Who Has Acne?

Acne is a very common problem. It has been estimated that about 85% of the Earth's population, with age bracket of 12-24 years old, is afflicted by it.
Almost every individual under 17 years of age has faced at least Acne episode and at least one typical Acne element.

However the gravity of the problem may differ from person to person.
For most people, Acne disappears even without any treatment.
However, more than 40% of teenagers cannot control the outbreak without medical help.
Common Acne may become a serious skin disease that needs to be treated by a specialist.

As a rule pimples start to appear as early as the age of 10.
It may progress to a more severe form of Acne that may last for 5-10 years.
But not all people manage to get rid of or control Acne after the age of 25.
About 20% of women and 5% of men suffer from Acne after reaching the age of 25 and 5% of both men and women, even after reaching the age of 45.
Any changes in the hormonal conditions in women may cause the appearance of Acne in adulthood, although it is not typical for men, too, to get Acne in adulthood.
However, it is men who have the tendency to get severe form of acne and in a longer period of time.

Some dermatologists believe that oiliness of facial skin contributes to appearance of Acne; thus, men and women, of all ages, who have oily facial skin, are more prone to Acne.
In this regard, people are treated with soaps, toners and moisturizers that prevent the skin from producing excess facial oil.

Acne is one of the most common skin disorders in the world.
Many researches has been conducted for its treatment, which is why many people enjoy Acne free life even if they are susceptible for having such skin disease.
There are lots of treatment option and medications available to cure Acne and to stop it from occurring in the first place.

Today, millions of dollars has been spent by pharmaceuticals for oral and topical skin-care products.
However, not all of them are effective in curing the type of Acne that you have.
Not one product is best for all persons with Acne.
To know which type of treatment, oral medicines and topical products that can help you to get rid of your Acne, consult a dermatologist.
He or she will know which is suitable for your age, type and severity of your Acne.