When it comes to medical conditions that have a whirlwind of myths surrounding them, the only thing that might just top the common cold is acne. The facts and the fiction tend to swirl together, making it very difficult for a person who is dealing with acne problems to determine the best route to take to tackle this very visible, very embarrassing condition.

There are all kinds of chemicals and medications on the market that profess to help combat acne. While some of these work wonders for acne sufferers, others just don`t do much more than dry out the skin. Since acne is a very individualized condition with the root causes varying between people, it makes sense that the cures are pretty subjective, as well.

For millions of people around the world, acne rears its' ugly head often and with a vengeance. Teenagers are at the highest risk, with 70 percent of them affected with these unattractive and painful blemishes. Clear, glowing skin, free of acne is what we want.

Psychological trauma can also result from acne. Some people experience a loss of self esteem and general depression over the fact that their appearance is far from perfect.

No one wants to go through life with a red, ruddy face that makes a person look like they`ve just come in from the cold. But, for those who suffer from acne rosacea this is a fact of life. This condition, just like its somewhat similar namesake, can be a nightmare for sufferers to combat and an embarrassment along the way.

Dealing with acne rosacea first requires a bit of understanding about the condition.