Can acne be covered with makeup?

Written by Liu Gang
Dermatology
Updated on December 10, 2024
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Acne is related to vigorous sebaceous gland secretion, consumption of spicy and stimulating food, or frequent staying up late. It is a condition where, during the secretion process of the sebaceous glands, the follicle openings become blocked, leading to an accumulation of secretion locally. This is compounded by an infection of Propionibacterium acnes on the skin surface. During the treatment of acne, try to avoid makeup, especially oily makeup products that can clog pores, as these may exacerbate the condition or cause it to recur. Once this condition occurs, it is advisable to seek standard treatment at a dermatology department in a reputable hospital. Treatment can include oral and topical medications, combined with red and blue light therapy. Avoid picking or scratching the acne, as this can lead to scarring or hyperpigmentation later on.

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The causes of acne on the face.

The causes of acne development on the face stem from various factors, including oily skin type, poor diet, and lifestyle habits, as well as abnormal keratinization of the epithelium of the follicular sebaceous gland ducts combined with inflammatory reactions, and more, which can form inflammatory changes. These manifest as inflammatory papules, pustules, nodules, cysts, and so on. In everyday life, it is recommended to avoid spicy, stimulating, and high-calorie foods, and provide anti-inflammatory treatment to improve abnormal keratinization and other symptomatic treatments. Medications such as Tanshinone IIA sulfonate capsules, Doxycycline Hydrochloride Capsules, Vitamin B6 tablets, Antishutong tablets, and Nicotinamide tablets can be taken orally. Topical treatments like Clindamycin Phosphate Gel can be applied to affected skin areas. (Medication use should be under the guidance of a physician.)

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How to treat acne?

Acne is related to several factors including excessive secretion of sebum, consumption of spicy and stimulating foods, frequent staying up late, familial inheritance, and internal hormone levels. There are various treatment methods for this condition, which primarily depend on the individual's age. Treatment can be challenging during adolescence. If it is post-adolescence, treatment tends to be relatively easier. The most common treatment approach involves oral and topical anti-inflammatory medications, and it's effective to combine these with red and blue light therapy at a formal hospital for faster results. Traditional Chinese medicine facial masks can also be used to reduce local inflammation and decrease sebum secretion. However, acne tends to recur, particularly in adolescents. It is crucial for patients to avoid spicy and stimulating foods, not stay up late, and regularly exercise to reduce adverse hormone levels in the body. (Medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor based on specific circumstances.)

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Can acne scars heal by themselves?

Generally, scars formed from acne are impossible to heal naturally. Most acne scars are due to improper or untimely treatment, or scars formed from infection due to squeezing or scratching during the treatment process. These scars do not heal by themselves, and common topical medications are not particularly effective in repairing them. Generally, treatment is needed from a dermatology department in a formal hospital. If the scar is not particularly noticeable, fractional laser treatment can be used for repair. If there is significant hypertrophic scar tissue, local medication injections can be used for treatment, but they can't completely remove the scar, only temporarily shrink and soften it. Therefore, it is essential to follow proper treatment protocols during acne treatment to avoid scratching or squeezing and prevent scarring.

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Is acne the same as pimples?

Acne is a medical term, commonly known as pimples or acne. These two are the same disease, caused by the infection of Propionibacterium acnes, and are related to one's own active sebaceous glands, eating spicy and stimulating food, or frequently staying up late. Once diagnosed with this condition, it is important to receive systematic and formal treatment to prevent recurrence. Treatment can include oral and topical medications from a dermatology department in a formal hospital, and combining this with red and blue light therapy may yield better results. Avoid scratching or popping the acne, as this can lead to scarring or pits. After recovery, it is crucial to maintain a proper diet and lifestyle over the long term, avoiding staying up late and consuming spicy and stimulating foods to prevent the condition from recurring.

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Is it effective to use toothpaste on acne?

Acne is related to excessive sebum secretion, consumption of spicy and irritating foods, or frequent staying up late. Generally, it is a disease caused by Propionibacterium acnes infection. Commonly used toothpaste applied externally is ineffective as it cannot remove the Propionibacterium acnes on the acne surface. Once identified, it is still necessary to seek formal treatment at the dermatology department of regular hospitals. Oral medications combined with external use and phototherapy treatments such as red and blue light can improve the condition more quickly. After recovery, it is crucial to avoid spicy and irritating foods long-term, try not to stay up late, avoid anxiety and stress, and refrain from improperly using cosmetics that can clog pores. Regularizing diet, lifestyle habits, and enhancing exercise can help prevent recurrence significantly.