There are many different effective acne treatments. These treatments can be grouped into non-prescription acne treatment and prescription acne treatment. This article will cover some basic information about non-prescription acne treatments.
Non-prescription acne treatments are suitable for prevention and mild acne cases. It is often used before visiting a dermatologist. The main purpose is to eliminate bacteria that cause acne, reduce oil on skin and minimize shedding of skin cells. These treatments are:
Healthy lifestyle. A healthy lifestyle works great in preventing acne problems and allows the body to heal naturally. It include exercise, eating foods that contain high dietary fiber, stop taking highly processed foods, alcohol and smoke. Drink more water works great and many individuals have reported successes.
Antibacterials. It comes in a soap or cleanser form and usually contains Triclosan. It kills germs.
Benzoyl Peroxide. It also kills bacteria that causes pimples and comes in the form of lotion, cream and cleanser. It is differentiated with its strength- 2.5%, 5% and 10%.
Salicylic Acid. It loosens clogged pores and prevent pimples from forming. Works great on whiteheads and blackheads.
Alpha-hydroxy Acid. A natural acid found in fruits, milk and sugar. It helps to remove dead skin cells that clog-up pores.
