Controlling Acne

Acne can be a devastating problem that has many negative
consequences that include lack of confidence and self esteem as
well as physical pain. It is important to understand what really
causes acne in order to find a lasting solution. Genetics is
probably the ultimate root cause of acne however we do not have
the technology to alter genes safely yet. Other factors include
hormones, diet, stress and personal hygiene. These latter
factors can be treated with various acne treatment options.

Hormones can cause an excess production of oil in the skin
which accumulates in the pores and mixes with dirt and other
substances resulting in excessive bacterial growth which then
causes more acne. There are a number of ways to manipulate your
hormones to not produce excess oil. One way is to take the drug
accutane which completely stops the production of oil and can be
very effective but does have many potential side effects
including dry skin.

There are also many products being sold online that involve
taking a natural herbal pill or capsule that is specially
formulated to regulate hormones so keep an eye out for these as
they can be worth trying. Diet and stress can also trigger this
overproduction of oil in your system. Consuming more fruits and
vegetables may help and also try to minimize your intake of
meats and processed foods. Juicing fresh fruits and vegetables
can offer a great way to get a lot of concentrated nutrition
fast that is easily absorbed into your body.

Also be sure to remain active and take part in regular
exercise. Exercise performed often can help to reduce stress and
also offers many internal cleansing benefits which can help to
reduce acne also. There are two types of exercise and they are
aerobics and weight training so be sure to take part in both on
a frequent basis.

Another way to manage stress is through meditation. There are
many types of meditative practices but the main idea is to quiet
the mind and attain that peaceful state of silence. An
overactive mind can cause a lot of stress that can not only make
your acne worse but also make you get sick so learning to master
your thoughts is very important at many levels. Not getting
enough rest and sleep can also stress your system and aggravate
your acne condition. Try to rest as much as you can between the
periods of 10pm and 6am as they are ideal times to get sleep.