Cold showers can do SO much for the body.
But according to dermatologists, cold showers for acne don’t do much.
In theory, cold showers could help with that last bit.
Inflammatory cells are needed to do things like fight infections.
These inflammatory cells trigger an inflammatory response which gives acne lesions their characteristic red and angry appearance.
And to really address the inflammation with cold, you likely need something way more intense than a shower.
board-certified dermatologist based in New York City
That is, as they say, a horse of a different color, she says.
But, they also wont make the issue worse.
Both derms recommend antiseptic benzoyl peroxide, exfoliating alpha and beta-hydroxy acids, and cell-turnover-inducing retinoids.
Both are retinoids (aka vitamin-A derivatives), and adapalene is stronger than retinol but weaker than tretinoin.
Adapalene is what dermatologists used for years for sensitive-skin acne, she says.
Differin is fine if you have sensitive skin, just use it three times a week with aceramide-based moisturizer.
Differin Adapalene Gel $14.00
If OTC options arent cutting it, head to a board-certified dermatologist.
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