The treatment for acne depends on the severity of acne and the pain in the affected parts of your skin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Needless to say, chosen treatment methodology will also depend on your choice and what you are willing to undertake. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have mild acne, the usually recommended treatments are benzoyl peroxide, retinol, other exfoliants like hydroxy acids with some lifestyle changes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Moderate and severe levels of acne may need a more careful treatment methodology, medications, or creams and lotions given with the advice of a medical professional. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. <\/strong>Understand the cause of acne in men<\/h3>\n\n\n\nAcne is commonly seen in men that hit puberty in early teenage and continue into adulthood. According to research, 42.5% of men in their 20s and 20.1 % of men in their 30s experience hormonal acne breakouts. Speak to a medical professional to understand the root cause of your acne. The choice of acne treatment could vary significantly based on the reason behind your acne. For example, acne due to stress may simply go away with certain lifestyle changes, but hormonal acne might need medicinal intervention. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Image by Phong B\u00f9i Nam<\/a> from Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n2. See a medical professional to check for hormonal imbalance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Seeking professional help for severe hormonal imbalance is highly recommended. A dermatologist is a trained professional to treat skin conditions. They can provide you with the right help in analysing and understanding your condition and assist you to overcome it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A general physician might recommend blood tests and other checkups to find out the cause of your hormonal imbalance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
3. Follow a good skincare routine<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
If you have an underlying acne problem, having an unclean face will only trigger it further. A good skincare routine supports your acne treatments<\/a> to produce better results. <\/p>\n\n\n\nHere’s what a good routine looks like: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Wash<\/li>
- Moisturise <\/li>
- Treat (this is important when we’re addressing acne) <\/li>
- Apply sunscreen<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
4. <\/strong>Shave carefully<\/h3>\n\n\n\nAcne <\/a>can make shaving difficult and very uncomfortable. It is, therefore, necessary to take extra care while shaving.<\/p>\n\n\n\nDo not shave off the pimples and be gentle while shaving over blemishes. Try switching into an electric razor if you find a normal razor hard to shave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Men with curly hair in the beard area are generally prone to folliculitis because the hair tends to curl under the skin. So, growing the beard longer before shaving is recommended. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
5. Consider acne treatment creams and lotions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s helpful to do your own research to understand ingredients better and what you\u2019ll need for your skin, and to to speak to a dermatologist for professional advice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
When trying a new product, it\u2019s advisable to do a patch test as each product reacts differently to everyone. Here\u2019s how: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Apply the product to a test spot (quarter-sized, preferably in an area where it won’t be rubbed off. Example- bend of your elbow or underside of the arm)<\/li>
- Leave the product on the skin for the day.<\/li>
- Test for 7-10 days. If your skin does not show a negative reaction (redness, itchiness, etc), the product is generally considered safe for your skin. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
6. Diet changes for acne treatment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Some studies have shown a significant improvement in people with acne following a high-protein and low-GI diet. This includes cutting out excess sugar in foods and beverages, as well as refined carbs like pastries and pasta.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Additionally, increasing your consumption of water has been proven to have significant positive impacts on acne. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Acne treatment cream: how does it work?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAcne treatments work by killing the bad bacteria and clearing the dead skin cells. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
With the billions of acne creams available in the market, the choice for the right one may be overwhelming.\u00a0 Most acne treatment creams have ingredients like\u00a0 Tretinoin, Clindamycin Phosphate, Niacinamide<\/a>, Azelaic acid and Zinc Pyrethione.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHere is the amount of each ingredient used in this cream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tretinoin:<\/strong> It removes the dead skin cells and keeps the pores clear of the bacteria. <\/p>\n\n\n\nClindamycin Phosphate: 1% of this <\/strong>is usually used in most products. This is a topical antibiotic that removes the acne-causing bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNiacinamide: <\/strong>4% of this chemical is usually used in acne creams. This is used to reduce the oiliness of the skin, strengthening the skin barrier.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAzelaic Acid: <\/strong>This ingredient is used in the cream to reduce redness and contains anti-inflammatory properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\nZinc Pyrithione: <\/strong>It contains antibacterial and antifungal properties. It also helps in giving a glow to the skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhen should men see a medical professional for acne treatment?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIt is better to consult a medical professional when the symptoms of acne are in their mild stage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
A medical professional can offer an advanced treatment to control your acne, irrespective of the underlying cause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to choose the best men’s acne treatment?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAs discussed, acne is dependent on triggers like family history, medication, stress, undiagnosed medical condition, hair or skin products, etc. Choosing the \u2018best\u2019 men\u2019s acne treatment is subjective to the symptoms that one has. Knowing the causes can help you treat it right and obtain better results. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Speak to our team of medical experts<\/a> to create a skincare routine that works for you.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe article is a part of our comprehensive guide on \u201cAcne in Men<\/a>.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<\/span> 4<\/span> minute read<\/span><\/span> Many men struggle with acne at some point in their life. There are treatment options available but it varies based <\/p>\n
2. See a medical professional to check for hormonal imbalance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Seeking professional help for severe hormonal imbalance is highly recommended. A dermatologist is a trained professional to treat skin conditions. They can provide you with the right help in analysing and understanding your condition and assist you to overcome it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A general physician might recommend blood tests and other checkups to find out the cause of your hormonal imbalance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
3. Follow a good skincare routine<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
If you have an underlying acne problem, having an unclean face will only trigger it further. A good skincare routine supports your acne treatments<\/a> to produce better results. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Here’s what a good routine looks like: <\/p>\n\n\n\n Acne <\/a>can make shaving difficult and very uncomfortable. It is, therefore, necessary to take extra care while shaving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not shave off the pimples and be gentle while shaving over blemishes. Try switching into an electric razor if you find a normal razor hard to shave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Men with curly hair in the beard area are generally prone to folliculitis because the hair tends to curl under the skin. So, growing the beard longer before shaving is recommended. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s helpful to do your own research to understand ingredients better and what you\u2019ll need for your skin, and to to speak to a dermatologist for professional advice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n When trying a new product, it\u2019s advisable to do a patch test as each product reacts differently to everyone. Here\u2019s how: <\/p>\n\n\n\n Some studies have shown a significant improvement in people with acne following a high-protein and low-GI diet. This includes cutting out excess sugar in foods and beverages, as well as refined carbs like pastries and pasta.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Additionally, increasing your consumption of water has been proven to have significant positive impacts on acne. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Acne treatments work by killing the bad bacteria and clearing the dead skin cells. <\/p>\n\n\n\n With the billions of acne creams available in the market, the choice for the right one may be overwhelming.\u00a0 Most acne treatment creams have ingredients like\u00a0 Tretinoin, Clindamycin Phosphate, Niacinamide<\/a>, Azelaic acid and Zinc Pyrethione.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here is the amount of each ingredient used in this cream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tretinoin:<\/strong> It removes the dead skin cells and keeps the pores clear of the bacteria. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Clindamycin Phosphate: 1% of this <\/strong>is usually used in most products. This is a topical antibiotic that removes the acne-causing bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Niacinamide: <\/strong>4% of this chemical is usually used in acne creams. This is used to reduce the oiliness of the skin, strengthening the skin barrier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Azelaic Acid: <\/strong>This ingredient is used in the cream to reduce redness and contains anti-inflammatory properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Zinc Pyrithione: <\/strong>It contains antibacterial and antifungal properties. It also helps in giving a glow to the skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is better to consult a medical professional when the symptoms of acne are in their mild stage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n A medical professional can offer an advanced treatment to control your acne, irrespective of the underlying cause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As discussed, acne is dependent on triggers like family history, medication, stress, undiagnosed medical condition, hair or skin products, etc. Choosing the \u2018best\u2019 men\u2019s acne treatment is subjective to the symptoms that one has. Knowing the causes can help you treat it right and obtain better results. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Speak to our team of medical experts<\/a> to create a skincare routine that works for you.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The article is a part of our comprehensive guide on \u201cAcne in Men<\/a>.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" <\/span> 4<\/span> minute read<\/span><\/span> Many men struggle with acne at some point in their life. There are treatment options available but it varies based <\/p>\n4. <\/strong>Shave carefully<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
5. Consider acne treatment creams and lotions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
6. Diet changes for acne treatment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Acne treatment cream: how does it work?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When should men see a medical professional for acne treatment?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How to choose the best men’s acne treatment?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n