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Which age group is mostly affected by acne and pimples

by www.dermaxime.com    

Nearly all of us suffer from a pimple, whitehead or blackhead during the age of 12 - 18 years regardless of sex, ethnic background or race.

Skin problems, or if we use the term acne loosely, is mostly found in teenagers and young adults in their 20s but it is not unusual for people to have problems into their 40s. 

A large portion of skin problems can be handled by over-the-counter acne medication or using a specialized skincare range - like Dermaxime Problem Skin Range - but some people require systemic medication (taken orally) and / or prescription based topical treatments in the form of creams or lotions.

The occurrence of acne can be further noted as follows:

• 73 - 85% in people between 12 - 24 years of age

• 6 - 8% in people between 25 - 34 years of age

• 2 - 4% in people over 35 years of age

Acne - when is medical help required

Although great results are obtained from non-medical and over-the-counter acne medication and specialized skincare products, like Dermaxime Problem Skin Range, you may be one of the unlucky few that does not react positively enough to such treatments, and the prescription medication, in the form of pills and/or creams and lotions may be called for.

Although some people would discuss acne problems with their normal medical practitioner, we would recommend that you consult with a skin specialist - a dermatologist, to look at your problem.

Some prescription medication, specially some systemic medication, has some very negative side effects and must be closely monitored not to cause liver damage and a range of other problems.