Acne Myths, Etc.

Non-Ablative Laser Acne Scar Treatment

2012-04-24T22:57:39Z

Effective acne scar treatment is rarely simple... and even in today's high-tech world, there are no guarantees. However, hundreds of dedicated scientists and surgeons are focused on finding ways to remedy this all-too-common problem, and new treatment methods are appearing regularly.

Feline Acne and Your Pet

2012-03-20T12:23:48Z

Feline acne is actually a very common condition for cats. As with people, cats get acne when they are stressed, when their pores get clogged, or sometimes, just because. You can usually recognize cat acne by the small blackheads that form under your pet's chin.

There are simple cat acne treatments that can prevent your kitty acne from becoming a serious lifelong problem. Read on to learn all about how to acne proof your pet cat.

Dealing With Under Skin Acne

2012-02-03T13:19:47Z

Of all the acne out there, under skin acne is one of the worst. It's painful, unsightly, and sometimes frightening, because people don't always recognize it for what it is. Many people find unsightly and painful lumps on their bodies and become very concerned, thinking they have cysts or even tumors. Fortunately, acne under skin isn't nearly that serious: just annoying and painful.

Dealing with Acne Scars

2012-01-20T17:49:21Z

Acne scars are acne's ugly legacy. They are painful reminders that even the best acne treatments can't remove acne's lingering marks on your life and your body. And when they're severe, they can seriously affect a person's self esteem, health, and life.

It might not seem like acne scars are a big deal, but if you've suffered from them, you know differently. And while it's easy to find acne treatments online and in stores, it's not nearly as simple to find an effective acne scar treatment. Over time, a person can start to despair that they will ever beat those scars.

But take heart, because there is hope. Here are some useful acne scar treatments that really work.

Best Acne Treatment for Clearing Your Skin

2012-01-06T17:33:28Z

The best acne treatment is a healthy lifestyle. It's a combination of all the different versions of the best acne cure you've been hearing and reading about for years. Everyone wants a quick, easy solution to their problems. I want to wipe something on my face and have my acne vanish, my mom wants to take a pill and lose thirty pounds, my brother wants to get rich quick. But that's just not how life works.

Most problems have multipart solutions. Acne solutions are no different. Sure, for some lucky people, one specific product or form of acne skin care will work wonders. But for most of us, solving our acne issues is something that takes time and commitment.

Getting Rid of Scalp Acne

2011-12-16T17:28:18Z

Scalp acne is an incredibly annoying problem. In some ways, it's better than facial acne since it's harder to see and more easily disguised. On the other hand, though, it's painful, embarrassing, and feels gross. Then there's simple tasks like brushing your hair, which become incredibly painful when you have scalp pimples.

Fortunately, there are things you can do to both treat and prevent acne on scalp lines and under your hair. Read on for some advice on dealing with scalp acne.

Another Dose of Acne Myths

2011-12-02T14:22:36Z

There are so many acne myths, it's hard to separate fact from fiction. That's why you have our handy guides on myths about acne to make sure you don't get drawn into false webs. We all know the common myths about things like chocolate, but there are some that are a little harder to keep track of.

So here are another batch of myths about treating acne, causing acne, and the best acne solutions.

Acne Treatment and Low Carb Diets Meet

2011-11-18T14:17:42Z

If you want a natural acne treatment, you may be in luck. Doctors believe that a low carb diet could provide an excellent way to deal with skin blemishes.

Now, before you start rummaging through the cupboards and throwing bread in the garbage, note that we're talking about a LOW carb diet, not a NO carb diet. Most doctors and nutritionists agree that your body needs carbs -- it's just that we eat too many, and we eat the wrong kind.

So starting a low carb diet could be better than all of the acne treatments you've tried. Why is that, and how do you go about it?

Stop Acne In Its Tracks

2011-11-04T13:12:15Z

The best time to stop acne is before you get it. If you're like many people, though, once your skin clears up, you might slack off on your skin regiment. It's completely natural: people tend to forget about problems that don't immediately present themselves (it's why we're such diligent flossers when we get back from the dentist or have a toothache, but not so much the rest of the time.)

So it's going to happen. You'll mostly conquer your acne problems, and then one day, you notice a single pimple. Ugh, you think -- and then one becomes two, and two becomes four, and soon you've got breakouts all over your face and body.

The best tactic would be to stop acne before it started. But if you notice a pimple, it's time to take immediate action to prevent a full scale breakout.

How Acne and Diet Relate to Each Other

2011-10-07T13:12:09Z

There are many disproven links between acne and diet. For example, growing up you may have heard the myth that 'chocolate causes acne.' It doesn't. There is nothing in chocolate that makes your body have a knee-jerk reaction and decide to produce more oil in your skin.

However, there is reason to believe that your diet and the foods you ingest can have an affect on your acne. And while some may argue that foods are not causes of acne, there is plenty of evidence to the contrary.

Emergency Acne Tips and Cures

2011-09-23T13:01:58Z

It's your wedding... or your graduation day... or your high school reunion, and you have a bad case of emergency acne. It's not uncommon, especially since the added stress of a big event often causes changes in your skin, which can bring on the dreaded zits. But if all eyes are on you, acne spells bad news.

Never fear... here are some emergency acne solutions that help you get through this temporary situation.

Summer Acne Tips -- Fighting The Summer Breakout

2011-09-09T13:49:14Z

Even as an adult, I struggle with summer acne. And when I was a teenager, the summer months were a living nightmare for me. No matter what I did, I couldn't keep my skin from shining like a beacon and glowing like a tomato.

The skin care that helps you fight acne all winter long may not work when summer comes around. Not only is the warm weather going to make you sweat more, you're probably smearing sunscreen and bug spray and all sorts of other lovely things on your face. It's a tough thing when you're down to a choice between extreme sunburns and severe acne.

The Benefits of Oily Skin

2011-08-19T13:44:32Z

Who wants oily skin? It leads to acne, smeared makeup, shiny noses, and all sorts of other things we don't even want to think about, much less discuss. I know the feeling: I've had oily skin my entire life. I used to laugh when people complained about dry skin. At least they could slather some moisturizer on and be done with it. I was stuck with my pimples, no matter how many oily skin products I used.

Acne Prevention -- Oldies but Goodies

2011-08-06T01:13:02Z

Acne prevention is a multilayered thing. On the one hand, there are some simple tips everyone can follow that will nip acne in the bud more effectively than many acne treatment products. On the other, what causes acne can vary from person to person. Your acne 'triggers' might not be the same as your best friend's, your wife's, or even your sister's.

What You Need to Know About Acne Laser Treatments

2011-07-22T15:39:01Z

The newest innovation in the battle against zits: acne laser treatments. It sounds kind of far-fetched and science fiction-y, but when you consider that we have laser eye surgery, laser skin procedures stop sounding quite so strange.

But what is acne laser treatment, is it safe, and how do you know if it's right for you? Here are all the details you need before you turn a laser loose on your skin.