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7. People with acne are dirty and don't wash enough. Acne is
result of a build up of oil, dead skin cells and bacteria in a closed pore. Dirt isn't even a factor
8. Acne is only an external issue or surface deep so people shouldn't make such a big thing out of it, In reality, yes, it basically is only on your skin (and underneath
surface a little bit). However effects of acne run much deeper. More than 50 percent of those suffering acne report negative comments from members of society, regardless of whether or not there was any scarring left for others to see afterwards. This can result in depression and low self-esteem which is harmful not only short-term but over a person's lifetime.
9. There is a cure for acne Although there is no cure, there are many treatments available that do a great job. Prevention is
best medicine;" and there is no need to suffer in silence with all
options available on
market today.
10.If you suffer with acne you should not use moisturizers or other make-up products on your face Today there are many noncomedogenic cosmetics out there specially formulated to NOT clog your pores.

Kim is a Registered Nurse working for a large Hospital Trust in the UK,
She can be found at http://www.acne-and-you.com and http://www.nursing-hints.com