Acne at any level should be taken very seriously, especially by teenagers. Moderate to severe scarring can become a problem in teenagers with untreated acne. In turn, the scars left behind can cause emotional pain and discomfort in social situations.

Your skin is the largest organ of your body. It protects and covers the body, is waterproof, bacteria proof, and it self-repairs when it is injured. Your skin, hair and nails are a reflection of your state of health. Skin is repairable, but is not replaceable, so take care of the skin you're in.

Expert opinions differ drastically depending upon what you read or hear. While one expert may believe diet plays a large role in people with skin problems, another may say that diet does not contribute at all. I am a registered esthetician in the State of California and I believe that diet does play a major role in how skin behaves. You must eat a balanced diet in order for your body to function properly. The old adage "you are what you eat" is true in my opinion.

Even doctors who believe that diet does not affect skin believe it is a good idea to avoid chocolate, French fries, or other food if it appears to keep your acne in check.

Our bodies must process everything we eat. All waste is not eliminated in the same manner and many things are eliminated through our skin. Take garlic for example. If you eat a meal that is chock full of garlic, the next day the scent of garlic can often be smelled on your skin. Brewers Yeast is another example. Brewers Yeast is a rich source of the B-complex vitamins, which tend to have a very strong scent. Many doctors and pharmacists recommend taking this product in high quantities during summer to avoid mosquito bites. B-vitamins are water soluble, so anything your body does not use will be eliminated through your skin or in your urine. Even though you will not be able to detect the scent on your skin, mosquitoes have a keen sense of smell and they will stay off you because it. These two items are perfect examples of our body eliminating through our skin. In the same manner, many other foods can affect our bodies in the same way.