17 Dec Help! Acne Before the Holiday Parties
Consider RefinedMD your own little helper this holiday season when it comes to treating acne fast and effectively. When 38-year-old actor Mindy Kaling was asked what she wishes she would have known in her teens, she said she wished someone would have told her pimples didn’t stop when you got out of your teen years. Acne is a skin condition, sometimes a serious one, that can plague you for life. There are over 3,000 unique skin conditions and acne is by far the most prevalent—for all ages. For some people, it’s the worst in their teen years because it can be exacerbated with shifting hormones. However, hormones are also a little haywire at every point in our life—like menopause, perimenopause, pregnancy, and male menopause.
There are different types of acne. The most common is aptly called “common acne” because everyone has experienced a pimple or zit in their life. This type of acne is caused when our skin’s sebaceous (oil) glands clog the pores. Larger openings can turn into “blackheads.” Smaller clogs become “whiteheads.” Either type can turn into the tender, red, swollen bumps that we consider acne. There’s also severe acne, such as cystic acne, which is a hard, large swell beneath the skin’s surface. In some cases, cystic acne can become infected.
Why Me?
About 20 percent of all acne cases seen by dermatologists occur in adults. If you have oily skin, there’s good news and bad news. The good news is that you’ll tend to look younger because oil naturally moisturizes and protects the skin to a degree. The bad news is that you’ll be more prone to acne.
Even better news? If over the counter and natural approaches (such as apple cider vinegar) aren’t working, you’re not stuck with acne for the rest of your life. At RefinedMD, we have a variety of acne solutions that are strong, safe, and really work. You can experience immediate relief and a decrease in the signs of acne in just 24 hours in some cases.
As the holidays get closer, everyone wants gorgeous skin. It’s the ultimate accessory. Get in touch with your skin care experts today and try a new, customized approach to acne treatment before that office party rolls around. As a bonus, you’ll also be able to get acne in check for 2024 (NYE resolution, check!).
Help for Acne and Scar Reduction
Like Kaling, many people think that acne is a problem plaguing teenagers, and that once we’re “adults” it ceases to be an issue. If you’re reading this, you know that’s not the case. A number of patients realize that, unfortunately, that isn’t true. Not only is acne common in adults, the scars it leaves can be lifelong. Fortunately, there is help for both conditions, active breakouts and scarring, but over the counter treatments are rarely enough.
Acne is a dermatological issue, but because it’s so common (in people of all ages) it’s often not taken seriously. Some types of acne are relatively mild, such as whiteheads. Others are severe, like cystic acne. Severe acne should be treated immediately for pain relief and to minimize the risk of scarring. Still, all acne can hurt self-esteem and lead to scarring. It’s a medical condition that deserves treatment.
Acne and You
There are several factors that play a role in acne, including hormone fluctuations and bacteria. Understanding what type of acne that you have is foundational, and requires a diagnosis by a dermatologist. The next step is designing an acne treatment plan based on the acne type and your goals. This can range from prescription topical treatments to oral medications.
Simultaneously, steps might need to be taken to reduce scarring. There are many options for this, including laser skin treatments. Minimizing scarring is essential for a person’s self-confidence and skin health. Studies have also shown that people with clear skin are generally seen as more attractive, more successful, and naturally have a leg up on the competition whether it’s romantic or professional.
Only a medical professional can determine the best acne scarring treatment for you. It can include chemical peels, a series of laser therapy sessions, microneedling, and more. What’s important to remember is that there is help and tools available. Start tackling your acne and scarring today by scheduling an appointment or consultation with RefinedMD today by calling the office or filling out the online form.