What are the best treatments for acne?
There are a wide variety of treatments available, based on the acne grading you are suffering from. Regardless of the grade, you want to unclog the pores and kill the p. acne bacteria. The following is a brief list of the most common ingredients in over-the-counter and prescription acne products: • Salicylic Acid dissolves and removes the dead cells inside the hair follicles. This allows the pores to become unclogged and the sebum to pass through unimpeded. • Benzoyl Peroxide is considered the most active ingredient in acne treatments. It is an anti-bacterial that helps remove the p. acne bacteria in the follicle. The lower concentrations can be obtained over-the-counter, while higher strengths require a prescription. • Retinoids, such as Retin-A work by increasing skin cell turnover and promote the extrusion of the clogged follicle. They are very effective for unblocking the pores of oil glands. • Facials and Peels are helpful treatments for removing pore blockage. The facial will hel
