General anti-infectives for local use

Medications in this category inhibit bacterial growth P.acnes, and are commonly used to treat patients with mild to moderate forms of acne. They may be used alone or in combination with drugs that act on other factors contributing to the development of acne. Antimicrobial drugs for topical application can be assigned only if the dermatologist decides that they fit a particular patient (the remedies for acne, of course, have a number of contraindications).

• Azelaic acid - an antimicrobial drug that is often used to treat acne. This material is normally present in the skin cells. Azelaic acid reduces the number P.acnes, but also removes dead skin cells and reduces inflammation. It is, moreover, improves skin tone, eliminating pigmentation problems that occur in some patients after treatment of acne Acne Treatment - proper care of inflamed skin . Most people tolerate drugs with azelaic acid - as a rule, they can be used without harm to health over the years. Among the side effects of azelaic acid - dry skin and a little lighter the color in those areas where the drug is applied.
• Benzoyl peroxide also kills the bacteria P. Acnes, but it does not have anti-inflammatory properties. Currently available in creams, gels, lotions and cleansers for skin with varying concentrations of benzoyl peroxide. This substance is found in many agents for the treatment of acne, among other things, because studies have shown - benzoyl peroxide increases the effectiveness of certain other drugs, such as erythromycin and clindamycin Clindamycin - why its efficiency drops? . When used in combination with antibiotics benzoyl peroxide also reduces the likelihood of developing antibiotic resistance. The most common side effects of benzoyl peroxide - skin irritation, allergic response and bleaching of hair (and tissue) are in contact with this substance.
• Clindamycin. This antibiotic has long been used to treat acne. Clindamycin kills P. acnes, and reduces inflammation. When used topically it is generally safe and well tolerated by most patients. Its side effects are dryness and irritation of the skin. It is important to use clindamycin exactly as recommended by a physician - otherwise there is a risk of antibiotic resistance.
• Erythromycin, as mentioned above, is the antibiotic Antibiotics - whether they will help you in the foreseeable future?   broad-spectrum, used for the control of many bacteria, including P. acnes. Ointments with erythromycin Erythromycin - if you are allergic to penicillin   have antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory action, and are used mainly for the treatment of acne. Very effective is the combination of erythromycin and benzoyl peroxide - the impact of two antimicrobial agents can improve the results of therapy. As for external use of clindamycin, erythromycin can cause skin dryness and irritation. To avoid the development of antibiotic resistance, erythromycin should also be taken in strict accordance with the instructions received from the doctor.
• Sulfacetamide - an antimicrobial agent that inhibits the proliferation of P. acnes and opens clogged pores. It is a very effective drug for the treatment of inflammatory acne. The structure of many products with sulfacetamide also includes sulfur. Some patients do not like the smell and consistency of the ointment with sulfur, but the new tools with such a composition usually does not cause such complaints.

Local retinoids

Topical retinoids which are administered to patients with mild and moderate acne are derivatives of vitamin A, and is currently considered as the cornerstone of therapy for patients with skin problems. Retinoids open pores and prevent the formation of new pimples and blackheads. They can cause irritation of the skin and increase its sensitivity to sunlight, so throughout the course of treatment be sure to use sunscreen (they must be labeled as nekomedogennye, or treatment may be useless).

An additional advantage of using topical retinoids is that they help to make less noticeable signs of aging - fine folds and wrinkles on the skin.

• Adapalene - synthetic retinoid that is produced in the form of gels and creams. When applied to the skin, it opens the pores and has a slight anti-inflammatory effect. Improvement usually becomes noticeable after 8-12 weeks after the start of adapalene. It can cause side effects such as minor irritation and dry skin.
• Tazarotene - another synthetic retinoid, which effectively cleans the pores of the skin, and is widely used as a treatment for acne. This drug should not be used for pregnant women. During the course of treatment for women must use reliable contraception. It is not known how it affects the intrauterine development of the person, but in the course of animal experiments it led to the emergence of severe birth defects among babies whose mothers during pregnancy were exposed to tazarotene.
• Tretinoin - the first retinoid designed specifically for outdoor use. Tretinoin is a natural retinoid. It gradually cleanses the pores and prevents the accumulation of fat in them, and other contaminants in the future. Previously, many patients complained that tretinoin has on the skin excessively violent impact. New drugs for acne, which include tretinoin significantly less likely to cause skin irritation. However, they can cause side effects such as redness, scaling, dryness, itching, and burning of the skin. When such problems should talk to a dermatologist - often they can be overcome by changing the dose or frequency of use of the drug.

The skin of the face and its types

Health and beauty - this is the main means to achieve happiness, because our body and soul are integrated. No one can deny the significance of outer beauty of women to achieve success in life. Therefore, a woman who always wants to look good, to be able to properly take care of themselves.

To determine what type of skin of your face, it should be thoroughly cleaned from dust, dirt and makeup. Three hours later, when recover its natural protective covering (skin oil and sebum), carefully examine it.

Oily skin is shiny, it expanded pores. Cigarette papers, applied to the skin covered spots, wherein the spots formed then quickly disappear and grease stains remain. On oily skin of the face Oily facial skin - a problem both sexes   often formed black spots - is oxidized and clog the ducts of the sebaceous glands sebaceous horn plugs.

Dry skin is thin, matt, transparent. Through it you can sometimes see the mesh of blood vessels. This skin is easily inflamed, and shows redness and peeling. Tissue paper applied to dry skin not covered by grease spots.

Leather type comprises mixed as dry sites (often on the cheeks) and fat (the wings of the nose, forehead, chin).

Normal skin is not too dry, not too oily, not dehydrated. Meets this type are rare.

Caring for oily skin

Oily skin should be thoroughly cleaned on a daily basis, as it becomes dirty more quickly than dry and normal skin. In order to apply the skin degreasing lotions. Happy oily skin need to lubricate the protective cream.

The first and most important treatment - purification. Oily skin is resistant to water and soap. Wash with soap and water should be in the morning and evening, and the skin is massaged with light circular movements of the fingers.

The following procedure - degreasing. For this purpose, lotions prepared alcohol-based ether or camphor. The most effective drugs - essential, it is possible to dry up their skin. A good result has camphor alcohol.

The latter procedure - protection. Before bedtime Dreams: how to understand our dreams   on oily skin is not recommended to apply any creams, it must be remembered that all creams for oily skin should not contain fatty substances. Perfume industry produced special creams for oily skin, among which we can always choose the one that is right for you. In the morning after washing the skin day cream is applied, after which the skin is slightly powder oneself.

Daily care for dry skin

Nature has provided enough dry skin protective agents, so it is particularly in need of protection of medicinal and cosmetic preparations. Such skin contraindicated all substances with a drying effect.

Because dry skin does not tolerate water, especially hot and hard, it is not recommended to wash frequently with soap and water, not to further dry the skin. If you enjoy washing with water, it is necessary to use soft water, poor salts, for example, melt water or non-mineral water from the thermal springs. Washing with soap and water can be successfully replaced by application to the skin cleansing creams. In the evening to cleanse the face is better to use vegetable oils or agents prepared based on them, removing the excess with a paper towel.

After cleansing the skin of her face to wipe emollient cosmetic milk containing lanolin. At night you can lubricate the skin nourishing cream for dry skin.

Dry skin is very sensitive to fluctuations in ambient temperature. The colder the air, the skin becomes drier. If you do not take care of her, then under the influence of low temperatures can be formed cracks. Therefore, during the cold season so the skin should be lubricated with a very fat cream. This cream will protect your skin from the drying effects and central heating systems, wind and water. But such protection is insufficient to protect against exposure to sunlight. To this end, we produced a special sunscreen. If dry skin Dry skin: care and treatment   prone to peeling, it is necessary to wipe every night almond oil.

To care for moderately dry skin, you can use the tonic provided the basis for them does not serve alcohol.

Daily care for normal skin

For normal skin need the same meticulous care, as well as for the patient, or it may go into a state of dry or oily skin. For washing is better to use soft water. Under the influence of hot water surface skin cells swell and peel off, resulting in reduced acidity of the skin and disrupts its natural protective cover is formed by sebum. Under the influence of soap cell walls that make up the surface layers of the skin to lose its elasticity. So do not often wash with hot soapy water. Acidic reaction of the surface layers of the skin is restored only through 3, 5 hours after washing with soap and water.

Just like any other skin, normal skin needs protection from the wind, cold, heat and the drying effects of central heating. For this are day creams that lubricate the exposed parts of the body - the face and hands.

Daily facial mixed type

Purification dry and greasy skin should be carried out in accordance with the rules for this type of skin How to determine your skin type . Day of such skin can be lubricated or just cream for dry skin, or only the cream for oily skin, evenly distributing it all over the face.

What kind of makeup to choose

It is best to use makeup of one firm that is presented in the form of some kind of cosmetic line. Well proven domestic cosmetics "Black Pearl", a French company, and the company Ericson Laboratoire Selvert Thermal, Israeli company «Holli Land Cosmetics» and others.

Only the daily care can yield results: the skin becomes smooth, matte, without blackheads and pustules.

  Galina Romanenko