How to Control Acne
Acne is a hereditary condition brought on by hormonal changes that cause the oil glands to secrete too much oil (sebum). Excessive sebum, along with dead skin cells, creates a blockage in the pore, which breeds bacteria (Propionibacterium acnes). As a result, the pore becomes swollen, inflamed, and irritated. Acne may be aggravated further by emotional stress, environmental factors, picking at a pimple (which can spread bacteria, causing more pimples), and occasionally by diet.
Acne Control
You may find that the tips on reducing stress will decrease your breakouts when you implement them (yes, stress has been known to trigger pimples).
You may find that my herbal recommendations for cleansing your body of toxins clears up your acne within weeks.
Begin with the “Skin Conditions and Treatments” section above and to the left, that apply to you. These pages will explain the science of the treatment and suggest the product selections that would be appropriate for you. Next, progress to the subjects under the other headings for suggestions and factors that may be promoting your acne and acne related conditions that may be damaging your skin. Be sure to visit the Acne Cure Progress page to review photographs of Skintactix acne treatment and how it typically progresses.
Burdock
Burdock will move the body to a state of integration and health, removing indicators of systemic imbalance in the body such as skin problems including acne. Burdock is a valuable contributing factor for the remedy and treatment of skin conditions which result in dry and scaly skin and it should be remembered that such skin problems can only be healed from within and with the aid of internal remedies.
Dandelion Root
Dandelion Root works to improve general health and clear skin. The root and leaf act on the kidneys as a gentle diuretic, improving the way kidneys cleanse the blood and recycle nutrients.
Using Birth Control Pills For Acne Control
The use of birth control pills to control acne flare ups may or may not be an effective.
Usually, the first signs of acne develop during adolescence, when hormone levels begin to rise. When hormone levels surge, the sebaceous glands located at the base of each hair follicle, produce excess oil. This oil combined with dead skin cells and dirt becomes trapped within the skin’s pores and acne develops.
Since acne can be triggered by fluctuating hormone levels within the body, it stands to reason that acne can appear at the various ’stages’ in life when hormone levels are changing such as puberty, pregnancy and menopause. It also makes sense that controlling hormone levels may help to reduce acne outbreaks.
One of the side-benefits of birth control pills is the improvement of acne in women who already have skin prone to pimples, which is the reason you’re taking Low-Ogestrel. (By the way, unlike birth control pills containing the newer progestin norgestimate, Low-Ogestrel and other pills containing the older progestin norgestrel may cause acne problems in women with clear skin.) Regardless of the reason you’ve been prescribed Low-Ogestrel, or another birth control pill, it is as effective as a contraceptive as if you were taking it for that purpose, with one caveat: you need to follow the dosage instructions. That generally means taking one pill per day, skipping none, at around the same time each day.
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