Acne, anti-acne therapies and epidermal barrier functions: The role of adjuvant treatments

摘要: Introduction Acne is the most common skin disease affecting up to 80% of both male and female adolescents. There are several different medications for treatment acne, topical systemic. Despite fact that drugs could be used acne treatment, lesions complete cure often very difficult achieve. One important problem which considered as a major or relevant cause this limited therapeutic success low patient adherence specific treatments and/or recommendations from dermatologist. The aim critical review was discuss role acne. Discussion in particular oral retinoids can alter barrier function treated patients. Several therapies treat induce epidermis changes altering normal physiological function. These alterations responsible mechanisms causing side effects manifesting Even if these transient they frequent reason interrupting stopping by patient. An effective strategy should based on simple therapy scheme taking into account holistic approach with adjuvant products preserve Acne, anti-acne epidermal functions: