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Skin Blemishes in Adults

Skin blemishes are a nuisance of adolescence but for some people it occurs in adult life as well. It is an undesired reminder of the embarrassment and self-consciousness of teenage acne. Anyone can develop adult skin blemishes, however, some people are predisposed to certain types of acne. Scientific studies have confirmed that consuming bad foods do not cause skin blemishes; however, just as the proper nutrients are needed for optimal function of organs, the skin is the largest organ in the body: Implementing a healthy diet can reflect in a person's appearance.

There are several factors that contribute to the onset of skin blemishes in adults. Cosmetics and toiletries may clog pores. Such products include foundations, night creams, and moisturizers. Cosmetics and toiletries that cause blemishes are known as comedogenics; when looking for cosmetics, try to choose "non-comedogenic" products. The environment also plays a role in the development of skin blemishes. Pollution can irritate blemish prone areas of the skin. The skin blemishes can be made worse by touching the skin or friction from clothing and hair.

Males and females can develop skin blemishes from stress and hormonal changes. The hormone androgen stimulates the sebaceous gland to produce more sebum.

Sebum is a natural oil that makes the skin soft and waterproof. The oily sebum accumulates in the hair follicles as it moves up the hair shaft where it mixes with normal skin bacteria (Propionibacterium Acnes) and shedding dead follicular skin cells. The dead cells normally get pushed to the surface where they are expelled. The more sebum is produced the greater the chances of the follicles being clogged, potentially resulting in skin blemishes.

Adult females who develop skin blemishes due to the following conditions may be linked to hormonal changes:

Appearance of skin blemishes for the first time in adulthood or reappearance after clearing up (PMS, Peri menopause, Menopause)
Unresponsive to treatment
Worsening condition during pregnancy or menstruation
Associated to masculine patterns of hair growth or hair loss, may also include darkening of the skin around the armpits or body folds, and torso obesity.

Skin blemishes in adults, associated to the above conditions and chronic emotional or physiological stress, can be treated in a number of ways. Pimples or acne caused by hormonal changes may not respond to over the counter topical acne treatments that work on teenagers. The treatment options may include oral contraceptives, oral Corticoseteroids (anti-inflammatory drugs), Antiandrogens (reduce androgen productions) or natural alternatives. Oral contraceptives side effects include nausea, weight gain, menstrual spotting and breast tenderness. The side effects associated with oral corticosteroids may cause weight gain and bone thinning. Antiandrogens may cause irregular menstruation and breast tenderness.

Many chose natural alternatives that do not have any of the dangerous side effects associated with many acne medications. When pores become clogged and the body is lacking certain nutrients to remove this excess debris, they can become infected and inflamed causing skin blemishes.

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