Abstract

ACNE VULGARIS: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE FOR PREVENTION AND TREATMENT

Sejal Bankar*, Sadhana R. Shahi, Aarti Jadhav and Runali Sutar

ABSTRACT

Acne vulgaris, commonly known as acne, is a widespread skin disorder that primarily affects adolescents and young adults. Acne Vulgaris is a widespread, chronic inflammatory condition of the pilosebaceous follicles. Acne is not fatal, but depending on its severity, it can leave the current review, we have included various factors for acne and their treatment explained. Main body of the abstract: Acne’s pathophysiology involves four important factors: excessive sebum production, hyperkeratinization of pilosebaceous follicles, hyperproliferation of propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes), and inflammation. Identifying both inflammatory (Papule, pustule, nodule, and cyst) and non-inflammatory (Blackheads, white heads) acne lesions is necessary for diagnosing and treating acne vulgaris.In this review, traditional therapy approaches such as topical (i.e., retinoids and antibiotics), systemic (i.e., retinoids, antibiotics, and hormonal), and physical therapies are briefly discussed. In addition, we highlight the issues posed by P. acne’s resistance to the antibiotics used in commercially available medications and the necessity for novel therapeutic techniques.

Keywords: Acne Vulgaris, Inflammatory and Non- Inflammatory lesions, Chinese Face Mapping, Combination Therapy, Acne Patches, Laser light Treatment, Natural Remedies.