Acne is one the most common skin conditions. Fortunately, at YourPharmacy we offer plenty of Pharmacy only and Prescription Only Gels and Creams.
Acne is one the most common skin conditions. Fortunately, at YourPharmacy we offer plenty of Pharmacy only and Prescription Only Gels and Creams.
Strength – 5% Benzoyl Peroxide
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Strength – 0.1% Adapalene
Available in 45g or 60g
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Strength – 0.1% Adapalene
Available in 45g or 60g
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Strength – 0.1% Adapalene / 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide
Available in 45g or 60g
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Strength – 0.3% Adapalene / 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide
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Strength – 20% Azelaic Acid
Available in 30g
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Strength – 1% Clindamycin, 3% Benzoyl Peroxide
Available in 30g or 60g
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Strength – 1% Clindamycin, 5% Benzoyl Peroxide
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Acne is a skin condition that happens when hair follicles (tiny openings in your skin where hair grows) get clogged with oil, dead skin cells, and sometimes bacteria. This creates pimples, blackheads, or cysts that usually appear on the face, back, chest, and shoulders.
Here’s a breakdown of what’s happening:
Skin Oil (Sebum): Your skin naturally produces oil (called sebum) to keep it moisturized. Sometimes, your body makes too much oil, especially during puberty or hormonal changes. This excess oil can clog pores.
Clogged Pores: When the oil mixes with dead skin cells and gets trapped in a pore, it can form a plug. This blocked pore becomes a breeding ground for bacteria.
Bacteria: The bacteria that naturally live on your skin, like Propionibacterium acnes, can multiply in these clogged pores, causing inflammation and redness. This leads to the formation of pimples, blackheads, or cysts.
Types of Acne:
Causes: Acne can be triggered by several factors:
Acne is caused by several factors. Excess oil production from the sebaceous glands can clog pores. Dead skin cells and oil buildup in the pores can lead to blockages. Bacteria can grow in these clogged pores, causing inflammation. Hormonal changes, such as those during puberty, menstruation, or pregnancy, can increase oil production. Stress can also trigger acne. Certain foods, like dairy or greasy foods, may contribute to breakouts. Genetics can play a role, as acne tends to run in families. Additionally, some medications can worsen acne.
Acne can be caused by genetics because if your parents had acne, you’re more likely to develop it too. Inherited traits can affect how your skin produces oil, how easily your pores clog, and how your body responds to bacteria, all of which can lead to acne.
Hormonal changes can trigger acne by increasing oil production in the skin. During puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, or while using birth control, hormone levels fluctuate, leading to clogged pores and breakouts.
Certain medical conditions can contribute to acne by affecting hormone levels or increasing oil production. Conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), which causes hormonal imbalances, and other endocrine disorders can lead to more frequent or severe acne breakouts.
Some medications can trigger acne as a side effect. Drugs like corticosteroids, certain birth control pills, and medications that affect hormone levels can increase oil production or cause skin changes, leading to clogged pores and breakouts.
Several treatment options are available for managing acne, including:
Pharmacy-Only Medications:
Prescription-Only Medications:
Topical Retinoids (e.g., Tretinoin, Adapalene): These compounds promote skin cell turnover and prevent pore clogging. They are typically applied once daily before bedtime.
Topical Antibiotics (e.g., Clindamycin, Erythromycin): These reduce bacterial growth and inflammation on the skin.
Oral Antibiotics (e.g., Lymecycline, Doxycycline, Minocycline): These are prescribed for moderate to severe acne to reduce bacteria and inflammation from within the body.
Combined Oral Contraceptives: Certain birth control pills can regulate hormones that trigger acne in women by reducing oil production.
Oral Retinoids (e.g., Isotretinoin): Reserved for severe acne unresponsive to other treatments, isotretinoin significantly reduces oil production and prevents pore clogging. Due to potential serious side effects, it is prescribed under strict medical supervision.