Contrary to what many people may think, acne is not a problem that exists only in teenagers, but rather can affect anyone of any age, from babies and toddlers up through and including senior citizens. While it is true that generally speaking, young adults going through puberty through their late teens are the ones who usually experience acne problems, the problem is not isolated there.
Regardless of the age group of the affected person, the question is still how does one find out the best acne treatment? The good news is that there are a wide variety of treatments. The bad news is that there is not any particular treatment that is guaranteed to work for everyone, since everyone is different. So you may need to experiment a bit and find the one that works best for you, based on your age, your lifestyle, and your own body chemistry. Acne is caused by a skin irritation where bacteria gets inside the pores of your skin, typically on your face and sometimes also your shoulders and back.
The skin is irritated by the bacteria, which causes acne. That is a very general statement, and it should be noted that acne can also be caused by other things such as pregnancy, health issue, and although some would dispute it, others say acne can also be brought on by and irritated by stress. One way to combat acne is to wash the affected areas thoroughly at least once or twice a day. Some may scoff at this, saying that something as simple as washing cannot possibly resolve acne, but you would be surprised at the number of people who have found this to be extremely effective for them. You need to wash thoroughly and use a good quality anti-bacterial soap. Do not use perfumed soaps since those can sometimes leave residue behind, which will only serve to clog the pores you are trying to unclog. Avoid using regular soap that does not have anti-bacterial properties, since that will only serve to dry out your face too much. A good washing in this way is especially important for women who wear makeup, since the combination of the makeup and the natural oils produced by your skin can result in clogged pores which produce acne.
Your body can only work with what you put into it, so you may want to examine what you eat and drink. You should drink plenty of water, which has a natural cleansing effect. You may want to cut back on caffeine (coffee, sodas) to see if your body is reacting to caffeine intake. Proper exercise and proper amounts of sleep each night can also play a factor. If you don't current take vitamins, you may want to start, as well as ensuring a good balance in the foods you eat. One popular myth is that greasy foods will cause acne, which is not true directly, but greasy foods are not part of a healthy diet, so in a sense, there is some truth to that statement. If you need more help with acne treatment, there are many OTC (Over The Counter) creams and gels that you can try. Again, it depends on you and everyone is different. There is not a "magic cream" that will work for everyone. If you have a more serious case of acne, you may want to consider a visit to a dermatologist who can recommend something for your acne, or perhaps even write a prescription for something to take for it.
But keep in mind that what works for one person may have no affect on another. Also remember that if you have very oily skin but do not wash multiple times daily, you are not doing all that you can. If your acne is caused by stress and the source of the stress cannot be lifted or reduced, then the acne will continue to be there. Find out what works for you. Even if the method does not eliminate the acne totally, it should reduce it to a much more comfortable level for you.
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