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Best acne treatment
Firstly, we must qualify the word ‘best.’ What does one mean by the best acne treatment? Is the person looking for a quick recovery, cost effective recovery, a recovery without side effects or a recovery without relapses?
To determine the best treatment for a person who needs a quick recovery. One should look at oral medication. Of the various products in the market that boast of their ability to provide a quick recovery for those suffering from acne, most dermatologists suggest drugs in which the active ingredient is benzoyl peroxide. However, for those with an acute acne condition Accutane will be the best bet. In the tropical climates the most suitable for a quick relief is Retin-A. All these drugs are available at most drug stores on prescription.
If the person is willing to spend a little money, the best acne treatment may be to select the laser method of acne control. This is very effective. The treatment is done by exposing the affected skin area to sudden bursts of light. The degree of penetration can be controlled. However, there can be some side effects. In most cases the laser treatment gives results within a few days.
A person who’s looking for a recovery with little or nor side effects should opt to the natural or alternative medicinal treatments. These are some essential oils which does the work effectively and without any side effects. Of these essential oils Tea Tree Oil is the most common followed by Clove Oil, Lavender Oil, Bergamot Oil and Rosewood Oil. Some of the oils may be a bit strong, for example Clove Oil. This may be diluted by mixing it with grape seed oil to avoid any itching or burning sensation on application.
The most prudent way to approach and find out the best acne treatment for you would be to start with the treatments known for the least side effects. It would be advisable to start with Tea Tree Oil. If the results are not so encouraging you may shift to using the creams starting with the one that contains erythromycin. If this too doesn’t give the desired results you may opt for the oral antibiotic beginning with 250 mg of erythromycin twice a day. If this too does not show any sign of improvement you may go for the laser treatment.
However, as a matter of caution, it is most advisable to consult your dermatologist before embarking on the course of treatment. It is not at all advisable to simply follow what your friend had used for his similar ailment as you should keep in mind that all individuals do not have the same tolerance levels for drugs. It varies widely and wildly.