Acne is a very common skin problem.
A lot of people suffer from acne.
And I know that even you want to get rid of
acne.
In fact, You must be using various products
or medicines to treat acne.
These products or medicines work in various
ways.
Some products kill bacteria and reduce acne
inflammation.
And some products remove excess oil from the
skin and decrease acne.
But, are these products good for your skin?
Do these not have some side effects?
Today we’ll discuss this very issue.
So which ingredients are good to treat acne?
And how do you use them?
1st ingredient is Benzol peroxide.
This is the most common and effective over
the counter ingredient to treat acne.
It kills acne-causing bacteria and releasing
free oxygen radicals helps to cure acne.
It removes dead skin cells and unclogs pores
by which acne decreases on its own.
Benzoyl peroxide is used in various cleansers,
lotions, creams, gels and spot treatments.
Because of its antibacterial properties, it
proves to be very beneficial for oily skin.
Usually in OTC products, benzoyl peroxide
is present in a concentration of 2.5 to 10
percent.
But keep in mind that if you use it in a higher
concentration, then it can have side effects
as well.
It can cause dry skin and skin irritation.
Skin can show redness and scaling.
If your skin is sensitive, then it can also
cause burning or a stinging sensation.
This is why don’t use a concentration of
more than 2 percent.
Also, use it very carefully because it can
bleach your clothes and hair.
If after using benzoyl peroxide, you experience
swelling and crusting on the skin then stop
using
it immediately.
The 2nd important ingredient is Salicylic
acid.
This is a beta-hydroxy acid which is very
effective and works as a powerful exfoliant.
It prevents your skin pores from clogging.
Its concentration is usually 0.5 to 5 percent.
It has anti-inflammatory properties as well.
It is used in a lot of cosmetic products such
as cleansers, spot treatments, and BB cream.
It controls excessive oil production and also
stops excessive shedding of cells.
It acts as a gentle exfoliator.
It removes the upper layer of your skin, i.e.,
the dead skin layer.
It also helps in reducing inflammation.
It is very effective against mild forms of
acne like blackheads and whiteheads.
If you have red bumps on your skin, then salicylic
acid can be useful for you.
But it can have possible side effects like
stinging and skin irritation.
The 3rd ingredient is Alpha hydroxy acids.
In acne products, two types of alpha hydroxy
acids are used which are glycolic acid and
lactic
acid.
These acids are extracted from sugar-containing
fruits.
They exfoliate the skin and help in reducing
skin inflammation.
These acids also help in making skin new and
smoother.
You can apply them to your entire face.
These are used in various Washes, peels, moisturisers
and serums.
But your skin can become more susceptible
to sun damage because of these.
This is it is very important to apply sun
protection along with this treatment.
The 4th ingredient is topical retinol gel
and retinoids.
Topical retinol is highly effective to treat
moderate to severe acne.
It prevents new acne from forming.
It stimulates production of your skin cells.
Its results start to show within eight to
twelve weeks,
Topical retinoids are also used to treat acne.
People who have mixed type acne or inflammatory
acne, for them these topical retinoids prove
very beneficial.
Topical retinoids don’t have severe side
effects like oral retinoids.
But they can have skin redness, itching or
dryness as side effects.
That is why do consult your doctor before
taking Retinoids.
The 5th ingredient is Azelaic acid.
Azelaic acid is also used in controlling acne.
It is a very useful supportive treatment.
It is also helpful in reducing post-acne spots
hyperpigmentation.
The 6th ingredient is Topical Antibiotics.
A lot of times to treat acne, Topical Antibiotics
such as Erythromycin and Clindamycin are also
used.
They reduce skin infection.
They don’t reach the deep layer of your
skin.
These are less effective than systemic antibiotics.
Taking these without doctor’s advice may
lead to side effects.
Consult your doctor and take some 
other medication.
This medicine depends on your acne type, skin
type, severity of the acne, and age.
Other than this, you also need to take some
precautions with the medicine.
Follow a healthy skincare routine.
Cleanse and moisturise your skin properly.
Use a broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30
while outside in sunshine.
Don’t touch your skin repeatedly with your
hands.
The bacteria on your hands can transfer to
your face and increase your acne even more.
Do not pop your acne or pimple.
Don’t scratch it with your nails.
This can further ruin your skin
condition.
Other than this, follow a healthy lifestyle.
Keep a check on your diet.
Have a healthy and balanced diet.
Incorporate green vegetables, fruits, milk,
eggs, chicken and seafood into you diet so
as to get
all the essential nutrients.
Avoid things like junk food, oily food, processed
food and cold drinks.
If you drink alcohol or smoke, then stop doing
so as soon as possible.
Alcohol and cigarettes aggravate acne.
Exercise regularly.
Manage your stress.
Your acne will reduce.
If you want some tips on acne-prone skincare,
then you can watch some of our other videos
on
our channel.
I shall take your leave for this video.
Until then,
thank you and
All the best!
