Get The Best Acne Treatment
February 1, 2009 by RM LAM
Filed under Over The Counter Acne Medication
Acne is affects the majority of teenagers and a very large number of adults as well. It can be treated by using various different methods with prices ranging from relatively inexpensive to incredibly expensive. However the best acne treatments are those that treat acne from inside the body as well as on the surface of the skin.
The name of the package really does not matter as much as what is inside the package. Some ingredients have proven to be effective for treating acne while others do not seem to have any affect at all. Some ingredients are totally safe while other’s have risks associated with them. What you use to cure your acne is up to you however it is important that you make informed decisions in order to find the best acne treatment.
Benzoyl peroxide is one of the most excellent ingredients found in a large majority of acne medications however there is some controversy surrounding this chemical. It has been linked to skin cancer and it is on the FDA’s ensuring list. This means that while it has been allowed by the FDA for human use, the FDA cannot say that it is perfectly safe to use however the FDA has not determined that it is unsafe either.
Some of the most effective acne treatments for majority people who suffer with acne are ProActiv, Accutane and Retin-A. This does not mean that these acne medications work for everyone. It just means that it is particularly effective for the majority of people who use these treatments.
ProActiv is a three step topical acne fighting system which does not need a prescription, although it does contain prescription grade Benzoyl peroxide. Accutane is an oral prescription type of acne medication. There are many side affects related with the use of Accutane like dry skin, chapped lips, headaches and eye irritation. There are even some psychological side effects such as depression.
Due to critical birth defects, Accutane cannot be given to women who are pregnant or nursing. Retin-A has very few unsafe side effects and is available in both prescription and over-the-counter forms. It is applied to treat a variety of skin problems other than acne as well including scars, discoloration, wrinkles and lines.
If using one of these products is of interest to you, you should start with ProActiv. Whenever ProActiv does not work for you, then you should think about Retin-A. Try to prevent using Accutane but if you do decide that you want to give Accutane a try, make sure that you weigh the possible side effects cautiously.
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The best acne treatments are not always the suitable for anybody. What worked for others may lead your acne to become worse. Work to get the best acne treatment that suitable for you and make sure you give it time to work!
