one is actually cost effective. It is now a fact
that acne can be treated, controlled and even cured.
We must become more educated on what acne is and whqat does
and does not cause it. Acne is an inflammation of the skin that is caused by
overproduction of sebum (oil) from our sbaceous glands and a low skin pH
(acidity) that make ideal conditions for bacteria. This bacteria clogs the
pores and causes pimples and deeper inflammed bumps and postules (acne). Acne
is genetic as it is first started by the overproduction of oil and acidity
levels. Chocolate and sugary items don't cause it.
Accutane (can only be prescribed) works by greatly reducing
the production of sebum. This reduction in sebum will make the skin very dry
and does have some bad side effects like possible liver damage and such so it
is available only through your dermatologist and is used as a drastic or last measure.
Basically it brings out all the acne you will have in the next 2-3 years all at
once over the first 2 months and then it is all gone. The first 2 months are
rough, however - I had this treatment.
TCA peels are a more affordable and less drastic alternative.
TCA peels work by cleansing the skin, increasing the pH or acidity of the skin
making it unfavorable for bacteris, and increasing the rate of skin
regeneration thus hastening the healing process. TCA Peels work 1,000 times
better than any overrated peroxide wash or cleansing system and have similar
results to Accutane without any of the harsh side effects. They have been rated
as one of the best at home products / treatments available. This has been
proven on millions of patients - why else would every dermatologist and plastic
surgeon offer TCA peels?
So, basically, you can either live with the scurge of acne
or treat it. TCA peels are the most cost effective and least harmful solution
to acne and can now be purchased directly instead of through your doctor for
tremendous savings.
