How to treat teenage acne? - Dr. Deepak P Devakar

Teenage acne is a very common problem and is a normal physiological thing seen in teenagers. When they are about to go out and explore their life and they are facing situations of acne and scarring on their face this is a very frustrating thing for teenagers. This can be done with a right consultation with a dermatologist. Here we suggest very simple skin care for daily use which will help in preventing the formation of new breakouts and helps in the reduction of scars. Teenage acne are happening mostly because of the hormonal effect on the skin. It is 95% depending on hormonal effect. 5 to 10 % may depend on the diet or lifestyle change also. These teenage acne starts as comedone which is called as black and white heads. This causes small breakouts on the skin which starts on the nose and forehead and gradually spreads on the cheeks. This is a very progressing condition which gets worse if it is not treated. If they start picking the skin, then more scars can be left because of the acne. The skin may be oily or even dry, dry skin can also develop into a comedone or acne. This can be treated with adapalene 0.1% gel which is applied at night. This is applied at night as a thin film on the entire affected area. This can be used for 3 to 6 months at a stretch after doctors consultation. The other cream that can be used is benzoyl peroxide 2.5 % which is applied at night, on the affected area. These creams also can also be used on the back and the chest. Similarly body washes are also available containing these products to clean the area.