Using home treatments for mild cases of acne can easily be done if you follow a few guidelines. First off, though, it is
important to keep in mind that for more severe cases like cystic acne, a consultation with a dermatologist is advised before
beginning an at home regimen. However, home treatment of mild to moderate acne can dramatically reduce the appearance of acne
on your face, giving you clearer skin and more confidence in your appearance.
After you decide that you want to treat your acne at home, it is essential that you are patient for the first couple of weeks.
Acne medications do not work in a matter of days, as they need to fight deep below the surface to balance your skin, but after
a couple of weeks you should start to see results. The same rule holds for prescription medications, as noticeable results
will occur after a couple weeks. One of the first steps to improving your complexion is washing your face thoroughly two to
three times a day. Wash your hands with an anti bacterial soap and, using a mild bar soap or acne scrub, thoroughly wash your
face for about thirty seconds. Make sure that your bar soap is fragrance and color free as these can clog your pores and
irritate your skin, causing inflammation and increased redness of your face.
If washing your face is not enough, further measures can be taken for home acne treatment. One of the most common is the use
of benzoyl peroxide, which can be found in face wash, bar soap, topical cream or gel. Benzoyl peroxide is typically used once
or twice daily, but initially most people should only apply it once a day or every other day to avoid redness and excessive
drying. Generally, results will be evident after a few weeks, but if you do not notice a difference by then you should consult
your dermatologist for advice.
Another popular home acne treatment is salicylic acid. You can usually find this in medicated facial pads and also in some
face washes. Salicylic acid prevents your hair follicles from shedding excess skin and clogging your pores, thereby fighting
the cause of most acne and blackheads.
Whichever home treatment you believe to be best for your acne, always keep in mind that the results are gradual and will be
noticeable in a couple weeks. Follow the directions for your product and only use it the specified number of times per day.
Also, combining treatments at the same time may cause irritation and excessive dryness to your face, so benzoyl peroxide and
salicylic acid should only be used one at a time. If you do not notice results for your home acne treatment after several
weeks, contact your doctor for further advice.
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