ADULT
ACNE

Acne can, and often does, continue long into our adult years. This can be hard to accept since many people believe that they should have “grown out of” pimples by their twenties, never mind their thirties, forties and beyond!

TRUE
OR FALSE
SQUEEZING A PIMPLE
WON'T DO YOU MUCH GOOD.
TRUE
Even if it seems like aquick fix, squeezing a pimple will actually make things worse for your acne-proneskin as it could actually damage the infected hair follicle and increaseinflammation. You could even introduce a new infection with your fingernails.So popping zits is a harmful habit and best avoided!
CHOCOLATE IS BAD
FOR ANE-PRONE SKIN.
FALSE
There is no solid evidence that chocolate has any effect on acne, evenif everyone is different so acne could cause breakouts to some people. Darkchocolate is actually filled with skin-loving anti-oxidants!
OILY FOODS
EQUALS OILY SKIN.
FALSE
Acommon acne myth is that grease on your plate translates to more oil in yourpores, but there is no direct link between the two. However, a diet rich insaturated fat can fuel micro-inflammation in all of the body's organs,including the skin. In short, bacon andchips won't cause acne, but moderation is the best policy for overall health.
SUGAR CAN MAKE
ACNE WORSE.
TRUE
Recent studies haveshown 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 keepyour skin happy, steer away from sweets, sugary drinks, and goodies made fromwhite flour and stick to high-fiber foods, like whole grains and pulses, instead.
SQUEEZING A PIMPLE
WON'T DO YOU MUCH GOOD.
TRUE
Even if it seems like aquick fix, squeezing a pimple will actually make things worse for your acne-proneskin as it could actually damage the infected hair follicle and increaseinflammation. You could even introduce a new infection with your fingernails.So popping zits is a harmful habit and best avoided!
CHOCOLATE IS BAD
FOR ANE-PRONE SKIN.
FALSE
There is no solid evidence that chocolate has any effect on acne, evenif everyone is different so acne could cause breakouts to some people. Darkchocolate is actually filled with skin-loving anti-oxidants!
OILY FOODS
EQUALS OILY SKIN.
FALSE
Acommon acne myth is that grease on your plate translates to more oil in yourpores, but there is no direct link between the two. However, a diet rich insaturated fat can fuel micro-inflammation in all of the body's organs,including the skin. In short, bacon andchips won't cause acne, but moderation is the best policy for overall health.
SUGAR CAN MAKE
ACNE WORSE.
TRUE
Recent studies haveshown 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 keepyour skin happy, steer away from sweets, sugary drinks, and goodies made fromwhite flour and stick to high-fiber foods, like whole grains and pulses, instead.
SQUEEZING A PIMPLE
WON'T DO YOU MUCH GOOD.
TRUE
Even if it seems like aquick fix, squeezing a pimple will actually make things worse for your acne-proneskin as it could actually damage the infected hair follicle and increaseinflammation. You could even introduce a new infection with your fingernails.So popping zits is a harmful habit and best avoided!
CHOCOLATE IS BAD
FOR ANE-PRONE SKIN.
FALSE
There is no solid evidence that chocolate has any effect on acne, evenif everyone is different so acne could cause breakouts to some people. Darkchocolate is actually filled with skin-loving anti-oxidants!

ADULT
ACNE

A range of studies has indicated that acne breakouts are on the rise in adults, with one US study reporting spot problems in up to 55% of adult women. It’s official: Adult acne is now the norm, rather than the exception.

In this section you will find the information you need to understand adult acne (in both men and women), as well as expert solutions to help you calm and clear blemishes.

Why can acne occur
in adult women?

What about adult acne? Acne is incresing among adult men and women too.

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EFFACLAR DUO(+) has been shown to prevent premenstrual acne relapses in a clinical study versus placebo.

Source: Clinical study by Prof. Dréno (Nantes, France) on 32 women, average age 25, twice daily application of Effaclar Duo (+) to the right hemi-face vs. placebo on the left hemi-face. Lesion counts over 2 successive cycles.

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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.