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Adult Acne

While adult acne and juvenile acne involve infections generated by the same bacteria, skin conditions can be very different requiring different forms of treatment. Adult onset acne (acne that begins in the adult years) usually involves normal or combination skin or even dry and/or sensitive skin, rather than the oily skin that is typical of juvenile acne. Most acne products, however, are developed for juvenile acne and contain high concentrations of benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, azelaic acid and other agents that can be excessively drying and potentially irritating to adult skin. Adult skin may not tolerate persistent use of these agents and skin sensitivity may become problematic.

Acne and Premature Skin Aging: Acne infections stimulate skin production of hydrogen peroxide which generates volumes of free radicals. The chemical rebuilding involved in healing infections and repairing the skin damage caused by infections, also generates volumes of free radicals. In this manner acne causes premature aging of the skin, just like the volumes of free radicals caused by sun exposure. Control of acne is not only important to the appearance of the skin today, it is an important strategy to prevent the premature aging of the skin. If skin damage has already become a problem, achieve control of the acne first and once this is accomplished, address the issue of skin rejuvenation. (See the Acne & Premature Skin Aging page and the Free Radical Damage page for additional information on this subject.)

Benzoyl Peroxide and Premature Skin Aging: Benzoyl peroxide creates free radicals in the skin and is known to cause premature skin aging, just like repeated sun exposure or persistent acne. Damage is determined by the concentration of benzoyl peroxide and the frequency of use. It has also been associated with increased risks of skin cancer. In 1995 the FDA issued warnings regarding the use of benzoyl peroxide and changed its status from safe to uncertain. For these reasons Skintactix does not use benzoyl peroxide or any other ingredient that might damage or prematurely age the skin. (See the Acne Tips and Benzoyl Peroxide Skin Damage pages for additional information.)

Causes of Adult Acne: There are a number of factors that may initiate adult acne. Stress can be a major factor, via the production of cortisol, a steroidal hormone that promotes acne. Coffee consumption, like stress, promotes the production of cortisol. Other issues may be involved, such as smoking, low consumption of free fatty acids, hormone supplement, etc. Achieve control of adult acne with Skintactix products and reduce those factors that may promote a recurrence of acne. (See the Acne Tips page for additional information on factors that promote acne.)

If follicle congestion, whiteheads and/or blackheads are involved refer to the page on Acne & Essential Fatty Acids as this could be a factor in the development of adult onset acne.

Acne Treatment Information: Go to the section on Acne Vulgaris or Cystic Acne for an explanation of the Skintactix products and how they achieve control of acne.

Treatment Progress: Be sure to review the Acne Cure Progress page. It explains with words and photographs how the skin responds, including time-frames.

Special Value Kits for Treatment of Acne:

Kit A1: For Normal, Combination or Oily Skin (Antibacterial Cleanser, Glycolic Exfoliator, Green Tea Poultice) (Retail $40) Kit Price $29.95

Kit A2: For Excessively Oily Skin (Glycolic Cleanser, Glycolic Exfoliator, Green Tea Poultice) (Retail $41) Kit Price $30.95

Kit A3: For Sensitive Skin (Septicide Cleanser, Gentle Follicle Exfoliator, Green Tea Poultice) (Retail $42) Kit Price $31.95

Kit A4: For Dry Skin (Septicide Cleanser, Gentle Follicle Exfoliator, Green Tea Poultice, Treatment Moisturizer) (Retail $56) Kit Price $39.95

Daily Treatment Routines:
Acne – Oily, Combination or Normal Skin or Excessively Oily Skin
Light, Moderate or Severe Acne
AM    Antibacterial Cleanser (or Glycolic Cleanser) – Apply to damp face, work into lather, rinse off
         Glycolic Exfoliator - Apply very thinly, lightly rub into skin to disappear, leave on
         Green Tea Poultice – Apply very thinly to problem areas and rub in to disappear
PM    Antibacterial Cleanser (or Glycolic Cleanser) – Apply to damp face, work into lather, rinse off
         Glycolic Exfoliator – Apply very thinly, leave on
         Green Tea Poultice – Apply more liberally than in AM, rub into skin, leave on
Note: For severe acne cases Inhibiting Gel can be added to the twice daily
         regimen, following the Antibacterial Cleanser and before the Glycolic Exfoliator.
Note: If the Poultice rolls or doesn't absorb when applied, the Glycolic Exfoliator has been
           applied too liberally and is creating a barrier.

Acne – Dry or Sensitive Skin
Light, Moderate or Severe Acne
AM    Septicide Cleanser – Apply to damp face, work into lather, rinse off
         Gentle Follicle Exfoliator – Apply thinly following cleansing, leave on
         Green Tea Poultice – Apply very thinly to problem areas, rub in to disappear
         Treatment Moisturizer – Optional, for dry skin. Use as needed, leave on
PM    Septicide Cleanser – Apply to damp face, work into lather, rinse off
         Gentle Follicle Exfoliator – Apply following cleansing, leave on
         Green Tea Poultice – Apply more liberally than in AM, leave on
         Treatment Moisturizer – Optional, for dry skin. Use as needed, leave on
Note: For severe acne cases Inhibiting Gel can be added to the twice daily
         regimen, following the Septicide Cleanser and before the Gentle Follicle Exfoliator.
Note: If the Poultice rolls or doesn't absorb when applied, the Gentle Follicle Exfoliator has been
           applied too liberally and is creating a barrier.

Skintactix products control acne or provide a complete acne cure in over 90% of cases, including the toughest cases.

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