ANOTHER 10 TIPS THAT CAN HELP PREVENT ACNE

ANOTHER 10 TIPS THAT CAN HELP PREVENT ACNE

1, Wash your face twice a day with warm water and a gentle pH balanced facial wash or cleanser. Afterwards apply a moisturizer suitable for skin with acne.

2. Avoid touching your face with your fingers as this spreads bacteria and infection that causes the pores to become inflamed .

3. Eat a healthy, well balanced diet that contains fresh fruit and vegetables and avoid fatty or refined foods, junk food, peanuts, and cake which is high in sugar.

4. Drink at least eight glasses of water daily to eliminate unwanted toxins from the body 

5. Keep your hair clean by shampooing regularly and make sure that it is out of your face to prevent oil and dirt from clogging the pores 

6. If acne develops on your body, wear loose, cotton clothing that will allow the skin to breathe 

7. Never pop pimples as this will only lead to swelling and infection 

8. Always remove make-up before going to bed and choose noncomedogenic or nonacnegenic brands 

9. Stay out of the sun and when you go outside, wear a sunscreen 

10. Stop smoking as it can increase the signs of aging on the skin and worsens acne.

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TIPS THAT CAN HELP PREVENT ACNE

TIPS THAT CAN HELP PREVENT ACNE

Of all the skin afflictions, acne is the most common. It affects almost everyone from teenagers to adults even though it is mostly associated with the adolescence stage. It is known that both females and males are affected by acne.
Acne according to dermatologists ‘is a disorder resulting from the action of hormones and other substances on the skin’s oil glands (sebaceous glands) and hair follicles’. The sebaceous glands make an oily substance that is known as sebum. It empties onto the skin surface through an opening in the follicle called a pore. These factors lead to plugged pores and outbreaks of lesions commonly called pimples or zits.

There are different types of acne that can be seen on people. They include:

Comedo: A comedo is a basic lesion that is usually the beginning of acne. This comprises of the closed type (also known as whitehead) and the open type (also known as blackhead).

Papule: It is small and a large number of it has a ‘sandpaper’ feel when it is touched.

Pustule: It is fragile and may contain pus.

Macule: It is a temporary spot left by a healed acne lesion.

Cyst: It is larger than a pustule. It may be severely inflamed and very painful.

Nodule: It is usually inflamed, painful and can leave a scar after it has healed.
12 TIPS THAT CAN HELP PREVENT ACNE

If you follow these simple tips faithfully, you would get an acne free skin faster than you think and would be able to enjoy the life and beautiful skin that you have always wished for.

The tips are: 

1. Do not pick your acne: For no reason should you pick your acne. By picking your pimple you force back bacteria deeper into your skin leading to inflammation. This causes the production of more acne. Picking your pimple may also lead to a permanent scar that can be left behind as a reminder of the acne that was there.

2. Wash your face (or skin) once in the morning and evening (before you go to bed) but do not over wash your face. This can strip your face (or skin) of oil leading to excess production of it and hence increase the production of acne.

3. Don’t use harsh scrubs: Exfoliating is good because it removes the dead skin cells. However harsh scrubs would cause a lot of damage to your skin and aggravate your acne. It is okay to use scrubs with small, smooth grains and that are gentle.

4. Avoid Sun tanning: The sun may initially help your acne but later on it makes your acne worse. It would dry your skin causing your sebaceous glands to produce more oil leading to an acne breakout. If you cannot avoid being exposed to the sun, use an oil-free sunscreen with a Sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15 and is effective against UVA and UVB rays.

5. Do not use comedogenic or acnegenic make-up: When buying any make-up or any cosmetics, always select products that are non-acnegenic or non-comedogenic. Non-comedogenic or non-comedogenic products are those that do not cause acne flare ups. Do not use make-up while  exercising as the make-up would combine with sweat and cause you to have a breakout.

6. Drink lots of Water and eat lots of fruits and vegetables: Water would help hydrate your skin thereby giving you great looking  skin. Fruits and vegetables would help improve your immune system to help fight the bacteria causing acne.

7. When exercising, remember to wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing made of cotton. Don’t sit around in sweaty clothes and wet bathing suit after swimming. Remove the clothes and change into dry ones. Always shower immediately after exercising.

8. Sleep, it is very good for you. Having at least 7 hours of sleep would do wonders for your skin and physical well being. Having a healthy, well-rested body helps build a strong immune system which not only helps you prevent acne but fights infection too.

9. Wash your pillowcase often. You spend at least 7 hours a day sleeping with your face touching the pillow, so try to wash your pillowcase at least every week to prevent the exposure of your face to the bacteria that had caused previous acne.

10. Find the best acne treatment that works for you: There are a variety of treatment plans and I am positive that one would work for you. You should only stop if the treatment causes skin irritation or allergies. Stick to a safe treatment for about 2 or 3 months before concluding on the effectiveness of the product. Also remember that all acne treatments can treat all the types of acne so know the type of acne you have before
getting any acne treatment. If you are not sure, contact a dermatologist or your pharmacist.

11. Avoid use of greasy skin care products like cocoa butter; they will flare your acne.

12. Rough scrubbing with washcloths or exfoliating cleansers or cloths can cause flares .

Well that is 10 tips to help you prevent your acne and help reduce the amount of money you spend on acne treatments as the products would last for a longer period of time.  Here is wishing you a smooth ride in your quest to having acne free and beautiful skin.

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Acne - Home Remedies

Acne - Home Remedies

Acne is a skin disease caused by changes in the pilo-sebaceous units(the unit consists of the hair shaft, the hair follicle, the sebaceous gland which makes sebum, and the erector pili muscle which causes hair to stand up when it contracts) of a person. It usually strikes during adolescence but rarely continues till adulthood.

Commonly referred to as pimples, blemishes, spots and zits, acne lesions generally occur on the face, neck, chest, back, shoulders and upper arms. It may range from being mild and moderate to a severe form. While an increase in sex hormones, during puberty,  is the leading cause for acne, there are other factors as well that add to its occurrence. 

Remedies :- 
1. Mix equal quantities of glycerin, rose water and lime juice and store it in a bottle. Massage with this liquid daily on all the exposed parts of skin to get a glow in a very short time.

2. To get a glow on the skin, mix a little curd with radish juice and massage with this mixture daily.

3. To get a soft and glowing skin, squeeze the juice of a whole lime in a bucketful of warm or cold water and then bathe with it.

4. To cure any kind of old skin diseases apply bitter gourd juice on the skin, let it dry for few minutes and then take a bath.

5. To bring a glow, apply sesame seed oil daily.

6. To get a wrinkle free skin, apply cucumber juice, let it dry and then wash it off. To get a blemishes free skin, dry a few orange peel, make a powder and make a paste by mixing little rose water, apply this on face, let it dry, and then wash it off with cold water.

7. In cases where there are cracks  in legs and hands or even prickly heat, mix 1 portion of lemon juice with 3 parts of sesame oil or coconut oil and apply it to the affected parts.

8. To get a fairer and glowing skin, mix little water and ghee with gram flour and apply during bath, instead of soap.

9. In cases of scars left over after burns, apply coconut oil regularly over the scars.

To cure many skin diseases like irritation, boils and scars mix 20-22  gms  honey with cold water and drink it daily  in empty stomach.

10. To get a beautiful and glowing skin, mix water with which  rice has been washed;  with turmeric powder, apply just before bathing.

11. Apply malai (fresh cream) on the face half an hour before bathing, scrub it off with hands on drying and then wash it off to get a beautiful and glowing skin.

12. To make skin soft, scrub raw potato peel over the skin.

13. To unclog the pores and to get a glowing skin, scrub used lime peel for few minutes on the skin.

14. To get a fair and beautiful skin mix amla (Indian gooseberry) powder with turmeric powder and milk and apply it and wash it after drying. Repeat this process daily for a few months.

15. Boil 1  litre  of water till it reduces to half, and then mix equal quantities of glycerin and lime juice, mix thoroughly and store it in a bottle. Wash your face with this liquid 2-3 times in a day. It keeps your skin cool in the summer and prevents it from drying in winter.

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Acne - Remedies

Acne - Remedies

Acne is a skin disease caused by changes in the pilo-sebaceous units(the unit consists of the hair shaft, the hair follicle, the sebaceous gland which makes sebum, and the erector pili muscle which causes hair to stand up when it contracts) of a person. It usually strikes during adolescence but rarely continues till adulthood.
Commonly referred to as pimples, blemishes, spots and zits, acne lesions generally occur on the face, neck, chest, back, shoulders and upper arms. It may range from being mild and moderate to a severe form. While an increase in sex hormones, during puberty,  is the leading cause for acne, there are other factors as well that add to its occurrence.

Remedies :- 
1. Mix equal quantities of glycerin, rose water and lime juice and store it in a bottle. Massage with this liquid daily on all the exposed parts of skin to get a glow in a very short time.
2. To get a glow on the skin, mix a little curd with radish juice and massage with this mixture daily.
3. To get a soft and glowing skin, squeeze the juice of a whole lime in a bucketful of warm or cold water and then bathe with it.
4. To cure any kind of old skin diseases apply bitter gourd juice on the skin, let it dry for few minutes and then take a bath.
5. To bring a glow, apply sesame seed oil daily.
6. To get a wrinkle free skin, apply cucumber juice, let it dry and then wash it off.
To get a blemishes free skin, dry a few orange peel, make a powder and make a paste by mixing little rose water, apply this on face, let it dry, and then wash it off with cold water.
7. In cases where there are cracks  in legs and hands or even prickly heat, mix 1 portion of lemon juice with 3 parts of sesame oil or coconut oil and apply it to the affected parts.
8. To get a fairer and glowing skin, mix little water and ghee with gram flour and apply during bath, instead of soap.
9. In cases of scars left over after burns, apply coconut oil regularly over the scars. To cure many skin diseases like irritation, boils and scars mix 20-22  gms  honey with cold water and drink it daily  in empty stomach.
10. To get a beautiful and glowing skin, mix water with which  rice has been washed;  with turmeric powder, apply just before bathing.
11. Apply malai (fresh cream) on the face half an hour before bathing, scrub it off with hands on drying and then wash it off to get a beautiful and glowing skin.
12. To make skin soft, scrub raw potato peel over the skin.
13. To unclog the pores and to get a glowing skin, scrub used lime peel for few minutes on the skin.
14. To get a fair and beautiful skin mix amla (Indian gooseberry) powder with turmeric powder and milk and apply it and wash it after drying. Repeat this process daily for a few months.
15. Boil 1  litre  of water till it reduces to half, and then mix equal quantities of glycerin and lime juice, mix thoroughly and store it in a bottle. Wash your face with this liquid 2-3 times in a day. It keeps your skin cool in the summer and prevents it from drying in winter.

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