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Different Ways to Get Rid of Acne

Posted in Health on October 1st, 2010 by Jim – Comments Off

Acne is known to be the primary concern for adolescents nowadays. Nevertheless, this kind of problem is easy and can be treated right away. With enough knowledge and proper application, one doesn’t have to worry about acne. There are lots of information and advice you can get on how to get rid of acne. This article will try to summarize and simplify some of these ways.

Ways to get rid of acne can be categorized into three different types. You can have home remedies, natural remedies and medical treatments.

Home remedies, as the name says, are methods that can be done at home. To be effective with this type of acne remedy, one has to be familiar with the reasons why he is suffering from acne. Acne usually occurs during adolescence. Hormonal activities can be a factor for having acne. Imbalance of estrogen and progesterone can cause excessive secretion of oils that can cause acne. Women do excrete more oils and they are prone to acne during hormonal activities like puberty, menopause, pregnancy and menstrual period.

Home remedies focuses on basic do’s and don’ts that you can do at home. It is all about your lifestyle, your habit and vices. It is about your choices of food, too. Vegetables and fruits are the best food intake you must consider. There should also be sufficient water intake to keep body hydrated. It is also about your stress levels, do not deprive yourself of good rest at the end of the day and try to be stress-free. It is also about avoiding environmental toxins like dust and dirt. Always make sure to wash your hands often and take a bath at least twice a day.

Natural remedies make use of natural herbs in healing acne. These make use of the herbs that are available in your locality. Some of the herbs that are known to be effective in curing acne are green teas, basil, sandalwood, and licorice. Apple paste, cinnamon and honey are good in erasing acne marks, too. This type of medication has fewer side effects and is less expensive. These are all natural remedies, making them very safe.

Another way to get rid of acne is by medical treatments. Your dermatologist may advise you to take the medication orally or you may also be provided with ointments and creams for skin surface application. There are also cases where your physician will advise you to undergo device-aided operations to magically clear up your skin from acne and erase acne scars. This is known to be the quickest and most effective, but is the most expensive type of acne treatment. Finally, your dermatologist can also give you some very good skin care tips.

You don’t have to worry about your acne anymore. There are so many ways to get rid of acne and there are a lot of people who are more than willing to help you.

How To Get Rid Of Back Acne

Posted in Health on May 8th, 2010 by Jim – Comments Off

When most people think of acne, they think of breakouts on the face.  However many people have an acne on another part of the body and although this acne is easier to cover up, it is just as much of a nuisance as face acne.  The acne I am talking about occurs on the back.  Fortunately, like there are many ways to control and heal face acne, there are many ways to control and heal it on this part of the body as well as well.  Here are some tips on how to rid back acne:

  1. First of all, always keep your back clean.  It is the hardest-to-reach place on your body and therefore the hardest to clean.  Use a long-handled scrubbing brush with a gentle acne cleanser every day.  It is especially important to wash after working out or doing any strenuous activity that may have caused you to sweat.
  2. A couple of times a week, use an exfoliating scrub to remove dead skin cells.
  3. Aloe Vera has long been known to be a cure for acne and other skin disorders.  Rub some on before bed or first thing after you get out of the shower.
  4. Tea Tree oil is a natural anti-fungal and antiseptic and is also good at clearing up acne.
  5. Drink plenty of water to flush toxins out of the system so they don’t come out in the skin.
  6. Make sure you get enough fiber which also helps to flush toxins out of the system.
  7. Eat a healthy that included fresh fruits and vegetables.
  8. Never pick or squeeze pimples on the back as this will make the acne worse and cause scarring.

These are some of the main homemade acne remedies that will help get you started to having clearer skin on your back once and for all!

Dealing with Bad Adult Acne

Posted in Beauty on April 13th, 2010 by Jim – Comments Off

If you are an adult suffering from acne, take heart, you are not unique. Acne affects over 80% of people growing up but unfortunately not everyone grows out of it. In fact some adults have recurring cases of bad acne which leads them to think that they are unique. The truth is, some experts estimate that about 25% of those aged between 20 and 60 suffer from adult breakouts at some point.

Causes of Adult Acne

The sebaceous glands located in the skin produce an oily substance called sebum. Sebum clogs skin pores and when this mixes with acne causing bacteria and dead skin cells, causes inflammation of the pore. An imbalance of androgen (male) and estrogen (female) hormones are also known to cause acne. In women, breakouts can happen while they are pregnant, or while they are undergoing perimenopause and menopause. The use of oil based cosmetics is also known to be cause of breakout.

General Treatment for Adult Acne

There are several types of treatment for adult acne. A variety of treatment is often applied and sometimes a variety of trials may be required to find the most effective solution for an individual. If you are unsure of which type of treatment to use, or the solutions you’ve applied haven’t worked, get expert advice. As an example, it is not advisable to apply medication for adolescents as they are designed for generally oily skin and might make things worse for adults who have generally dry skin. Listed below are some general types of treatment for adult acne.

Cleansers: Use gentle cleansers. Using products or medications that contain granules can be abrasive to the skin. The one thing you want to avoid is irritating your skin even more with these types of products.

Creams and lotions: Using Retinol products cleans the skins pores. Benzoyl peroxide is also very popular for cleansing and is effective in killing bacteria. Products with salicylic acid are also quite popular and effective for controlling acne scars.

Prescription medications: There are topical and orally taken antibiotics that help fight acne causing bacteria located in the skin. Some blood pressure drugs also help by balancing hormones, if this is found to be the cause of acne breakouts.

Laser solutions: Laser treatment is effective however they can be quite costly. Laser treatment targets scars and can kill bacteria very effectively. Laser treatment is often the last choice of patients because of the cost involved thus it is best to first explore other options.

A Preventive Regimen

Maintain a clean face through a regular washing regimen. Wash your face two times a day with a mild facial cleanser. If your face is too dry, use lukewarm water. Use a soft washcloth if available to avoid skin irritation, otherwise use your hands.

The next time you have a breakout, understanding the causes, treatment and prevention of adult acne as discussed above provides you with the right approach.