Skincare and Menopause: Adult Acne Skin Care Treatments
Sacramento, CA (PRWEB) November 6, 2007 -- Most people rejoice that the adolescent years are over, thinking that blemishes are long gone. Then they enter menopause, and are shocked to see blemishes appear on the face once again. What can be done? Skincare-News.com's latest article, "Making Sense of Menopause and Troublesome Skin" shares insights about what can be done to treat these problematic spots, and how to differentiate between acne and other skin conditions that may flare up as a result of hormonal changes.
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During menopause essentially the hormones tend to run amuck. When it comes to acne, it's the increase in testosterone and DHEA that causes the sebaceous glands -- in charge of the skin's oil production -- to start working overtime.
Meanwhile, menopause also causes a kink in skin cell regeneration, where normally old skin cells die off and new ones are born. During menopause the skin is really efficient with the demise phase, but the body is unable to rid itself of the skin's waste fast enough. With a combination of excess oil and dead skin, pores become clogged and acne develops.
It is important to watch for warning signs that indicate other skin conditions as well. That troublesome acne may really be troublesome rosacea. Some common signs of rosacea include blushing and redness, with the appearance of bumps and pimples (the ones that mimic acne) and blood vessels. Interestingly, hot flashes can exacerbate rosacea. In some cases, hot flashes have even caused the first appearance of rosacea and can trigger subsequent flare-ups. In an article on MSNBC, Dr. Debra Wattenberg says, "Women with rosacea often note their skin worsens with spicy foods, alcohol, hot drinks, extreme weather and sun exposure."
To care for skin during this troublesome time, continue cleansing with a gentle product twice each day -- in the morning and night -- and also after a strenuous workout. Consider using over-the-counter products with benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid or glycolic acid for mild cases of acne. For reducing lesions and acne marks, look to any of these procedures: chemical peels, microdermabrasion and lasers.
Several sources recommend changing the diet to include more fiber, calcium and plenty of water (eight to ten glasses per day) while cutting down on processed carbs and fat. A vitamin supplement may also help. Some suggest vitamins B and C, especially for menopausal acne.
When looking for beauty products, choose those that are "non-comedogenic" or "non-acnegenic." Don't squeeze blemishes, because scarring can occur. Some ingredients can increase sensitivity to sun exposure and thus to sunburn. Wear sunscreen always!
Also, when women experience symptoms of anxiety, mood swings, insomnia, etc., in addition to acne, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) -- taking supplements of estrogen and progesterone -- is a viable option (though health risks have been associated with HRT).
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