Acne Treatment Tips for Men from Our Dermatologist

If you’re fed up with the constant fight against acne breakouts, you’re not alone. Our dermatologist at Metro Dermatology wants to be your ally in the fight against one of the most common skin ailments. And we know that being a man can present some unique challenges for finding definitive acne treatment. Read on for some tips and trick in acne care from Metro Dermatology, and don’t forget, you can always schedule an appointment with us to discuss a treatment plan specific to your skin.
Shaving and Acne
Shaving can be both therapeutic and relaxing. Whether it’s the process and routine, or the clean fresh feeling after you’re finished, most men enjoy shaving. However, shaving can pose some specific problems for your skin, especially when it comes to acne. While the process of shaving is pretty simple, you may be surprised to learn that how you shave can be a big factor in generating acne flare-ups. Acne is caused when the pores on your skin get clogged with debris, skin oils, and bacteria. Usually, it’s the bacteria the causes the inflammation and the pain. The mere act of shaving takes the oils, debris, and bacteria, and distributes them across your skin as you go. This is normal. But there are a few things you can do to prevent or reduce the chances of clogging your pores during this process.
Change your razor every week: A fresh razor is sharper, and a sharper razor carries less bacteria.
Wash your face before you shave.
Apply products with Steric Acid on your skin after you shave.
If you feel like you need more specific information, or if you continue to have reoccurring acne from shaving, our dermatologist would be happy to help.
Beards, Oily Skin, and Acne
You may not know that your facial hair actually increases the number of natural oils on your skin. While for most men this might not be a problem. For some, it can be the cause of frequent reoccurring acne. If this is you, you don’t have to shave off your beard just to solve the acne issue. Moreover, even if you don’t have a beard or facial hair, a dermatologist can prescribe you a combination of facial washes and topical medicines to help reduce your breakouts overall.
Acne Scarring and Laser Treatments
If you’re a man, you may not have considered laser treatment for your acne or acne scarring before. Laser treatment at Metro Dermatology targets the most common acne-causing bacteria and reduces the total number living on your skin reducing the chance if breakouts. Laser treatment can also help reduce the visibility of acne scarring. A combination of special lights and lasers stimulate the skin to promote the natural healing of scarring eliminating or minimizing their visibility on the surface of the skin.
Our dermatologist can help you get your acne and acne scarring under control. With a little information and a specialized plan curated to your skin type, you can finally have the clear skin you desire and stop dealing with recurring breakouts. Metro Dermatology is conveniently located in Elmhurst, NY. Contact us today to schedule your consultation!