Five Foods to Avoid When Fighting Acne Breakouts

According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, acne can be triggered by hormone changes in puberty and adults, medicines, make-up, and family history and more. Many acne triggers are difficult to reverse, but a step that everyone can take is a change in diet. 

For many years people thought greasy foods and sweets caused acne. More recent studies indicate that other factors trigger zits and blemishes. 

However, at least one doctor is pointing her finger at foods again as a cause of breakouts. Crystal Wellman, a Master Aesthetician and owner of the Crystal Clear Acne Clinic, lists five foods to avoid if you’re acne prone.

“A lot of people don’t realize that it’s what they are eating that is causing their acne,” affirms Crystal Wellman, a Master Aesthetician and owner of the Crystal Clear Acne Clinic. “By changing a few foods that you eat, you can hydrate and improve your skin while avoiding breakouts.”

Here are five foods Wellman says to avoid when fighting acne:

1.    Salt. Too much salt can dehydrate your skin, leading to swelling and it makes it more difficult for your skin to heal acne. Nuts are a perfect change. They contain Vitamin E, copper, potassium, calcium and iron to improve your health and skin.

2.    Bread and Refined Grains. Bread, refined grains and foods that are high-glycemic spike your blood sugar, causing a burst of hormone insulin, which leads to an increase of breakouts and acne. Brown rice is a great alternative, rich in vitamin B and protein. Vitamin B acts a stress fighter and regulates hormone levels.

3.    Shellfish. Shrimp, crab and lobster are high in iodine, which leads to clogged pores and acne. Instead, try fish, which contains fatty acids like omega-3 and omega-6 to improve your skin.

4.    Milk. Dairy products, especially skim milk contains bioavailable hormones, stressing your skin and leading to breakouts. Instead, try broccoli contains health building properties like Vitamins A, B, C, E, and K.

5.    Alcohol. Alcohol dehydrates your skin, highlighting wrinkles and preventing your skin from healing. Avocados are rich in Vitamin E, reducing skin inflammation and naturally moistures your skin.

“Simple changes in your diet can produce a significant change in your complexion,” affirms Wellman. “It’s a feasible step that anyone and everyone can take to control of your acne.”

Buying the right acne treatment can also cure acne. Find out more and see before and after photos here.

Also see: What Is the Best Adult Acne Treatment?

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Acne Before and After

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New Study Indicates Acne Bacteria Spread from Humans to Grapevines

This is acne article is not an April Fool's joke, but it sure seems like it could be! Sometimes truth is stranger than fiction!

Acne pathogen transferred from humans to grapevines

If you have acne, drink the occasional glass of wine, are a fan of musician Frank Zappa, or just like weird science, here's some news you will find intriguing: Italian researchers have discovered a new bacteria that colonized pimples and now colonizes grapevines. They named it after Frank Zappa. -- Examiner

The microbe, P. Zappae, was discovered at different sites in Northern Italy. When the transformation history was studied using marker genes, it was discovered the pathogen originated in humans and then spread to the grapevines--the first time a human bacteria is known to have spread to plants.

This could be big news for acne sufferers, because as researchers study the pathogen in grape vines, they might hit upon a cure for the human bacteria. This is the way many other cures and treatments have been found in the past.

Today there are numerous treatments for blemishes, pimples and zits--some effective and some not so much--but there is currently not a cure for acne.

While we wait for an acne cure, the new bacteria study is certainly interesting news for wine drinkers, music buffs, science geeks, and those who suffer from acne breakouts. Read the article to find out why they named it after Frank Zappa!

Article at: Acne bacteria spread from humans to grapevines new study reveals - National Skin Care Examiner 

Related:

• What is acne? Common causes of acne
• How to prevent acne; top ten tips to reduce pimples and avoid acne
• The unblemished truth about adult acne
• Clear acne 'scars' with occlusion therapy  
• Top 7 steps to reduce acne from the American Academy of Dermatology
• Unblemish for Acne

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Top 7 steps to reduce acne from the American Academy of Dermatology - National Skin Care Examiner

Top 7 steps to reduce acne from the American Academy of Dermatology

The American Academy of Dermatology (Academy) has released their list of the best ways to achieve clearer skin. According to the Academy Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States. he Academy recommends the following seven tips for clearer skin.

Acne tips at: Top 7 steps to reduce acne from the American Academy of Dermatology - National Skin Care Examiner
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Acne- It's not just for teenagers - Anaheim Skin Care Examiner

Acne- It's not just for teenagers

Acne is most often associated with the teenage years. This article presents some interesting facts that might help if you face the embarrassment of skin blemishes.


Read it at: Acne- It's not just for teenagers - Anaheim Skin Care Examiner
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Occlusion Treatment for Acne Marks

After acne is treated successfully, it can leave ugly, discolored "scars" behind. These discolorations are really not scars but are a form of hyperpigmentation left behind after the pimple is gone.

This acne regimen is designed to clear up acne and acne scars. The acne treatment offers two toners to chose from, with one toner specifically addressing hyperpigmentation "scars."

The Spot Fading Toner is an alcohol-free toner which contains dermatologist-recommended 2% hydroquinone to lighten and prevent post-acne marks and spots. Salicylic acid removes dead skin cells and keeps pores clear, and prepares skin for treatment.

However,  if you are using the acne treatment and some stubborn acne scars won't go away, simply purchase the Skin Lightening Treatment and substitute it for the Dual Intensive Treatment every evening (but continue using the Dual Intensive Treatment every morning).

Occlusion Therapy for Acne Scars

1) Use the full acne treatment in the morning.

2) At night, use the acne treatment Sulfur Wash to unclog pores and reduce redness.

3) Use the Spot Fading Toner to lighten and prevent post-acne marks and spots.

4) Use the Skin Lightening Treatment in the evening as step 3 and substitute it for the Dual Intensive Treatment. Apply a dime-sized portion of Skin Lightening Treatment evenly over the entire face every evening, avoiding the eye area. Allow the treatment to penetrate skin. Do not rinse off. (Use once every other day and increase to twice daily as tolerated if you experience any sensitivity at first).

5)  Plastic Wrap/Saran Wrap: Cut or tear plastic or saran wrap or plastic wrap and lay it over the extra layer of Skin Lightening Treatment. Let it set for 2 hours.

6) Remove the plastic wrap, blend in the Skin Lightening Treatment, and leave it on the skin. If the skin feels dry after treatment you can follow with a moisturizer. *

Do this occlusion treatment 2 hours a day, 5 days a week for 2 weeks. If any stubborn dark acne marks do not lighten after 2 weeks of occlusion therapy, you may need to see a dermatologist.

* The two best moisturizers to chose from to add to the Occlusion Therapy are:

a) Moisture Replenishing Cream is a more moisturizing with a rich, dewy formula that soothes, hydrates and nourishes.

b) Sensitive Skin Treatment is a hydrating cream with exclusive RFp3 peptide technology helps to interrupt the inflammatory cascade to promote smooth, clear, healthy-looking skin. However, it is less moisturizing than the moisture cream.

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Regimen for Acne and Post-Acne Marks

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Tour de France: Cycling Past Acne

Bike riders from around the world will sweep across France June 30 - July 22, 2012 as the world's most famous bike race progresses across the country. While the 3,471 mile Tour de France race represents a gargantuan challenge to even the best cyclists around, athletes of all levels can relate to the heat, humidity and sweating these bikers deal with.

Tune in to this webisode of Skinpact News: "Cycling Past Acne" for advice on stopping the acne cycle in its tracks during the summer. Click HERE to view.

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