It is a disease called acne that usually affects the skin conditions of people between the ages of 12-24. It is difficult to determine the cause of acne. However, excessive secretion of sebaceous glands is cited as the cause of the activation of most acne outbreaks.
Pilosebaceous units are the combination of hair follicles and sebaceous glands in the skin. Pilosebaceous units are found in the skin tissue of the body, with the exception of the surface of the palms and soles. They are responsible for the secretion of an oily substance called sebum. However, due to many factors (for example, hormone imbalances, stress and natural skin conditions), the sebaceous glands can be stimulated to produce more sebum, serum than normal. When this happens, excess oil clogs the skin's pores. This process causes a bacterial infection and stimulates the reaction of the immune system. Finally, acne inflammation results.
Acne can affect any type of skin. Oily skin type is more prone to acne. Dry skin may not be sensitive, but serious outbreaks can occur during the winter months. Normal skin is equally susceptible to acne, but the severity level may not be that high.
Currently, acne has not completely healed yet, but some acne can be removed with skin care methods. Many seek the help of topical medications applied to the skin surface. However, using acne-prone skin care products such as "pore pads" can remove whiteheads and blackheads, but not affect the excess sebum produced.
But to fix and prevent it, it's best to use the following 8 simple tips:
1. Attention should be paid to a healthy and balanced diet. Therefore, food intake should contain all the essential nutrients that the body needs for efficient functioning.
2. Drink plenty of fluids such as water, fruit juices. Minimize consumption of carbonated beverages.
3. Makeup is not recommended.
4. Wash your face with mild soap and water. This is not because of removing dirt (as most acne sufferers perceive) but to remove plugs from skin pores, which can be a combination of dead skin cells, bacteria, and hardened sebum. While dirt isn't really the cause of acne, it can contribute to further infection through skin debris and particles and their interaction with the extra oil in the skin.
5. Use topical cleansing wipes that may contain one or a combination of salicylic acid, sulfur, and benzoyl peroxide to remove excess oil. Another way to minimize excess sebum on your skin is to wash your face with the hottest water possible.
6. Minimize the use of harsh cleansers and use acne skin care products that gently exfoliate. Do not rub vigorously on the affected areas.
7. Avoid touching your face if your hands are dirty.
8. If your hair is long, pull it back, so it stays away from your face. This is especially true if the weather is hot, and you are sweating.
Preventive steps for acne-prone skin care are just as important as the acne treatment itself. With prevention, you at least know how to ensure that your acne problem does not escalate and spread to a wider infected area.
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