The Effects of Topical Acne Products & Birth Control Pills on Photosensitivity

To ensure you are using the correct products to treat acne in Chico, California, please schedule an acne consultation by calling 530-680-2027

Many topical acne products as well as birth control pills cause photosensitivity (sensitivity to the sun/light). When used simultaneously, the outcome can do more harm than good if the proper precautions aren't taken.  This includes increasing your risk of skin cancer, premature aging, and set backs in getting clear. The best precaution is to avoid the sun. If this isn't possible, limit your sun exposure, wear hats, wear an SPF with at least 7% zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, reapply sunscreen every two hours, and where your sunscreen even on cloudy or rainy days. If you're unable to take these precautions, it is better to not use photosensitizing skin care products the day before and the day of sun exposure. In some cases, it is better not to use the acne product at all because the risks out weigh the benefits.

Best Acne Treatment in Chico

Treatment for adult acne in Chico, California is available through 916 Acne, Skin & Wellness Clinic. On average, it takes 12 to 16 weeks to get clear. Please visit our website to learn more about our acne treatment program as well as our long distance program for acne management. 530.680.2027

The best acne skin care regime is one that uses the least amount of products at the lowest concentration to get you clear and keep you clear. The only side effects of such a regime should be those that are harmless.  Keep in mind, that in order to get clear and stay clear, it is often necessary to use a complete skin care system - one that may consist of many steps. Often times, staying clear requires advancing to more aggressive topical products.  That being said, everyone is different, and while your friend requires benzoyle peroxide at 2% to get clear, you may require benzoyle peroxide at 10% to achieve the same result. The best course of action is to find an acne doctor or an acne specialist that will provide you with a comprehensive consultation in order to cover the diverse aspects that underlie your acneic condition. Time is key here...  Time to build trust with your practitioner. Time to learn new habits. Time to adapt to new products. Time for your skin to heal. When you get discouraged, just remember... how much time you will save when you don't have to wear make-up anymore, when you don't spend an hour in front of the mirror every night picking, or when you don't cry yourself to sleep because you were too embarrassed to go to the movies with your friends. Yes, time is the key that will turn the lock to a new way of experiencing life!