However, advances in acne treatments continue to help us rid the skin of unwanted blackheads, whiteheads, pimples, cysts and other skin imperfections. The first step in treatment is identifying the type of acne so you can learn how to treat it. The best way to determine the type of acne is to schedule an appointment with a dermatologist. Additionally, you should never pick at a lesion. It often causes damage that cannot be repaired only improved by treatment. So when you think of picking at that red dot on your face think if it would be best to suffer for a couple of days with a pimple or have a scar for life.

One acne treatment option is the use of products containing Retenoids, which is an exfoliant that helps lesions drain quicker and speeds up the healing process. The most common is Retin-A. People using retinoids should take special care to wear sunscreen as it increases the skin’s sensitivity to the sun. Other medications used for the treatment of acne contain ingredients such as benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid and alpha hydroxy acid. The medications, which can be found at your local drug store, are called peeling agents that help loosen pimples and blackheads as well as shedding dead skin cells. If you are really feeling like you have tried all over the counter meds for acne, visit your dermetologists who can provide relief by prescribing prescription medications such as renova. Renova is an antiaging cream that contains retinoic acid as an active ingredient. Retinoic acid has been sold for years as the brand name Retin-A.

With any of these products, your skin can flare up and show increased redness before an improvement can be seen. The best way to deal with these symptoms is to be patient when figuring out what works for your skin. As you age, you will also have to alter your skin care regimen to adjust for changes in skin texture and tone. But once you find what products work for you and create a proper skincare routine, clear and youthful skin will be an attainable goal and worth the efforts.