Acne Treatment Gel for Adult Acne
Acne is commonly thought of as a skin disorder found in teenagers and young adults. However, more and more adults are finding that the acne of their youth has followed them into adulthood. Many adults suffer both acne and wrinkles. Fortunately, the practice of dermatology has become more specialized and there are more treatments than ever before for acne- even adult acne.
Adult acne sufferers can take an affordable, holistic route in which they use homemade acne treatments and change diet and exercise to manage acne. They can alternatively take an expensive, cosmetic route and undergo costly and invasive procedures like dermabrasion and laser treatments to treat acne. Whichever they choose, there is an effective acne treatment out there for every individual. This article will focus on acne treatment gel and finding the right gel to treat adult acne.
The Different Types of Acne Treatment Gel
Murad, Proactiv, Neutrogena, Clearasil; whether a mail order or drugstore brand name, all these products are known to treat acne. But do any of them work? And if so, do they work for adult acne? A quick internet search will tell you that the Murad product line is in the top 10 effective adult acne treatments. This may be due to truth or excellent marketing. The Murad line offers several "Complex Kits" and "Complex Regimens" which both include gels.
Adult acne sufferers may prefer something simple rather than complex to treat their acne. Isn't treating wrinkles and acne at the same time complex enough? Murad's "Complex" line is named so because it actually does help adult acne sufferers treat complex skin problems. Neutrogena offers several types of acne treatment gel. The line even offers a "Rapid Eliminating Spot Gel," which sounds aggressive but effective.
Clearasil is a name normally associated with teen acne. However, their line offers an adult acne treatment gel called Clearasil "Adult Care." Proactiv advertises toward adult users but its three main products: cleanser, toner, and lotion are supposed to work for all ages and skin types. Proactiv does not offer a gel product.
Examples of prescription acne treatment gels for adults are: Tazorac, Retin-A, Clindycin, Azelex, Differin, and Duac. Over-the-counter remedies can contain ingredients such as: sulfur, salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, tea tree oil, vitamin e, aloe, zinc, and water. Acne sufferers should avoid any product containing lanolin and oil as these can aggravate acne.
Unfortunately, finding the right acne treatment gel is a process of trial and error. However, there are many excellent, affordable options at your local drugstore and a dermatologist can help you find an appropriate prescription gel if necessary. The good news is that many adult acne treatments also combat wrinkles so it is possible to resolve both issues with one product.
