Dr. Edward F. Group III, DC, Ph.D, ND, DACBN Acne is an annoying skin condition that affects people of all age, gender, and race. The scientific name for the condition is acne vulgaris because acne usually strikes in plainly perceptible locations such as the face, neck, chest and back. Acne is an age old problem that has likely been plaguing people for centuries. But there are numerous treatment methods ready for this bothersome condition. Read on to learn more about acne, and what you can do to treat it. Who Gets Acne? Acne usually begins around the time of puberty. More than eighty percent of teenagers and preteens will develop acne to some extent. It affects both males and females, but boys are more possible to have severe acne and to have acne that continues into adulthood. What Causes Acne? Acne can be caused by a number of factors. Contact with an oily substance such as mineral oil, parsley-like oil, or petroleum is a common cause of acne, as is the use of definite medication, steroids, on the protective pill. However, acne is most often cause by the secretion of androgens. Androgens are sex hormones that are initially secreted at the onset of puberty. Acne is also caused by ingesting a lot of colorful meat, milk, sugar and albescent flour. They are male hormones but they are secreted by females as well. Androgens stimulate the production of oil from the skin's oil glands. Acne occurs when these oil glands become overactive and the exit from the gland is blocked, causing the oil to build up in the gland and swell. A bacteria called Propionibacterium acnes normally colonizes this unhealthy gland causing the development of inflammation and pus. In particularly severe cases, the glands may burst into the skin and produce cysts. How Should I Treat My Acne? Over ninety percent of acne patients respond to treatment, although the treatment may need to be continued for months or flat years. Here are a hardly a common treatment methods that can be used for acne. Cleaning the intestinal Tract: Acne can be a by-product of a filthy intestinal tract and colon. In most cases when the colon is clean the acne will go away. I recommend the intestinal cleanser Oxy-Powder. Other remedies include the skin rejuvenation program including 3 products: Oxy-Skin, Oxy-Zap and a vehement Aloe Vera concentrate available at www.acne-answers.org. Remedies: Herbs much as chamomile, lavender, juniper, bergamot, dandelion root, and burdock root can be used to reduce toxicity and improve the general condition of the skin. Echinacea and poke root are often used for their anti-inflammatory properties and red clover may be beneficial for its estrogenic action. Complementary Treatment Acupuncture: Stagnant of Chi in the channels of the face is said to be the cause of acne. Acupuncture performed on these points of the face may help relieve acne. Homeopathy: For patients with pustules and blind boils, especially on the face, neck, and back, may be helped by Kali brom. Selenium is often used for acne sufferers with oily skin, blackheads, and pustules. And hepar sulph. Is typically used for patients who suffer from pustules that are painful and filled with chromatic pus. Conventional Treatment Medication: formal acne medications may be topical- applied directly to the skin-, or they may be systemic- taken internally. Dr. Group heads the research and development division at http://www.acne-answers.org. About The Author Dr. Group, the founder/CEO and clinical director for the Global Healing Center, heads a research and development team producing advanced, new, unbleached health protocols and products. To learn more visit http://www.ghchealth.com. support@ghchealth.com