Archive for the 'Acne' Category

Facts about Benzoyl peroxide acne treatment

Monday, June 18th, 2007

by: Michelle P James
Benzoyl peroxide is used to treat mild to moderate acne, and is only used externally
Benzoyl peroxide medication is available in many preperations such as creams, lotions or gels that are usually applied once or twice a day to the acne affected area. A small amount is applied to the affected area and […]

Acne- what causes it?

Tuesday, May 15th, 2007

Here is a quick introduction on how acne forms.
Acne is caused by the over production of hormones in the body that control the production of sebaceous glands. Sebaceous glands are glands under the skin that produce oil called sebum. Hormones tell these sebaceous glands to over produce oil or sebum. These glands are part of […]