« ...Acne is a very unique condition of the skin wherein dirt, oil and bacteria get trapped in hair follicles or pores and a thin layer of skin or a skin cell forms over it so that it can't get washed away. This then grows into what we call a pimple. Because pimples are usually red and the area around these breakouts is typically also red, itchy, and inflamed, it's easy to see how it can be confused with rosacea and vice versa. But it's important to understand that rosacea is not acne because it is not a collection of dirt, oil and bacteria. Instead, rosacea is a condition wherein the skin becomes red, irritated and inflamed. It can also be somewhat dry and scaly. A person can have small bumps with this condition, but these pustules are not the same as acne. As a matter of fact, using acne medication on rosacea can actually make the condition worse, since most topical treatment options for acne are very drying and contain harsh ingredient such as peroxide and alcohol. Imagine adding any of these to an open wound or scrape you have on your skin - obviously this would just make it feel much worse!...
...It is a shame, but there is comfort in the face that so many others have dealt with the same issue. In fact, there are treatments available to people with severe acne scarring, some topical and others quite intense. If you are embarrassed by your scars, maybe it is time you looked into some treatment therapy for your ailing skin....»
«...A diet rich in vegetables, low Glycemic Index carbohydrates and lean protein can go a long way to helping clear up your skin of pimple. It was once a point of debate whether diet could help clear up acne or if it was an old wives tale. However, recent studies done by researchers at RMIT University have shown that diet does indeed have a link to clearer skin and helps reduce any further acne breakouts....»
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