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A debilitating skin condition, acne affects approximately 85% of people between the ages of 12 and 25 years old with recent studies showing the rise in adult acne especially pertaining to women. The onset of acne can be classified into the three groups: preadolescent, adolescent, and post-adolescent. There are also two subtypes of adult acne that are recognised as persistent and late onset. Persistent is that of the adult who also suffered acne in adolescence and then continues to have a relapse at times into adulthood whereas late onset adult acne affects people over 25 years old with no previous history of the condition. Regardless of age and frequency, all acne is hormonal and is formed due to increased sebum production and thickening, retention hyperkeratosis meaning a thickening of the outer layer of the skin without natural exfoliation occurring and bacterial growth and inflammation.
Acne Vulgaris can be classified into 4 stages:
1. Comedonal Acne: Blackheads (comedones) and congestion without pustular breakouts or redness and inflammation. This stage of acne can affect the entire face however is predominately seen around the jaw, lower cheeks and chin sometimes extending to the forehead.
2. Papulopustular Acne: Pustular breakouts with inflammation and redness surrounding the infections.
3. Nodulocystic Acne: A severe form of acne affecting the face and neck characterised by cysts and extreme inflammation, redness and pain which typically resolves with scarring.
4. Acne Conglobata or Fulminans: Similar types of acne presenting with extremely painful cysts that affect the face, neck and back and they can be ulcerated and covered with crusts. Generally speaking, this stage
All 4 stages of acne are suitable for the use of these Neurocosmedics essentials, while results timeframe will vary dependent on the stage of the acne, the hormonal imbalance and the overall health of the client or consumer. Seeking expert advice on internal supplementation support is also recommended if you are experiencing any of the stages of acne as this may help accelerate and further results.
