Zits, pimples, spots - whatever you call it, adult acne can be a frustrating and embarrassing problem to have. Some people don't go through a teenage spotty phase before they are affected by painful adult acne.
Teenage acne and adult acne are different, so the latter requires a different approach to treatment. The lower half of the face is usually where adult acne appears; teen acne is normally on the upper face. Adult acne is also deeper and appears as a cyst, or under the skin which can't be drained.
So where does this acne come from?
Acne happens when the skin's natural moisturizing lubricant (sebum) is trapped in a hair follicle under dead skin cells and debris. Typically, sebum rises to the surface where it is able to condition the skin. Sebum trapped in the pore is the perfect place for bacteria to flourish. This causes whiteheads and blackheads, inflammation, cyst, and pustules. If these go untreated, they can burst, creating large stretched pores, scarring and even post-inflammatory pigmentation.
To achieve a new equilibrium for the skin to maintain its own healthy, breakout-free appearance without harsh chemicals and irritants, and treat adult acne effectively, we have to look at addressing the internal causes of acne and have a long term approach using appropriate skin treatments and skin care.
Here are some recommendations for treating acne:
Check for food intolerances first; inflammation and toxicity in the system can result from excess burden on the digestive tract or immune system, worsening acne. Skin is the largest organ of elimination, so any toxins that aren't eliminated properly through the bowel can cause congestion and oxidation in the skin.
Find nutritional deficiencies and develop a plan for supplements that is tailored to your needs. Include lots of nutrient rich, high fiber foods, fruit and vegetables, and essential fatty acids into your daily diet. Supplements like Vitamin A, C, and E complex support your system: these nutrients are antioxidants specific for skin health that help repair skin and balance hormones, increase elasticity and hydration, reduce inflammation, balance oxidation in the skin, and support collagen production.
Skin health requires a balanced, anti-inflammatory diet rich in nutrient dense foods. This helps to maintain healthy insulin levels, restore acid/alkaline balance, improve digestion and elimination, support a normal hormone profile. Plant based foods, lean protein, essential fatty acids, and fiber rich complex carbohydrates make up the basic diet for acne.
Addressing the root causes of acne will help you achieve an acne free complexion.
Teenage acne and adult acne are different, so the latter requires a different approach to treatment. The lower half of the face is usually where adult acne appears; teen acne is normally on the upper face. Adult acne is also deeper and appears as a cyst, or under the skin which can't be drained.
So where does this acne come from?
Acne happens when the skin's natural moisturizing lubricant (sebum) is trapped in a hair follicle under dead skin cells and debris. Typically, sebum rises to the surface where it is able to condition the skin. Sebum trapped in the pore is the perfect place for bacteria to flourish. This causes whiteheads and blackheads, inflammation, cyst, and pustules. If these go untreated, they can burst, creating large stretched pores, scarring and even post-inflammatory pigmentation.
To achieve a new equilibrium for the skin to maintain its own healthy, breakout-free appearance without harsh chemicals and irritants, and treat adult acne effectively, we have to look at addressing the internal causes of acne and have a long term approach using appropriate skin treatments and skin care.
Here are some recommendations for treating acne:
Check for food intolerances first; inflammation and toxicity in the system can result from excess burden on the digestive tract or immune system, worsening acne. Skin is the largest organ of elimination, so any toxins that aren't eliminated properly through the bowel can cause congestion and oxidation in the skin.
Find nutritional deficiencies and develop a plan for supplements that is tailored to your needs. Include lots of nutrient rich, high fiber foods, fruit and vegetables, and essential fatty acids into your daily diet. Supplements like Vitamin A, C, and E complex support your system: these nutrients are antioxidants specific for skin health that help repair skin and balance hormones, increase elasticity and hydration, reduce inflammation, balance oxidation in the skin, and support collagen production.
Skin health requires a balanced, anti-inflammatory diet rich in nutrient dense foods. This helps to maintain healthy insulin levels, restore acid/alkaline balance, improve digestion and elimination, support a normal hormone profile. Plant based foods, lean protein, essential fatty acids, and fiber rich complex carbohydrates make up the basic diet for acne.
Addressing the root causes of acne will help you achieve an acne free complexion.
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