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Are Alcohol Products Good for Acne?

Thursday, September 10, 2009
Related Tags: acne | alcohol | mild | skin | bacteria
 

Instructions

History

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    Acne dates back to Egyptian times. Their writings say that the pharaohs at that time suffered from acne. However, it was the Greeks that came up with name "acne."

Types

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    Acne can be anywhere from mild to severe. Over-the-counter products that include alcohol are only for mild cases. Severe cases of acne should be dealt with by a dermatologist.

Benefits

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    Alcohol works as an antimicrobial agent. It attacks the bacteria that the acne creates and kills it.

Misconceptions

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    If you have acne, you may have been advised not to use products with alcohol, because it can remove the top layer of your skin. Alcohol, when used correctly, will kill bacteria that makes acne worse.

Warning

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    Alcohol should not be overused, since it can dry out your skin. Alcohol is usually found in toners for oily skin. Only use alcohol if your case is mild.

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