May 16, 2007 - Posted by admin - 0 Comments
It is not an uncommon fact to observe scars in the more advanced stages of this chronic skin disease. If a treatment is not followed immediately, people will observe that these scars tend to become more and more serious. One of the preferred methods to treat this skin condition is represented by the acne laser treatment. In some of the cases, “laser treatment” is an improper term, as a special type of light is used. This light increases the temperature in the affected area, fact that leads to a regeneration of the skin. In other cases, laser is used for healing acne and removing the scars by resurfacing the top-most layers of skin. In the past, the acne laser treatment involved regular visits to the cabinet of the doctor. Even more, in the past, the acne laser treatment had to be performed for prolonged periods of time, in order to observe the effect. In our times, due to the research that is made by the scientists, new types of lasers have been developed. This way, the efficiency of the acne laser treatment increases considerably. As the effectiveness of the laser beam gets higher, the duration of the acne laser treatment drops significantly.
Hemoglobin and chlorophyll include porphyrin rings in their constitution. Several types of porphyrins assimilate light energy, especially when oxygen is present while exposing to light. In this situation, the porphyrins become photo sensitizers that provoke the production of singlet oxygen which is very dangerous to the cells. Activating certain types of porphyrins is possible by using a certain type of light therapy, which is named photodynamic therapy. This resembles of the acne laser treatment. Although activating the porphyrins may seem a paradox, since it destroys the cells, it has a benefic effect when applied in the area that is affected by acne. The activated porphyrins destroy bacteria very fast.
It is important to know that only the lasers that have a certain bandwidth can be used in the acne laser treatment. While some of the lasers have a narrow-band light that have a bandwidth of 415 to 420 nm, others have a broadband light with a bandwidth that ranges from 510 nm to 595 nm. Not at last, certain orange and red light lasers that have a bandwidth of 610 to 635 nm have been successfully used in the acne laser treatment. Other lasers that use an almost InfraRed spectrum that ranges from 1320 nm to 1540 nm have been successfully used in thermal injury to the sebaceous glands.
May 16, 2007 - Posted by admin - 0 Comments
Before looking for medical advice and before following a treatment that is likely to be very expensive, people who suffer from acne are encouraged to try an acne home remedy. The best results are observed in people who have mild forms of acne. Even more, the efficiency of the acne home remedy is not guaranteed for all the people. Combining these solutions may lead to better results than when using only one remedy.
Usually, an acne home remedy is related to hygiene measures that are meant to clean the skin and to keep the bacteria count within normal limits. One of simplest home made treatments involves toothpaste that is applied on the pimples before going to sleep. This method leads to a considerable decrease of inflammation during the night. However, before taking this remedy into consideration, people must make sure they use tooth paste and not a gel.
Combining water that has been warmed with salt and washing the face with this mix two times a day may also have effect. The salt and the warm water remove the excess oil, fact that leads to an improvement of the acne symptoms.
Another acne home remedy implies the use of medicinal plants. Fenugreek is one of the herbs that prove to be efficient as an alternative treatment for acne. The leaves of this plant are used as the main ingredient for a paste. Applying this paste 10 to 15 minutes each night will help most of the people to get rid of acne. After keeping this paste on the face for the specified amount of time, people must rinse out their face with warm water. The remedy based on fenugreek leaves paste is effective both in the treatment and in the prevention of acne.
In some cases, the acne home remedy may refer to certain diets that must be followed in order to reduce the effects of this health condition. Most of the diets that are recommended to people who suffer from acne are based on fruits and vegetables. People are encouraged to eat fresh fruits and vegetables at least 5 times each day. The acne diet is used by many patients. Although in back acne the results have not been certified yet, the area of skin that is affected by this condition may extend and occupy the face and the shoulders. Because of this fact, people must follow a healthy diet, no matter the type of acne that they have.
May 5, 2007 - Posted by admin - 5 Comments
The scientists have researched for a long time treatments for acne and are now able to provide solutions that allow people to get rid of acne very fast and very easy. However, not all the methods that are discussed below refer to medication and to surgical procedures or treatments that are made in hospitals. In fact, some of the products that help people to get rid of acne are actually home-made. In addition, people must learn to respect some hygiene measures in order to keep acne away.
The medication that is used in the treatment of acne is usually based on one or more of the following active ingredients: salicylic acid, sulfur, resorcinol and benzoyl peroxide. Some of the medicines are over-the-counter, while others are sold only if the person has a medical prescription. Over-the-counter lotions and medication can be obtained without such a medical prescription. In this situation, the patient adjusts the dosage according to the needs. The most effective medicine for acne is Accutane. However, this drug has serious side effects that include depression and suicidal tendencies. Over-the-counter medicines that are based on benzoyl peroxide must be used once or twice a day, if people want to obtain reasonable results and to get rid of acne fast. Other over-the-counter medicines are based on sulfur and resorcinol. These substances irritate the skin, fact that determines the decongestion of the sebaceous glands.
Before deciding to pick a method that will help to get rid of acne, people must know that certain methods are efficient only for mild to moderate cases. As a counterexample, people who suffer from severe forms of acne that feature scars are recommended to try surgical removal or other types of treatment. Laser therapy and photodynamic therapy are effective in this case, while the other treatments may not offer satisfactory results.
As it has been mentioned before, people must respect several hygiene measures. These measures tend to be effective both when preventing and when treating acne. If pimples are observed on the face, people must not apply pressure on them. Otherwise, bacteria spread and the risk to get scars increases.
In order to get rid of acne, people must also adjust their diets. The Omega-3 intake must be increased while the Omega-6 intake must be decreased until these two are in almost equal amounts. Even more, the hydrogenated fats must be avoided as much as possible. These have been reported to worsen the condition of the people who suffer from acne.
May 5, 2007 - Posted by admin - 2 Comments
Acne Free is a piece of software that has been developed by a company named Flawless Complexion. The goal of this piece of software is to help people who suffer from this chronic skin disease to get rid of the condition. Acne Free provides a series of tips that, if followed properly, will cure this skin disease.
Most of the Acne Free advices refer to homemade remedies for the skin condition. In conclusion, this piece of software is addressed mainly to people who suffer from mild to moderate acne. As it is already known, the most severe cases of acne that are characterized by scars and obvious blemishes can be treated only by using more advanced therapies, such as photodynamic therapy, laser therapy or any of the available acne scar removal methods.
Maintaining the skin clear is one of the main advices offered by Acne Free. This is actually helpful, as the bacteria levels are forced to decrease considerably. Bacteria, sweat and dirt are known to be factors that influence very much the development of acne. By washing often, all or most part of these factors is removed. This tip is very important, as it may be used both as a treatment, but also as a prevention method for this chronic skin disease.
Another advice that is offered by Acne Free refers to the sleep hours. According to some tests that have been performed recently, the spots may appear as a result of little or even no rest. As sleepless nights may represent a factor that determines the appearance of acne, getting enough rest is believed to solve this problem.
As it is already known, the development of acne is conditioned by the diet people follow. Acne Free reveals the importance of avoiding certain foods. Omega-3 fat seems to be benefic to the body, while Omega-6 fat is not. Reestablishing the balance between these two will lead to an improvement of the symptoms. Hydrogenated fats are very dangerous so people must pay attention to the foods that contain such fats.
The cosmetics play a very important role, according to Acne Free. If they must be used, then women must pay attention to their effect. If a certain cosmetic product is found to produce or to worsen the irritation of the skin, then it must be replaced immediately. Another Acne Free tip refers to the use of homemade cosmetics, which are safer, from many points of view.
These are many other advices can be easily found in Acne Free. This piece of software is available for download. The most important fact is that it is free. This way, many people can benefit from the great number of tips that are offered.
May 3, 2007 - Posted by admin - 1 Comment
The variety of the acne creams is increasing because in time the researchers that work for the pharmaceutical companies who produce them discover more and more substances. As these substances are discovered to be effective in the treatment of acne, they are added to the composition of the acne cream.
The oil that is obtained from the leaves of the tea tree is extensively used as an ingredient of the typical acne cream. The benefic effects of this oil are known all over the world. It is not used only in the acne treatment, but for this purpose it is very appreciated for its purifying effect. If an acne cream is based on green tea catechins and on tea tree oil, it is much esteemed because people prefer natural products rather than expensive treatments and medicines that may have serious side effects in some cases. Catechins represent a class of antioxidants that are characterized by an increased instability. They are known to dissolve in a few days. When this happens, their efficiency actually disappears completely. Because of this fact, if an acne cream is based on these green tea antioxidants, the catechins no longer exist after a short period of time. Scientists have researched this fact for a long time and have found a way to keep the catechins active.
Green tea, which is a medicinal herb contained by many effective acne creams, is used in the treatment of acne because it thoroughly cleans the skin. In addition, it destroys the bacteria, decreases the irritation and normalizes the hormone levels. As the studies that were performed showed that the persons who have used tea tree acne cream no longer had a dry skin or any signs of irritation, this medicinal herb became the main ingredient of many such creams. In addition, it has been proved that it is better than benzoyl peroxide. As evidence, researchers have revealed that a 3 percent green tea acne cream has the same efficiency as 4 percent benzoyl peroxide cream.
If the acne cream does not contain green tea catechins or tea tree oil, then most probably the active ingredient is represented by benzoyl peroxide. As it has been stated before, the efficiency of this substance is lower than of the products that are based on natural ingredients. In addition, salicylic acid is also used in the composition of some acne creams. In general, the acne creams are used for treating this chronic skin disease. However, they may also help people to mask and to speed-up the drying of the zits.