Basically there are two types of acne treatment in common use.
The first is one you apply to your skin (topical) and the second
is the sort you swallow (tablets). Your medical advisor will
assess which type is best suited for you. This article is about
maximising the effectiveness of topical acne treatments.
Too many of us only reach for these treatments when we feel a
spot is about to erupt, hoping for a miracle to occur instantly.
Unfortunately all topical (creams, lotions, gels) require time,
and your patience in order to be effective. You are setting
yourself up for failure, if you apply the cream to a tiny spot
waiting for it to disappear. Here are the 4 golden rules you
should follow, if you want to make the most of your topical acne
treatments:
1.Apply the cream liberally to all areas affected by the acne,
even when there are no spots visible. Acne creams work below the
surface and help prevent new spots from forming.
2.Applying more cream does not result in faster results. The
only real consequence of doing this is a likely adverse reaction
from your skin, making it look red and inflamed.
3.Acne creams often cause the skin to become dry and red. If
this happens to you, get yourself an oil-free moisturiser and
apply it on top of the acne treatment. Wait about 20mins before
applying the moisturiser to allow the treatment to be fully
absorbed into the skin.
4.If you plan to wear make-up over the treatments, make sure it
is oil-free or 'acne-friendly'. Some make-up manufacturers label
this specific type of product as being 'non-comedogenic', which
may help you identify suitable products. Of course you must
ensure you remove all your make-up before you apply your acne
treatment at night.
If you follow these simple guidelines, you'll dramatically
improve your chances of effectively treating your acne with
topical treatments. Remember this type of treatment does not
result in instant results.
About the author:
Peter Vine is a successful online publisher of
Acne-Treatment-Expert
.com He provides practical advice and the latest information
on all aspects of
adult acne,
which you can readily research on his website.
