Hormonal changes in teenagers cause acne problems which is quite natural and this happens when a girl is transformed into a woman. This can be seen in girls from 10th standard onwards in schools to degree colleges. Girls fight with acne problems and are quite depressed due to the pain and appearance of their faces. During puberty, the oil glands start secreting excess sebum oil which gets blocked due to the outside pollution levels or products and makeup used causing bacteria in the glands. Once this bacteria formation happens and the gland is not purified the acne or pimple formation is surfaced on the skin and starts spreading on the cheeks, chin, forehead, and even nose. This kind of acne is also seen on the back of the torso region, chest, etc.
Common concerns: Black heads, white heads, milia, clogged pores, pustular acne, and cysts are common problems in teenagers which makes them quite depressed when not cured. Parents should be quite open to discussions with their children and make them understand that its curable and need to be treated immediately by a Dermatologist. Adgloskin clinics in multiple locations in south India and now even in the west zone of Pune and Thane are experts in treating teenager acne with various types of chemical peels and medications. Chemical peels are the best treatment for teenage acne issues. The glycolic peels purify the sebaceous gland and kill the bacteria formation. Glycolic peel is one of the best peels made from sugar cane juice extract which is an alpha hydroxyl acid peel. It comes in the strength of 20%, 35%, 50% & 70% strength. To undergo Glycolic peel services one should use a priming agent of 6% glycolic acid on the face to make the skin ready for the peels.
Glycolic peels are done every 15 days to cure the acne, the Doctor will start with 20% strength of the peel for 2 sessions and then switch over to 35%. All these are done after 7 days of priming agent application. The peel is been applied on the face and neck within a minute time and which will cause severe burning and itching tendencies but are bearable. On areas that are prone to frosting the Doctor will apply a Vaseline petroleum jelly to prevent the peel from entering the skin on those areas like open wounds, busted acnes, etc the peel is been neutralized after 3 mins time, and a cold compress is applied to give relief to the skin. Application of sunscreen is a must post the treatment and everyday application of sunscreen before stepping out is a must. Always remember to apply the sunscreen 15 to 20 minutes before stepping out.