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Importance of your Skin's pH
Our skin’s functions are too many to go through here in detail, however it protects our ‘insides’ from the external environment, acting both as a barrier and a filter between ‘outside’ and ‘inside’. The skin helps in regulating our body’s temperature, ...
Save Your Skin By Starting Early
(NC)-Maintaining proper skin-care habits to prevent dry skin throughout the year can go a long way toward keeping your skin moisturized during the harsh winter months. To avoid developing problems, take steps early. Although it can happen at any time of ...
Skin Care & Acne Prevention
Skin Care & Acne PreventionLet’s take a look at how to combat your acne.The main strategy to use is prevention where possible and betterskin care. Here are several top issues of focus for ...
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Myth #1: Acne treatments are universal, and what works for one person will work for everyone.
The truth is, everyone's natural chemistry and skin are unique. Furthermore, each person lives in a unique environment which will have specific effects on their skin and acne. The truth is, what works as an acne "fix" for one person may completely fail for someone else. Each person should get personalized advice from a dermatologist. Furthermore, they should be willing to keep trying different things until they find a regimen that works for them.
Myth #2: There is a quick fix for acne.
This is another myth which often proves to be completely false. For people with very severe acne, getting rid of it can be
a long-fought "war", not a quick battle. Even when medication is very effective, it can take up to 6 to 8 weeks to get initial results. To beat acne, it is necessary to be patient and "stick with it", even when treatment doesn't seem to be helping.
Myth #3: You don't need a dermatologist's help to beat acne.
Actually, the dermatologist is exactly who you need to beat acne! Some people believe that their own concocted remedies, or over-the-counter treatments are enough to clear up their skin. The fact is, you may need a personalized plan to actually clear up your acne, and only a doctor is qualified enough to recommend this safely. So do yourself a favor, and go see a doctor about it! You'll be glad you did.
Of course, those are just a few of the facts (and uncovered myths) about acne skin care. To get the full story, it is advised that you see a dermatologist and get more personalized recommendations. And of course, once you are prescribed a specific acne regimen, remember to stick with it! Anything worthwhile takes time.
About the author:
Ruth Stattmiller writes about skin care topics, including acne skin care.
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Q&A: Men Warming Up To Skin CareMediaPost CommunicationsNew research from the NPD Group finds that while 9 out 10 men over the age of 18 use some type of grooming product, whether it's deodorant, hair gel, shaving cream or fragrance, only 25% use facial skincare products. But with more and more prestige ... |
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