What causes adult acne, and how should it be treated?

What causes adult acne, and how should it be treated?

Acne is a common skin condition that causes red pimples on the skin, especially the face, due to tiny holes in the skin becoming blocked. The Sebaceous gland produces sebum, which 'oils' the skin.P acnes bacteria is present in acne skin and there is a theory that some of us are more sensitive to this bacteria hence more prone to spots.

What causes acne?

The causes of acne are broad and vary from changes in hormone levels, excess sebum in the skin to genetics; it's common for acne to run in the family. When pores become blocked, bacteria may infect the blocked sebum.
Diet: Eat a nutrient dense diet including foods such as unsalted nuts and seeds, avocado, oily fish, fruits and vegetables and wholegrain products. Try to cut down on processed foods and drink plenty of water.
Lifestyle: Cleanse the skin thoroughly but gently as harsh cleansers can strip the skin of oil. Try to avoid choosing products that contain mineral oil as they can block your pores.
Supplement: A good multivitamin containing Vitamin A, selenium and zinc can help, particularly for acne related to the menstrual cycle. Fish oil may also be useful. It's Omega fatty acids are known to reduce the production of compounds which cause inflammation and this may have an effect on redness and irritation associated with acne.
An increasing number of clients suffer from breakouts on a regular basis. One  of the triggers for acne is a hormonal imbalance, and for those in their late 20’s and 30’s who come off the pill with a view to starting a family, they can experience skin flare ups. At this age, other life-changing events are also likely to happen, like getting married and getting onto the property ladder. In their 30’s and 40’s women may be going through an important stage in their career and the stress associated with climbing the career ladder could be a contribution. As the number of women in high-powered positions is on the increase, so is the work-place stress and adult acne!
Our clients experiencing adult acne are mostly women in their 30's and 40's who have the additional concern of treating the signs of ageing and who have been struggling to find a way of addressing both of these issues.

 SkinCeuticals Blemish and Age facial and home care  is an excellent programme that meets women’s combined skincare needs head on, and we have seen fantastic results with clients suffering from serious congestion, regular breakouts or acne.

Every single client who has been on this programme has seen a marked improvement in terms of breakouts and the overall tone, texture and brightness of their skin.The programme suits teenage skin and adult acne and addresses the ageing process also.