What is acne? Symptoms and causes

Acne vulgaris is an inflammatory disease of the skin, caused by changes in the pilosebaceous units (skin structures consisting of a hair follicle and its associated sebaceous gland). Acne lesions are commonly referred to as pimples, spots or zits. The condition is common in puberty, especially among Western societies most likely due to a higher … Read more

Tactics To Acne Proactive Treatment

The most important key to effective acne treatment and prevention is a clean and healthy skin. Some treatments for acne scars may cause temporary lightening of dark skin. Aggressive acne treatments to reduce oiliness of the skin can result in the flaking associated with seborrheic dermatitis. Positive acne skin care can lessen the need for … Read more

Stop The Embarrassment – Treat Your Acne Rosacea Now

Signs and Symptoms of Acne Rosacea There are certain contrasts between acne rosacea and acne vulgaris. As you probably know, acne vulgaris is the most common form of acne which seems to start with the onset of puberty and is characterized by the formation of whiteheads and blackheads. Acne rosacea, on the other hand, usually … Read more

Do you have Rosacea? How to diagnose this chronic skin condition.

If you suffer from a red complexion, flushing or blushing, a red nose and cheeks and dry, flaky skin with pimples, you probably suffer from the chronic skin condition rosacea. Formerly known as acne rosacea, rosacea is more common in women than men, although men often have more severe symptoms. Most people who have rosacea … Read more

All About Acne Rosacea

Everybody knows what acne is, but what about acne rosacea? It is a condition that affectsmany around the world, including such recent world leaders as former president Bill Clinton and Russian prime minister Boris Yeltsin. Acne rosacea is a chronic inflammation of the blood vessels in the skin and particularly facial area. It causes the … Read more