Q: How can I calm down my summer acne flare ups and blemishes? DR. KARTONO’S ANSWER: Summer is a popular time for outdoor activities, family gatherings, and wedding events. With that comes the need to look and feel your best. So, what to do when acne flares up? How can we prevent such flares and how can we rescue quickly when these things happen? Your dermatologist is trained to guide you in treatment of acne flares. The success rate of the treatment of acne depends on several variables: your skin type, skin color, how sensitive you are to drying out, if you have insurance coverage for prescription medications, and how long of a time frame do we have to create improvement? The cornerstone of acne management often requires a combination of daily topicals that are antimicrobials, or retinoids, or exfoliation agents to help unclog the pores and Dr. Francisca Kartono, DO Board Certified Dermatologist
keep them clear. In addition, we can speed up the results by adding optional skin treatments such as facials or chemical peels. To rescue a severe outbreak, sometimes a prescription oral medication or skin injections can help. What always helps is to use a good sunscreen to reduce the duration of your blemishes and hyperpigmentation, and only use oil-free, gentle, fragrance free topicals as part of your skincare routine.
If you are in need of acne management, acne scar treatment, or skin strategies, schedule your one-on-one appointment with board certified dermatologist, Dr. Kartono at MI Skin Center (248) 963-5915 or info@ drkartono.com.
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