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Acne: It's Not Just a Teenage Problem
Raise your hand if you've ever experienced the horrific pimple that appears out of nowhere right before a big event. We've all been there. And while we often associate acne with our teenage years, it can affect anyone at any age.
In fact, acne is the most common skin condition in the United States, affecting up to 50 million Americans every year. And about 85% of people ages 12-24 have at least minor acne.
But acne isn't just annoying, it can also have a negative impact on our self-esteem and confidence. So let's set the record straight on some acne myths and learn how to properly manage breakouts.
Acne Myths
Myth #1: Acne only affects teenagers.
Fact: Anyone of any age can develop acne. From hormonal changes to stress and even certain medications or foods you eat, there are a variety of factors that can contribute to breakouts.
Myth #2: Only people with oily skin get acne.
Fact: While oily skin can contribute to acne, those with dry and combination skin can also experience breakouts. In fact, overly drying out your skin can lead to even more acne.
Myth #3: Washing your skin multiple times a day helps prevent acne.
Fact: You can over wash your face! If you remove too much of your skins natural oil it will signals your skin to produce more. The more oil your skin has, the more likely it will clog your pores. Stick to washing your face twice a day.
Myth #4: Popping pimples will make them go away faster.
Fact: Popping pimples can not only spreads bacteria to other areas of your skin, it can also lead to scarring and even more breakouts. There is a very fine line of doing extractions right and damaging your skin. Leave it up to the professionals and just use a spot treatment like Skin Medication No. 5 or 10 from GlyMed Plus and resist the urge to pick.
Myth #5: Only prescription medication can treat acne.
Fact: While some cases of acne may require prescription medication, Its always good to start with a good skincare routine prescribed by your esthetician and watch what you’re eating and what else yoursimpler solutions like incorporating a gentle cleanser into your skincare routine and using non-comedogenic makeup can also help manage breakouts.
So don't let acne get you down. With proper knowledge and skincare, we can all work towards clear and healthy skin. Remember we want healthy skin not perfect skin, perfect skin doesn’t exist.
