Adult Facial Acne

Adult facial acne is caused by sebum, an oily substance that is produced by the skin’s sebaceous glands. This sebum clogs pores, attracts bacteria and then becomes red and inflamed. For many adults, causes of facial acne are a result of hypersensitivity to male hormones, called androgens. However, an imbalance in both male and female hormones, known as estrogen, can also cause breakouts. For women, this often occurs during pregnancy and menopause. Medications such as corticosteroids and even some cosmetics can also be triggers for facial acne.

Treating Adult Facial Acne

Treating adult acne can be tricky since most acne medications are geared to teenagers’ oily skin, a less than optimal choice for drier adult skin. Sufferers with facial acne should treat their skin very gently, washing their face twice a day when possible with a gentle cleanser, avoiding rough washcloths. Sunscreen should always be used, even if you do not think you will be in the sun. In actuality, unless you are a coal miner, everyone’s skin is exposed to the sun’s powerful rays, even in the winter.

In a 48-week, clinical study, adults who used prescription Pyratine XR, crème or lotion, noticed a significant reduction in their facial papule and pustule lesions. A dramatic 21% decrease in lesions was recorded as early as the fourth week; an even more dramatic 89.5% decrease was noted at week 48! Now that is exciting news for those affected by facial acne.

PyratineXR is well-tolerated and non-irritating and actually improves the skin’s barrier function. Please call 888-878-1307 or click on the form to discover more ways Pyratine XR can help improve your skin.