Adult acne, which is also called postadolescent acne or adult onset acne vulgaris, usually begins after the age of 25 years. Though it is less common in men, it affects a significant number of women since studies have shown that more than 30% of women in their 30s suffer from it. Ladies in their 40s are also not spared since a quarter of them are plagued by periodic pimples while 15% of women in their 50s also suffer from this condition.
Adult Acne Symptoms
Symptoms include:
* comedones (white heads and black heads)
* papules (small pimples)
* pustules (small pus filled swellings)
* nodules (large, solid swellings)
* cysts (large pus filled swellings)
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Adult Acne Causes and Triggers
The causes include increased sebum production by the sebaceous glands in the skin, clogging of the skin pores by the sebum and dead skin cells, increase in the population of bacteria which feed on the sebum like Cutibacteriuum acnes (C. acnes) aka Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) and inflammation which begins when the white blood cells from the immune system attack the bacteria and the clogged skin pore bursts and releases its contents into the dermis.
The triggers of adult acne include hormones, stress, diet, poor skin care habits and poor hair care habits.
How To Treat Adult Acne In Kenya
The best way to treat adult acne in Kenya is to combine prescription medications with over-the-counter products that tackle all the causes of acne.
The treatment that works best for adult acne is a combination of over-the-counter products like benzoyl peroxide (e.g. Panoxyl) and adapalene (e.g. Differin) with good skincare habits like washing the face twice a day.
This combination works best for moderate acne. For more severe conditions, Consult our Doctor today for prescription medications. Click on the link to learn about The Best Acne Treatment.
FAQ
Will My Adult Acne Ever Go Away?
Studies show that it becomes less common after the age of 44 years. For some women it ends when they reach menopause. However, you do not have to wait until menopause for yours to end as you can Consult our Doctor today and get effective treatment.
What Is The Best Medicine For Acne In Kenya?
The best medicine for acne in Kenya is Isotretinoin because it tackles all its causes and it can get rid of it permanently. However, it is used for severe acne and must be prescribed by a Doctor. To get your prescription, Consult our Doctor today.
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