Accutane - Best remedy for Acne

People with acne have sensitive skin. People using Accutane and Retin A (tretinoin) have even more sensitive skin. I have been battling cystic acne since my teens. Trust me, I Know! I had my first dermabrasion when I was in my late twenties, and I have had several acne scar laser treatments since then. My dermatologist back in Connecticut is a big fan of Exuviance products. I started using the restorative cream when I was on Accutane the first time in the 1980's.

Here I am 58 years old, and I am on it again. Ifyou know acne, you know there is no cure for cystic acne. I am just so

thankful that there is finally a treatment for cystic acne that I can benefit from. It was a number of years of silent suffering before Accutane was a solution for me since it has only been around since the early 1980's. There is no question that Accutane is not just the best acne medication for severe and cystic acne, but the only medication for severe and cystic acne. Now, let's get back on the subject of good make up. The restorative cream is meant for night time use, but my dermatologist, Dr. Barry Goldberg, Danbury, Ct. of Advanced Dermcare, suggested that I use it all the time. If you are a Retin-A user, or an Accutane user, or both, this product is an amazing moisturizer for that extra dryness that is an unpleasant side effect of both acne treatments.

The concealer is a bonus. It's not a miracle mask, but it tones down redness very nicely. Anyone with bad skin knows that less is better. The more stuff you pile on, the worse your skin looks. Because the concealer does not sit on top of your skin, it looks way better! Another option for "good makeup" is with the new mineral foundation that is so popular. I found that Raw Minerals Makeup worked best for me because of their colors. I have also used Bare

Escentual Minerals Makeup and have found it very light and covers nicely as well. What is good about the mineral foundation is that it is light and not cakey, so it doesn't make your skin stand out when you really want to hide it.

Remember, less is better!

Cystic acne, sometimes referred to as nodulocystic acne, is one of the most painful skin diseases. Many people refer to all forms of severe breakouts as being "cystic". However, this is a specific condition where sufferers develop severe blemishes that develop under the surface of the skin. It is also quite common for such sufferers to have nodules, which appear in the form of bumps or lumps under the skin and are much bigger than papules.

There are many different risk factors that are commonly associated with cystic acne. Age is certainly a major factor as it's most common among young males. Family history also potentially plays a role as this skin disease has proven to be passed down through family members. Those who had a family member suffering from the condition are much more likely to suffer themselves.

For the most part, cystic acne is caused by the same factors that commonly cause all other forms of the condition. For instance, dead skin cells located in hair follicles are a major cause. A larger than normal concentration of bacteria can eventually lead to this condition too. And oil glands that become overactive can also bring similar symptoms.

The good news is that there are several options available in terms of treatment for cystic acne sufferers. However, the condition almost always requires professional treatment, as a single method will not prove to be effective for all patients. That's why many will have to make several attempts until they can find a treatment that works well for them.

One option available is a surgical procedure to remove the infected matter from within the acne. There are also oral antibiotics and oral contraceptives for women that can be effective in some cases. Other treatment methods include Accutane and intralesional corticosteroid injections. All these have proven to be effective in relieving the symptoms commonly associated with cystic acne. However, the right treatment for you may depend on your specific condition as well as factors such as age and gender.