As you probably know, there is a lot of information on the Internet about how to take care of acne. It is easy to be misled, especially with the volumes of information on the topic, so be careful. The reason you want to be careful is that many good people have been harmed by trying remedies that do not work.
You can accomplish a lot with sound advice from online sources, and your particular course of action should be carefully considered. You should first determine your skin type and then proceed with treatment that is based on that type. You will see the best results when treatment matches your skin.
Individuals that suffer from acne will want to find out what is going on. They might go to the doctor get some professional advice. The fact that most people want to go see a doctor (the second question) is a perplexity since it is probably not life-threatening. Sometimes seeing a dermatologist can get you medication that will help. If you go for an office visit, you will more than likely be sold something to help you out. But if your acne is not of the severe kind, then you can learn enough on your own and use over the counter treatments and control the condition. It is the uncertainty associated with acne that makes it hard to deal with. You are never sure how long the blemishes will be there, or how long the healing process will actually take. Those that have acne on their face will often become impatient and desperate to get rid of it. As a general rule, the more impatient a person becomes, the more apt they will be to pop the zits and cover them with makeup. It is very common for people to have an acne flare up, especially if they are stressed in their life. The healthier you are, and the less stress you experience, the better off you will be.
If you have an acne blemish, and it is ready to pop, you should always pop in when the time is right. You can tell when there is a lot of pressure and the contents are very near the surface. This is generally not recommended, but you can do this without damaging the skin or introducing blood into the formation. To do this properly, you need a warm washcloth so you can hydrate that area. This soaking causes the pores to open more, and only then should you very gently apply non-acute pressure around the formation. You will know if it is ready if by applying a small amount of pressure, it pops. Then be sure you wash the area in a gentle way with mild cleaners. Sometimes the best thing you can hope for with an acne condition is effective management. This philosophy works for both the most severe and most common types of acne. To minimize the emotional effects, you need to have a healthy attitude in regard to what is happening to you.
References:
http://acneassassins.com/home-remedy-for-acne
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLLtiX1LZXw
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