Common Myths about acne are same like skin problem. One common myth is that you have to let acne run its course. Like many skin conditions, acne treatment is complex. From random outbreaks to more persistent problems, diagnosing and treating acne isn’t always simple – and common misconceptions don’t help. New research from Dermalex has revealed a number of prominent skin untruths. Here, we set the record straight:

Acne is Caused By A Poor Diet

Myth: 

Nearly two thirds of acne sufferers have heard that the condition can be caused by a poor diet. On top of this, 50% of sufferers surveyed have heard that chocolate gives you spots.

Fact:

While it’s best to follow a healthy, balanced and varied diet, it’s unproven that a poor diet = acne. Instead, acne results from hormones that promote the over-production of sebum that, in turn, blocks pores, resulting in inflammation and characteristic spots, blackheads or whiteheads.

Acne is Caused by Having Dirty Skin & Poor Hygiene

Myth:

Over half of acne sufferers (56%) have heard that the condition is caused by having dirty skin or poor hygiene

Fact:

There is no direct link between poor hygiene or dirty skin and acne. Since most of the biological reactions that trigger acne take place below the skin’s surface, scrubbing your face clean may have little effect on spots. In fact, over-cleaning the skin may aggravate the skin further.

Squeezing Blackheads, Whiteheads and Spots is the Best Way to Get Rid of Acne

Myth:

Nearly 40% of sufferers have heard that squeezing spots and skin impurities is the best way to get rid of acne.

Fact:

You should not squeeze or scratch spots – this can make them worse and may lead to inflammation or even scarring. If you think your acne is severe, your doctor, a pharmacist or dermatologist should be a first port-of-call.

Sunbathing, Sunbeds & Sunlamps Help Improve the Symptoms of Acne

Myth:

Over 40% of acne sufferers have heard using sun beds or sunbathing could improve symptoms.

Fact: 

As well as there being no evidence that using sun beds and sunbathing improves acne, they are associated with increased skin damage and risk of developing skin cancer. Additionally, while some acne products (like Dermalex Acne) won’t make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, medications used to treat acne can do this. So you should always make sure you follow instructions!

Toothpaste, Lemon & Lime Juice are Effective in Treating Acne

Myths:

Almost half of acne sufferers have used or considered using toothpaste to treat symptoms, while 30% have gone down the citrus-based route and used (or considered using) lemon or lime juice.

Fact: 

While it’s tempting to try to dry out the skin, using harsh substances may lead to unnecessary soreness and these are not designed for use on the skin. Try opting for a clinically proven product that treats mild or moderate acne symptoms such as acne spots, redness and swelling, without drying out the skin.

Few other Common Myths & Facts of Acne are Listed Below:

1. Certain foods like chocolates, nuts, eggs and coffee etc. cause acne. This is a myth as most of the studies carried out in past so many years have not shown any direct co-relation of acne with any food.
2. This is also a myth that dirt and dust cause acne.
3. Teenagers tend to wash their face multiple times a day, thinking that if they keep their skin free of dust, their acne will go away.
4. People advocate that sun exposure can improve acne. This is also a myth, as prolonged exposure to the sun will cause sweating and oiliness, which can actually worsen the condition.
5. Another common myth is that if you keep your skin dry, you can stop acne from occurring. If you over dry your face, your oil glands, in response to your feedback mechanism, will produce more oil. Excessively dried out skin, along with increased oil production, can clog the pores leading to acne formation.
6. Once teenagers start having acne, their parents think that it is normal and will go away on its own accord. They do not consider it important enough to be treated. On the other hand the child may be suffering from low self-esteem and lack of confidence because of his/ her appearance.
7. People expect overnight improvement in their acne. It normally takes a few (6-12) weeks to show results.

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