Living with acne and blemishes? Dr. Timothy Abrahamson at Greater Des Moines Dermatology in Urbandale, IA is the dermatologist to have on your side.

Guide to Acne, Blemishes, and Clear Skin

 If you’re looking to improve the appearance of your skin but fighting acne and blemishes, you might feel your endeavor is a hopeless one. Fortunately, that is not true. Our dermatologist Dr. Abrahamson and our team at Greater Des Moines Dermatology in Urbandale, IA put together this short guide to help.

Acne

 You have tiny holes in your skin, which are known as hair follicles. Attached to your follicles are sebaceous oil glands that keep the skin and hair lubricated with sebum.

Sometimes, these glands produce more sebum than is necessary. It then mixes with debris, dead skin cells, and more to block the hair follicles, which causes acne.

Blemishes

 Blemishes are, in short, any mark, discoloration, or spot on the skin. Typically, these include blackheads, rashes, age spots, birthmarks, hyperpigmentation, and more. They can be any type of flaw on the skin, but the term is most commonly used to describe whiteheads, blackheads, and acne scars.

Clear Skin

 It can seem impossible to have clear skin when faced with acne and blemishes, but it’s not. These issues are often caused by various factors, including but not limited to:

• Hormonal fluctuations
• Sun exposure
• Medications
• Skin infections
• Using the wrong cosmetics
• Stress
• Lack of or poor hygiene
• Lacking nutrition

 These are all things that can be addressed. Dr. Abrahamson can help you achieve clear skin. This will require gathering medical information, as well as information on medications you are taking, lifestyle factors, and more. From there the culprit or culprits can be identified.

Treatment will require addressing the underlying cause, which can vary among individuals. For some, this means stopping or changing medications. It can also mean improving your diet, exercising regularly, managing your stress, developing a proper hygiene routine, and limiting your sun exposure.

In addition to lifestyle adjustments, your dermatologist can recommend the best skin care products for your needs and skin. In some cases, you might need prescription products to clear acne and blemishes. Our dermatologist will discuss the best options for your needs.

It’s time to achieve the look you desire. Call (515) 243-8676 to schedule an appointment with dermatologist Dr. Abrahamson and our team at Greater Des Moines Dermatology in Urbandale, IA today.