LOOKING FOR THE BEST ACNE-PRONE SKIN
TREATMENTS INGREDIENTS?

Acne comes in many forms, and so do acne treatments. The right treatment for you will depend on both the underlying cause of your breakout (stress, hormonal imbalances, diet…) as well as its severity.

In most cases of acne-prone skin, the correct form of cleansing and the use of adapted daily care products containing reference dermatological active ingredients can help keep pores clear and prevent new pimples from appearing. Action can always be taken, and you’re in the right place to find guidance towards the right solutions!

YOUR QUESTIONS
OUR ANSWERS

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Comment me débarrasser des marques post-acné?

Il est connu que les marques post-acné sont difficiles à traiter. Certains soins professionnels peuvent néanmoins aider, comme la microdermabrasion, les peelings chimiques ou le microneedling. Idéalement, l'apparition des marques post-acné doit être prévenue au moyen de traitements adaptés tels que les antibiotiques ou l'isotrétinoïne. Vous pouvez également vous renseigner auprès de votre pharmacien sur les soins experts quotidiens, notamment ceux de la gamme EFFACLAR.


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Comment me débarrasser de l'acné?

Une acné légère peut être atténuée au moyen de solutions dermocosmétiques adaptées. Nettoyez délicatement la peau deux fois par jour avec une eau micellaire ou un gel nettoyant moussant. Adoptez ensuite un soin quotidien formulé avec des ingrédients actifs tels que l'acide salicylique, la niacinamide ou le piroctone olamine. Si cela ne suffit pas, consultez votre dermatologue pour vous enquérir des traitements médicaux tels que les rétinoïdes, les antibiotiques ou l'isotrétinoïne.


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À quoi est due l'acné?

Chez les personnes dont les peaux sont à tendance acnéique, un déséquilibre d'un certain type d'hormones, les androgènes, entraîne la production par la glande sébacée d'une grande quantité de sébum. Ces mêmes hormones entraînent une augmentation de la production des cellules mortes qui recouvrent les pores. Ces derniers s'obstruent alors d'un mélange de cellules et de sébum, et deviennent ainsi un terrain fertile pour les bactéries responsables de l'acné. Il en résulte différents types de boutons allant des boutons rouges aux pustules ou aux kystes douloureux et profonds.


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Comment me débarrasser de l'acné dans le dos?

Une acné légère sur le corps peut être atténuée au moyen de solutions dermocosmétiques adaptées. Nettoyez délicatement la peau deux fois par jour avec un gel nettoyant moussant. Adoptez ensuite un soin quotidien formulé avec des ingrédients actifs tels que l'acide salicylique, la niacinamide ou le piroctone olamine. Si cela ne suffit pas, consultez votre dermatologue pour vous enquérir des traitements médicaux tels que les rétinoïdes, les antibiotiques ou l'isotrétinoïne.

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TRUE
OR FALSE

OILY FOODS
EQUALS OILY SKIN.

FALSE

A common acne myth is that grease on your plate translates to more oil in your pores, but there is no direct link between the two. However, a diet rich in saturated fat can fuel micro-inflammation in all of the body's organs, including the skin. In short, bacon and chips won't cause acne, but moderation is the best policy for overall health.
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CHOCOLATE IS BAD
FOR ANE-PRONE SKIN.

FALSE

There is no solid evidence that chocolate has any effect on acne, even if everyone is different so acne could cause breakouts to some people. Dark chocolate is actually filled with skin-loving anti-oxidants!
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SQUEEZING A PIMPLE
WON'T DO YOU MUCH GOOD.

TRUE

Even if it seems like a quick fix, squeezing a pimple will actually make things worse for your acne-prone skin as it could actually damage the infected hair follicle and increase inflammation. You could even introduce a new infection with your fingernails. So popping zits is a harmful habit and best avoided!
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SUGAR CAN MAKE
ACNE WORSE.

TRUE

Recent studies have shown that high Glycemic Index foods - the ones that cause blood sugar to spike- can make acne worse. We know it's easier said than done, but to keep your skin happy, steer away from sweets, sugary drinks, and goodies made from white flour and stick to high-fiber foods, like whole grains and pulses, instead.
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TOP ACNE-PRONE SKIN-FIGHTING
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS

So, which top ingredients should you look out for? Broadly-speaking, topical anti-imperfections ingredients fall into two categories: Those that help clear pores, and those that target bacteria.

Salicylic acid is a highly effective ingredient in acne-prone skin moisturizers and face washes for its ability to clear away dead skin cells and dissolve excess oil. Many products also incorporate antibacterial ingredients like zinc sulphate and benzoyl peroxide. As a general rule, look for products that are non-comedogenic (that won’t clog your pores).

YOUR SOS
RESCUE PRODUCTS

Sounds complicated? It isn’t: In these articles you will find top product recommendations that you can buy directly from the pharmacy without a prescription.

You will also find specific tips on how to cleanse your oily and acne-prone skin, as well as how to help get rid of blackheads, post-acne scars and marks, plus an article on the importance of sleep for clear and healthy skin – acne-prone skin needs its beauty sleep!

If over-the-counter cares aren’t strong enough for you (particularly if you have cystic acne-prone skin), in this section you will also discover prescription only medical treatments for acne: Topical retinoids, oral antibiotics, isotretinoin (Accutane). We’ll also talk you through the side effects to watch out for.

How can
acne be treated?

Learn more about polymorphic acne and how to treat it.

We generally talk about polymorphic acne. Polymorphic means that there are two types of lesions. Firstly, non-inflammatory lesions, i.e. lesions where a small plug - a blackhead - prevents the sebum from being eliminated and causes a build up of sebum deep down in the gland. This is called a micro cyst. Secondly, there are inflammatory lesions. In this case, sebum which is inflamed internally changes and causes inflammation.

The sebaceous gland breaks and leads to the formation of inflammatory lesions in the form of pimples or white-heads. Depending on the type of acne there may be a combination of both of these lesions. In the most severe forms there will be large number of micro cysts and blackheads as well as inflammatory lesions. Both types of lesions must be treated. Inflammatory eruptions should be treated locally with products such as benzoyl peroxide which has a very effective anti-inflammatory effectand should be applied in the evening. Avoid using local antibiotics because you may become resistant to them. In the case of the non-inflammatory lesions the plug which prevents sebum from being eliminated has to be removed using products which need to be aggressive. We would start treatment by using mild products such as fruit acids and especially LHA which is well tolerated and very effective. If these fruit acids are not effective or well tolerated we would proceed to the next step: drugs containing all vitamin A acid derivation therefore tretinoine which have a stripping action and consequently cause mild irritation. Do not forget to compensate for the dryness caused by the treatment by using moisturisers suitable for this skin type in the morning. If the inflammatory lesions are too large oral antibiotics - cyclines - can be prescribed for their anti-inflammatory action.

This oral treatment should preferably be taken in the evening. Care should be taken to avoid exposure to the sun as cyclines can be photo-sensitizing. Treatment is relatively long; about 2 or 3 months as a rule. Zinc can be also be used and hormonal therapy may be prescribed for girls. In fact, some contraceptive pills are used to treat acne and may resolve such problems easily. For more severe acne oral isotretinoins, which have quite severe side effects will be prescribed. Finally, prevention is the best treatment for scars so avoid touching, fiddling with, or bursting the pimples. If the scars persist after the acne is treated it is possible to resort to treatments such as the use of lasers which effectively reduce their appearance.

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VOUS ?

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Sun exposure appears to improve acne in the short-term but causes a rebound effect meaning pimples after the summer.

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The information displayed here is intended for general educational purposes only and should not in any case be a substitute for professional medical advice. You should always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any medical question.