Acne is an inflammatory disorder, which manifests
itself as a profusion of bumps and infected lesions of all sizes on the surface of the skin and underneath.
Teenage Acne:
The interaction among all of the major systems of the body-digestive, nervous, endocrine, and elimination-influences
the condition of our skin. Teenage acne is linked to the production of sex hormones at the onset of puberty. The
male hormone, testosterone, stimulates the sebaceous glands, causing an overabundance of sebum (oils). This condition
can also be aggravated by diet, stress, poor hygiene, and adverse environmental conditions. Foods not recommended
for teenagers suffering with acne are: orange juice, grapefruit juice, pineapple juice, peanuts, cheese, dairy,
and fried foods.
Adult Acne:
Internal irritation, such as hormonal imbalance or internal dysfunction
brought on by stress, diet or ill health, often manifests itself in the
form of adult acne. Bacteria, sebum and dead cells create inflammation
creating further infection and scarring as a result of disturbing the pigment cells. White, non-painful bumps that
occur on the cheeks are usually related to diet. The foods most
commonly associated with this condition are diary-based. I suggest that
those suffering from this condition should try avoiding dairy products
for at least two months.
You will see at least a 80% improvement in your skin.
Don't despair! Oily skin can be beautiful if you take good care
of it. The more oil you have within your skin, the less likely you will
show your age. If you adopt a daily cleansing and moisturizing regimen,
using products specifically designed for oily skin, you can avoid the
surface dryness and sallow coloring that often characterize your skin
type. You will also keep your blackheads and enlarged pores to a
minimum. The correct moisturizer will help to heal and balance your
skin and should be used morning and evening. This will also improve
elasticity and keep your pores small and your skin looking healthy.
Although you may have been told to avoid using moisturizers because of
your oily skin type, this information is incorrect. Don't be misled by
those who diagnose your problem as "dry" skin when, in fact, your
surface dryness is really a temporary "sub-condition" of your
underlying oily skin type. Because this condition is commonly
misdiagnosed as a dry skin, the wrong products are often prescribed and
the battle never ends.
