These methods of treating acne are totally wrong!

Fairies with acne, please have a look~~~ When you have acne, don't blindly use acne-removing products~ Both endocrine and topical products may cause acne to become more severe~

1. Be cautious when using drugs to treat adult acne

1. Hormone regulators: Oral hormone regulators are the most radical means used by doctors to treat severe acne. They can only be used in the short term and should be stopped when the symptoms improve. For some people, their acne-prone face will return soon once they stop taking the medication.

2. Oral antibiotics: Oral antibiotics are mainly used to control the spread of severe inflammatory cysts and should not be taken for a long time.

3. Topical antibiotics: Topical antibiotics can kill bacteria and eliminate Propionibacterium acnes.

4. External application of steroids: The main purpose is to reduce inflammation. Steroids generally have excellent anti-redness and anti-inflammatory effects. They are not only effective in dealing with acne inflammation and swelling, but also effective in controlling rashes on allergic skin. This is one of the reasons why it is added to cosmetics. But because acne is not a disease and there is no so-called cure, the excessive abuse of antibiotics and steroids will cause irreversible damage not only to the skin, but also to human health.

2. Be careful when relying on cosmetics to regulate excess oil secretion

1. Facial cleanser with strong cleaning power: can thoroughly wash away the sebum on the face. Remember to wash your face several times a day, but don't over-wash it to avoid dryness and tightness after washing. Excessive fat removal can cause the skin to become oily on the outside and dry on the inside.

2. Plant extracts regulate oily skin: quickly tighten pores and alleviate excessive oil discharge. The classic ingredients are witch hazel extract and various fruit acids. Most products are adjusted to acidic formulas, which can have an astringent effect.

3. Alcohol-containing lotion: removes shine. When using it, be careful not to use alcohol with too high a concentration for a long time. Alcohol not only removes oiliness, but also causes premature keratinization of the skin. If used too much, the skin will appear rougher and duller.

4. Products containing zinc and copper ions: The main purpose is to inhibit the activity of 5a-reductase and remove activated sebum production. It is currently the most effective means. Common ones include Zn-PCA, Cu-PCA, Zn-Gluconate, and Cu-Gluconate.

5. Exfoliating products: There are three types of exfoliating products: scrub exfoliating, fruit acid exfoliating, and enzyme exfoliating. In terms of usage, scrubs should be used to exfoliate the skin after washing your face when the cuticles are softened. Purulent acne is easily scratched and damaged, so it is not advisable to use scrubs to help exfoliate the skin for the time being. Fruit acid exfoliation is not suitable for sensitive rosacea skin due to its strong acid stimulation. Low-concentration fruit acid can help exfoliate dead skin cells. Enzymes are the least irritating option, but that doesn’t mean they’re suitable for all acne-prone skin. 5%-10% of people still have allergic reactions to enzymes.

3. Oil control and exfoliation require the right ingredients

6. Keratin-dissolving products: Fruit acids have the ability to dissolve keratin, but most fruit acids are water-soluble, so they cannot show a specific clearing effect on keratin plugs in the oil-rich mixed area of ​​pores. Some brands use lipophilic salicylic acid, which will be more effective.

7. Fungicide: The main fungicide in cosmetics that is effective against Propionibacterium acnes is triclosan, but triclosan itself is a broad-spectrum fungicide and can cause certain damage to the skin. Therefore, it is best to use it when you have acne and stop using it when you don’t have acne. In addition, in recent years, the research and development of ingredients such as hinokitiol and taurocholine, as ingredients against Propionibacterium acnes, are safer than broad-effect bactericidal agents. Severe acne should be improved with skin care products, so don't be impatient.

8. Anti-inflammatory: Licorice and allantoin are the most classic anti-inflammatory agents in skin care products, but their effects are far different from those of steroids. But its advantages are that it is mild and non-irritating, has no side effects, and has no sequelae.

9. Control inflammatory factors: Regarding the anti-acne matrix for controlling inflammation, Chinese herbal medicine has a lot of research and results that are worthy of recognition and long-term use. Such as Andrographis paniculata, Echinacea purpurea, Herba Cibotii, Herba Forsythiae, Acanthopanacis trifoliata, Leonurus japonicus, Herba Centipede, Dioscorea opposita, Vitis vinifera, Achyranthes bidentata, Lithospermum officinale, Honeysuckle, Cibotium barometz, Mistletoe, Forsythia suspensa, Rhubarb, and Agrimony vine.

4. Solve the problem of dilated pores and red blood streaks after acne

1. Enlarged pores: Enlarged pores are a sign that the sebaceous glands are trying to remove blockages. If you want clean and unobstructed pores, you need to apply facial masks more often and remove makeup thoroughly (use cleansing oil and makeup remover to dissolve sebum). Instead of using a stronger cleanser.

2. Red blood streaks: The red blood streaks are obviously caused by excessive reliance on steroid-containing plasters (perhaps banned additives mixed in skin care products) in the anti-acne treatment methods used. Long-term use of steroid ointments will inevitably cause red blood streaks and steroid purpura. You need to stop using it first, and then choose to use a coagulant ingredient like tranexamic acid to gradually improve the skin damage. You must know that the damage caused by steroids is irreversible.

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