Although there are many safe and effective over-the-counter and prescription medications for the treatment of acne, getting rid ot acne takes time and so, while the medication is doing its work, a lot of people want to conceal their spots as much as they can.
Having said this, it can be argued that since this is a condition that affects approximately 85% of the population between the ages of about twelve and twenty-four you shouldn't worry about trying to cover it up at all because we almost all go through it. Nonetheless, you try telling that to a youngster who is going out on that crucial first date.
Women tend to suffer more because, like it or not, they are judged more on their looks. However, they are also fortunate enough to have a ready-made answer in the form of makeup.
Normal makeup can cause problems and, although it will cover up your pimples, it can also aggravate the underlying condition. The solution here is therefore to use makeup that is formulated for use with acne and this means makeup which is labeled as 'non-comedogenic'. If that sounds like a strange term it is derived from the word 'comedone' which is the scientific name for the blackheads and whiteheads accompanying certain mild forms of acne.
You need to begin by looking for a concealer which can be dabbed onto acne spots using a disposable sponge. You have to be careful though in using a concealer and use just as much as you need and no more.
Next it is on to a foundation which is very good at blending the tones of your skin and which again needs to be used sparingly but enough to achieve an even color overall. Foundation is not only very good for covering your acne spots but, because it is less reflective than your skin itself, it also softens out the shadows and lessens the contrast produced by the bumps that accompany acne.
Finally, a light application of powder can also assist in further evening out color tones, reducing shadows and eliminating contrast.
But what about the men? There are two approaches here. First, you can follow the women and apply makeup and you will discover that there is makeup available these days that is specifically formulated to be used by men. If, however, you feel that this is not for you then the second approach is to use one of the range of treatments that contain acne covering compounds to help cure the condition and hide its appearance at the same time.
It would be great if we had an acne cream treatment that get rid of acne fast but at present this is a somewhat slow process and so, until we have some products and treatments that get rid of acne quickly, finding effective ways to conceal the problem will continue to be important for many sufferers.
