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Red Marks Acne - Time For A Visit To The Dermatologist?

by Daniel Wright

Acne and the red marks it leaves on the skin are the number one reason that people visit the dermatologist's office. Red facial marks and acne aren't a medical emergency and be treated fairly easily, but people still spend millions on visits to specialists. There are thankfully some easy solutions to this all too common problem.

For people suffering from red marks acne, it is critical that they use the correct type of skin cleanser product. They should insure that only non-comedogenic (non-irritating) cleansers should be bought. The most effective regimen is to wash your face with the cleanser at least twice a day, once in the morning and again before turning in for the night. If they wear makeup, it should be completely removed as well during the cleansing process.

Second, you will want to develop a basic skin care regimen to treat your red marks acne. This involves cleansing twice daily, as we already noted, as well as applying the properly balanced moisturizer to your skin after cleansing. Moisturizers are available in formulas for oily, dry, or combination skin types, so make sure to buy the correct one! Remember, not everyone with acne has oily skin.

Now, you need to restrict your make-up product choices that are made for people with skin problems. A popular choice is mineral based makeup, which tends to cause much fewer reactions. Put it on lightly so that your skin can "breathe" naturally. Be sure to moisturize your skin before you apply. Also, use lots of water to clean your skin completely, especially at night. It is important to remember that lesser amounts used less often is a big step toward reducing acne.

Finally, a good option for people with pimples is a special skin care serum which contains anti-inflammatory agents. Anti-inflammatories damp down the immune response of your skin to irritants, making it look and feel better and reducing redness. You may also choose to use a moisturizer with anti-inflammatory agents built right in.

Whether you have suffered with red marks acne for years, or you are just starting to get your first few pimples, it is important to develop the right skin care regimen and use products specifically formulated for your skin. Research has proven that most people can achieve good and lasting results with a basic skin care regimen, without having to pay big bucks for medical specialists.

The Acne Help Page is an online knowledgebase covering everything related to acne. Here you can find information on the causes of acne to treatment options for red facial marks. Read other's experiences regarding red marks acne at the treatment results page.

Published December 4th, 2007

Filed in Health, Help