1. What is Vitamin B5?

 most commonly called pantothenic acid

 member of the B-complex family of vitamins first researched in the 1930-1940s as a required growth factor for many kinds of organisms, including yeasts, birds, and rodents.

 name of the vitamin comes from the Greek word pantos, meaning “everywhere.” Vitamin B5 is almost universal present in nature – including in virtually all types of food.

 In its metabolically active form, vitamin B5 gets combined with another small, sulfur-containing molecule to form coenzyme A (or simply, CoA). This conversion allows vitamin B5 to participate in a wide variety of chemical reactions.

2. What is the function of Vitamin B5?

Regulation of skin oil

B5 helps regulate oil by helping with the metabolism of fats in the body, and in the skin. oฌnce the fats are metabolized, they no longer need to be excreted through the sebaceous glands.

Release of Energy from Carbohydrates and Fats

When found in its CoA form, vitamin B5 plays a pivotal role in helping release energy from sugars, starches, and fats. Increased levels of vitamin B5 in the blood of marathon runners, for example, has led to interest in this vitamin as a potential aid in physical training, where sustained energy release from the mitochondria is critical. For this reason, vitamin B5 has been reported to aid weight loss.

Production of fats

While the CoA form of vitamin B5 is important for releasing energy stored as fat, it is equally important for the creation of fat. Two basic types of fats – fatty acids and cholesterol (both essential to a healthy body) – both require the CoA form of B5 for their synthesis.

Changing the shape and function of proteins

Sometimes it is important for the body to make small chemical changes in the shape of cell proteins. One way for cells to accomplish this task is by attaching a special chemical group, called an acetyl group, to the proteins. Vitamin B5, in the form of CoA, can be used to help acetylate proteins, thereby protecting them from chemical breakdown. This process is especially well-researched in relationship to the body’s adrenal glands, where stress-related hormone production requires participation of vitamin B5.

3. What are deficiency symptoms for Vitamin B5?

 Fatigue

 Listlessness

 sensations of weakness

 “burning foot syndrome” – numbness and tingling, together with burning and shooting pain in the feet

4. What are toxicity symptoms for Vitamin B5?

 At very high supplemental doses of 2 or more grams per day, intake of vitamin B5 can cause mild diarrhea.

 Lower doses of this vitamin (in the 500 milligram range) have also been used to treat constipation due to this association with diarrhea.

 Other than temporary diarrhea at high does of vitamin B5, no other toxicity symptoms have been reported in literature. Thus, no Tolerable Upper Limit (UL) was established by the Institute of Medicine at the National Academy of Sciences in its 1998 public health recommendations for vitamin B5.

5. How do cooking, storage, or processing affect Vitamin B5?

 Pantothenic acid is relatively unstable in food, and significant amounts of this vitamin can be lost through cooking, freezing, and commercial processing.

 Research on frozen foods has shown a loss of 21-70% for vitamin B5 in animal products (like meats), and similar losses for processed grains (like cereal grains) and canned vegetables.

 Fruits and fruit juices lose 7-50% of their vitamin B5 during processing and packaging.

6. What factors might contribute to a deficiency of Vitamin B5?

 poor dietary intake

 digestive problems – proper digestion is required to release vitamin B5 from the CoA form and allow it to be absorbed into the body from the small intestine.

7. What medications affect Vitamin B5?

No detrimental drug reactions have been reported for vitamin B5.

8. How do other nutrients interact with Vitamin B5?

In animal studies, vitamins B12, folate, and biotin are required for proper use of vitamin B5 in the body’s biochemical pathways. In addition, vitamin C appears to help prevent B5 deficiency.

9. What health conditions require special emphasis on Vitamin B5?

Vitamin B5 may play a role in the prevention and/or treatment of the following health conditions:

•Acne
•Excess skin oil or overactive oil glands
•Adrenal insufficiency
•”Burning foot” syndrome
•Cataracts
•Chronic fatigue syndrome
•General fatigue
•Hyperlipidemia (high levels of fat in the blood)
•Osteoarthritis
•Rheumatoid arthritis

10. What forms of Vitamin B5 are found in dietary supplements?

Common forms are Pantothenic acid and calcium-D-pantothenate.

11. Good sources of Vitamin B5

Crimini mushrooms, raw
Cauliflower, boiled
Broccoli, steamed
Calf’s liver, braised
Turnip greens, cooked
Sunflower seeds, raw
Tomato, ripe
Strawberries
Grapefruit
Yogurt, low-fat
Egg, whole, boiled
Winter squash, baked, cubes
Collard greens, boiled
Swiss chard, boiled
Corn, yellow, cooked

A Social Mess

The upsetting aspects of acne usually include the troubles people have with a social setting. If you are too afraid to face the public due to some acne issues, then you are going to miss out on many things throughout your life. This is a horrible time for you to be a teenager, if you are actually suffering from acne related issues. While there are many great products on the market, you need to actually find one that will work for you. With different skin chemistry, and various levels of oil levels in skin it can be very difficult for you to find a medication that works for several people at once. You will most often find that people will try several different products until they settle with one that works the way they need it too.

Learn From Others

If you are trying to deal with the upsetting aspects of acne, then you are going to want to see what others before you are doing in order to find relief. With products such as Clearasil on the market, the one spot touch up treatment is something that is becoming quite common. There are various forms of this medication on the market, and knowing which one is best for you and your skin will take some time. What others are finding success with, may or may not be what you could use for yourself. Everyone is different and so too is the skin of each individual person dealing with the acne itself. While the medication that others use may be something to check into, do not be surprised if this is simply something that will not be your savior. Trial and error will be the course that you have to take, in order to find the right medicine for your skin.

You Are Not Alone

It is very important to note that you are not alone when it comes to the upsetting aspects of acne. There are many things that you will find in common with someone else that suffers through it. If you find a group of people that suffer from acne, and band together you stand a good chance at finding something to help. This support network is something that will allow you to not only get out and socialize comfortably, but you will all be looking for help in the common area.

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Cosmelan is available in packs of different creams, which allow you to use on your own after an initial treatment with your physician. After the skin has been evaluated, the skin is cleansed with aqua and an acetone containing product. Immediately following the skin cleansing, Cosmelan 1 is applied to the face. The mask will be left on for a total of 4-8 hours, depending on you skin type. The mask is then removed with water and a neutral cleanser after you have gone home. Continual use of the creams will then be used from home, applying about 2-3 times a day for the first two weeks, then once a day from that point on. Your physician will recommend daily use to see best results.

Although there might be minor side effects following the first treatment, your skin should feel nothing more than a little bit of redness and minor burning and itching. Skin blemishes should start to disappear within the first week after starting the treatment. However, the darker the skin, the longer it will take for the spots to disappear.

Cosmelan should not be combined with any other treatments, as it will not guarantee results. Other advantages are; effective in the treatment of melasma, rapid results, non invasive and painless, can be applied throughout the year, effective for individuals with acne scars and red skin blemishes, does not contain chemicals, and is very safe and effective.

The procedure is costly but much cheaper than if you were to pursue a surgical treatment.
In most cases, the disappearance of the blemishes improves by 95%. Results should start to surface just after on week of being treated with Cosmelan. Your skin color, tone and texture will begin to improve.

If somehow you miss a day for application, it is OK, but the product is most effective when used on a daily basis, and should be incorporated into your lifestyle in order to find the best results possible. Cosmelan can be applied year round, so there is no need to worry about any bad timing. Your skin should be able to absorb the changes and improve dramatically during the appropriate time frame of your choosing.

Cosmelan is a temporary solution and must be used regularly in order to avoid skin blemishes all together. When it is not being used, it is wise to use sun block to counter anymore unwanted blemishes. The overall package price ranges from $600-$800./pbr
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Neem is a natural insect repellent and is a recommended treatment for many ailments and disease (including acne, eczema, psoriasis, head lice, thrush athletes foot). Neem is the most heavily researched herbal remedy in India where it is considered one of the very bitter herbs.

Neem tree products are associated with many agricultural and medicinal uses. It has been used for thousands of years to protect grain from insects in its native countries. The oil has also been used for controlling insects in many others ways. It surrounds and suffocates mites, whiteflies, aphids and other types of soft bodied insects on contact. The range of insects affected by Neem extracts are impressive and includes beetles, flies, mosquitoes, caterpillars, true bugs, locusts and grasshoppers, aphids, weevils, moths, and roaches.

In addition to its insecticidal properties, traditional Ayurvedic lore holds that Neem has incredible ability to restore and maintain healthy function of the body in a number of ways. Products can be produced from the trees that are helpful in alleviating tiredness and help maintain oral health, including healthy gums.

Taking Neem internally also helps keep skin, hair and nails healthy. Scientific research today validates many of the traditional uses of Neem Oil. It is used to treat bacterial, fungal, and viral infections, boost the immune system, and for many specific health problems. With its numerous anti-bacterial, antifungal, and anti-viral properties it has applications for dozens of human health uses including use in the treatment of malaria, chicken pox, small pox, fever, psoriasis, asthma, parasites, measles, as a contraceptive agent, and many other uses. One of the most powerful blood purifiers and detoxifiers in Ayurvedic usage, Neem is often used to maintain healthy skin.

Neem oil is useful for skin care such as acne, and keeping skin elasticity. It is used for preparing cosmetics (soap, shampoo, balms and creams). Skin problems in general: dry skin, wrinkles, dandruff, itchy scalp as well as other conditions can be effectively resolved by the use of soaps, lotions, and creams, containing Neem leaf extracts and oil. Neem has shown an almost magical effect on chronic skin conditions that often fail to
respond with classical medical treatments.

Neems anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties have been well known for centuries and find extensive application today in soaps, shampoos and other skin formulations. Neem has a purifying and clarifying effect, drawing out excess oil and smoothing out blemishes, so its wonderful for persons with Kapha (earth or water predominant) skin. It is also soothing for dry, irritated skin when combined with aloe vera or rose water.

Extracts of the bark and twigs have been used to treat fevers, thirst, sickness and vomiting. Several extracts of Neem have recently been patented by US companies, and many farmers are incensed at what they regard as intellectual piracy. Though, the FDA has not approved Neem extracts as an acceptable compound in medicine, Neem is manufactured into many health and beauty care products from the leaves, oils and extracts of the tree.

After the tree overcame some initial resistance, it has started to be used on a commercial basis and now, Neem finds immense use in a number of products in industries ranging from cosmetics to agriculture, from pharmaceuticals to Ayurveda.

According to Ayurveda, herbs are taken in combination with other herbs to neutralize the toxicity of one herb with the opposing effect of the other or to enhance the particular effect of one herb with the help of other. In the ancient system of Ayurveda when an excess of one taste causes a disease the opposite taste is introduced into the diet with herbs and food to reduce the imbalance. Neem being very bitter was often used to treat diabetes in Ayurveda. Traditionally Ayurveda has recommended the use of Neem leaf, seed, and bark, for reducing arthritic pain and inflammation and for halting the progression of the disease as well. Consult a practitioner of Ayurveda or other expert in the use of botanicals for guidance in appropriate indications and products.

So we can see that Neem is strongly antiseptic, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and an ideal natural insect repellent as well as an (organic) bio-pesticide. Neem is an alternative solution to global issues in the environment providing Sustainable Organic Support. The make up of the tree is made up of about 40 different active compounds called tetranortriperpernoids, or more specifically, liminoids. Aside from its use in traditional Indian medicine the Neem tree is of great importance because it is hardy and can have anti-desertification properties in this respect and like all green plants as a good carbon dioxide sink. This tree for millennia, has been called in Sanskrit Sarva Roga Nivarini, the curer of all ailments, or in the Muslim tradition, Shajar-e-Mubarak, the blessed tree. Neem is an environmentalists guilt-free natural product.br
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After you have washed your face with a chemical free soap, use an applicator to dip into Scotty’s face cream or you favorite face cream. Place the cream on your face and spread it all around. Massage the cream into your face gently so the skin absorbs the oils in this cream.

These oils will seal the pores and hold the natural moisture of the skin and enhance the curing effects of the cream

You can use the cream 2-3 times a day. It is best to use it after you have cleaned your face in the morning and right before you go to bed. You can also use it during noontime.

You can use Scotty’s’ cream under your makeup or over your makeup. It will work either way. However, it will work better on a clean face.

You will notice that when you apply the cream it will tingle in areas without sores and may sting in areas of open sores. This will pass and as it does it should reduce the itchiness of any sores.

Scotty’s cream has allantoin, which will help to clear acne sores. The oils, vitamin A and E, and minerals in Scotty’s will help to feed, rebuild, and rejuvenate your skin. The minerals also help to neutralize the toxic acids that have contaminated and inflamed pores on your face.

During cleansing and fasting, more acid waste may come out of your pores. This is why Scotty’s cream will help you to reduce the inflammation and spread your acne.

Tree Tea Oil

To make Scotty’s cream or your own cream even more powerful, you can add 5-10 drops of pure tree tea oil to a two-ounce container. You can experiment with the amount to add. You may want to add more drops to provide more tea tree oil for your face. But, do not use more than 15 drops.

Tree tea oil has been found to be effective in various skin disorders. It acts as an antiseptic, antifungal, and antibacterial. This oil helps to bring oxygen to the skin cell, which kills bacteria and fungus and helps to repair damaged skin caused by acne.

Borage Oil

There is one more thing that you can add to Scotty’s face cream or your favorite acne cream that will boost its acne clearing power. This is borage oil. Borage oil contains EPA and DHA, which helps to control excessive hormones that cause the over production of sebum.

It is the adrenal glands that produce streams of androgens during puberty. These large quantities of androgens help to activate bone growth and assist in bringing forth sexual maturity.

A side effect of these androgens is the release of excess oil from the oil glands near the hair follicle. This excess gives rise to

? black heads
? white heads
? pimples
? cysts

So here’s what you can do to make your face cream even more effective,

? Mix one or two capsules of Borage oil into your cream
? Do this by cutting the tip off of the Borage oil softgel and squeeze the oil into the cream

There is a new form of EPA and DHA that is available in a product called Neptune Krill Oil (NKO)

Neptune Krill Oil (NKO)

NKO is the new EPA and DHA product, which maybe better to use than Borage Oil. NKO has the omega-3, EPA and DHA in the phospholipid form, which is easier for your cells to absorb compared with Borage oil. Borage oil contains the omega-3, EPA, and DHA in triglyceride form, which is more difficult for cells to absorb.

One other good property of NKO is that is does not have to be refrigerated like Borage. It can be kept in a cool place in your cabinets. However, it does cost more than Borage oil.

Word of Caution: As with all creams and oils, if you get any rash or skin reactions when using them, discontinue their use.

Use a good face cream to help clear your acne. You can boost the power of this cream by adding tree tea oil and borage or NKO oil.

Acne Vulgaris, commonly referred to as pimples, is an inflammatory disease of the skin. This condition is very common in puberty. As one reaches their early twenties, it either disappears or decreases. Acne begins because of the comedo, an enlarged hair follicle plugged with oil and bacteria. The comedo is invisible to the naked eye and is present beneath the surface of the skin. When it gets the right condition, it grows into an inflamed lesion. The oil produced from the skin helps bacteria to flourish within the swollen follicle.

Non-inflammatory acre are of two types – Closed comedo or white head, and Open comedo or black head. There are 4 types of inflammatory acne -

? Papule – It is the mildest form that appears on the skin as a small, firm pink bump.

? Pustule – They are small round lesions containing visible pus. They may appear red at the base and yellowish or whitish at the center.

? Nodule or Cyst – Large and painful, they are pus-filled lesions lodged deep within the skin. The nodules may persist for weeks or months with the contents hardening into a deep cyst. Both nodules and cysts often leave deep scars.

? Acne Conglobata – This severe bacterial infection develops mostly on the back, buttocks and chest.

The chief causes of acne are hormones like androgen, production of extra sebum, follicle fallout, bacteria and inflammation. For controlling acne, you can carry out the following steps -

? Avoid excessive washing of your skin. It can leave the healthy skin dry, thus irritating the acne prone areas. Over-washing may also stimulate extra oil production.

? Avoid alcohol products to tone your skin. Alcohol is a strong astringent that strips the top layer of the skin causing sebaceous glands to produce more oil.

? Do not squeeze or pick the acne with fingernails, pins or any other thing. It forces the bacteria deeper into the skin and often leaves a permanent acne scar.

? A wash is required after exercise. The heat and moisture trapped against the skin creates an ideal breeding ground for the spread of bacteria.

? Consume food rich in Vitamin A, Vitamin B-2, Vitamin B-3, Vitamin E and Zinc like eggs, nuts, liver, milk, fish and leafy green vegetables.

? Proper sleep and a life without stress and emotional anxiety can reduce acne.

? Wear little make-up while exercising. Avoid garments that are made exclusively with nylon.

Laser surgery is often used to reduce the scars left behind by acne. Treating acne with azelaic acid, salicylic acid, tropical retinoids and benzoyl peroxide is also common. A large number of people started trying herbal acne treatments over the traditional medications by using teas, oils and herbal creams.

Is acne making your social life hell? Is everybody giving you their valuable advice on how to get rid of acne? Have you tried and tested everything in the market without any success? Its time to do some research and find more about the products available and the effect they have on your skin. Acne is a very personal issue and any medication you undergo should be personalized according to your individual traits. Hence it is important that you find out few things like the type of your skin. If you have oily skin then you should use gel based products where as if your skin is dry then you should use an acne cream. If your skin is sensitive then you should avoid too strong products or your situation may worsen.
The main cause of acne, unlike popular belief is not dirt or dust where as it is either genetic or caused due hormonal changes like puberty. Acne can strike both boys and girls depending upon their genetic make up. Hence washing your face all the time may not be the solution rather washing two to three times a day with a mild cleanser may serve the purpose.
You can choose from natural or medicated medicines. Natural medicines are made of extracts of plants and naturally occurring substances. They are generally a blend of ingredients like Vitamin E, grape seed oil, calendula, aloe vera or witch hazel and essential oils. However even natural medication may be strong and it is a fact that should be kept in mind by people of sensitive skin.
Medicated medicines contain chemicals that dry up the pimple while acting as exfoliate. The chemicals used most commonly are benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid. The higher the percentage of chemical used, the stronger is the product. Higher concentration may harm your skin hence its important to choose wisely while applying any cream–be it medicated or natural.
Medication may be short term or prolonged depending upon your condition. But no matter what you use it is important to alert oneself in case of any reaction or allergies that a medicine may cause if it does not suit your skin. Using medicines without proper supervision may have adverse effect and may cost you much more time and money if permanent damage occurs. Hence it is best advised to be careful while using any kind of medication.
Stein Ove Stien is the manager of 1acne-treatment.com with Acne Blogs Guides and Acne Treatment Articles

Acne scars can have deep impact on a young person’s life. A teenage with acne scar can become anti-social and can become more self aware leading to self isolation. If you are a parent, it is important that you educate your children on how they can avoid acne scars. You will not only save money by avoiding expensive treatments needed to reduce acne scars but you will ensure that your child doesn’t get impacted by acne scars. The effect on a teenagers personality can be long term and very harmful.

Clean your skin and get rid of dead skin cells:

Clean your skin with mild cleanser like Aveeno acne bar. You don’t have to wash your face too often, just every night is fine. Excess washing can irritate your skin and can be harmful to your skin.

Remove dead skin cells by exfoliating, you can do that with a facial scrub couple of times a week. By keeping your skin clean and getting rid of dead skin cells, you will promote healthy growth your skin.

The makeups you use are very important:

Makeups that contain oil can clog pores. So look for makeup and sunscreen that don’t contain oil and are hypoallergenic. Also, you want use sunscreen when you are out in the sun. You want to use sunscreen that is specifically made for face care. Neutrogena carries good skin care products.

Number one medication for treating acne:

One of the best over the counter medication that has minimal side effects is Benzoyl Peroxide. It helps by healing acne pimples by killing bacteria and opening oil ducts.

Like any medication you don’t want to use more than necessary. So consider starting with more diluted solution, like 5 percent lotion. You want apply it on your pimple acne after washing your face and going to bed. If this doesn’t work you can consider applying it twice a day or a 10 percent solution.

Like any medication talk to pharmacist to get more information about the usage and be careful about reactions if you are using other medications or if you are skin is irritated. It is always good to see a dermatologist for your skin care needs.

Nancy Yelen

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Basic skins care for acne can help you control aggravation and stop scars to a certain extent. Please take the following care -

1. Do not pick acne. Trying to squeeze out blackheads or whiteheads may lead to further infection. Picking up acne at second stage may lead to scarring.

2. There is a misconception that excessive sweat or dirt can cause acne. In blackheads what you see black is not dirt but oxidized sebum. Please do not be harsh with your skin. That will aggravate the acne condition. Gently clean your face with mild soap or cleansers formulated to care for acne and warm water. Pat dry, do not rub.

3. Use noncomedogenic cosmetics and skin care products. Noncomedogenic products are certified to not cause or aggravate acne.

4. Protect your skin with sunscreens. Avoid getting tanned. If you are under treatment for acne, consult your doctor about sun exposure as some medicines make your skin more sensitive to sun.

5. Facials may aggravate your acne. Avoid any kind of facial if you have an acne outbreak.

6. Do you have the habit of touching your acne frequently? Avoid that. Also avoid any bangs coming on the forehead.

7. If you think that more than recommended dose of cream/lotions prescribed for your acne will cure acne faster, it is time to change your thinking. That may harm you rather than helping you.

8. Keep your face free of make up as much as possible. Let the skin breath fresh air. Acne prone skin needs fresh air.

9. Avoid using any oil or oil rich product for your hair. Use oil free hair care products. Oily hair may worsen your acne.

10. Do not get worried if your medication does not produce immediate result in treating acne. Consult your doctor and find out the time during which you would get relief from acne. Do not worry till then. Acne medication takes time to treat acne and produce clear skin.

This article is only for informative purposes. This article is not intended to be a medical advise and it is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your doctor for your medical concerns. Please follow any tip given in this article only after consulting your doctor. The author is not liable for any outcome or damage resulting from information obtained from this article.

The medical industry is awakening to the fact that looking good is not about self esteem or self image. Today, acne scars can limit every aspect of life from social acceptability to professional success in your job. Many of today’s new acne treatments correct damage by taking advantage of the skin’s regenerative properties, healing by using the epidermis’s ability to renew, grow, and stretch.

In the past acne scars were a pre-adult concern. Now, making use of information learned from the cosmetic industry, dermatologists are learning to use the skin’s ability to remain supple and wrinkle free. The same discoveries that enable adults to remain wrinkle free into their forties is used to prevent acnes and reduce scars.

Cosmetics and healthy living enable skin to remained healthy into the forties, it also remains susceptible to acne and acne scars. Now adults suffer from acne into their forties when aging skin looses its elasticity and regenerative powers, increasing the risk of acne scars.

To combat acne and scaring adults must understand acne and its causes.

Acne starts with one lesion: the comedo. This is an enlarged hair follicle plugged with oil, dead skin cells and bacteria.

The original pimple is invisible to the eye. The Comedones remains beneath the skin’s surface until the right conditions enable it to grow into the second level: an inflamed lesion.

As the skin produces more oil, bacteria growth accelerates. The surrounding skin becomes inflamed as the white blood cells fight against the infection.

The most important thing to understand is that there is no cure for acne. The best defense is a good preventative program, especially if acne has caused scares in the past, or in adults over twenty five years old.

Adults must also understand how their daily cleansing rituals and eating habits can aggravate acne. The most damaging product is facial soap. Most soap products contain ingredients that agitate the skin, perfumes that block pores, and abrasives that promote instead of prevent acne scars.

If acne scars exist, do not loose hope. There are several successful treatments. Each one deals with a specific type of acne scar.

There are three types of acne scars:

1.Ice-pick scars average 1-2 mm in diameter.

2.Rolling scars are caused by abnormal fibrous bands that distort the surface of the skin.

3.Boxcar scars measure appears similar to post chicken pox scars.

The type of acne scar defines the treatment. Any reputable program starts by preventing the formation of new pimples. A good program will work to improve photodamage in the skin, improving the skin’s ability to prevent scars.

Many new plastic surgery techniques battle acne scars. One notable technique is called Collagen Induction Therapy. This technique promises to help people even when other measures fail.
This treatment even offers hope to adults who carry pock-marks on their faces, or have severely scared faces from a serious case of acne.