What Is Acne Vulgaris?
Acne vulgaris is a common condition in black skin. For some it’s a serious flaw in maintaining beautiful black skin. Pimples, whiteheads, blackheads and cystic acne are all a part of acne vulgaris and can affect the face, upper part of the chest, and the back.
Acne vulgaris can range from mild to severely anti-inflammatory. The good news is before seeking the help of a dermatologist, there other resources at your disposal.
Here are some classic articles that address caring for black skin troubled with acne vulgaris
(You’ll find a number of related articles as well):
Getting to the Root of Acne Prone Skin
Discover The Cause of Your Acne With Face Mapping - Acne is often the result of internal issues. This article sheds some light on it
Prophylactic vs. Therapeutic Acne Care - Preventing acne is event more important than treating it. This post explains the difference between the two.
To Mask or To Peel - This article helps you decide what type of facial to use so that your acne is not further irritated.
Understanding Adult Acne and Hormones - An attempt to explain the role hormones play in adult onset acne (coming soon)
Acne Breakouts: Is Your Hair The Culprit? - sometimes it’s the overlooked that irritates or causes acne. Could it be your hair? (coming soon)
How to Treat Acne With Food
Fighting Acne With Diet Changes - another look at how your skin is affected by what’s going on internally (coming soon)
Foods to Help Acne - specific foods that can improve the condition (coming soon)
The Connection Between Acne Vulgaris and Oily Skin
5 Warning Signs Your Skin is Producing Too Much Oil – common things to look for in your appearance that lead to acne
Controlling Oily Skin in The Summer
7 Reasons to Say No to Oil Cleansing
Treating Acne with Specialty Products
Murad Anti-Acne Product Review
3 Ways to Get Rid of Blackheads Fast
This list of articles is just the beginning of an extensive resource on helping you to treat/prevent acne vulgaris.
Below you’ll find a list of care regimens specifically for women of color (including one for Acne Prone skin):
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