Acne Myths

Acne is curable :
The truth is that there is no cure for acne yet. This is probably because the exact causes of acne are not yet fully understood. All treatment for acne revolved around prevention. With the correct products and skin care, acne is certainly preventable. However, none of this treatment will get rid of acne once and for all, and are required to be used on a continuous basis.

Sun is great for acne :
Sun may temporarily mask your acne, tighten up pores, or dry up the oil glands. However, the sun will also damage your follicular walls, hence clogging your pores. This will result in more acne that may not surface for 3-4 weeks after your sun exposure.

Masturbation and sexual intercourse cause acne :
Wrong !! It may reduce your stress levels and therefore eliminate the aggravating effect stress has on once acne.

Pizza, chocolate, and othe junk food make me break out :
A small population of individuals ( perhaps less than 2%) may have food allergies that bring on acne. However, for the most part a balanced diet is important for a healthy body and therefore promote healthty skin. Iodine is one ingredient though that some individuals may experience breakouts. So just be safe and check if iodine in your diet causes your problems.