In most cases an acne treatment that worked for your friend may not work for you. It is very important to look at skin types, some people have extremely oily skin, while others may suffer from dry skin. Some people can treat acne by buying some over the counter products like Clearasil, or by using mild hypoallergenic soaps or face washes along with some sort of astringent, while others need to look at a complete acne regimen which should be used over time.

How do you know what is best for you

Many people will go and spend on the expense of a dermatologist, which is a good idea if you can afford one, while others will have to go by trial and error. However trial and error can become expensive, especially when trying different products, some products have to be used for more than thirty days before you can expect to see results.

Start Simple

Analyze your skin type, remember for the most part acne is caused by clogged pores from dirt and oil, if this is the case, try buying a facial wash or soap, usually these products are very inexpensive, be consistent and wash your face two to three times a day with the hypoallergenic soap, remember consistency is key when treating acne. If after a week or so yo do not see results, try building on that with some antiseptic face pads, there are many brands, including Noxzema, Clearasil and Propa PH which make a cleansing pad for acne.

With the above many people will find relief of acne, but for many others, simplicity may not be as effective and that’s when acne regimens come in to play.

Types of Acne treatment regimens

Many acne regimens come with two, three or more products that help cleanse and repair your skin and complexion, some acne regimens even include an herbal supplement to cleanse and treat your acne from the inside as well as using topical creams on the outside. Most acne products will have a description of how their acne treatment works and if its targeted for dry or oily skin.

Many acne treatments will go the extra mile, many of us have heard of Products such as Proactiv, Exposed skin care and Zenmed acne products that not only treat acne, but also aid in removing mild scars while treating your skins complexion, making it smoother and more vibrant. These products are more expensive but if you can afford it, it really is worth the money. In fact most of these products carry a money back guarantee, some offer a complete refund and others offer a refund on the unused product, so make sure you read the terms and conditions before making your purchase.

As you can see treating acne can be very simple and does not have to be expensive, the important thing is trying different products and you will eventually find the one that is right for you.