Accutane without the Pain
Posted: Saturday, April 11, 2009
by Francine Cook
Menopause Answers
It is becoming more and more difficult to get Accutane. This drug has been on the market since 1982. Even though, there have been some problems with this medication, it has proved to be effective in treating acne. Now, however, David J. Graham of the FDA says that it should be discontinued. Simultaneously, La Roche, the manufacturer of this product, has had to mount legal defense of the medication in Florida.
Positive Effects of Accutane Accutane is derived from Vitamin A. This vitamin helps to reduce excessive secretion of oil in the dermis. Vitamin A is readily available in foods like broccoli, liver, sweet potatoes, oily fish, carrots, and whole eggs. As an added bonus, these foods also provide beta carotene which is a substance that becomes vitamin A once it is ingested.
Slough off tired skin cells efficiently
This effect can be produced by the use of a facial peel. Additionally, regular exfoliation will keep the facial surface fresh and new. When old cells are regularly removed and a new epidermal layer is constantly encouraged, there is less opportunity for bacteria and oil to be trapped in the pores. This means pimples will have less chance to form.
Cautions about extreme facial peels. Facial peels can be purchased in a variety of strengths. Some are very gentle and some are quite bracing, to put it mildly. One very extreme peel is composed of trichloroacetic acid. You may have heard it referred to as TCA. This peel can be quite costly. The price may range anywhere from a hundred dollars to a thousand. It is all a matter of the extent of the treatment. You can only get this type of peel by visiting a physician's office. The reason for this is that this product must be used with extreme caution. If you tend to have dermal sensitivities, the use of this type of peel can result in hyper-pigmentation.
Peels you can use at home There are a number of non-prescription peels you may want to try. This sort of peel provides light exfoliation. These peels are gentle and can be used once a week. These products are usually made with glycolic acid or with papaya enzymes.
Minimizing bacterial infection's spread
The use of an astringent goes a long way to inhibit the growth and spread of bacteria on the face. You can use natural products like apple cider vinegar or witch hazel to tighten and refresh your face while fighting bacteria. These products are readily available, inexpensive, and can greatly reduce the chances of facial breakout.
Turn your body into a fat-burner
Excessive fatty acids cause dermal irritation and a high likelihood of blemishing. If you read food labels and try to reduce or eliminate your consumption of foods that contain hydrolyzed fats, you will not only reduce this problem, you will also enhance your metabolism. In the absence of these unnecessary fats, your body will be able to process the "good" fats efficiently. This means better overall health for you! The "good" fats are Omega-6 and Omega-3 fatty acids. You can find them in a number of natural oils and foods, including olive oil and fatty fish like salmon. By getting plenty of "good" fats, you will build a healthier gastrointestinal tract that will work to reduce inflammatory substances in your body. This translates into less dermal irritation for you.
General reduction of inflammation
When your immune system is strong, your body will be able to fight off inflammation of all kinds. When you lower your stress levels by sleeping well, eating well, and getting plenty of exercise, you make your immune system stronger. Be sure to add vitamins C, E, and a B-Complex to your daily regimen, along with a dose of zinc. These vitamins work together to build a strong immune system.
These five natural steps combine to give you the same positive results you can get with Accutane without the negative side effects. Taking care of your health is not a quick fix. It will take time, but it will be time well spent. By taking care of your general health, you will improve your whole body, inside and out with nothing but positive side effects.
Francine Cook is an ex-nurse (retired) with two teenage granddaughters who now writes articles on acne-related issues. Francine is the editor-in-chief of acne-treatment-help.info, a site where you can find more information on natural cures for acne such as more information on the link between food and acne
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