Acne treatment in Teenagers

Acne is a common skin disease among teenagers. Due to unavoidable hormonal changes during this phase of age 13-18 years many teenagers start experiencing painful redness and bumps on their faces. These bumps affect their aesthetics and confidence if left untreated.

Concerning teenagers' overall growth, Dr. Roopi Khera, a skin specialist renowned for acne treatment in Ludhiana, states that this skin issue requires adequate treatment if it goes beyond management. This blog, based on insights shared by the skin doctor, may help you learn about medically approved treatments and tips for acne management. So, read the blog carefully!

Treatment for Acne caused by Hormonal Imbalance in Teenagers  

• Oral Medication

Acne treatment starts with oral medication, in which tablets, blood purifiers, and hormonal balancing therapies, followed by diet, are prescribed. Some of the most common oral medications are listed below:

1. Isotretinoin
2. Doxycycline
3. Azithromycin
4. Oral zinc
5. Oral silymarins
6. Oral myoinositol

In order to consider this medication, consultation with a skin expert is advisable.

• Peeling

Peeling is a skin resurfacing non-invasive technique performed by a skin expert. In this method, various types of infected skin peeling chemicals, depending on the candidate's skin type and severity of the acne, are used. Peelers remove the dirt and infected skin and stimulate the epidermis to support the formation of disease free new skin. The chemicals most commonly used in the method are:

Salicylic acid peels

Azileic acid peels Jessner’s peel Mandelic peel

• Laser Toning

Laser toning with carbon is the most effective method for mild and chronic acne. As the method’s name explains, laser lights are used to stimulate the dermal layer, and carbon works to reduce inflammation, management of sebum oil’s release, penetration of collagen to eliminate acne scar formation. Laser toning performed by a skin doctor specialised in laser treatment is completely safe with mild redness and swelling on the treated body part.

• Facial

In order to treat acne and rejuvenate the skin, acne treating facials are in style these days. These non-invasive facials of 2 to 3 hours exfoliate the skin and remove dirt and excess sebum oil using an exfoliator. Before applying an exfoliator to the skin, the tone and texture of the skin and the severity of acne are taken into account. Some of the most popular acne treatment facials are the Hollywood Facial and the Fire & Ice Facial.

• Microneedling

Microneedling is a minimally invasive treatment for acne. In this method, different sizes of sterilised needles are used. These needles/microneedling pens puncture the infected area and its surrounding area, which stimulates the epidermis and factors causing acne. Needles activate the dormant cells and remove the dead tissue with the blood. After a few days of microneedling, individuals can start experiencing acne-free skin with improved texture and glow.

Tips to Avoid and Manage Acne 

• Wash face twice a day with mild and chemical-free face organic face wash
• Eliminate extra oil, species and refined flour based cuisine from the diet
• Increase the intake of water, fruits, and green vegetables.
• Avoid treating acne with any pointed device

Even though acne is distressing, with proper guidance and medical consultation, one can get rid of acne scars. To do so, consult with a medical expert like Dr. Roopi Khera, dermatologist in Ludhiana.