Pimples are a nightmare, whenever they make an appearance. And the strangest thing about these pimples is that they can come in unannounced, especially when you have a party or a date planned. While pimples and acne are almost a natural part of adolescence and growing up; the acne or pimple spots and scars may remain for a lifetime. There are many choices in pimples spots and acne treatment, which will be discussed here.
But it is necessary to know something about these pimples before discussing
about pimples spots and acne treatment.
What are the types of acne?
There are many types of acne and pimples spots like:
• Whiteheads.
• Papules.
• Nodules.
• Blackheads.
• Cysts.
What are the causes of acne?
The main cause for all types of acne is clogging of the pores in skin. The substance which is responsible for causing blockage of pores and subsequent acne is called sebum. Sebum is naturally produced by sebaceous glands and helps to keep the skin oily and prevents dryness. Secretion of sebum increases when there is elevation or surging of hormone levels. This explains why teenagers more commonly are affected by acne.
What is the aim of pimples spots and acne treatment?
Pimples spots and acne treatment should take care of the following:
• Prevent formation of any further spots.
• Anti inflammatory treatment to reduce the inflammation.
• Prevent the complication of acne, that is scarring and discoloration.
Some of the useful methods and measures for pimples spots and acne treatment are listed here:
• Cleaning and washing your face:
You are supposed to wash your face at least 2 times daily; once in the morning and once at night to prevent clogging of pores and to remove oil and debris that may cause acne
• Wash spot-areas using antibacterial face wash
Using face wash that contains Benzoyl peroxide has an antibacterial effect and helps your skin to get rid of the bacteria that cause acne. However benzyl peroxide may lead to some side effects like irritation and redness of the skin.
• Anti inflammatory treatment.
Using of antibacterial lotions or creams that contain compounds like azelaic acid, erythromycin or clindamycin.
• Using of oral antibiotic: in severe cases, you have to combine your treatment with oral antibiotics like tetracycline, and you should complete the course of treatment which may lasts for 7- 10 days .
• Vitamin A (retinoids) which have a great beneficial effect on acne
Natural or Home remedies for Pimples spots and acne treatment:
• Using a smooth mixture of rose water and sandal wood paste is a highly effective measure in Pimples spots and acne treatment
• Using a mixture of the juice of half a lime and ground gram flour is another wonderful home remedy for Pimples spots and acne treatment. The face pack can be washed off using some warm water to cleanse the skin thoroughly
• Steaming the face thoroughly for at least 5 -7 minutes, until your face breaks in to dripping sweat is a good routine that can be followed daily at bedtime. This steaming has to be followed by washing the face with cold and warm water alternatively.
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Good Luck and be sure to get rid of those spots and pimples
