A Study Warns Against Multiple Adverse Effects of Acne Relapses

(Newswire.net — August 20, 2020) Orlando, FL — Health authorities warn against acne not just because of its high prevalence, but also its costs. In the United States, it has been found to result in over 3 billion dollars of cost in treatment and loss of productivity per year. 

It is further worth noting that in 2016, this skin condition has been found to affect 681.2 million people. The good news is that experts predict its prevalence may decline in between 2017 and 2026. This is due to the potential increase in the elderly population as well as the development of new treatments.

Experts note that 30 percent of those with acne rely on acne-fighting products and only 10 percent gets to see a dermatologist.

There are various treatments available nowadays for acne. However, despite the widespread use of these treatments, there are still many who end up suffering from the consequences of having this skin condition.

A study was published in the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology. It is worth mentioning this study was supported by La Roche-Posay Dermatological Laboratories.

In involved teenagers and adults suffering from acne who consulted their dermatologist. It has been found that there was an acne relapse rate of 44 percent.

The study findings have also revealed that acne relapses are significantly linked with impaired quality of life. They have even been found to be associated with productivity loss as well as absenteeism from work or school. 

According to senior author Dr. Charles Taieb, of the European Market Maintenance Assessment (EMMA), in France, this is the very first time we are able to demonstrate the impact of acne relapses on productivity and absenteeism.

Scientists continue to investigate on acne and the measures that could be helpful in fighting this skin health condition. Interestingly, some natural remedies like activated charcoal may be useful.

Activated charcoal has been found to exert varying mechanisms to fight this skin health issue. One is its ability to make pores smaller due to its ability to draw out impurities, dirt, and oil. Individuals who have oily skin may also benefit from the use of this natural remedy.

Today, there are actually many skin care products that contain activated charcoal. This natural remedy is widely used nowadays for various purposes. These include water filtration, teeth whitening, hangovers, and food poisoning. 

The good news is that there are supplements that could deliver its remarkable healing benefits. One is Purest Vantage Activated Charcoal, which is thought widely to be an extremely helpful source of this natural remedy (www.amazon.com/Pure-Organic-Activated-Charcoal-Capsules/dp/B01M0322EC).