The Best Acne Treatments Available
Acne, which affects the majority of teenagers, and a very large
number of adults as well, can be treated using various different
methods, with prices ranging from relatively inexpensive to
incredibly expensive. However, the best acne treatments are
those that treat acne from inside the body, as well as on the
surface of the skin - since acne starts inside.
The name on the package really doesn't matter as much as what is
inside the package. Some ingredients have proven to be quite
effective for treating acne, while others don't seem to have any
affect. Some ingredients are perfectly safe, while other's have
risks associated with them. What you use to treat your acne is
up to you - but it is important that you make informed
decisions, in order to find the best acne treatments for you.
Benzoyl peroxide is one of the most effective ingredients found
in a large majority of acne medications, however, there is quite
a bit of controversy surrounding this chemical. Benzoyl peroxide
has been linked to skin cancer, and it is on the FDA's 'unsure'
list. This means that while it has been approved by the FDA for
human use, the FDA cannot say that it is safe to use - but the
FDA hasn't determined that it is unsafe either.
Some of the most effective treatments for a large majority of
people who suffer with acne are: ProActiv, Accutane, and
Retin-A. This doesn't mean that these medications work for
everyone - it just means that it is effective for the majority
of people who use these treatments.
ProActiv is a three step topical acne fighting system that does
not require a prescription, although it does contain
prescription grade Benzoyl peroxide. Accutane is an oral
prescription medication. There are many side affects associated
with the use of Accutane, such as chapped lips, dry skin,
nosebleeds, eye irritation, joint and muscle pain, hair
thinning, skin rash, intestinal problems, urinary problems,
headaches, and vision problems. There are even some
psychological side effects, such as depression. Accutane is not
prescribed to women who are pregnant or nursing, due to serious
birth defects. Retin-A has very few side effects, and is
available in both prescription and over the counter forms.
Retin-A is used to treat a variety of skin problems other than
acne as well, including wrinkles, lines, scars, and
discoloration.
If using one of these products is of interest to you, you should
start with ProActiv. If ProActiv doesn't work, try Retin-A next.
Avoid using Accutane if you can, and if you do decide that you
want to give Accutane a try, make sure that you weigh the
potential side effects carefully.
While these treatments are costly, they have proven to be the
most successful. Therefore, in most cases, they are well worth
the expense. People spend billions of dollars purchasing
inexpensive acne treatments that simply do not work. If you look
at it in terms of how much money you would spend buying products
that do not work, in relation to the amount you will spend to
purchase an acne treatment that works for a large majority of
the population, you will find that you are better off spending
the money on the products that work in the long run, bypassing
those that do not work.
Keep in mind, however, that even though these are the best acne
treatments available, this doesn't mean that other, less
expensive treatments won't work for you. What works for you will
depend on many factors, including how severe your acne is.
Discuss your options with your dermatologist.
No matter which acne treatment you use, you must keep your face
clean, keep your hair and hands off your face, use the treatment
as directed, and give the treatment time to work. Failure to do
any of these things will keep your acne treatment from working -
no matter how good it is. You should also remember that what
works for some people may not work for others. The best acne
treatments are not always the best for everyone. What worked for
your neighbor may cause your acne to become worse. Work to find
the best acne treatment for you - and make sure you give it time
to work!