The appearance of acne has long been not only a teenage problem. In adulthood, men and women, unfortunately, also find acne on their faces. This often causes self-doubt, which affects not only personal life, but also career. In the pharmacy there are various drugs, for example, "Baziron AS" (analogue). Cheaper and faster to buy a cream, and the rash will disappear in a couple of weeks, you think and are very mistaken. Read about the causes of acne and the most effective remedies in our review.
Why?
- Hormonal restructuring occurs in the body in several cases: during puberty, during the premenstrual period, due to the withdrawal of birth control pills and during pregnancy.
- Hormonal failure - disorders in the work of the adrenal glands, pituitary gland, male and female genital organs. In this case"Metrogil" or another analogue of "Baziron AS" (cheaper or more expensive - it doesn't matter) acts externally, but it cannot regulate the functioning of the endocrine system.
- Weakened immunity and stress. Due to overexertion, adrenaline is released, which in turn increases the production of the hormone androgen, which is the cause of acne.
- Heredity.
- Wrong care. Even he althy skin needs care, otherwise it is impossible to preserve beauty and youth. Peeling and facial cleansing were not invented for the sake of pumping money. These procedures are really necessary for our skin.
- Taking medication.
- Poor quality cosmetics. The cheaper the lipstick or face cream, the worse the composition. If there is lanolin or its derivatives in the list of ingredients, then its use will definitely cause clogging of pores.
- Our hands. You've heard a million times that you can't pop pimples on your own. This process must take place under sterile conditions, otherwise there is a risk of infection. Also, don't touch your face with your hands.
- Improper nutrition and diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. With a lack of amino acids or an excess of carbohydrates, the sebaceous glands can also produce too much sebum. Here is a short list of foods that are best avoided altogether:
- sweet and starchy;
- coffee with sugar;
- high-fat ice cream, milk and cheese;
- nuts;
- alcohol, carbonated drinks;
- chips and croutons.
Baziron AS
The most popular drug for the treatment of acne is "Baziron AS". Analogues in composition are presented on the market in small quantities, so it is the product of the French pharmaceutical company Galderma that is the most effective.
Gel "Baziron AS" is of three types, depending on the concentration of the active substance: 2.5%, 5% and 10%. The more severe the acne, the more benzoyl peroxide is needed in the gel.
It is very important that benzoyl peroxide acts locally. After applying the gel, the active ingredient turns into benzoic acid, which penetrates into the deeper layers of the skin. It is then absorbed into the blood vessels and excreted unchanged in the urine. In other words, there is no question of any cumulative effect or impact on the entire body.
Before taking the Baziron AS course, the instructions and the list of contraindications should be studied very carefully in order to avoid undesirable consequences, because buyers often write about an allergic reaction.
Jack of all trades
Talented marketers talk about the effect that no analogue of Baziron AS can compare with. You should not look for a cheaper drug, because the gel has a huge spectrum of action:
- treatment of acne, comedones and blackheads;
- antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effect;
- regulation of tissue nutrition;
- improve blood circulation andwound healing;
- reduction of fat content of the skin.
When conducting a treatment course, it is necessary to dose Baziron AS correctly. Instructions for use, customer reviews and recommendations from cosmetologists will help in the fight for he althy skin.
Strict control
There are several rules that must be strictly followed:
- The gel is applied once or twice a day on pre-cleansed and dry skin with a thin layer.
- Alcohol-based cosmetics should not be used during treatment.
- It is best to use Baziron AS for three months.
- The drug can be used both independently and in complex therapy for the treatment of moderate to severe acne.
- Avoid contact with mucous areas.
- Do not use the gel on damaged skin, and in case of irritation, stop using Baziron AS immediately.
Analogues are cheap, reviews of which also exist, have only partly similar composition and spectrum of action. However, their main difference is low efficiency. The cost of "Baziron AS" is on average 600-700 rubles. Other gels and ointments containing benzoyl peroxide as an active substance are sold at a higher price (Eclaran or Effezel). As for domestic pharmaceutical companies and the popularity of Baziron AS, no Russian equivalent has yet been created.
Ugresol
No less popular meansin the fight against acne, there is a lotion from the Canadian manufacturer Ugresol, which is analogous in composition to Baziron AS. Cheaper or more expensive? It is difficult to judge this, because it is almost impossible to find this drug on sale.
Customers note excellent cleansing and antibacterial effect. "Ugresol" effectively reduces the production of sebum and fights subcutaneous pimples at the ripening stage.
Dermatologists talk about "Ugresol" as a powerful remedy, before using which it is advisable to consult a doctor. During the course of treatment, dryness and flaking of the skin often occur - in this case, a good moisturizer will come in handy.
Search continues
We know it's wrong to talk about benzoyl peroxide alone as the only effective acne treatment. There are many drugs based on other active ingredients, which can also be considered as an analogue of Baziron AS. Reviews very often praise another drug from the company we already know Galderma.
Vitamin A, or retinoic acid, is also considered a good acne treatment. As part of the Differin preparation, the main ingredient is adapalene, a derivative of vitamin A. The product is available in two forms: cream and gel.
What can “Differin”:
- Cure acne.
- Get rid of blackheads.
- Hide scar marks.
- Reduce sebum production.
Sudden aggravation
Galderma experts recommend applying a thin layer to cleansed skin once a day beforesleep. Improvement in skin condition is guaranteed after three months, in rare cases, a positive effect is manifested in the first weeks of use.
Often, customers note deterioration: the number of acne increases, the skin begins to dry and peel off. Indeed, all this has a place to be, and a warning can be found in the instructions. The fact is that the skin needs to get used to the components of Differin. After the aggravation stage, which cannot be avoided, you will see noticeable improvements - you just need to be patient.
Metrogil
Oily seborrhea, rosacea, acne, eczema and seborrheic dermatitis - Metrogil based on metronidazole can cope with this. Quite often, doctors prescribe this particular analogue of "Baziron AS", cheaper than which is difficult to find. The cost of the drug ranges from 130-200 rubles.
Sometimes "Metrogil" is used in complex therapy. Except in cases of allergies, the gel does not cause dryness and discomfort. In addition, the instructions indicate that the drug is powerless if the cause of acne is a subcutaneous mite.
Reviews regarding this drug are quite contradictory. There are people whom Metrogil helped to cope with acne. However, most point to its uselessness. The gel is not suitable for the treatment of acne in the long term, because it can be addictive.
Opinion of a dermatologist
According to world standards, the first drugs for the treatmentacne are those that include vitamin A derivatives: Differin, Adaklin, Klenzit. Retinoids help regulate sebum production, boost collagen synthesis, and exfoliate the top layers of the skin. For mild acne, azelaic acid, zinc, and benzoyl peroxide (Baziron AS) may also be effective.
Instruction, analogue and list of active ingredients - it is important to understand the mechanism of action of drugs, but all information in our review is for informational purposes only. No authors of articles or advisers on numerous forums can prescribe you such funds, however, like you yourself. It is best to contact a qualified professional. Be careful when visiting paid clinics - often for their own benefit, doctors prescribe expensive drugs without the necessary tests and finding out the cause of such a skin condition.
“Differin”, “Metrogil”, “Baziron AS”, an analogue cheaper or more expensive - a self-chosen remedy can give a quick effect, but consultations with a dermatologist and a properly selected treatment complex with the further use of high-quality cosmetics.
