Residents of the Lipetsk region dispelled popular myths about acne

Tyumen dermatovenerologist Oksana Kushnirenko dispelled the main misconceptions that prevent the treatment of acne. Recommendations of a specialist of the regional skin and venereological dispensary were published in the publication “Komsomolskaya Pravda Tyumen”.

The expert noted that a direct link between rashes and fatty foods has not been proven, and strong restrictions in food without a doctor's prescription are meaningless. Attempts to squeeze out acne on their own only aggravate inflammation, lead to scarring and pigment spots.

The dermatologist also recalled that acne occurs after 25 years due to hormones or genetics, and attempts to “wash” the skin with frequent washing and scrubs only destroy the protective barrier. Instead, problem skin requires gentle cleansing twice a day and non-comedogenic moisturization.