Acne's Top 10 FAQ's

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1.) Can you get (catch) acne from other people?
Answer: While certain types of acne do contain a bacterium, it is
located in the hair follicles under your skin and can not be
transmitted through contact. So no, touching or kissing someone with
acne will not cause you to develop acne.
2.) If both my parents had acne does that mean I will develop acne?
Answer: Studies show that heredity does play an important role in
determining who develops acne. So children of parents who had or have
acne are at a grater risk then others. It should be noted that as with
any disease just because you have a family history, does not guarantee
you will get it; only that you have a much great chance then someone
with no family history.
3.) Does eating or drinking certain foods cause acne?
Answer: Over the years studies have suggested everything from
chocolate, candy, fried foods, sugar, drinking water, orange juice to
milk can cause you to develop acne or make existing acne worse.
However their is no scientific evidence to support any such results.
There are so many factors effecting acne development that it is very
difficult to isolate any one cause. So whether or not to avoid certain
foods or drinks is really just an individual preference. If you find
your skin reacts negatively to certain foods, then just don't eat or
drink it.
4.) Does dirt on my skin cause acne?
Answer: Having proper hygiene will help with healthy skin. However
dirty skin will not cause acne, but anybody with acne should be extra
vigilant in having a good cleansing routine. Over washing can irritate
your skin and make it more vulnerable to infection. Washing with a
gentle cleanser will help reduce skin cell build up and keep your skin
looking at its best. So find a balance and try not to over wash.
5.) Does stress cause acne?
Answer: Stress has been shown to make acne worse, not directly cause
it. So if you suffer from acne you should be aware of how you react
under stress and develop ways to help manage and keep it under
control. This will not only help with controlling your acne but also
benefit your over all health.
6.) Can you develop acne once you are out of your teens?
Answer: The simple answer is yes. In fact many people who never
experienced acne as a teen can develop it in their 30, 40, and 50's.
7.) Does make up or sunscreen make acne worse?
Answer: Certain products that are overly greasy and thick can plug the
skins follicles leading to the development of acne. Not all products
affect everyone the same way, so while you many develop acne using one
product someone else may not. If you are prone to acne you will need
to be extra careful with what you put on your skin. Try to always use
oil free products and also test a small amount on a patch of skin for
a few days before using it all over.
8.) Will exercising affect my acne?
Answer: While it is still unclear why this happens, vigorous
exercising that causes your body to heat up and sweat does seem to
cause acne to get worse for certain people. One theory is that
exercise increases the production of sebum, the oil that when to much
is produced can lead to acne.
9.) Can a facial help with acne?
Answer: There is no easy way to answer this question. The term facial
is used to describe everything from an over the counter product you
buy from a drug store and do it yourself to something done at an
expensive spa for hundreds of dollars. The bottom line is anything
that might irritate your skin can make your acne worse.
10.) Why does my acne stop responding to my current treatment?
Answer: Acne medication, like all medications can become less
effective over time as your body builds a resistance to them. It might
be necessary to use acne treatment regiments on a rotational basis for
optimum
effectiveness.
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