Adult Acne: A Bumpy Ride Towards Aging

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Article Title: Adult Acne: A Bumpy Ride Towards Aging

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Picture this; the snow-white clear skin that you have been

proud of since your teen years has suddenly poofed into a

wicked witch's warty face upon reaching the age of 30! " Acne,

at my age? " This is often the distressed statement of

pockmarked men and women in their 30's to 40's afflicted with

adult acne.

This problem is surely not the work of a vengeful sorcerer.

Acne vulgaris is what this most common skin disorder in the

United States is scientifically called. Statistics has it that

15 million people in US alone are afflicted with acne. It is an

embarrassing problem among teenagers. But this condition is not

only limited to those awkward years. Adult acne is also

prevalent, especially among people in the age group of 25 to

40.

Acne is a disease that resulted from the accumulation of sebum,

a highbrow term for oil, underneath the skin. When this happens

and the desquamation (human's way of molting) process goes

wrong, the pores become clogged. Aggravation will continue and

soon infection sets in. A bad bug called Propionibacterium

acnes causes this infection. Overproduction of oil and

mismanagement of the process of shedding cells equals bunged

pores. Clogged pores plus P. acnes, the scoundrel, equals

breakout. Those pesky zits are produced just as easy as that.

One of the pushing forces that may cause the occurrence of acne

includes the elevation of levels of testosterone among

adolescents. No, it's not Toblerone misspelled. No matter how

many anecdotes you've heard about chocolate addiction causing

zits to dominate your face, there's really no enough scientific

basis to prove this. Testosterone is a chemical produced by the

body that increase sebum production and change the keratin of

the hair follicles. Testosterone is an androgen. Androgen is a

hormone produced in high levels among males. This is the reason

behind the worse cases of acne among teenage boys more than

girls.

Adult acne is called acne rosacea. It is characterized by the

following: unsightly thick, red skin on the nose and cheeks,

pus-filled blisters, small red bumps, and small red blood

vessels seen on the skin surface. It is more commonly linked to

increased levels of stress. Isn't it interesting how the body

reacts to this stimulus? NOT. When exhausted, like Gizmo

getting wet, our skin could actually give birth to little

monsters! Though they are not as troublesome as gremlins, they

could be just as annoying as well. Seriously, pimples can be

difficult to deal with, and can cause depression and anxiety in

an adult the same way it can in a teen. Pressure from work and

family responsibilities is thought to possibly affect the

normal balance of our hormones. And hormones messed up means

having to put up with bumpy complexion caused by adult acne.

Aside from stress-triggered hormonal imbalance, hot foods

alcohol consumption, and smoking are also considered to

exacerbate adult acne. This may help you reconsider your food

preferences and habits.

Acne lesions are commonly found on the face, but they can also

pop out anytime on the neck, chest, back, shoulders, scalp, and

upper arms and legs. Adult acne is more persistent than teen

acne. It is because adults are consistently exposed to the many

factors that cause breakouts. Another hitch of adult acne is

permanent scarring. It is an evidence of the inevitable reality

that with the coming of age, the skin loses its erstwhile

ability to repair itself. As if there's a need to be reminded

of that when your face starts to wrinkle already. Now here's

more to shriek in terror for, especially those in their

mid-20's: adult acne causes PREMATURE AGING. Isn't that just

nerve-wracking?

Enough of the endless yada's regarding how adult acne could

further destroy us. As how master Yoda puts is, educated we

must be with the crusade towards clearer AND younger skin. Or

at least skin that is just our age we must maintain.

At the first sight of those wicked pimples together with gray

hair and wrinkles (talk about aging signs overkill), just like

with teenagers, impulse dictates squeezing. But you very well

know that squeezing is a big no-no. How old are you? You surely

don't need any more marks of time's passage.

In severe cases, consulting a dermatologist would best help in

dealing with adult acne. The dermatologist may prescribe an

antibiotic, vitamin A derivative like Isotretinoin or other

acne drug available. More women may be afflicted with adult

acne than men. Pregnancy is another story if you are prescribed

anti-acnes, especially Isotretinoin.

Proper skin care may not guarantee a flawless complexion. But a

good skin care regimen may aid in warding off bacteria that

worsen adult acne. If you love scrubbing for its squeaky-clean

feel, think twice. It can render more damage to your

already-blemished skin.

Another hint especially for women: use NON-COMEDOGENIC

products. Non-comedogenic basically means anything that does

not clog skin pores or cause acne. Do your homework and look

for as many non-comedogenic versions of the skin care products

you use. It's worth it, you'll see.

If stress is linked with adult acne, then, disengaging yourself

from stressful activities might work wonders, right? A day away

from work or catching up on one of your hobbies won't hurt.

There's this bold Kerr reacting on a classical quotation.

" I'm tired of all this nonsense about beauty being only

skin-deep. That's deep enough. What do you want, an adorable

pancreas? "

It doesn't mean the depreciation of a pleasing personality.

Such reaction only imparts a message of giving value to what

boosts your self-esteem. If it's a clear complexion along with

your aging gracefully, so be it. No adult acne should put a

shame on your face and get in your way of becoming more

confident.

About The Author: Charlene J. Nuble 2005. For up to date links

and information about acne, please go to:

http://acne.besthealthlink.net/ or for updated links and

information on all health related topics, go to:

http://www.besthealthlink.net/

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