Acne and Indian Adults
Persistent and Late onset acne is common in women. Age : mean age is 30yrs but it can persist beyond 40 and most of the patients have stress. Prevalence of adult acne is increasing. Precipitating factors are No 1. Cosmetics, especially Fairness creams, foundation creams, CC cream, BB creams, Concealers, Hair oils, Facials, cleanups, comedogenic Antiageing creams etc No 2. Food plays an important role in aggravating acne. Dairy products like whole milk, skimmed milk, pasteurized milk, yogurt, ice cream etc Saturated & Trans fat like Butter, cheese, cream, Fast food, French fries etc Whey products Oily food Meat especially Red meat High glycemic carbohydrates like sugar, sweets, soft drinks, pizza, pasta, wheat bread, wheat rolls, corn flakes etc Chocolate Alcohol consumption Smoking Excessive intake of tea and coffee. No 3. Hormonal and Family factors. No 4. Air pollution No 5. Intake of certain medications like bi...