Use of oral medication for hormonal acne

Dermatologists can suggest several oral medications that can help your acne. These would normally be ones that can stabilize your hormones, thus going to the root cause for the acne. There are a lot of over the counter medicines that are available. But if you are buying them because it has been suggested by someone, be prepared to be disappointed. Every person has a different constitution and may not find the suggested medicine suitable. It is better to visit the dermatologist and let him advise the correct medication to you, based on his observations and whatever tests he conducts.

Hormonal acne is not the end of the world, though it does seem to have a very great impact on teenagers, especially girls. Changes in life style, diet, hygiene and the correct medication can keep the hormonal acne under control.

Hygiene and hormonal acne

Keeping the skin clean and free of oils is one of the most effective ways of combating hormonal acne. This cleaning has to be done with gentle cleansers, one of the best being plain cold water. Soaps can contain lye and other additives that can irritate the skin and these are to be scrupulously avoided. At no stage must the skin feel puffy or get reddened while you are cleaning your face. Also see that you do not use harsh towels or fabrics that can irritate your skin. Also avoid the use of harsh detergents on your clothes as any residue left from them after wash could further irritate your skin and thus your acne.

Diet changes can help reduce hormonal acne

It is well established that greasy food and very high protein food can cause the acne to aggravate. So the best diet to combat hormonal acne is to switch to a lean one which is high in fruit and vegetables. This simple change in lifestyle is known to have had an almost immediate effect on sufferers from hormonal acne.

Where and when does acne occur?

Acne generally appears on the face, back and chest. In teenagers it appears just as the teenager has become conscious of looks and appearance and is therefore likely to lead to extreme emotional disturbances. Most acne clears up once the person has crossed a certain age and the hormones are in balance. Acne fluctuates with changes in the person’s diet and stress levels. Many doctors recommend that you keep a diary of the acne appearance along with events in your life, so that any pattern can be established.

Hormonal Acne

Hormones induce maturity in oil glands of the skin, and any imbalance in them can cause acne. The hormones create an oil surplus in the hair follicles, which lead them to getting clogged. This clogging allows bacteria to grow, which cause the acne and blemishes on the skin. This hormonal imbalance is mostly noticed in teens when they have reached puberty and can affect boys and girls alike. Some adults, especially women may also have this problem of acne during their monthly menstrual cycles.