Posts Tagged ‘Treatment’

Review of Vilantae by Evolution X

Tuesday, August 24th, 2010

Vilantae is one a very popular brand of acne treatment used today. It is produced by Evolution X and it is marketed by a variety of vendors. What is so great about it though?

A Brief Evaluation

According to the manufacturers of this product, Vilante is an effective acne treatment regimen. It aims to prevent acne prior to a complete breakout.

It usually is used in capsule form. It can be taken not only by adults, but by teenagers as well. This product was made to help eliminate excessive oil, which the manufacturers believe is the primary cause of acne.

When excessive oil production is prevented, it cuts down the chance that an acne breakout would occur. In order to prevent the occurrence of acne eruptions it can be done by taking this brand’s acne treatment capsules or powder.

Vilantae works as an acne fighting agent. It gets rid of acne by reducing the amount of oil or sebum that is produced by the body. When taken on a daily basis, the ingredients of the capsule produce enzymes that reduce the amount of oil in the body.

Technically, Vilantae works by making sure that the level of “oil” in the body remains moderate. In case of overproduction, the supplement reduces the oil level.

One reason this product is recommended is because people prefer something made out of natural ingredients. It does not contain chemicals and other components that may irritate the skin. As a result there has been no side effects reported when using it.

Forms of Distribution

The Vilantae acne treatment product comes in different forms. For instance, it is available in capsules and powders. Therefore, users can take the product whenever they want to when it is right for them.

Another form users can try is oral medications. In some cases this is far easier to use as compared to facial creams and cleansers. It may not be distributed as fast to the skin this way but when it works it does work and it works while people are on the go.

Usage Tips

The use and dosage of the Vilante medication depends on the severity of the patient’s condition. The number of times that you should apply a facial cream or take an acne prevention pill depends on the severity of your acne condition.

One problem most users complain about regarding acne products is the fact that some users are required to take quite a few capsules in a day. For those who have mild acne problems, they may take two or up to four capsules in a day.

However, for those who have severe cases, they might be required to take more than twenty capsules in a day. For this reason, for some people Vilantae may not be the right solution for them.

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Intro: Rosacea Acne Types Explained

Friday, July 23rd, 2010

This is an introduction to rosacea, one of the most common acne problems and what to do about them. If you read this and it sounds like you, then you know this may be your main kind of acne trouble.

Common Acne Conditions

Rosacea is one acne condition that affects millions of people. Most of the “victims” of this condition are over the age of 30. If you want to recognize this condition, you should know that it appears as a red rash on the cheeks, nose, forehead or chin-or on all of the above.

The redness you see is often accompanied by bumps, pimples, and skin blemishes. Another problem with people who suffer from this particular skin condition is that they may have blood vessels that appear more visible on the skin.

It should be noted, however, that blackheads are not part of rosacea. Furthermore, this condition is more prevalent in women. However, it often does appear in men-and when it does unfortunately it is more severe.

If Left Untreated

Normally rosacea is harmless. However, when left untreated for way too long it causes serious problems. Issues that are common among people with untreated rosacea include the following:

  • Swelling of the nose and growth of excess tissue (rhinophyma)
  • Irritated and “bloodshot” eyes
  • Itching and irritation of skin
  • Migraine headaches
  • Re: Treatment Path

Treatment is often different for rosacea than for acne, and it is important that you consult a dermatologist if you suspect you are experiencing rosacea. Furthermore, each path of treatment is expected to be individualized.

Two main treatments:

Laser therapy is one option. Usually this requires one to three treatment sessions to achieve the best results. Furthermore, sessions are generally spaced four to eight weeks apart. Therefore, sometimes a different solution may be used.

LPI Therapy is used to treat some rosacea sufferers. This treatment may require one to five sessions which are repeated every three weeks. It might sometimes be combined with laser therapy, and sometimes follow-up treatments may be necessary for maintenance purposes.

Laser and light therapy could become a preferred combined treatment option. It can help correct the redness, flushing, and dilated blood vessels of rosacea.

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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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Overview of Blue Light Acne Treatment

Friday, July 2nd, 2010

Blue light acne treatment is an alternative to laser treatments. It often is preferred because it requires no use of ultra-violet light to remove skin problems.

Advantages

One main advantage is that it is safe and affordable. It is more affordable than other types of laser or light acne removal procedures.

This procedure is ideal for moderate to severe cases of acne. It actually zaps the bacteria that cause the pimples to form. It is more effective than even some of the best creams and lotions.

Disadvantages

It may be too expensive for some people. It also could slight redness or irritation, or it could cause burning and/or swelling. It may not work as well alone as would when combined with photo-dynamic therapy.

Some Background

The use of blue light procedures was approved by the FDA in 2002. Since then millions of acne sufferers have taken advantage of this way of addressing unsightly skin problems.

Since the invention of this type of acne treatment new kits have become available. They can be used for treatment right at home.

Certain kinds of blue light therapies have also been used to remove age spots and wrinkles. It is regarded as a way to help keep people looking young.

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Acne Zit Zapper Review

Monday, May 24th, 2010

Zeno is a zapper that is used to help “zap” zits away. It uses heat to help blast out the bacteria in follicles before a pimple rises above the skin’s surface.

This is one way to heal the skin naturally as it reduces inflammation and redness. The temperature of the Zeno zapper is set way below that which would burn the skin. That is a major advantage of course, and yet it seems to provide instant results.

How it Works

First, it needs to be switched on. Then, after about 60 seconds it heats up to its highest operating temperature. It then beeps to let you know it is ready for use.

When ready to zap a pimple, you should let it remain on the zit for 2.5 minutes. You will be greeted by series of beeps every 30 seconds during the treatment as well as after the treatment is completed.

Note that if you do not use it for 35 seconds it will shut off after a period of inactivity. It takes 30 seconds between treatments to allow the Zeno acne to recharge itself.

Further Instructions

After a number of uses you are going to have to replace the Zeno tip. You can find packs of 90 replacement tips for around 30 dollars.

Customer Feedback

One way to determine how effective the Zeno treatment is to read customer feedback. About 90% of people who used it have left positive remarks about this pimple zapper.

The recommendation is to use the Zeno zapper two or three times within 24 hours. The earlier you catch the pimple the faster your case of acne will clear up. Some zits can be wiped out in a matter of a day.

According to the above expected results, most customers are pleased. Pros and cons of this product are shown in more detail below.

Pros

Effective relief from pimples can occur in 24 hours. There are no real side effects reported yet and it works for all (or at least most) types of acne problems. It also does not dry out the skin like other methods of pimple creams, cleansers, and treatments would.

Cons

Replacement tips are needed and these can be costly. This solution may not be effective for everyone and cannot always replace the need to take care of your skin.

It also is not meant to be used as a replacement for healthy lifestyle and diet observance. The Zeno zapper is meant more for “emergency” situations and not be necessarily be used every single day.

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Murad Acne Review

Tuesday, April 13th, 2010

Murad Acne is a very common treatment for acne. So how well does it work? That is a good question and one you may probably have been pondering for awhile. This something you should think about as you seek a way to clear up your skin.

The answers to how well it works or how well it does not work are indicated in the following pros and cons. You should gain some valuable insight while reading this.

Pros

It clears up the majority of acne in people. It has wiped on many cases of moderate to severe conditions. This product makes the skin a little smoother and at least for two persons it did so without drying the skin.

Other reports indicate another advantage of using the Murad system. It has resulted in brighter skin and it actually felt good to the senses while applying. For some people it acted as a good moisturizer and cleanser.

Cons

This product works well for some individuals. However, it seems that it does not work for as many as people would like to believe. At least this is the opinion of one online reviewer who only gave it a 1 out of 5 rating, which is very poor.

Sometimes this product has been known to burn or irritate the face. Therefore, it is not recommended to people with dry or sensitive skin types. You should be very careful because you could irritate your skin.

Unfortunately, although there was many “pros” associated with using this product it actually disappointed many people. Many people (although the experiences were very conflicted) mentioned that this product is too harsh.

Numerous individuals said also that it worked “good but not great.” They also may have said that it causes the skin to dry and peel. This of course is contradictory to other people who have used it without experiencing dryness.

Conclusion

There has been quite a few mixed results associated with using this product. Some of the problems associated with using the Murad acne treatment may be related to misuse and overuse. This is one product that is better applied if you follow the instructions as is.

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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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Exposed Acne Treatment Review

Friday, November 20th, 2009

The Exposed Acne treatment product was left up to questioning, which was answered after considerable amount of research. I have gathered what I have found to be as unbiased of information as possible about this product.

The Exposed Acne Treatment Process

This system is one that helps reach deep down in order to correct acne problems. It starts with the Exposed facial cleanser, which is what removes all dirt, oil, and other debris from your skin pores.

This cleanser also helps remove dead skin cells. All this takes place while eliminating the bacteria that leads to the development of acne.

The second step of this process involves the application of a special “clearing tonic.” It is similar to the effect that a “toner” or “astringent” may have on the skin.

The last step of this deep cleansing process involves the application of a treatment serum. This further helps eliminate bacteria and reduces the “sebum” that often develops on the skin.

Pros and Cons

This treatment system is milder than others. Therefore, it is less likely to strip the natural protective shield of your skin. At the same time it does its job very well-which is to cleanse your skin while restoring its natural balance.

Another major advantage of this product is that it has a nice scent, unlike other products. Furthermore, the side effects are barely noticeable. Results are seen in users in less than two weeks.

The downside of using this product is that sometimes the acne problem seems to be worse instead of better for the first few days. However, if you have ever heard the saying, “things will get worse before they get better” it applies in this case.

Another minor concern of uses is the redness experienced while using it. However, it is hard to find any effective acne solution that causes absolutely no problems.

Furthermore, although it does great for regular acne it may not do very much for deeper acne scars. Other people may wish that they could buy it in a regular store, too. However, online shopping is becoming much more acceptable these days and most people enjoy the convenience of it.

User Feedback

In spite of some concerns, the Exposed Acne system works for most people. More positive responses from consumers have been found than negative. It works well for treating cases of mild to serious acne.

Of course, the best results noticed were in people w ho used this product the way it was meant to be used. If you follow the instructions, you are likely to experience the best results possible.

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