Acne (commonly known as pimples) is a major headache for beauty lovers. The Department of Dermatology of the First Affiliated Hospital of Xi’an Medical College reminds you that regular professional treatment with cleanliness, exercise and balanced nutrition is the way to go!
I. Formal professional treatment
It is a very wrong viewpoint to believe that acne does not need to be treated and will naturally heal after puberty. According to clinical observation and verification, only about 10% of acne patients can heal themselves. Not going for treatment and delaying treatment will not only make future treatment difficult, but will even leave unsightly scars on the skin, seriously affecting normal learning, work, love and life. Acne, should be and must be under the correct guidance of a dermatologist, choose the appropriate treatment plan, not to mention blindly listening to and using the so-called prescriptions, which will be more than worth the loss, or even greater losses, leaving lifelong regrets!
The Department of Dermatology of the First Affiliated Hospital of Xi’an Medical College formulates individualized treatment plans for acne patients, and has corresponding treatment means for all aspects of acne pathogenesis and various damages, which have long been well received and trusted by patients because of their precise efficacy. For example
(1) Red and blue light treatment for acne
The blue light in red and blue light activates the porphyrins metabolized by Propionibacterium acnes and promotes the self-healing of skin lesions through phototoxic reactions, induction of cell death and stimulation of macrophages to release cytokines; red light acts on deeper tissues to eliminate inflammation, stimulate fibroblasts, promote collagen and elastin production, and increase cellular vitality for rapid tissue regeneration. The combined use of red and blue light can eliminate acne and make the skin more clean and tender. Better yet, the treatment is uncomfortable and feels very warm and comfortable. Usually 2 treatments per week are sufficient.
(2) Photodynamic treatment for acne
Photodynamic therapy is the most advanced method of treating acne today and is adapted to the treatment of moderate to severe acne. The principle of action is that the topical photosensitizer 5-ALA (5 amino ketovaleric acid) can be preferentially absorbed by the sebaceous glands and metabolized into a photosensitive compound, protoporphyrin IX. Protoporphyrin IX is focused on hair follicle sebaceous units and epithelial cells. Light irradiation at specific wavelengths activates protoporphyrin IX, generating singlet oxygen, superoxide anion radicals, and hydroxyl radicals. This effectively kills Propionibacterium acnes, inhibits sebum secretion, and inhibits the keratinization of epithelial cells at the mouth of the hair follicle. These three aspects of action precisely target all the pathogenic aspects of acne. Therefore, photodynamic therapy for acne has unique efficacy. It is also effective, has few side effects, and is easy to treat. Once every 7-10 days, 4 times is a course of treatment, usually only 1-2 courses of treatment are needed.
(2) Special treatment for acne pigmentation and scarring
Moderate to severe acne will leave acne marks (hyperpigmentation) and pits (scarring), which have a great impact on the aesthetics of the skin.
Hyperplastic scarring: local intra-dermal injection therapy can be used first, once every two weeks, usually taking 3-5 times, to flatten the raised scarring, and then laser microsculpture.
Depressed scar (commonly known as “acne pit”): fractional laser acne pit removal: by increasing dermal collagen and shrinking microvascular, the depression is no longer obvious, no incision, less bleeding, less damage, less pain, no scar, fast recovery and other absolute advantages are favored by people, no need to go through surgery, no post-operative recovery period, can easily achieve The effect of beauty. It is usually once every two months, usually 5-10 times, each treatment only takes tens of minutes and does not affect the study life.
Acne marks: photorejuvenation or fruit acid peeling. Photorejuvenation, 1 time per month, usually 3-5 times, with obvious effect. Fruit acids are organic acids extracted from natural fruits. By removing the keratinous matter blocked at the mouth of the hair follicles, the sebaceous glands can excrete sebum smoothly, thus eliminating acne, inflammatory papules, etc.
Second, skin cleansing
The skin of acne patients is mostly oily, so you should use an oil-control cleanser to wash your face and thoroughly remove the dust and oil and dirt from your skin that day. If there is more dust and oil on the face, it should be rinsed with warm water in time. The general number of times to wash the face 2-3 times a day is appropriate.
Third, nutrition should be balanced
Eat more natural food without artificial additives, such as vegetables and fruits rich in plant fiber and yogurt. Eat less high sugar, fat, spicy, fried food and stimulating drinks such as liquor and coffee. A sweet tooth that is not self-controlled is an important factor in the growth of acne. Cakes with a lot of sugar and pastries with a lot of carbohydrates are most likely to generate acne. In addition, peanuts and other nuts should also be eaten sparingly.
Fourth, moderate exercise
Exercise can promote metabolism, which has a good effect on the body and skin, and is the absolute secret to maintaining beautiful skin.
Five, pay attention to personal hygiene
Avoid touching the acne with your hands or using your hair and foundation to cover up the acne, especially to overcome the bad habit of squeezing and pressing the acne with your hands, because the bacteria on your hands and the dirt on your hair can easily infect your skin and aggravate the acne, while squeezing and pressing can cause permanent depression scars, leaving a lifelong regret.
The actual fact is that you will be able to get a lot more than just a couple of days.
No matter how busy you are, please go to bed at 11 o’clock at the latest. The skin’s metabolism is usually carried out from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. Set your biological clock to the right time so that you don’t feel sorry for yourself. Mental stress can cause sebum secretion, which is also a cause of acne, so a happy mood will keep acne away.