ACNE

Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells. It often manifests as pimples, blackheads, or whiteheads, and can appear on the face, neck, chest, back, and shoulders. While it's most prevalent during adolescence due to hormonal changes, acne can affect people of all ages.

TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR ACNE

Medicines

1.Topical retinoids: These medications unclog pores and prevent new blockages from forming.

2.Salicylic acid: Helps to exfoliate the skin and prevent pore blockages.

3.Benzoyl peroxide: Kills bacteria and reduces inflammation.

4.Topical retinoids: These can help reduce inflammation and prevent new breakouts.

CHEMICALS PEELS FOR ACNE

• Glycolic Acid Peels: These peels are derived from sugar cane and are effective for treating mild to moderate acne. They exfoliate the skin, reduce inflammation, and can help lighten acne scars.

• Salicylic Acid Peels: Salicylic acid is a beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) that penetrates deep into the pores, making it effective for treating comedonal acne (whiteheads and blackheads) and inflammatory acne.

• Lactic Acid Peels: Lactic acid is derived from milk and is known for its hydrating properties. Lactic acid peels can help exfoliate the skin, improve texture, and reduce acne lesions.

• Jessner's Peel: This peel combines salicylic acid, lactic acid, and resorcinol. It's effective for treating moderate to severe acne and can also help improve skin tone and texture

IPL INTENSE PULSED LIGHT

·        Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses high-intensity pulses of visible light to improve various skin conditions, including acne. Here's how IPL can be used to treat acne:

·        1. **Targeting Acne Bacteria**: IPL emits broad-spectrum light that penetrates the skin and targets the bacteria (Propionibacterium acnes) responsible for acne. The light energy heats and destroys the bacteria, reducing inflammation and preventing new acne breakouts.

·        2. **Reducing Sebum Production**: IPL therapy can also help to regulate oil production in the skin. By targeting the sebaceous glands, IPL can reduce the overproduction of sebum, which can contribute to acne development.