Sage Advice Skin CareIn the first part of this series, we covered the myths, aggravating factors, and genetic predispositions that cause acne to form. Now we will cover the Acne cycle how lesions form, and how to eradicate them.
There are Two Basic Kinds of Lesions or Zits: Non-Inflammatory and Inflammatory
Whichever kind or combination you get, the lesions or zits you have take 90 days to form. So there are zits forming right now that you will not see or feel for about three months, unless they are exacerbated by stress or medication.
Non-inflammatory Lesions
Each lesion starts out as a micro comedo or hard white “millet seed” under the skin. Normally, a comedo turns into a closed comedone or hard white bump and then turns into an open comedone or blackhead and falls out. This process, unless exacerbated by stress, takes about three months.
Non-inflammatory acne lesions don’t give the pizza-face look that inflammatory lesions do, and from a distance the skin looks relatively clear. Scarring from extraction may occur if the entire lesion is not removed leaving discoloration, holes or craters, and/or keloids or raised scars. Have these lesions removed by a professional.
Inflammatory Lesions
In this case, the hard millet seed turns into a papule (a sore bump commonly called a pimple), which has no opening. As more inflammation takes place, pus develops near the surface and turns into a pustule. If the lesion is very deep under the skin, it turns into a nodule filled with pus and becomes about the size of the end of your little finger or larger.
In terms of treatment and removal, inflammatory acne is easier to clear as it responds to medication quicker than non-inflammatory acne. Well, you might say, all of this is very interesting. How does it concern me and how do I get rid of it quickly, efficiently, and economically so that I look normal?
For a long time, it has been almost impossible for consumers to obtain accurate, helpful information about acne. Because of the misinformation pervading the skin care market, the average individual has spent thousands of dollars and been to at least ten different treatment centers before they get real help.
The Most Important Points to Remember for Treating Acne:
- Length of time the professional has been treating and clearing acne.
- Overall success rate.
- Is there a product guarantee?
- Are the products non-comedogenic (do not cause additional acne)?
- Is the professional recommended by a physician to treat acne?
- Does the professional complete a thorough inventory of your medications, both prescription and over-the-counter and explain possible side effects to you?
- Will they clear your Acne in 90 days or less?
- Will they explain how to lighten or stop discoloration, reduce the effects of scarring and be able to suggest medical help to reduce deep scarring if necessary?
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