glossary definition:
acne:
acne, problem skin, breakout, bad skin
The exact cause of an acne breakout is still not clearly understood, but it affects almost 90% of teenagers and 25% of all adults. The condition is aggravated by overactivity of oil-producing glands in the skin. The face has the highest number of these glands, although acne can also occur on the back, shoulders, neck, and arms.
There are several types of spots that may occur. Most common are blackheads (caused by blockage of the pores) and whiteheads (when a follicle contains trapped sebum - an oily secretion).
The sebaceous glands can also become infected causing cysts to develop beneath the skin's surface. These acne cysts can rupture, spreading the infection into nearby skin tissue. This can result in scarring.
One primary cause of acne appears to be the production of sexual hormones during puberty, although many other causes of acne are still unknown.
Chocolate and fatty foods DO NOT contribute to acne. Recent advances have produced beauty products that may be effective in reducing outbreaks. |
The following listings are popular or recommended for the glossary term:
acne, non-comedogenic, acne soap
H2O+Harnessing the power of the mighty ocean, H2O+ is as the name suggests, all about water. This excellent range of water-based, oil-free skin care and cosmetics has a lot more to offer than just plain old water. MuradMurad is a California based skincare range formulated by dermatologist Dr. Howard Murad. pHisodermA drugstore staple for the treatment of acne, the small pHisoderm line of products has some great cleansing options for all skin types. Proactiv SolutionProactiv is a dermatologist developed 3-Step system for the treatment of mild to moderate acne. Joey New YorkCreated by beauty expert Joey Chancis and her mother, Arlyne Roer, Joey New York is a brand that offers simple yet effective formulations for virtually every skin problem from acne to rosacea. CetaphilDermatologist recommended, this inexpensive cleanser is one of the most common "must have" items on celebrity and make-up artist's skincare lists. ZenoZeno, a battery powered, handheld medical device that can do just that. Approved by the FDA, this stylish looking, portable device can make pimples disappear within 24 hours.
more general matches to this glossary term:
| Clean & Clear |
| This is a really well formulated, inexpensive brand that can adequetly tend to problem, blemish-prone oily skin. Ideally targeted toward teenagers, this line is perfect for dealing with adolescent acne and blemishes. |
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| pHisoderm |
| A drugstore staple for the treatment of acne, the small pHisoderm line of products has some great cleansing options for all skin types. |
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| Peter Thomas Roth |
| The extensive collection of Peter Thomas Roth products are very well formulated to deal with virtually every skin complaint under the sun. There are many excellent products for acne care, suncare and everything in between. |
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| Proactiv Solution |
| Proactiv is a dermatologist developed 3-Step system for the treatment of mild to moderate acne. |
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| Queen Helene |
| Queen Helene products have graced the shelves of drugstores for over 80 years, and in that time very little about the line has change. The product's feature old-fashioned formulations and packaging that looks like it hasn't been updated since the 70's. |
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| Rodan + Fields |
| Renowned dermatologists Katie Rodan and Kathy Fields, the masterminds behind the Proactiv Solution have created their own range of targeted skincare regimens. |
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| Joey New York |
| Created by beauty expert Joey Chancis and her mother, Arlyne Roer, Joey New York is a brand that offers simple yet effective formulations for virtually every skin problem from acne to rosacea. |
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| 3Lab |
| Created in 3 seperate laboratories by three separate chemists (actually 2 chemists and a dermatologist), 3Lab is a new(ish) cosmetics line, that boasts dramatic results thanks to years of research and data collection, as well as the researchers sixty ye.. |
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| DDF |
| The DDF range of skincare products was created by dermatologist Dr.Howard Sobel and his sister Elaine Linker, to deliver skincare with professional dermatologist results without the need of a prescription. |
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| Zeno |
| Zeno, a battery powered, handheld medical device that can do just that. Approved by the FDA, this stylish looking, portable device can make pimples disappear within 24 hours. |
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| Vichy |
| Owned by L'Oreal, Vichy has become more well known in recent times thanks to L'Oreal's Mexoryl SX, which is seen as one of the best sunscreen today. |
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