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Patients in search of acne
treatment have a wide spectrum of needs. Their diverse
needs reflect their many skin types and the multiple stages
of their acne. A remedy that offers the best treatment
for one acne patient may not be the best treatment type
for a second patient.
With that in mind, the following article seeks to offer
some advice to those who want to search for the best type
of acne treatment. In respect to the stage of a patient’s
acne, acne treatment types fall into three categories;
mild, moderate and severe.
A patient with mild acne has a limited number of blackheads
and whiteheads. A patient with mild acne has no evidence
of skin inflammation. Over-the-counter medications offer
the best treatment for mild acne. These medications generally
contain either salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide.
Treatment for moderate acne demands something that can
handle a larger number of whiteheads and blackheads. Acne
treatments for moderate acne should also provide the
patient with a way to reduce skin inflammation. Two types
of treatment appear to be best for controlling moderate
acne. These are topical antibiotics and synthetic vitamins.
A patient with severe
acne or acne
scarring will not find treatment in a topical antibiotic
or a synthetic vitamin. A patient with severe acne has
a well-advanced case of skin inflammation. These patients
should consult a physician to obtain a prescription for
oral antibiotics. These patients may also want to consider
using a laser or blue light treatment.
The above paragraphs categorize the types of acne treatment.
Within each category, there are a number of different
products. An acne patient should take a number of factors
into consideration when attempting to select the best
product.
A patient who desires a fast type of acne treatment may
have his or her patience tested by a 30 day wait for results.
A patient, who feels ready to wait for a longer amount
of time, may derive satisfaction from a treatment that
provides results in 60 or 90 days.
Not all acne treatment types are easy to locate and obtain.
Some acne treatments can be purchased in stores, others
must be ordered via the Internet. Asking others with acne,
or getting advice from a doctor or dermatologist is always
the best way to categorize your acne and get the best
product to combat your acne and start a Proactiv
acne solution regimen.
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