Archive for the ‘Acne Prescription’ Category

Isotretinoin Acne Treatment Warning for Potential Patients

Friday, July 16th, 2010

Doctors are finding that over time the bacteria that are associated with acne are becoming resistant to treatment with certain antibiotics. Therefore, medical researchers are working on new drugs to treat acne, particularly topical antibiotics.

Current Developments

Medical practitioners often prefer Isotretinoin today. This is a synthetic derivative of vitamin A that serves as a very powerful way to end to bacterial proliferation.

It also helps control the sebum secretion, and also works on mitigating the inflammation, thereby helping to get hold of severe chin acne. However, just like any other acne treatment Isotretinoin can have serious side effects.

Risks of Use

Isotretinoin can cause dryness in the eye, mouth, lips, nose, and skin; itching, nosebleeds, susceptibility to sunburn, muscle aches, and poor night vision. It can also have a detrimental affect on liver functioning and it can cause high triglyceride and cholesterol levels.

The worst side effects of all are that it can cause birth defects. This is one of the most serious reminders why you should always seek the advice of your physician other health professional before trying any new acne treatment.

This is what will ensure whether Isotretinoin is right for you or not. This usually would be determined upon a thorough checkup during which time you would disclose medical history to your doctor.

You would also let your doctor know what supplements, medications, vitamins, herbs, and other substances you are using. It is highly imperative that you remember that isotretinoin should never be used without proper dermatologist supervision.

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Baking Soda for Acne? The Pros and Cons

Thursday, June 10th, 2010

Here is an interesting thought-baking soda for acne. Does it really work? If so, it would definitely be a very cheap alternative.

Pros

It cleans the skin well and it makes the skin feel soft. It also helps get rid of mild acne very well, and it has helped with blackheads even and it makes the skin glow.

It is a very inexpensive solution, as already mentioned above. It also is very easy to apply and the texture of it can provide you with the right amount of exfoliate for your skin.

Cons

It could cause a burning or irritating feeling on someone with sensitive skin. It also can cause irritation even on normal skin if you rub it too hard into the skin. It also can sting if you have open wounds or sores on your face.

It sometimes is hard to wash baking soda off your face. It is a bit grainy too-not as soft as traditional cleansers.

Instructions

Using baking soda on your face for acne is most effective when made into a paste. You would add equal amounts of water to baking soda. It helps if you apply a moisturizer on afterwards, and one all natural solution would be a dab or two of olive or almond oil.

Using baking soda would probably work best for people with oily skin. However, it can be used with caution on normal and combination (some oily/some dry) skin.

If you want to try other ingredients with baking soda you might want to try honey, lemon juice, rose water, and brown sugar. This makes a nice facial scrub. You would mix the ingredients together in moderate proportions and then let sit on your face for 10 minutes.

You would then scrub your face for two minutes. After that you would then rinse/take it off.

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Differin Cream/Gel Review

Wednesday, March 31st, 2010

Different is a prescription strength topical remedy. It is meant for use in correcting cases of severe acne.

Pros

It has many benefits, including that it is effective for not only cases of severe acne but even milder cases. Users usually are at a low risk of experiencing side effects and it is gentler on the skin than other retinoid-based products. This product is known to dramatically increase acne.

Cons

Some mild discomfort such as burning, redness, or peeling might occur when using this product. However, the amount of discomfort depends upon your skin type and these side effects usually diminish in time. One major disadvantage is that this product is available only by prescription which makes it a little bit harder to get.

Ingredients

The active ingredient in Differin is Adapalene. This is a retinoid known for its effectiveness against Keratosis pilaris, which appears on the skin like clusters of red bumps. This case of acne is often referred to as “pizza face” but it also sometimes appears on the thighs, hands, legs, flanks, and buttocks.

Recommendations

It is highly advised that you seek help from a doctor or dermatologist before deciding on a certain skin gel or cream. This one is most likely going to be recommended for those who have more oily skin. However, as mentioned already it is good to find out exactly what is your skin type especially if you suffer from severe acne.

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Doxycycline Antibiotic Treatment Review

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

Doxycycline is an antibiotic treatment that is used to control acne when it cannot otherwise be treated. It usually is administered in the form of an oral capsule.

This product has its benefits and drawbacks as indicated in the “Pros” and “Cons” section of this review. You can gain insight into the way this medication works for people.

Pros

All you need to do is take a pill. The acne is cleared with very little effort on the part of the user. It works for people who cannot seem to control acne problems with other treatments such as a topical cream or facial cleanser. The Doxycycline pill is quite strong.

Cons

It is not necessarily meant to replace regular skin care. Some people may also experience irritations such as skin rash or yeast infections. They may also forget that diets should be changes-such as no excess soda or chocolate or chips.

It can dry out the skin of some people and it might even itch or peel. People who are allergic to antibiotics should be especially careful and they probably will not be able to use this drug.

It works for many people. However, some people have reported that Doxycycline does not clear up every case of acne.

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Lush Dark Angels Charcoal-Licorice Scrub Review

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

Lush Dark Angels Charcoal-Licorice Scrub is an ideal solution for people who struggle with body acne. This product has its advantages and disadvantages, as you can see in the next two sections.

Advantages

This product prevents breakouts. It also has a pleasant smell to it and it helps draw out excess oil from skin. It is coarse enough to use as a scrub which is how it helps remove excess dirt and debris from your skin while performing an anti-inflammatory action.

It works well on moderate to severe acne problems. Another advantage of this product is that it is organic and oil free, and this is what makes it such a great exfoliate for oilier skin types.

Disadvantages

Although very helpful, it is not the neatest remedy. It makes your skin black but it does wash off with a little bit of effort. It could dry out the skin if a person has more sensitive or dry skin naturally, and some people might not like the smell of licorice.

Another disadvantage is that it takes awhile to wash off your body when you are done scrubbing with it.

Usage Tips

The Lush Angels products benefits users who apply it about twice a week. The best way to use it is to dampen your face slightly and then rub the product on your face (or body) in a circular motion. This product works best on people who have normal to oily skin. Once you’ve rinsed it is recommended that you use a toner with this product.

Additional Facts

This product has all natural ingredients in it and it has not been tested on animals. It is a “vegetarian” mixture if you will.

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Murad Exfoliating Acne Treatment Gel

Monday, January 25th, 2010

The Murad Exfoliating Acne Treatment Gel is only one product of several in a line of treatments for the skin. This product specifically is used to help gently scrub and cleanse the skin.

Benefits

The main benefit of this particular Murad product is that it clears clogged pores and helps clear up the skin. It also helps wipe out and prevent future breakouts. It also penetrates the skin for a deep cleansing.

Consumer Feedback

Numerous consumers have reported results. One of them who has used topical creams and prescription medications for over 10 years has commented, saying that her skin has looked the best it has ever been within the past two years of using Murad Exfoliating acne treatment gel.

Another person has commented on how it makes the face glow and causes the redness to go away. The pimples have cleared away fast as well.

Not everyone has had the same amount of success, however. One person says this product makes the skin red and blotchy. Another person gave this product a high rating, but found out it does not help very well with black heads.

Some people recommended this product while other people do not. It is a tossup when it comes to using this product. It has quite natural ingredients while it also has some synthetic additives in it that are very hard to pronounce.

Ingredients

The list of substances in this product is quite long. It does have in it some natural herbal substances in it such as Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Rice Amino Acids, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Or Orange Fruit Extract, as well as Grape Seed and a variety of other natural substances.

This product also has in it several longer ingredients in it. For instance, it has in it Hydroxyethylcellulose, Tetrasodium EDTA, Linoleic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Polysorbate 20 and others.

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Correlation between Acne and Colon Cleansing

Thursday, December 10th, 2009

Depending who you ask, it is actually proven that there is a correlation between acne and colon cleansing. You may wonder what exactly a clean digestive system would have to do with clear skin?

Well, apparently these two things are more related than most people would think. The experts and consumers who believe that a clean colon produces a clean skin say so for the following reasons:

  • Receiving a good digestive cleansing helps keep the internal organs working correctly. This prevents from toxins having to be eliminated from the skin pores via sweat. Therefore, there is less of a chance of clogged skin, which leads to acne problems.
  • Receiving a colon cleansing helps eliminate waste and toxins in the system that have resulted from a poor diet. This helps people correct problems associated with poor diet, which sometimes includes the development of acne.
  • Undergoing a complete digestive flushing that washes out your intestines will make you healthy all around. Indirectly is how your skin would be affected and it is likely to be smoother, and likely to have less blemishes overall.

Additional Acne Treatment Tips

Besides the above statements about colon cleansing you should also care for your skin every single day. Using the right cleanser and moisturizer and making sure you eat a balanced diet will help you immensely.

Speaking of diet, if you are attempting to clean out your insides sometimes people might go on a temporary fruit, vegetable, and/or juice diet. During this time, you would eat as many raw foods as possible. This is likely to clear up your complexion, too.

Exercise can also help you get rid of acne in the event you take a shower before your sweat dries on your face. Therefore, work out as often as possible to detoxify and clean your body and get rid of acne.

Furthermore, make sure you where the right sunscreen while outside. This will further prevent all kinds of skin problems, including the development of acne.

Additional Info

If you are attempting to clear acne with a colon cleanse you should remember one important thing-that this process works differently for different types of acne. You need to find out what type of acne you experience right now for it to make a difference.

I will be doing more studies on the correlation between acne and colon cleansing in the future. Keep coming back for more education regarding this.

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Differin Cream Product Review

Thursday, November 26th, 2009

Differin is a product marketed to treat mild to severe cases of acne. It often is combined with other topical remedies.

Advantages

The consensus is that this product is more tolerable than certain other ones. That is because the form of retinoid used in it results in fewer side effects than other variants of this substance.

(Users are less likely to experience burning, peeling or redness of skin using this over other variances of this compound.)

Most importantly, this product works on all types of acne. It gives some users a confidence that they never had before using this product.

Disadvantages

Users might experience mild discomfort, but usually when first used only. This product requires a prescription, which means you cannot just purchase it and take it home right away. It also is not available as a generic product either.

Recommendations

It is said that Differin is best mixed with benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid. However, do not use any regiment unless you consult a doctor. You should make the person in charge of your total health history aware of your current health condition, recent medications taken, and foods eaten.

Any other information such as that pertaining existing health complications your doctor also should be told. Leaving out vital information could put you at higher risk of experience more severe side effects when using any type of acne treatment.

Concerns

Usage of this formula may not be appropriate for all types of skin. That is one more reason why a doctor’s advice is recommended. You can also research more about Differin for yourself. You are responsible for your own destiny in regards to seeking the right skin care information.

Additional Tips

It is also important that you take good care of your face and body. Cleanse yourself gently on a regular basis. This will reduce chance of acne formation.

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