When it comes to acne treatment, it is very important to keep your goals specific and realistic. Below are some important factors to consider when choosing your acne treatment.
Before Acne Treatment
Understand the type of acne that you have
Understand your treatment options
Discuss treatment options with your doctor and set realistic goals for your treatment
Acne Treatment Goals
To control existing acne
To prevent new acne from forming and developing
To treat existing scars and to minimize the chance of new scars forming
Facts and considerations about Acne Treatment
Acne treatment is effective, safe, and recommended for most types of acne
Acne can be damaging psychologically, and this warrants consideration
Early treatment can help prevent acne scarring from occurring
Acne treatment will require patience—don’t expect acne to disappear immediately
Compliance is critical with any treatment regimen
For some medications, acne can worsen before improvement occurs
Women have other acne treatment options such as birth control pills
It is always important to discuss potential benefits as well as drawbacks with your doctor
