tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2579768842426671062023-03-23T02:40:06.335+05:30Acne CureUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger401125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-86112863438418970932010-02-16T23:42:00.000+05:302010-02-16T23:43:19.986+05:30Mint for AcnePeppermint is preferable to spearmint as a medicinal herb because it contains menthol. But if you can't find peppermint or aren't sure which type of mint they have at the market, use whatever is available. Peppermint is easy to grow in most climates; consider growing your own supply.<br />Crushed mint as an herbal acne remedy.<br />Method<br /><br /> * Take a handful of mint leaves and crush them thoroughly with a mortar and pestle.<br /> * Rub the leaves and juice on affected skin and leave for 5-10 minutes.<br /> * Rinse with cold water.<br /> * Repeat as often as desired to alleviate pain and inflammation.<br /><br />Why It Works<br /><br />Peppermint contains menthol which is a natural analgesic and anti-inflammatory.<br />Precautions<br /><br />Also, though a strong reaction is unlikely, do not continue this treatment if it irritates your skin.<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-28100256013441840302010-02-16T23:41:00.000+05:302010-02-16T23:42:33.239+05:30Oatmeal for AcneMethod<br /><br /> * Cook a single serving of plain oatmeal as you would for eating.<br /> * Add approximately ¼ cup honey and mix thoroughly.<br /> * Allow to cool.<br /> * Apply to face, avoiding the eye area.<br /> * Leave for 10-20 minutes. Do not leave it on too long or it will become difficult to remove.<br /><br />Why It Works<br /><br />The oatmeal cleanses pores by absorbing oil and exfoliating the skin. Honey eases application and serves as a skin toner.<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-90538885683153000532010-02-16T23:39:00.000+05:302010-02-19T16:44:56.569+05:30Best Acne TreatmentAcne<br />18 Remedies for Smoother Skin<br /><br />As you wipe the steam off your bathroom mirror, you find yourself face-to-face with a huge pink dot on the end of your nose. This is not a good way to begin the week.<br /><br />You give the mirror another wipe with your hand, then get up on your toes and lean over the sink to get a better look. It's there all right. But what's this? When you move your chin up to get a better view, you happen to glimpse a couple of whiteheads sprouting under your bottom lip.<br /><br />You don't like this at all. You place one knee up on the sink and press your face close to the mirror, and there, in the gully between your nose and cheek, you find a lone blackhead staring back at you.<br /><br />Stunned, you stumble back from the mirror. Sitting on the edge of the bathtub, you place your newly blemished face in your hands. Your thoughts drift back eons to a time of pimples and proms. Rocking back and forth, you wonder: What's going on here?<br /><br />The answer is simple enough: You have acne. Acne may be the scourge of the adolescent years, but it can follow some people into middle age and beyond. "Women can have flare-ups at 25 or 35 years old and even older. In fact, my mother was still breaking out when she was 62," says dermatologist James E. Fulton, Jr., M.D., Ph.D., founder of the Acne Research Institute in Newport Beach, California.<br /><br />Acne is really a catchall term for a variety of symptoms such as pimples, whiteheads, and blackheads, says Peter E. Pochi, M.D., professor of dermatology at Boston University School of Medicine. "It's a condition where the pores of the skin become clogged and the person gets inflamed and noninflamed lesions."<br /><br />So what's the cause of all the clogging?<br /><br />"Chocolate doesn't cause acne," says Dr. Fulton. "Dirty hair or skin doesn't cause it. Sex, either too much of it or a lack of it, doesn't cause it either."<br /><br />So what does? Heredity—at least for the most part.<br /><br />"Acne is genetic; it tends to run in families," says Dr. Fulton. "It is an inherited defect of your pores."<br />MEDICAL ALERT<br /><br />Accutane to the Rescue<br /><br />A huge pimple on the end of a nose can seem like a serious problem to the person connected to that nose. It may even seem serious to the people who find themselves staring at it when they talk to him. But acne can get much more serious than a simple blemish.<br /><br />Acne is classified in four grades, the first being a mild bout with a few whiteheads and blackheads. The fourth and most serious grade consists of many whiteheads, blackheads, pustules, nodules, and cysts. Grade four acne is often accompanied by severe inflammation that becomes red or purple. And it's a sign that you should see a dermatologist.<br /><br />Severe acne can result in permanent scarring if it isn't treated properly, says Peter E. Pochi, M.D. "The prescription drug Accutane will take care of severe acne very well."<br /><br />If both of your parents had acne, three out of four of your brothers and sisters will get it, too. But if your sister is pimple-free while your face is a war zone, be aware that other factors can aggravate an acne outbreak. "Stress, sun exposure, seasonal changes, and climate can precipitate an acne attack," says Dr. Fulton. Certain types of makeup and taking birth control pills can also cause a breakout.<br /><br />"Working women are especially vulnerable," adds Dr. Fulton. "They're prone to lots of stress, plus they tend to wear makeup a lot."<br /><br />So here's some blemish-free advice, keeping in mind those who need it the most.<br /><br />Change your makeup. In adult women, makeup is the major factor in acne outbreaks. "Oil-based makeup is the problem," says Dr. Fulton. "The pigments in foundation makeups, rouges, cleansing creams, or night moisturizers aren't the problem, and neither is the water in the products. It's just the oil. The oil is usually a derivative of fatty acids that are more potent than your own fatty acids. Use a non-oil-based makeup if you are prone to acne."<br />How Hollywood Hides Blemishes<br /><br />You think that tiny, little pimple on your face is unsightly? Well, imagine how you would feel if that pimple were, say, the size of a 30 gallon garbage can.<br /><br />That's the size it would appear to be if you were a star of the silver screen. Bette Davis's big, beautiful eyes would go unnoticed compared to the pimple on the tip of her nose if that pimple were allowed to remain in sight.<br /><br />Ah, but we never see pimples, whiteheads, or blackheads on the faces of the stars. And why is that? Don't these folks break out? "You bet they do," says Hollywood makeup artist Maurice Stein. "The difference is, they can't let their pimples or any other blemish show."<br /><br />Stein has been a makeup artist for over 25 years and he's touched up the famous faces in such movies as M*A*S*H, Funny Girl, and all five of the Planet of the Apes films.<br /><br />Guerrilla warfare is the only way you can fight the pimple that always sprouts at the wrong time. So here are a few combat tips from the trenches in Hollywood. Stein says he's used these on "some of the most expensive faces in the world."<br /><br />Go under cover. you can totally block out the discoloration, whether it's pink, red, or purple, according to Stein. To do that, "a person should look for a foundation makeup that has a high pigment level," he says. The more pigment per ounce, the better chance there is of putting the product on thin and still getting good coverage. "When I cover a pimple on an entertainer's face, I look for a pigment level of 50 to 70 percent. The normal range for most foundations is around 15 to 18 percent."<br /><br />Do a swatch test. You can't really tell the pigment level by looking at a product, but you can tell by sampling it. "Take a drop of it and rub it on your skin," suggests Stein. "If it's so solid in color that you can't see your own skin underneath it, then you know it has a high pigment level and will do well in covering your blemish."<br /><br />Read the labels. Cosmetic products that contain lanolins, isopropyl myristate, sodium lauryl sulfate, laureth-4, and D & C red dyes should also be avoided. Like oil, these ingredients are too rich for the skin.<br /><br />Rinse that rouge. "Wash your makeup off thoroughly every night," says Dr. Fulton. "Use a mild soap twice a day and make sure you rinse the soap entirely off your face. Rinsing six or seven times with fresh water should do it."<br />Fishing for a Cause?<br /><br />It may sound fishy, but if you are prone to acne, there is at least one doctor who believes that seafood and other foods containing iodine could bring on an attack.<br /><br />"Iodine is a factor in some people who are prone to acne," says James E. Fulton, Jr., M.D., Ph.D. " Iodine enters the body and mixes into the bloodstream, with the excess excreted through the oil glands. As it is excreted, it irritates the pores and brings on an acne flare-up."<br /><br />If you've been fishing around for a clue to the cause of your acne, here's a table of some foods and beverages and the amount, in parts per million, of iodides that they contain.<br /><br />Dr. Fulton does not currently know at what level the iodides could bring on an acne attack, but he warns that "excessive long-term ingestion can induce acne attacks."<br />Food/Beverage Iodides (ppm)<br />Dairy Products<br />Cheddar cheese spread 27<br />Butter 26<br />Homogenized Milk 11<br />Sour cream 7<br />Cottage cheese 5<br />Yogurt 3<br />Drinking water (U.S. average) 8<br />Meat and Poultry<br />Beef liver 325<br />Turkey 132<br />Chicken 67<br />Hamburger 44<br />Miscellaneous<br />Tortilla chips 80<br />Wheat germ 46<br />Potato chips 40<br />Pretzels 15<br />White bread 8<br />Coca-Cola 3<br />Sugar 2<br />Salt<br />Iodized 54<br />Seasoned 40<br />Seafood<br />Kelp 1,020<br />Squid 39<br />Crab 33<br />Sole 24<br />Clams 20<br />Shrimp 17<br />Lobster 9<br />Oysters 8<br />Vegetables<br />Asparagus 169<br />Broccoli 90<br />Onions (white) 82<br />Corn 45<br />Brussels sprouts 23<br />Potato 9<br />Green beans 7<br /><br />A Slick Test for Oil<br /><br />Here's an easy test that you can do at home to find out just how oily your cosmetics really are.<br /><br />Get a sheet of 25 percent cotton-bond typing paper and rub a thick streak of your makeup onto it. Wait 24 hours and then check for an oil ring. "Within a day the oil will spread out and you'll see a big grease ring," explains James E. Fulton, Jr., M.D., Ph.D. "The bigger the ring, the more oil there is in your makeup. Stay away from makeup that produces big oil slicks."<br /><br />Go for the natural look. "Whatever makeup you use, the less you use of it, the better," says Dr. Fulton.<br /><br />Blame it on the Pill. Research conducted by Dr. Fulton indicates that certain birth control pills such as Ovral, Loestrin, Norlestrin, and Norinyl can aggravate acne. If you're on the Pill and have acne problem, discuss it with your doctor. He may be able to switch you to another pill or prescribe another birth control method.<br /><br />Leave well enough alone. "You shouldn't squeeze pimples or whiteheads," says Dr. Pochi. "A pimple is an inflammation, and you could add to the inflammation by squeezing it. You may cause an infection." You can't do anything to a pimple to make it go away faster, he notes. "Normally a pimple will last from one to four weeks, but it will always go away."<br /><br />A whitehead is a noninflamed plugged pore, notes Dr. Pochi. "The core of a whitehead is much smaller than the core of a blackhead. When you squeeze the whitehead, the wall of the pore could break and the contents could leak out into the skin and cause a pimple. A pimple naturally forms from the rupture of a whitehead pore wall."<br /><br />Know when to squeeze. Although most pimples are best left alone, there is one kind that you can squeeze to help get rid of it. "Sometimes a pimple will have a little central yellow pus head in it," explains Dr. Pochi. "Gentle squeezing usually pops these open very nicely. Once the pus is out, the pimple will heal more quickly."<br /><br />Attack blackheads. You can also get rid of a blackhead by squeezing it. "A blackhead is a very blocked pore. The material inside the blocked pore is solid, and the surface of the pore is widened," explains Dr. Pochi. The black part of a blackhead is not dirt. In fact, dermatologists aren't really sure what it is, but whatever it is, it will not result in a pimple.<br /><br />Use OTCs to KO acne. You can fight back an acne attack with over-the-counter products. "Use OTCs with benzoyl peroxide in them," says Dr. Fulton. "The benzoyl part pulls the peroxide into the pore and releases oxygen that kills the bacteria that aggravates acne. It's like two drugs in one. The benzoyl also suppresses the fatty acid cells that irritate the pores."<br /><br />OTC acne products come in various forms, such as gels, liquids, lotions, or creams. Dr. Fulton suggests using a water-based gel. It is the least likely to irritate the skin.<br /><br />He also suggests using it for an hour or so in the evening, then washing it off very thoroughly at bedtime, especially in the areas around the eyes and neck.<br /><br />Don't be fooled by the numbers. Acne medications contain concentrations of benzoyl peroxide ranging from 2.5 percent to around 10 percent. The percentage, however, has little to do with the product's effectiveness. "In most tests that have been conducted, the lower-strength products were as effective as the upper-strength ones," says Thomas Gossel, Ph.D., R.Ph., a professor of pharmacology and toxicology at Ohio Northern University. "Five percent works as well as 10 percent."<br /><br />Give dry skin extra care. Dry skin can be sensitive to benzoyl peroxide, so Dr. Gossel recommends you start with a lower-strength product first, then increase the concentration slowly. "You're going to get reddening of the skin when you put it on, but that is a normal reaction," he says.<br /><br />Stay out of the sun. Acne medications may cause adverse reactions to the sun. "Minimize exposure to sunlight, infrared heat lamps, and sunscreens until you know how you will react," cautions Dr. Gossel, who advises a patch test for sunscreen sensitivity.<br /><br />Scrub that skin. "Cleanse your skin thoroughly every time before applying any over-the-counter acne medication," says Dr. Gossel. A clean face is a happy face.<br /><br />Use one treatment at a time. Don't mix treatments. If you are using an OTC acne product, you should stop using it if you are given prescription medication for your acne. "Benzoyl peroxide is a close cousin to Retin-A and other products containing vitamin A derivatives, such as Accutane," says Dr. Gossel. A person shouldn't use both of them together.<br /><br />Stop the spread of acne. Apply acne medication about a half inch around the affected area, says Dr. Fulton, to help keep the acne from spreading. "The medication really doesn't fight the pimple you already have," he explains. "It acts more like a pimple preventive." Acne moves across the face from the nose out to the ear. You need to treat beyond the red inflammatory area. "When you buy an OTC product, it says to apply it to the affected area. To most people the affected area is where they see the pimples. But that's not the case at all."<br />PANEL OF ADVISERS<br /><br />James E. Fulton, Jr., M.D., Ph.D., is a dermatologist and founder of the Acne Research Institute in Newport Beach, California. He is also coauthor of Dr. Fulton's Step-by-Step Program for Clearing Acne and codiscoverer of Retin-A (synthetic vitamin A), a prescription drug used to treat a variety of skin problems.<br /><br />Thomas Gossel, Ph.D., R.Ph., is a professor of pharmacology and toxicology at Ohio Northern University in Ada and chairman of the university's Department of Pharmacology and Biomedical Sciences. He is an expert on over-the-counter products.<br /><br />Peter E. Pochi, M.D., is a professor of dermatology at Boston University School of Medicine in Massachusetts.<br /><br />Maurice Stein is a cosmetologist and Hollywood makeup artist. He is the owner of Cinema Secrets, a theatrical makeup house in Burbank, California.<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-80646173845409757352010-02-16T23:36:00.000+05:302010-02-16T23:37:48.112+05:30Remedies For AcneA skin disorder, acne is caused by the action of hormones on oil glands and hair follicles. It is not a disease or an ailment, rather a skin condition in which red pimples are seen on the affected areas. Most commonly found on the face, acne may also occur in the other regions of the body, such as neck, chest, back, shoulders and even the upper arms. It is the most common and chronic skin disease, usually seen in teenagers. However, adults are not totally spared from the disorder. Acne may be hereditary or can result from high stress levels, hormonal changes, menstrual periods or secretion of excessive oil in the skin. However, it can be prevented by resorting to certain home remedies. Know more about the natural ways to cure acne problem.<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />Home Remedies For Acne</span><br /><br /> * Mix equal amounts of lemon juice and rose water. Apply this mixture on the affected areas with cotton and leave it for an hour. Continue doing this for about 15 to 20 days to have the desired results.<br /> * Avocado paste, made with the help of water, consists of a natural remedy for getting rid of acne. Use it like a face wash, making sure to gently rub it on your face for 5 minutes. Then, wash it off with water.<br /> * Another option you can go for is a bath with blanch of nettle and rosemary. This will help reduce your acne.<br /> * Mix 1 tsp of honey in a glass of lukewarm water and squeeze 1/2 lemon into it. Drink this every morning, on an empty stomach.<br /> * Combine a tablespoon of dried or fresh yeast with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Apply this combination on your face and keep it on till it dries off. Now, wash it with warm water.<br /> * For getting rid of acne, mix 2-3 tsp tea with some basil. Cook this mixture in boiling water for about 10 to 20 minutes. Then, cool it down and apply on the affected areas with a cotton ball.<br /> * Honey and cinnamon powder are also beneficial for treating acne. Make a paste of the two and apply on the infected area before going to sleep. Wash your face next morning.<br /> * Another option is to blend one tablespoon of groundnut oil with one tablespoon of lime juice. Apply on the affected areas for 15 minutes ans wash off.<br /> * For removing acne, scrub your face with a mixture containing 2 tablespoon white sugar and 1 tablespoon brown sugar. Make sure to wet them before rubbing.<br /> * Apply a paste of ripe tomatoes on pimples. Keep it for an hour before you wash. It will prove beneficial in getting rid of acne.<br /> * Mix turmeric powder with mint juice and form a paste. Apply this on the acne-infected area and keep on for 30 minutes. After that, wash it with lukewarm water.<br /> * Make a paste of roasted & powdered pomegranate skin, with fresh lime juice. Apply this mixture on the affected area.<br /> * Application of a paste of fresh fenugreek leaves in water would prove effective in getting rid of acne. Sleep with the mixture on your face and wash it next morning with warm water.<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-248412411287005062010-02-15T21:09:00.000+05:302010-02-15T21:10:09.158+05:30Face care for menWould you believe that face care for men isn’t a new-fangled fad but something that has been routinely practiced for thousands of years? Facial grooming has been an important part of a men’s daily custom from the Egyptian Pharaohs to Alexander the Great and even during the Roman Empire.<br /><br />Thankfully, in current times there are far more then simply lip balm and aftershave available; today’s well-groomed man has an enormous range of choices for face care and grooming. Take for instance, oily skin or blocked pores. This is not a problem exclusively a woman’s problem so why should she have all the cures? For those of us who have that problem of oily skin, Cliniqueicon offers a complete line of men’s facial skin care products<br />highlighted by a moisturizer called Oil Control Hydrator, which is an oil free gel that is applied once in the morning and once before bed to clean exfoliated skin. There are many deep cleaning facial masks on the market today that will guarantee the careful purging of those impurities from your masculine skin and leave it feeling deep clean and smooth to the touch. So many men make the mistake of getting themselves a six pack abdomen and forget about their face care. There is nothing better then the seductive coo of a woman rubbing her cheek to yours when it is soft as a baby’s bottom.<br /><br />Face care for men should start off with good deep cleansing facial scrubs, which will remove that dead skin and clean out those pores. If you wet shave then use a shaving cream that has both vitamins and Aloe Vera if possible so that the cream hydrates your skin for a smooth soothing shave. A man’s leathery skin is much thicker then his female counterparts and it requires special handling, especially after a shave when it can become irritated quite easily and need a soothing, cooling touch. Follow your smooth shave up with a moisturizer. You will be protecting the facial skin and keeping it smooth and soft. Moisturizer is one for the basic needs of your skin to push back the signs of aging. Though men tend to show aging in their faces much later then women it is a fact that when the wrinkles appear it is a dramatic and sudden change. A pound of prevention, as they say is far better then ten pounds of cure.<br /><br />Lancome has a delightful range of men’s face care products with reasonable pricing.� The Lancome Homme ultra soothing after-shave balm is a favorite of many well-groomed men. Check out the gift packs that are sometimes offered at unbelievable discount prices. This is a wonderful way to try out several products by a single manufacturer before committing yourself to the full price of a costly yet well needed men’s facial skin care regime. The name Clarinsicon is one and the same with being one of the most excellent suppliers of skin care products so it’s no bolt from the blue that Clarins also have an exclusive men’s face care line. Clarins offers non-oily moisture balm and gel products for soothing the skin after shaving and also keeping the grime out of your pores during the lengthy workday. Do you hate those stress lines? Clarins even produces a cream gel that will aid reducing the appearance of those lines we all dread.<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-13833611448648485362010-02-15T21:03:00.000+05:302010-02-19T16:44:56.576+05:30Frequently Asked QuestionsFrequently Asked Questions<br />Q: My kid got a deep nail scratch on her face recently. It got clotted but the scar is visible, I am very much worried about this scar. Can you plzz advice me anything (home remedy) which can clear the scar properly. <br />ranjana ()<br /><br />A: Aloe Vera is excellent for treatment of fresh wounds and scars. If you can find the plant, squeeze the leaf and apply the juice to the scar. Else, apply Aloe Vera Gel. Also, apply lemon juice to the scar. Lemon juice is a natural bleach and should help. <br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: I have some strech marks on my hips because of obesity,will u plz suggest any oninment or any home made product to remove this marks <br />Renu ()<br /><br />A: Unfortunately there is not much you can do to get rid of stretch marks. Your best bet in this case is prevention. If you make sure your skin is well moisturised all the time, you will not develop stretch marks as your skin will not 'tear' when it stretches, since it is supple. Keep your skin very well moisturised all the time, to prevent further stretch marks. <br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: How to get rid of scars from spots? <br />Sarvahni (Mumbai, India)<br /><br />A: Please refer to this link: Click here.<br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: My son has some scars in face? He is very worried for this scars. How can remove the scars from face? Please require me any medicine? <br />Centhil (LA, USA)<br /><br />A: For medication, show your child to a dermatoligist, who will prescribe something after personally examining your son. Homemade remedy: Let your child apply cucumber juice to his face daily, and wash off after fifteen minutes. <br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: Hi, I have a discolouration on a small area of my lower stomach. I had ingrown hairs so I tried to plucked them with the tweezer and that caused that area of my skin to turned red and then brown. I have a very light skin and the brown spots that caused by plucking is preventing me to use short t-shirts. I'm embarrassed to show my stomach because of the brown spots. Help! Thank you!! <br />Veronica (Newyork, USA)<br /><br />A: Scars caused by squeezing/meddling with stomach skin sometimes seem to take forever to fade. Apply lemon juice to the area everyday. Don't pluck or touch the area again. Bleach the hair if required - removing it may cause in-growths again. Until the scar fades, apply concealor to the area before wearing short tops.<br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: I'm really impressed by lookin' @ the feedbackz that people have posted for you (seriously). Well, as I was readin' I thought since u've been helping other people you could help me a little too. So, my question is I've been using creamz for acne and they r not really working. Now, I've tried to use Besan+milk+lemon juice+haldi in the morning n @ nite and in the between I use lemon juice and let it dry for 10 min and 5 mins for honey b4 I wash my face the 2nd time. It's actually really worrking but I'm more stressed about is about the scars...is there a fast and better home remedy treatment that can be used for my scars. I'm actually askin you this Q from all the way Detroit, MI. hopin' to hear from you soon. Once again, thanking you for taking out the time for my solution. Karishma Sharma <br />Karishma (New Delhi, India)<br /><br />A: The best home remedy for scars is actually lemon juice, since it is a natural bleach and will lighten scars. Since you are using lemon juice in any case, there is really nothing else you can do. Please don't stress about the scars. Once you have your pimples under control, the scars will gradually fade. Also, you could consider laser treatment as a final option - but only after your pimples are under control, or else they will keep reappearing and you will keep getting fresh scars. As soon as a pimple bursts, gently squeeze it completely till all the pus and blood comes out - with clean hands - and then apply cotton soaked in lemon juice to the spot. Leave it on for 10 - 15 mins. You will not get a scar. <br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: Can lemon juice + honey lighten scars? Is it ok to use lemon juice alone? <br />Vita (Mumbai, India)<br /><br />A: Yes, lemon juice can be applied alone and used to lighten scars, but if you apply it when the scar is still fresh it is much more effective. Apply the juice only to the scar, not to the entire face as it stings.<br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: Hi Ms vidula. I am writing to you after several disappointment in hope that u wull be able to help me out. 4 years ago i started getting imples with puss on my face. I pricked them and took the pus out. Althought now i don't have pimples but i have scars all over the face because of pricking. I don't prick anymore but i need help in getting rid of scars. Please help me out by giving me a good effective home remedy that will get rid scars. I am 23 year old and i know miracles don't happen overnight but i want something that will keep on getting rid of scars and ready to give it a try. I have a dry skin and i have stopped using all products since none has helped. Please help me out as i badly need your help. I will be grateful to you because i am losing confidence sue to face appearance <br />Samreen (Mumbai, India)<br /><br />A: First, if in future you ever burst a pimple, gently squeeze out all the bad blood with clean hands, and then apply ten drops of lime on cotton and place it on the pimple. You should not get a scar. Put cucumber juice on your face and leave on overnight. Do this every night. The scars will gradually fade. The cucumber juice should be freshly squeezed each time. You will get enough juice from just one or two thin slices. <br />Read this article:<br />Pimple SOS <br /><br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: Hello, My name is Shain, I have lots of scars from pimples on my forehead and its been there for a year and half and there dark black. I have tried so many products that said it will get it off but hasn't gone away I have tried the lemon and cotton ball method for about a month but hasn't faded please tell what product will get it clear with in a 2-3 months please e mail me back, how to get rid of it. Thank u for all help <br />Shain (Boston, USA)<br /><br />A: Lemon and cotton ball helps if you apply it immediately when the pimple bursts, after squeezing out all the blood with clean hands. This helps prevent the formation of a scar. Already existing scars are harder to get rid off. They will fade gradually over a period of time. Applying a mixture of lemon and cotton juice may help lighten the skin slightly becuase it is a natural bleach. You could try using 'No Marks' cream and see if it helps lighten your scars. <br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: Dear Dr. Two week back, my son fell on stairs and had a deep cut on his forehead resulting in 4 stitches. Now, there is a deep scar. Someone has suggested an ointment by the name "Contratubex". Is it really effective, I mean, scars will go or not. Kindly suggest something because the scar is very prominent and on the forehead, very much visible. with kind regards Shailendra Nath <br />Shailendra (New Delhi, India)<br /><br />A: The best person to advise you on this would be the doctor who performed the stitches on your son. Contratubex helps restore elasticity to movement-restrictive scars and it speeds up the healing process to an extent. It also requires prolonged, regular use. Such treatments should be applied depending on the nature of the wound, in consulatation with the doctor. Your son should avoid exposure to the sun, as it will darken the scar. Stitches don't completely fade, but over a period of time they grow less noticable and take on the colour of surrounding skin.<br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: I would like to no how to remove chicken pox scars from my face please help me out with a home remedy. <br />Mary (Mumbia, India)<br /><br />A: Chicked pox rash needs to be tended to at the time you are ill, to ensure that you don't get a rash. If you still have a rash many years later, chances are slim that you will be able to get rid of them. Apply a mixture of lime and cucumber juice to your face, which is a natural bleach. Wash off after ten minutes. Do this daily - it should help. If the scars are very prominent you may consider laser resurfacing. <br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: Few months ago, I accidently scraped off my pimple. Now I have a scar and its kind of like a small pothole, from scraping off the pimple. It's like the usually scar one gets when scraping off a pimple. Is there a way to make it go away and make it look like it was never scraped off or anything? <br />John (NY USA)<br /><br />A: Certain scarring can be permanent, especially if it is a few months old. Squeeze around ten drops of lemon juice on a cotton ball and place this on the scar for at least ten minutes. Do this daily. The scar should fade and get lighter, although the surface may remain a little dented. <br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: I am 17 and have had severe acne. I have dent type scars on my cheeks and sides of my face and open pore looking scars also. What should I do to smooth out these type scars? <br />Cortney (LA, USA)<br /><br />A: Usually these 'dent-type' scars fade over time. Laser treatment is a more immediate solution, but I don't suggest you go in for it until your pimples have cleared and you have taken care of your acne problem. Make sure you wash your face with a face wash for oily skin, at least three times a day - more, if your skin gets oily. Don't drink soft drinks, fried foods or heaty foods. Apply cucumber juice to your face and wash off after fifteen minutes. Do this everyday. This should lighten the scars. Avoid using face scrubs. <br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: Dear Vidula, Someone applied kumkum on my 15 month old daughter's forehead more than 3 weeks ago. unfortunately it has left a scar on her fair skin. I am very upset and would like to know what is a safe home remedy that I can use. I have tried besan and haldi with milk but it did not work. Grateful for your reply. Please get back to this worried mother. Regards Samika <br />Samika (Mumbai, India)<br /><br />A: The scar will go away on its own, don't worry about it. Try day-old malai and a little lemon.<br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: I have these spots in one area and i picked them.there know healing but i cover them up with fandation will this make me have more spots love lound mouth <br />Lound (Mumbai, India)<br /><br />A: Don't pick spots. The scars will fade over time. Foundation will not cause more spots, but remember to wash your face clean before turning in for the night. <br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: I`m 14 years and since I was 5 years old I already have a scar..how can you take off my scars on my legs? <br />Marielle (Goa, India)<br /><br />A: Your scar seems to be permanent, since it has not faded over time. It can be removed by laser therapy. <br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: I have dark scars on my legs how do I get rid of them? <br />Emy (USA)<br /><br />A: Apply lemon juice to your legs daily, and wash off after ten minutes. Also, make sure you keep legs well moisturised. After showering, when your skin is still damp, rub a little body oil on your legs to lock in the moisture. Get your legs massaged regularly to improve circulation. Certain yoga poses like the sarvangasana should also help. <br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: How can i get rid of chicken pox scars? they are all over my feet and some can be found in my legs and tummy. what should i do please help <br />Aisa (Mumbia, India)<br /><br />A: Chicken pox scars are apparently permanent. There is no known natural remedy for them. You could get rid of them through laser treatment. It is a good thing that the scars are not on your face. You could try applying multani mitti to the scars, and also scrub lemon (nimbu) on the scars. Applying Vitamin E oil to the scars is also believed to help reduce them. <br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: I've uneven body skintone,dark knees and elbows,backskin and face covered with scars left by acne,i've small dark hair all over my body,please sugest me some remedies <br />Tiru (Mumbai, India)<br /><br />A: Fine hair over the body is completely normal. Try scrubbing your body GENTLY with a pumice stone every day when in the shower, after applying soap. This retards hair growth over an extended period of time. Wax arms, armpits and legs, consider bleaching your stomach if you wear short tops, sari blouses. Rub dark elbows, knees with lemon daily. Apply cucumber juice to your face to erase the scars. Drink at least 10-12 glasses of water everyday. <br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: Is it safe to use hydrocortisone cream on pimple scars if so how often should it be used and how effective is it?? <br />Aasima (Lucknow, India)<br /><br />A: Yes, it is safe to use hydrocortisone cream on pimple scars. Apply it to the scarred spot everyday for a week. Stay out of the sun, as the sun can increase discolouration.<br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: I have got scars on my face which has been left by my nails,i scratched my face and it left red nail marks on my face and i am finding it hard to clen those scars,could u suggest me something <br />Ganga (Mumabai, India)<br /><br />A: The marks will fade away on their own, there is nothing to worry about. Don't scratch the area again. Apply a soothing lotion like Lacto Calamine. <br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: About a month ago I had a zit right between my eyebrows. I didn't know much about zits so I just hacked it off, about 2 weeks later there was a scar. I figured that if I scratched it, it would bleed scab and go away. I don't know what I was thinking. Anyway now it turns bright red whenever I touch it and I don't know how to get rid of it. It looks really bad. thanks <br />Jack (USA)<br /><br />A: First of all, never burst a pimple. On the off chance that a pimple does burst by itself or by mistake, gently squeeze out all the muck and a little bad blood, until nothing further comes out. Then, squeeze around ten drops of lemon juice on some cotton wool, and place it on the burst pimple for around ten minutes. There will be no scarring. Regarding your present situation, I recommend you apply a soothing calamine lotion to the spot. Alternatively, apply a little cucumber juice at night and wash off the next day. Other than this, don't touch the spot. you don't touch the spot at all, to avoid further irritation<br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: I use to have a pimple that I don't touch. Now I know it's not a pimple anymore but the bump is still there, plus the fact that it's dark. Hope you can help me. Thank you. <br />Taj (Mumbai, India)<br /><br />A: At times pimples leave scars. Apply lemon (nimbu) to the dark mark regularly, it should fade. If the bump doesn't go away in some time, you could show it to a dermatologist. In the meantime drink a glass of lime water (nimbu paani) without sugar everyday, if you are not prone to acidity.<br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: I am suffering from pimple scares on full face please advise me something. <br />Sisiliya (U. S. A.)<br /><br />A: Lemon and cucumber are natural bleaches. Apply the juice of cucmber on your face at night, and wash it off in the morning. Before long you will see a great difference. Or, you could apply a mixture of lemon and honey or lemon and cucumber to your face everyday, and wash off in ten minutes. Avoid keeping lemon on overnight as it is strong and drying. <br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: I have some facial hair that grows around my chin and neck. I periodically tweeze the hairs. Sometime they are ingrown and I get small black bumbs and black scars in the area how can I remove these scars how can I keep the hair from growing back? <br />Stephanie (USA)<br /><br />A: The only way to prevent the hair from growing back is to have it permanently removed by electrolysis or laser therapy. A good, reputed parlour should charge around Rs. 7,000 to Rs 10,000 for removing hair from the chin. To prevent in-growths, scrub your chin and neck with a face scrub everyday. Alternatively, thread your chin instead of using a tweezer. Threading doesn't lead to as many in-growths. <br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: I have some scars on my face which i accidently scratched my pimples. <br />Neha (Mumbai, India)<br /><br />A: The next time as soon as a pimple bursts, squeeze out all the excess blood and pus gently. Squeeze around ten drops of lime onto a cotton ball and apply that to the spot for ten minutes. You will not develop a scar. For now you could try applying cucumber juice to your face, and wash it off after fifteen minutes. <br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: I have a combination skin type, i get pimples sometimes and they leave a mark on my face . Please tell me some home remedy to get rid of these scars. <br />Shreya (Mumbai, India)<br /><br />A: Apply a mixture of lemon juice and honey to your face, and wash it off after ten minutes. Lemon is a natural bleach, and should reduce your pimple scars. You could also try applying lemon juice with cotton, just on your scars. <br />Vidula Chopra <br /><br />Q: i am meenakshi and i have a skin query to clear it is like this i have some considerable amount of hair growth on my chin so i get my chin waxed but now the problem is the dark scar which has appeared on the chin due to waxing so are there any ways to eliminate the dark scar there both natural and chemical means if you suggest some of the ways to do the same it will be great.<br />thanks again meenakshi <br />Meenakshi (Mumbai, India)<br /><br />A: Meenakshi, I presume the dark scar you are referring to is the hair under your skin. After waxing, when the hair is growing back, it is often visible as the hair is hard and dark, and facial skin is often transparent. Thus the area under your chin often looks quite a few shades darker than the rest of your face. There is really not much you can do about this, unless you opt for laser therapy or electrolysis for your chin hair. This will kill the hair root, and your 'scar' will disappear. You could try threading the hair instead of waxing it. <br />Vifula Chopra <br /><br />Q: How do I get rid of zit scars? I had a big zit on my nose and now, a long, long time after, I still have a red dot. But it is not a zit - it is the scar. Please suggest a home remedy. <br />Seema (Mumbai, India)<br /><br />A: Often, when a large pimple subsides, it leaves in its place a scar. Unfortunately, even if the pimple subsided on its own and you were very careful not to burst it, it could still leave a scar. At times these scars take weeks or months to vanish, and some never do vanish completely, though the scar lightens considerably. Take a cotton ball, and squeeze around 10 drops of lime (nimbu) in it. <br /><br /><br />Q: I have acne and bug bite scars mostly on my chin and forehead how can i get rid of the scars. I have already used Vitamin - E and pure cocoa butter nothing seems to work. I also have zits and bites that take forever to get rid of. <br />Kiran (Ahemdabad, India)<br /><br />A: If you have oily skin, stay away from butter and greasy moisturisers. Cleanse and tone your skin twice a day, or wash your face with a face wash. Apply cucumber juice mixed with a little lemon juice twice a day. If you ever burst a zit, squeeze about 10 drops of lemon on a cotton swab, and apply it to the area for about 10 minutes. The scar will disappear. Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water a day, and stay away from soft drinks, fried foods and heaty foods. <br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Getting Rid Of Pimple Scars - The Old Fashioned Way<br /><br /><br />There are many products available for the treatment of acne and pimple scars. Some can be purchased over the counter, while others are available by prescription. Other treatments even involve surgical type procedures, which are expensive and painful - and not necessarily effective. However, the best solution is often home made remidies to get rid of pimple scars.<br /><br />There are several home made remidies to get rid of pimple scars that you can try for yourself. These remedies do not cost alot of money, and they are often just as effective as what you would buy from the store, and in many cases, they are even more effective.<br /><br />The use of many different essential oils are quite effective for getting rid of pimple and acne scars. These oils are applied directly to the skin, however, if the skin is sensitive, the oils can be diluted with grapeseed oil.<br /><br />Rosehip seed oil, applied directly to the acne scars, is very beneficial. Rosehip seed oil contains essential fatty acids that heal scars - even scars from wounds. It can even help reduce wrinkles! Aloe Vera gel is also a great help in reducing or eliminating acne scars. You can also drink aloe vera juice, which is also beneficial. Essential oil of lavender seems to be the most commonly used essential oil in the treatment of acne scars. You can also try applying corsica to the acne scars, as it is known for it's skin regenerative properties.<br /><br />Other home made remidies to get rid of pimple scars include making a paste of sandalwood with rose water. Apply it to the scars before going to bed, then wash it away in the morning. You can also apply cucumber juice to the scars. Wash it off after about 20 minutes.<br /><br />The important thing to realize is that getting rid of pimple scars may take a little time - whether you are using a commercial product, surgical type treatments, or home made remidies to get rid of pimple scars. If you don't give your method enough time to work, you will be jumping from one method to the next without ever seeing any real results. Give it up to two months.<br /><br /><br /><br />How to Erase a Pimple Scar<br /><br /><br />Pimple scars can be embarrassing and long lasting. Everybody's skin is different, and there are different causes of scarring. Luckily, there are just as many remedies. Erasing your pimple scars can be easy with some common facial cleaning supplies and daily diligence. Here are some useful steps you can take to erase a pimple scar.<br /><br /><br />Step<br />1 Wash your face with soap and water twice a day and immediately apply moisturizer. Washing your face more than twice a day can result in dry skin that can become flaky and cracked. Washing the proper amount helps remove unhealthy oils that prolong scarring.<br /><br />Step<br />2 Scrub your face at night with warm water and immediately wash with cold water. Warm water will open your pores. Cold water helps close pores, which in turn keeps oils out of your skin so your pimples and scars become healthy.<br /><br />Step<br />3 Apply vitamin E oil to your skin once a day. Vitamin E provides a natural oil that helps restore elasticity and regenerate skin cells. Applying more than once a day can leave your face oily and oversaturated.<br /><br />Step<br />4 Purchase scar removal cream from your local pharmacy. There are several over-the-counter options available that help erase scars. Ask the pharmacist for recommendations before you purchase a cream. Read the instructions carefully as some of these treatments contain chemicals and oils that may be harmful if used improperly.<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-46143840348664761592010-02-15T21:00:00.001+05:302010-02-15T21:02:26.039+05:30How to Erase a Acne ScarDo you have pimple scars on your face or body that don't want to go away? Follow these five simple steps and eliminate scars forever.<br /><br />Leave your pimples alone. Do not pop a pimple or scratch it, this will cause the scars. Instead, leave them alone, and you will reduce scarring to your face.<br /><br />Keep your face clean. Wash your face with a facewash twice a day and apply moisturizer.<br /><br />Wash your face with a facewash or scrub, at night with warm water, then splash with cold water to close your pores.<br /><br />Pour a small amount of tissue oil (try using one with natural ingredients in it) on a piece of cotton wool. (You can also put the tissue oil on your hands, but make sure they are clean.)<br /><br />Apply the tissue oil to your face, applying it equally to each part of your face.Massage it in for 5 minutes, and then leave it until you go to bed.<br /><br />Before getting into bed, take a tissue, and dab your face to remove the oil<br /><br />Tips<br /><br />It is best to apply tissue oil every night, for about two weeks. If your scars are not fading, apply it until you see a change.<br /><br />If you are applying tissue oil on your face, use a headband to prevent oil from getting into your hair.<br />Tissue oil is not the only thing that removes scars; other creams and moisturizers are available. Use what suits you<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-77889723102462745792010-02-15T20:52:00.002+05:302010-02-15T20:54:13.881+05:30Acne PimplesIf you eat pizza, your face will look like a pizza. Popping those pimples will make them dry up and go away faster. Wash your face and keep your hair off your forehead to keep from getting pimples. Eating chocolate will make your acne worse.<br /><br />When you consider the number of acne myths circulating, it's sometimes hard to know what the best acne skin care regimen is. Knowledge of which factors actually cause acne can help you separate acne myths from practices that really help to keep your skin acne free. When it comes to what can really clear your complexion, here are some tips.<br /><br />First, eating pizza in itself is not enough to give your acne. Although eating a high fat, greasy diet is not good for your health or your skin, your eating habits are not the sole cause of your acne.<br /><br />For good skin health it is advisable to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink lots of water. When you do eat greasy foods, especially those eaten with the fingers - such as pizza or French fries - but careful not to touch your face with your greasy fingers. In fact, greasy fingers on your face may be more responsible for breakouts than eating the greasy food. Acne skin care tip number one - try to eat a healthy diet and keep greasy fingers off your face.<br /><br />Popping your pimples does not necessarily make them go away faster. In fact, the squeezing and pinching that goes along with popping pimples can actually damage the skin. These actions can push the bacteria in the pimple further into the pore causing infection and possibly even scarring. Acne skin care tip number two - popping pimples can damage the skin and make acne worse. The best advice is not to pop your pimples.<br /><br />Washing your face at least twice daily is one thing you can do that will help to improve your acne. Your doctor or dermatologist can suggest an over-the-counter cleaning product or prescribe a prescription cleanser if necessary. Cleaning your face helps to wash away excess oil, dirt, old skin cells and bacteria. Some experts even suggest exfoliating acne prone skin regularly. This is because dead skin cells left on the face can block the pores, causing pimples. Acne skin care tip number three - wash your face at least twice daily to keep dead skin cells, oil, dirt and bacteria from building up.<br /><br />When planning out your acne skin care regimen, there are things you can do to help prevent breakouts. While what you eat does not entirely decide whether or not you will get acne, it is always best to eat a healthy diet. Don't make popping your pimples a practice. Popping can actually damage the skin and make acne worse. Washing your face at least twice daily, however, is something you can do that will truly help your skin stay clearer. So, when weighing the myths about acne skin care, remember, keep it clean.<br /><br /><br />Get Rid off Acne Scars<br /><br />Following are excellent and wonderful home treatment of acne or pimple scars using ingredients from your kitchen.<br /><br /> Large pores on facial skin can be treatred with paste of sandalwood (chandan) powder with black gram (masoor) dal. Keep it overnight and wash it with cold water the next day. This is an excellent and wonderful remedy to get rid of acne scars. Make a sandalwood paste with rose water and apply on the scars. Keep it overnight and wash it with cold water the next day. If you find that your skin becomes dry in the morning, you leave it only for a few hours on your face or you may try adding some milk while making paste. Rub ice cubes on the face for 10-15 minutes. It will tighten the pores. Apply cucumber juice on the face. Wash it off after 15 minutes. It will tighten the pores. Cut the tomato in half and rub on the skin. Leave on for fifteen minutes. Wash it off with water. This will reduce open pores and blackheads. This treatment is good particularly for oily skin. <br /><br />You may discuss with your dermatologist about different treatments available for acne scars. These acne scar removal teatments are Collagen injection, Autologous fat transfer, Dermabrasion, Microdermabrasion or Chemical Peel, Laser Treatment, Skin Surgery and Skin grafting.<br /><br />________________________________________________________________________________<br /><br />Just like you, Simon and Sindy have to deal with the trouble of acne. Find out what advice they have for this Kidzworld member about acne, blackheads and how she can start getting rid of 'em!<br /><br />I Can't Get Rid of my Acne!<br />I was wondering if you could give me some advice? I need help with acne and blackheads. I don't have that many pimples - they come and go and it's fine with me cuz I have cover-up. I need help on the blackheads. I've had blackheads on and around my nose, around my lips and on my chin. None of them have gone away and they have been there for over a year. Is there anything I can do to get rid of them?<br />Sarah<br />Battling Blackheads<br /><br />Both blackheads and whiteheads form because of excess skin cells being shed and plugging your pores. In order to prevent blackheads from forming in the first place, exfoliate your skin on a regular basis with something like a basic apricot scrub. This will help remove the dead skin cells before they get the chance to clog your pores.<br /><br />For those blackheads or whiteheads that already exist, there are many products on the market that claim to be able to help you remove those pesky blemishes. Try pore strips from companies like Ponds or Neutrogena. They can remove debris from the pores without risk of damaging the skin. Avoid pushing on the blocked pores as you might push the blackhead or whitehead deeper into the pore and that can result in infection.<br /><br />Attacking Acne<br /><br />Acne is the result of an infected whitehead. Bacteria manage to get trapped underneath your skin and then cause an infection. The best way to treat acne is by applying a cream or ointment with a drying agent like benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid. These can be found in a number of products at your local drugstore.<br /><br />Time To See The Dermatologist<br /><br />If you have tried several products and acne removal techniques with no results, it's probably time to see a dermatologist. They can assess your skin condition and might have to prescribe special medication for your acne problem. Remember that you are not going to see results within days of using any particular treatment, so do give things a chance before rushing off to see a doc.<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-61771585973370242352010-02-15T20:48:00.001+05:302010-02-19T16:44:56.583+05:30Acne<div><br /></div><div>What is acne? What are the different types of acne?</div><div><br /></div><div>Acne (acne vulgaris, common acne) is not just a problem for teenagers; it can affect people from ages 10 through 40. It is not unusual for women, in particular, to develop acne in their mid- to late-20s, even if they have not had breakouts in years (or ever). On the positive side, those few individuals who have acne into their 40s may well grow out of it. Acne can appear on the skin as any of the following:</div><div><br /></div><div> * congested pores ("comedones"),</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> * whiteheads,</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> * blackheads,</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> * pimples ("zits"),</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> * pustules, or</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> * cysts (deep pimples, boils). The pus in pustules and cysts is sterile and does not actually contain infectious bacteria.</div><div><br /></div><div>These blemishes occur wherever there are many oil (sebaceous) glands, mainly on the face, chest, and back.</div><div><br /></div><div>You can do a lot to treat your acne using products available at a drugstore or cosmetic counter that do not require a prescription. However, for tougher cases of acne, you should consult a physician for treatment options.</div><div><br /></div><div>What causes acne?</div><div><br /></div><div>No one factor causes acne. Acne happens when oil (sebaceous) glands come to life around puberty, stimulated by male hormones from the adrenal glands of both boys and girls. Sebum (oil) is a natural substance which lubricates and protects the skin, and under certain circumstances, cells that are close to the surface block the openings of sebaceous glands and cause a buildup of oil underneath. This oil stimulates bacteria (which live on everyone's skin and generally cause no problems) to multiply and cause surrounding tissues to become inflamed.</div><div><br /></div><div>Inflammation near the skin's surface produces a pustule; deeper inflammation results in a papule (pimple); deeper still and it's a cyst. If the oil breaks though to the surface, the result is a "whitehead." If the oil accumulates melanin pigment or becomes oxidized, the oil changes from white to black, and the result is a "blackhead." Blackheads are therefore not dirt, and do not reflect poor hygiene.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here are some factors that don't usually cause acne, at least by themselves:</div><div><br /></div><div> * Heredity: With the exception of very severe acne, most people do not have the problem exactly as their parents did. Almost everyone has some acne at some point in their life.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> * Food: Parents often tell teens to avoid pizza, chocolate, greasy and fried foods, and junk food. While these foods may not be good for overall health, they don't cause acne or make it worse. Although some recent studies have implicated milk and dairy products in aggravating acne, these findings are far from established.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> * Dirt: As mentioned above, "blackheads" are oxidized oil, not dirt. Sweat does not cause acne, therefore, it is not necessary to shower instantly after exercise for fear that sweat will clog pores. On the other hand, excessive washing can dry and irritate the skin.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> * Stress: Some people get so upset by their pimples that they pick at them and make them last longer. Stress, however, does not play much of a direct role in causing acne.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> * Hormones: Some women break out cyclically, but most women (and men) don't. Some oral contraceptive pills may help relieve acne, but unless a woman has abnormal menstrual periods and excessive hair growth, it's unlikely that hormones play much of a role in causing acne. Pregnancy has a variable effect on acne; some women report that they clear up completely, and others get worse, while many others see no overall change.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> * Cosmetics: Most cosmetic and skin-care products are not pore-clogging ("comedogenic"). Of the many available brands, those which are listed as "water-based" or "oil-free" are generally a better choice.</div><div><br /></div><div>In occasional patients, the following may be contributing factors:</div><div><br /></div><div> * Pressure: In some patients, pressure from helmets, chinstraps, collars, suspenders, and the like can aggravate acne.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> * Drugs: Some medications may cause or worsen acne, such as those containing iodides, bromides, or oral or injected steroids (either the medically prescribed prednisone or the steroids that bodybuilders or athletes take). Other drugs that can cause or aggravate acne are anticonvulsant medications and lithium, which is used to treat bipolar disorder. Most cases of acne, however, are not drug-related.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> * Occupations: In some jobs, exposure to industrial products like cutting oils may produce acne.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Acne Vulgaris is the most common form of acne. Acne vulgaris lesions include blackheads, whiteheads, papules, pustules, nodules and cysts.</div><div><br /></div><div>Mild to Moderate acne vulgaris consists of the following types of acne spots:</div><div><br /></div><div>Whiteheads: Whiteheads result when a pore is completely blocked, trapping sebum (oil), bacteria, and dead skin cells, causing a white appearance on the surface. Whiteheads are normally quicker in life cycle than blackheads. You can view a diagram of a whitehead on the what is acne page. The Regimen provides a step-by-step program on how to treat whiteheads.</div><div><br /></div><div>Blackheads: Blackheads result when a pore is only partially blocked, allowing some of the trapped sebum (oil), bacteria, and dead skin cells to slowly drain to the surface. The black color is not caused by dirt. Rather, it is the skin's own pigment, melanin, reacting with the oxygen in the air. A blackhead tends to be a stable structure, and can often take a long time to clear. You can view a diagram of a blackhead on the what is acne page. The Regimen provides a step-by-step program on how to treat blackheads.</div><div><br /></div><div>Papules: Papules are inflamed, red, tender bumps with no head. Do not squeeze a papule. It will do no good, and may exacerbate scarring. The Regimen provides a step-by-step program on how to treat papules.</div><div><br /></div><div> </div><div>Pustules: A pustule is inflamed, and appears as a red circle with a white or yellow center. Pustules are your garden variety zit. Before you pop or squeeze such a lesion, be sure to read about how to pop a pimple. The Regimen provides a step-by-step program on how to treat pustules.</div><div>Acne Vulgaris - Severe</div><div><br /></div><div>Severe acne vulgaris is characterized by nodules and cysts:</div><div><br /></div><div>Nodules: As opposed to the lesions mentioned above, nodular acne consists of acne spots which are much larger, can be quite painful, and can sometimes last for months. Nodules are large, hard bumps under the skin's surface. Scarring is common. Unresolved nodules can sometimes leave an impaction behind, which can flare again and again. Absolutely do not attempt to squeeze such a lesion. You may cause severe trauma to the skin and the lesion may last for months longer than it normally would. Dermatologists often have ways of lessening swelling and preventing scarring, such as injecting the lesion with cortisone.</div><div><br /></div><div>Cysts: An acne cyst can appear similar to a nodule, but is pus-filled, and is described as having a diameter of 5mm or more across. They can be painful. Again, scarring is common with cystic acne. Squeezing an acne cyst may cause a deeper infection and more painful inflammation which will last much longer than if you had left it alone. Dermatologists often have ways of lessening swelling and preventing scarring, such as administering a cortisone shot.</div><div>Acne Rosacea</div><div><br /></div><div>Acne Rosacea can look similar to the aforementioned acne vulgaris, and the two types of acne are sometimes confused for one another.</div><div><br /></div><div>Rosacea affects millions of people, most of whom are over the age of 30. It appears as a red rash which is normally confined to the cheeks, nose, forehead and chin. The redness is often accompanied by bumps, pimples, and skin blemishes. Blood vessels may also become more visible on the skin. Blackheads are not part of rosacea. It is more prevalent in women, but often more severe when found in men. Left untreated, it can cause swelling of the nose and the growth of excess tissue, a condition called rhinophyma. Treatment is often different for rosacea than for acne, and it is important that you consult a dermatologist if you suspect you are experiencing rosacea.</div><div><br /></div><div>Acne Rosacea message board</div><div>Severe forms of acne</div><div><br /></div><div>Severe forms of acne are rare, but they inflict great hardship to the people who experience them.</div><div><br /></div><div>Acne Conglobata: This is the most severe form of acne vulgaris and is more common in males. It is characterized by numerous large lesions, which are sometimes interconnected, along with widespread blackheads. It can cause severe, irrevocable damage to the skin, and disfiguring scarring. It is found on the face, chest, back, buttocks, upper arms, and thighs. The age of onset for acne conglobata is usually between 18 to 30 years, and the condition can stay active for many years. As with all forms of acne, the cause of acne conglobata is unknown. Treatment usually includes isotretinoin (Accutane), and although acne conglobata is sometimes resistant to treatment, it can often be controlled through aggressive treatment over time.</div><div><br /></div><div>Acne Fulminans: This is an abrupt onset of acne conglobata which normally afflicts young men. Symptoms of severe nodulocystic, often ulcerating acne are apparent. As with acne conglobata, extreme, disfiguring scarring is common. Acne fulminans is unique in that it also includes a fever and aching of the joints. Acne fulminans does not respond well to antibiotics. Isotretinoin (Accutane) and oral steroids are normally prescribed.</div><div><br /></div><div>Gram-Negative Folliculitis: This condition is a bacterial infection characterized by pustules and cysts, possibly occurring as a complication resulting from a long term antibiotic treatment of acne vulgaris. It is a rare condition, and we do not know if it is more common in males or females at this time. Fortunately, isotretinoin (Accutane) is often effective in combating gram-negative folliculitis.</div><div><br /></div><div>Pyoderma Faciale (Rosacea Fulminans): This type of severe facial acne affects only females, usually between the ages of 20 to 40 years old, and is characterized by large painful nodules, pustules, and sores, all of which may scar. It begins abruptly, and may occur on the skin of a woman who has never had acne before. It is confined to the face, and usually does not last longer than one year, but can wreak havoc in a very short time. Doctors often prescribe isotretinoin (Accutane) and systemic corticosteroids are sometimes use an an adjunct.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>How to pop a pimple</div><div><br /></div><div>If you must pop, pop safely</div><div><br /></div><div>Common advice is to let your body heal a pimple on its own without popping. But in the real world, some people absolutely refuse to go around with a bulging white zit for the world to see. Plus, when done properly, popping a pimple can actually be beneficial to the healing process. Reserve this technique only for pimples that are absolutely begging to be popped—all the way at the surface and white. After a shower is best, when the skin is supple.</div><div><br /></div><div> 1. Disinfect a needle with rubbing alcohol. A basic sharp sewing needle is a good choice.</div><div> 2. Gently prick the pimple’s surface.</div><div> 3. Take two tissues and wrap your index fingers with them.</div><div> 4. Squeeze from the sides, confidently but gently, using a down-and-in motion. Don’t force it. If the pimple is ready, it’ll pop. If it doesn’t, leave it be. Be sure to stop if clear fluid or blood starts to come out.</div><div> 5. Continuing to work at a lesion that is not ready to be popped can lead to scarring. Walk away from the mirror!</div><div><br /></div><div>.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Please check if you have any allergies or sensitivity with some ingredients; such as glycerin, lemons, orange, garlic, papaya, eggs, etc. The following acne treatment and cures are good for all body acne including scalp acne. After you have successfully treated your acne, you will need to treat your acne scars, if any.</div><div><br /></div><div>Acne usually begins with blackheads. Blackheads are formed when oil and dead cells get trapped in a pore. They then turn black when exposed to air. When blackheads become inflamed, they become red (pimples). They multiply when touched with dirty hands. So to get rid of acne, you should try blackhead remedies.</div><div><br /></div><div> 1. Zinc, Vitamin A, B & E, echinacea, thyme and tea tree oil can cure acne. Vitamin B complex can improve your acne dramatically. Take vitamin B tablet containing all the B viramins, you should see results in a few weeks.</div><div> 2. Carbohydrate foods with low glycemic index or a low GI diet can improve acne by 50 percent.</div><div> 3.</div><div><br /></div><div> Grind nutmeg (jaiphal) with unboiled milk and apply on acne for 1-2 hours. This works as a magic. Pimples should disappear without leaving a mark.</div><div> 4.</div><div><br /></div><div> Make a paste by mixing honey and cinnamon powder. Apply this paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it next morning with warm water. Repeat for two weeks, pimples will disappear forever.</div><div> 5.</div><div><br /></div><div> Apply a mixture of 1 teaspoon lemon juice and 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder. Note that this remedy is not for sensitive skin.</div><div> 6.</div><div><br /></div><div> Make orange peel paste by grinding it in some water. Apply on and around pimples.</div><div> 7.</div><div><br /></div><div> Rub fresh garlic on and around pimples. Pimples will disappear without a mark with regular applications.</div><div> 8.</div><div><br /></div><div> Mix 1 tablespoon groundnut oil with 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice to prevent formation of blackheads and acne .</div><div> 9.</div><div><br /></div><div> Apply fresh mint juice over the face every night for the treatment of pimples, insect stings, eczema, scabies, & other skin infections.</div><div> 10.</div><div><br /></div><div> Ground drumstick pods and leaves and mix mixed with fresh lime juice, and apply on pimples. This is also good for blackheads and dark spots.</div><div> 11.</div><div><br /></div><div> Apply a paste of fresh methi (fenugreek) leaves over the face every night for 10-15 minutes and washed with warm water. This will prevent pimples, blackheads, and wrinkles.</div><div> 12.</div><div><br /></div><div> Mix groundnut oil with an equal amtount of fresh lime juice and apply on face. Leave for 10-15 minutes and wash. It may be applied daily to prevent formation of blackheads and pimples (acne).</div><div> 13.</div><div><br /></div><div> Apply juice of raw papaya (including the skin and seed) on swelling pimples or acne.</div><div> 14.</div><div><br /></div><div> Apply fresh lime juice mixed to a glass of boiled milk as a face wash for pimples, blackheads, and cracked skin.</div><div> 15.</div><div><br /></div><div> Mix lime juice and rose water in equal portions. Apply on affected area. Wash it off after 20-30 minutes with lukewarm water.</div><div> 16.</div><div><br /></div><div> Apply ripe tomato or cucumber pulp on acne pimples and keep upto 1 hour, then wash.</div><div> 17.</div><div><br /></div><div> Make a paste of roasted & powdered pomgranate skin with fresh lime juice and apply over boils,acne, pimple, blackheads and whiteheads.</div><div> 18.</div><div><br /></div><div> Apply grated potatoes as poultice to treat skin blemishes, wrinkles, boils, pimples, blackheads, whiteheads , etc.</div><div> 19.</div><div><br /></div><div> Make a paste of sandalwood with rose water. Apply on affected area. Wash it off after 20-30 minutes with lukewarm water.</div><div> 20.</div><div><br /></div><div> Make a paste of ground radish seeds with water and apply on face to remove blackheads.</div><div> 21.</div><div><br /></div><div> Apply a paste of ground seasame seeds with water as poultice for inflammation of the skin due to allergies, skin rashes, and pimples - acne.</div><div> 22.</div><div><br /></div><div> Apply a paste of fresh fenugreek - methi leaves in water over the face every night and washed with warm water in the morning for preventing pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, dryness, and wrinkles.</div><div> 23.</div><div><br /></div><div> Make a paste of ground orange peel with water and apply on the affected area. Wash it off after 20-30 minutes with lukewarm water.</div><div> 24.</div><div><br /></div><div> Make a paste of salt in vinegar. Rub it on the pimples. Wash it off after 20-30 minutes with lukewarm water.</div><div> 25.</div><div><br /></div><div> Make a paste of turmeric powder in mint juice. Apply on affected area. Wash it off after 20-30 minutes with lukewarm water.</div><div> 26.</div><div><br /></div><div> Make a paste of neem leaves with turmeric powder. Apply on affected area. Wash it off after 20-30 minutes with lukewarm water. This is a good cure of acne.</div><div> 27.</div><div><br /></div><div> Apply fresh mint juice over face every night for pimples or acne prevention.</div><div> 28.</div><div><br /></div><div> Drinking of wheatgrass juice may remove acne. </div><div><br /></div><div>Acne on Scalp</div><div><br /></div><div>Scalp acne is treated in the same manner as the acne on face.</div><div><br /></div><div> 1. Try any of the remedies given above.</div><div> 2. Dip a cotton ball in a skin cleanser containing salicylic acid and apply on the acne area.</div><div> 3. Do not use any acne cream/oil containing benzoil peroxide or other peroxide ingredients on the scalp because it may change the color of your hair.</div><div> 4. Mix 4 parts tea tree oil to 1 part lavender oil in olive oil or any other oil and apply to the scalp as a shampoo. This works as a wonder if your scalp problem is due to any infection.</div><div> 5. Boil a cup of neem leaves in water. Wash your head with this water when it is warm. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The term acne is derived from the Greek word Acne which means skin eruption. In medical circle, it is known as Acne Vulgaris. Acne or pimples is a disorder that causes your skin to inflame due to changes in the sebaceous or oil glands found on your skin and hair follicles. The inflammation can either be small or large, tender or hard, soft or dull, red, black or white. It usually occurs on the face, neck, shoulders, back and chest, but eruption of acne all over the body is not unusual.</div><div><br /></div><div>Acne is commonly known as pimple or zit. It develops when the pores on your skin get plugged. This happens due to the action of hormones and other substances on your skin's oil glands. It is the most common among teenagers in puberty, but can also affect infants, teenagers and adults alike. It is also not limited to any creed or race.</div><div><br /></div><div>If you are also an acne sufferer, you would have noticed that the 'T zone' of your face was the first acne-invaded area. The 'T-zone' includes the forehead, the nose and the chin. Apart from the T-zone, acne may also appear on your cheeks and other parts of the face. The second most common area for acne to appear is the back, followed by the neck, the chest, and the shoulders.</div><div><br /></div><div>Though acne, over time, diminishes gradually and then disappears entirely, some people suffer from this infliction throughout their lives. They develop acne as late as in their 40s or 50s. In fact, acne affects a large portion of the world's population at some time or the other in their lifespan.</div><div><br /></div><div>Actually, acne is such a common condition that it affects approximately 85% people between the ages of 12 and 24. 25% of this 85% suffer from acne in other places besides the face. As a matter of fact, acne can be so severe that you can be forced to seek medical help, which is done by at least 40% of all acne sufferers.</div><div><br /></div><div>Unfortunately, acne has been surrounded by myths and misconceptions since decades. You might believe that a particular type of diet, stress, anger, frustration, and similar feelings would lead to acne. But, this is not true. You might also believe that exposure to sun would cure your acne. This is again not true.</div><div><br /></div><div>However, there are several medications, therapies, techniques, and tips available to help cure your acne. But, the type of treatment you chose would depend on your stage of acne, skin color, and the type of acne you have. In addition to finding out more about your particular type of acne, you will also have to take special care of your skin. While acne is not a life-threatening disorder, it can cause permanent scars. Though you can undertake treatment for scars, these might have a psychological effect and social impact. But, you do not need to worry as today acne is not something that happens to only a particular type of people. In fact, it has become a global phenomenon. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> Acne (Acne)</div><div><br /></div><div>W hen dealing with the phenomen of pimples it is usually youth pimples that comes to mind. Youth pimples stands out from pimples in grown ups in that the latter variant is more likely to be accompanied by seborrheic (greasy) skin. On the other hand is it less often that the problem first arise after the individual is grown up. Adults is considered to respond better to treatment with antibiotics (teracyclines/penicillin) than what youths does. In both cases the inflammations certainly decrease, but they usually come back fast in youths after finished course of treatment. A state of numerous pimples is called acne. The emergance of acne has its reasons in the production of tallow in the skin on one hand, but also due to the fact that the openings of the surface of the skin of the sebaceous glands is stopped up, usually by horn cells (skin cells). The preliminary stage of a pimple is the comedone. (a so-called blackhead. Divided into "whiteheads" and "blackheads" it is usually said that the white ones is the most dangerous.) Far from all comedons is possible to see with the naked eye. In addition to the large comedons is there small rascals, as well, which is called micro comedons.</div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div>* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *</div><div> Sulphur preparations</div><div><br /></div><div>I n the old days it was common to treat acne with sulphur preparations. This leads in the short term to a desiccation of the skin, after which the proportions of the inflammations seems to decrease. However, the obstruction of the sebaucous glands is increased so that more micro comedons occur. In the long term the acne returns with a vengeance.That is why sulphur preparations is preferably used in combination with other preparations nowadays.</div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div>* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *</div><div> Non-prescription preparations</div><div><br /></div><div>T he most common preparations on the market contains benzoyl peroxid or salicyl acid. Benzoyl peroxid works in a germicidal and deobstructing way, but stimulates renewal of cells in the horn layer of the skin. Salicyl acid is deobstructing and germicidal. However, it is uncertain whether it is effective in the frequently used concentrations.</div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div>* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *</div><div> Prescription preparations</div><div><br /></div><div>A -vitamine acid preparats that is common at drug stores, like Aberela, is available on prescription only (Sweden). Otherwise is a-vitamine acid the presumably most effective common prescription ingredient in salves and suchlike things. The one who searches can find salves and creams with a-vitamine acid or a derivative from a-vitamine in the free supplies of the shops. The concentrations may then be significantly higher than the for the drug store salve usual 0,05 per cent. The risk with a-vitamine acid is that skin irritation may occur, especially in connection with sun-bathing. Very often the skin needs to get used to the salve through an initially escalated treatment. A-vitamine acid must not be used in connection with pregnancy!</div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div>* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *</div><div> Tea tree oil</div><div><br /></div><div>E very once in a while you hear that so-called tea tree oil is supposed to be just as effective against acne as benzoyl peroxid. Perhaps, and especially when the skin is washed in an aromatherapy. To let concentrated tea tree oil sink into the skin without accompanying washing irritates it with likely undesired effects such as increased secretion of tallow etc. as a result. In an aromatherapy can concentrated oil be effective, especially together with a-vitamine acid preparats.</div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div>* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *</div><div> Combinative effects</div><div><br /></div><div>S alves with a-vitamine and salves with benzoyl peroxid should not be applied to the skin together. The benzoyl peroxid oxidates the a-vitamine and makes it ineffective. Benz oylperoxid should be used separately on the whole. Yet does it work perfectly well to alternate between benzoyl peroxid and a-vitamine acid, for example, between night and day or the like.</div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div>* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *</div><div> Sun-bathing</div><div><br /></div><div>S un-bathing and ultra-violet radiation have a favourable effect on acne, at least temporally. All preparats should be washed off where the skin is exposed to radiation.</div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div>* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *</div><div> Diet etc.</div><div><br /></div><div>T he current recommendations advice the affected to avoid foods that seem to make the acne worse. In spite of the fact that no scientific examinations have been made to support the importance of food is it, however,unquestionable that food do play an important role. Milk products and iodic foods constitutes classic risk factors. Fat foods and choclet may be of subordinated importance by themselves. However, the risks are accentuated by other risk food that is consumed together with these. Deep cleansing of the skin affects the condition in a positive way by decreasing the amount of stagnant material in the skin, in which infection can occur. Note that only "silent" comedons may be driven out with mechanical influence. Inflamed pimples should not be touched as the bacterial material can spread between sebaucous glands and depth-wise, as well. A visit at a cosmetologist can be a good idea for a proper treatment , even if those surely will charge a criminal amount of money for the service.</div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div>* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *</div><div> Internal treatment</div><div><br /></div><div>I n more serious cases of acne can a-vitamine be used as well as antibiotics for internal treatment. This should take place under the supervision of a responsible skin doctor. A-vitamine is toxic in large quantities. Especially noticeable is its foetus-damaging effects, in particular if any lack of essential nutriments seems to exist. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Acne can be embarrassing when it pops up in adulthood, yet, it’s not uncommon. Up to 12 percent of adult women in the US suffer from facial acne, which persists into middle age, says a study in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.</div><div><br /></div><div>“When adults come into my office with acne, they’re much more distraught than teens,” agrees Paul Cohen, a dermatologist at the Rosedale Dermatology Centre. “For teens, acne is sort of a rite of passage but for women—especially those who start breaking out for the first time as adults—they can get quite upset by it.”</div><div><br /></div><div>Whether you are prone to the occasional pimple or are experiencing a more serious skin problem, read on for ways to get clearer skin today.</div><div><br /></div><div>A Common Condition:</div><div> “It’s a myth that acne is only an issue for teenagers,” says Cohen. Though some women have breakouts on their back and chest, where there are a lot of oil glands, most women get pimples on their chin and jaw line. As if adult breakouts aren’t tough enough to deal with—especially if you’re trying to combat wrinkles at the same time—they can even leave more of a mark, since older skin takes longer to heal.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The Causes:</div><div>Whether you’ve been dealing with acne since high school or just had your first breakout at age 35, these are some of the common causes:</div><div><br /></div><div> * A family history: If your mom or dad had severe scarring acne, you’re more likely to inherit the same problem.</div><div> * Withdrawal from the pill: The birth control pill is an excellent treatment for acne, and going off the pill may trigger breakouts.</div><div> * Stress: The stress response causes the release of cortisol, which can increase oil production and block pores.</div><div> * Rich anti-wrinkle products: Using oily creams can also lead to breakouts.</div><div> * Dairy products: Recent research links dairy intake to acne because many milk products contain hormones.</div><div> * Sugary foods: A Colorado State University study suggests that a Western diet—highly processed carbs and sugary drinks and foods—may boost hormones and insulin—which stimulates oil production and clogs pores.</div><div> * Pregnancy: The hormonal changes of pregnancy may aggravate skin problems.</div><div><br /></div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div>Hit the Drug Store If…You Just Have a Few Zits</div><div><br /></div><div>Dry up pimples with a product containing benzoyl peroxide. Stick to moisturizers that are specifically formulated for acne-prone skin, as well as oil-free, non-comedogenic make-up.</div><div><br /></div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div>See a Dermatologist If…Your Acne is Scarring or If You Have Dark Skin (Which Scars More Easily)</div><div><br /></div><div>A dermatologist will review your medical history to find out what’s causing your acne. If it’s a hormonal cause, she may prescribe one of the following treatments:</div><div><br /></div><div> * The pill: The birth control pill may help clear up hormone-related acne.</div><div> * Antibiotics: Tetracycline and other antibiotics reduce inflammation and kill bacteria.</div><div> * Creams: Retinol or tretinoin have exfoliating and anti-aging properties.</div><div> * Glycolic peels: These peels exfoliate the skin, getting rid of oil and blackheads.</div><div> * Accutane: This medication may cure persistent acne.</div><div> * Blue light illumination: After a chemical called Levulan is applied to the skin, a blue light is shone on the face to kill bacteria and keep skin clear for up to one year without the need for other medication, says Cohen.</div><div> * Zeno: Available at dermatologists’ offices, this new medical device destroys acne-causing bacteria and prevents pimples.</div><div><br /></div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div>A Healthy Routine</div><div><br /></div><div>When it comes to cleansing acne-prone skin, less is more. "If you wash acne-prone skin too often, you can make it worse.” Try the following routine twice a day:</div><div><br /></div><div>Step 1: Wash with a cleanser that is specifically formulated for acne-prone skin and your own skin type.</div><div><br /></div><div>Step 2: If your skin is oily, apply a toner all over, or in your T-zone (your forehead, your chin and the sides of your nose)</div><div><br /></div><div>Step 3: Apply medicated products, such as benzoyl peroxide.</div><div><br /></div><div>Step 4: Apply a sunscreen, followed with a moisturizer, in the morning.</div><div><br /></div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div>Pimples are one of the most common forms of acne. This reddish skin inflammation is very apparent especially during adolescent years. A pimple is commonly seen on the face but it is also evident in other parts of the body such as the chest and back areas.</div><div><br /></div><div>Acne pimples are unsightly skin irritations because it’s difficult to hide them under a make up, particularly when they are big and the pus is obvious. The swelling can be reduced overnight but the pimple will not actually subside after applying some overnight gel or cream. It will just dry up but will still be visible.</div><div><br /></div><div>There are some ways on how to cure acne and how to prevent them from appearing. Here are some valuable tips you can follow when you face another skin irritation challenge:</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>1. At the sight of pimple, never touch your face with an unwashed hand. Wash your hands first with soap or water even before applying any product on your face.</div><div><br /></div><div>2. Instead of applying powder to cover up too much oil (which is an agent for having acne pimples), use oil control film instead. Powder can actually block the pores and then dirt will settle on your face.</div><div><br /></div><div>3. Never prick your pimples, especially if you don’t know the process and the medicine applied during facial treatments. Pricking will just worsen the condition by scarring your skin.</div><div><br /></div><div>4. Back acne can be really itchy, particularly when the fabric of your cloth can easily irritate the skin. Never scratch your back because it will just inflame the pimples more. Instead, just rub your back lightly so you won’t scar your skin.</div><div><br /></div><div>Acne pimples take time to heal, but you can do something to alleviate the uncomfortable feeling these can bring.</div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-76871560502050864762010-02-15T20:36:00.000+05:302010-02-19T16:44:56.596+05:30AcneWhat is acne? What are the different types of acne?<br /><br />Acne (acne vulgaris, common acne) is not just a problem for teenagers; it can affect people from ages 10 through 40. It is not unusual for women, in particular, to develop acne in their mid- to late-20s, even if they have not had breakouts in years (or ever). On the positive side, those few individuals who have acne into their 40s may well grow out of it. Acne can appear on the skin as any of the following:<br /><br /> * congested pores ("comedones"),<br /><br /><br /> * whiteheads,<br /><br /><br /> * blackheads,<br /><br /><br /> * pimples ("zits"),<br /><br /><br /> * pustules, or<br /><br /><br /> * cysts (deep pimples, boils). The pus in pustules and cysts is sterile and does not actually contain infectious bacteria.<br /><br />These blemishes occur wherever there are many oil (sebaceous) glands, mainly on the face, chest, and back.<br /><br />You can do a lot to treat your acne using products available at a drugstore or cosmetic counter that do not require a prescription. However, for tougher cases of acne, you should consult a physician for treatment options.<br /><br />What causes acne?<br /><br />No one factor causes acne. Acne happens when oil (sebaceous) glands come to life around puberty, stimulated by male hormones from the adrenal glands of both boys and girls. Sebum (oil) is a natural substance which lubricates and protects the skin, and under certain circumstances, cells that are close to the surface block the openings of sebaceous glands and cause a buildup of oil underneath. This oil stimulates bacteria (which live on everyone's skin and generally cause no problems) to multiply and cause surrounding tissues to become inflamed.<br /><br />Inflammation near the skin's surface produces a pustule; deeper inflammation results in a papule (pimple); deeper still and it's a cyst. If the oil breaks though to the surface, the result is a "whitehead." If the oil accumulates melanin pigment or becomes oxidized, the oil changes from white to black, and the result is a "blackhead." Blackheads are therefore not dirt, and do not reflect poor hygiene.<br /><br />Here are some factors that don't usually cause acne, at least by themselves:<br /><br /> * Heredity: With the exception of very severe acne, most people do not have the problem exactly as their parents did. Almost everyone has some acne at some point in their life.<br /><br /><br /> * Food: Parents often tell teens to avoid pizza, chocolate, greasy and fried foods, and junk food. While these foods may not be good for overall health, they don't cause acne or make it worse. Although some recent studies have implicated milk and dairy products in aggravating acne, these findings are far from established.<br /><br /><br /> * Dirt: As mentioned above, "blackheads" are oxidized oil, not dirt. Sweat does not cause acne, therefore, it is not necessary to shower instantly after exercise for fear that sweat will clog pores. On the other hand, excessive washing can dry and irritate the skin.<br /><br /><br /> * Stress: Some people get so upset by their pimples that they pick at them and make them last longer. Stress, however, does not play much of a direct role in causing acne.<br /><br /><br /> * Hormones: Some women break out cyclically, but most women (and men) don't. Some oral contraceptive pills may help relieve acne, but unless a woman has abnormal menstrual periods and excessive hair growth, it's unlikely that hormones play much of a role in causing acne. Pregnancy has a variable effect on acne; some women report that they clear up completely, and others get worse, while many others see no overall change.<br /><br /><br /> * Cosmetics: Most cosmetic and skin-care products are not pore-clogging ("comedogenic"). Of the many available brands, those which are listed as "water-based" or "oil-free" are generally a better choice.<br /><br />In occasional patients, the following may be contributing factors:<br /><br /> * Pressure: In some patients, pressure from helmets, chinstraps, collars, suspenders, and the like can aggravate acne.<br /><br /><br /> * Drugs: Some medications may cause or worsen acne, such as those containing iodides, bromides, or oral or injected steroids (either the medically prescribed prednisone or the steroids that bodybuilders or athletes take). Other drugs that can cause or aggravate acne are anticonvulsant medications and lithium, which is used to treat bipolar disorder. Most cases of acne, however, are not drug-related.<br /><br /><br /> * Occupations: In some jobs, exposure to industrial products like cutting oils may produce acne.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Acne Vulgaris is the most common form of acne. Acne vulgaris lesions include blackheads, whiteheads, papules, pustules, nodules and cysts.<br /><br />Mild to Moderate acne vulgaris consists of the following types of acne spots:<br /><br />Whiteheads: Whiteheads result when a pore is completely blocked, trapping sebum (oil), bacteria, and dead skin cells, causing a white appearance on the surface. Whiteheads are normally quicker in life cycle than blackheads. You can view a diagram of a whitehead on the what is acne page. The Regimen provides a step-by-step program on how to treat whiteheads.<br /><br />Blackheads: Blackheads result when a pore is only partially blocked, allowing some of the trapped sebum (oil), bacteria, and dead skin cells to slowly drain to the surface. The black color is not caused by dirt. Rather, it is the skin's own pigment, melanin, reacting with the oxygen in the air. A blackhead tends to be a stable structure, and can often take a long time to clear. You can view a diagram of a blackhead on the what is acne page. The Regimen provides a step-by-step program on how to treat blackheads.<br /><br />Papules: Papules are inflamed, red, tender bumps with no head. Do not squeeze a papule. It will do no good, and may exacerbate scarring. The Regimen provides a step-by-step program on how to treat papules.<br /><br /><br />Pustules: A pustule is inflamed, and appears as a red circle with a white or yellow center. Pustules are your garden variety zit. Before you pop or squeeze such a lesion, be sure to read about how to pop a pimple. The Regimen provides a step-by-step program on how to treat pustules.<br />Acne Vulgaris - Severe<br /><br />Severe acne vulgaris is characterized by nodules and cysts:<br /><br />Nodules: As opposed to the lesions mentioned above, nodular acne consists of acne spots which are much larger, can be quite painful, and can sometimes last for months. Nodules are large, hard bumps under the skin's surface. Scarring is common. Unresolved nodules can sometimes leave an impaction behind, which can flare again and again. Absolutely do not attempt to squeeze such a lesion. You may cause severe trauma to the skin and the lesion may last for months longer than it normally would. Dermatologists often have ways of lessening swelling and preventing scarring, such as injecting the lesion with cortisone.<br /><br />Cysts: An acne cyst can appear similar to a nodule, but is pus-filled, and is described as having a diameter of 5mm or more across. They can be painful. Again, scarring is common with cystic acne. Squeezing an acne cyst may cause a deeper infection and more painful inflammation which will last much longer than if you had left it alone. Dermatologists often have ways of lessening swelling and preventing scarring, such as administering a cortisone shot.<br />Acne Rosacea<br /><br />Acne Rosacea can look similar to the aforementioned acne vulgaris, and the two types of acne are sometimes confused for one another.<br /><br />Rosacea affects millions of people, most of whom are over the age of 30. It appears as a red rash which is normally confined to the cheeks, nose, forehead and chin. The redness is often accompanied by bumps, pimples, and skin blemishes. Blood vessels may also become more visible on the skin. Blackheads are not part of rosacea. It is more prevalent in women, but often more severe when found in men. Left untreated, it can cause swelling of the nose and the growth of excess tissue, a condition called rhinophyma. Treatment is often different for rosacea than for acne, and it is important that you consult a dermatologist if you suspect you are experiencing rosacea.<br /><br />Acne Rosacea message board<br />Severe forms of acne<br /><br />Severe forms of acne are rare, but they inflict great hardship to the people who experience them.<br /><br />Acne Conglobata: This is the most severe form of acne vulgaris and is more common in males. It is characterized by numerous large lesions, which are sometimes interconnected, along with widespread blackheads. It can cause severe, irrevocable damage to the skin, and disfiguring scarring. It is found on the face, chest, back, buttocks, upper arms, and thighs. The age of onset for acne conglobata is usually between 18 to 30 years, and the condition can stay active for many years. As with all forms of acne, the cause of acne conglobata is unknown. Treatment usually includes isotretinoin (Accutane), and although acne conglobata is sometimes resistant to treatment, it can often be controlled through aggressive treatment over time.<br /><br />Acne Fulminans: This is an abrupt onset of acne conglobata which normally afflicts young men. Symptoms of severe nodulocystic, often ulcerating acne are apparent. As with acne conglobata, extreme, disfiguring scarring is common. Acne fulminans is unique in that it also includes a fever and aching of the joints. Acne fulminans does not respond well to antibiotics. Isotretinoin (Accutane) and oral steroids are normally prescribed.<br /><br />Gram-Negative Folliculitis: This condition is a bacterial infection characterized by pustules and cysts, possibly occurring as a complication resulting from a long term antibiotic treatment of acne vulgaris. It is a rare condition, and we do not know if it is more common in males or females at this time. Fortunately, isotretinoin (Accutane) is often effective in combating gram-negative folliculitis.<br /><br />Pyoderma Faciale (Rosacea Fulminans): This type of severe facial acne affects only females, usually between the ages of 20 to 40 years old, and is characterized by large painful nodules, pustules, and sores, all of which may scar. It begins abruptly, and may occur on the skin of a woman who has never had acne before. It is confined to the face, and usually does not last longer than one year, but can wreak havoc in a very short time. Doctors often prescribe isotretinoin (Accutane) and systemic corticosteroids are sometimes use an an adjunct.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />How to pop a pimple<br /><br />If you must pop, pop safely<br /><br />Common advice is to let your body heal a pimple on its own without popping. But in the real world, some people absolutely refuse to go around with a bulging white zit for the world to see. Plus, when done properly, popping a pimple can actually be beneficial to the healing process. Reserve this technique only for pimples that are absolutely begging to be popped—all the way at the surface and white. After a shower is best, when the skin is supple.<br /><br /> 1. Disinfect a needle with rubbing alcohol. A basic sharp sewing needle is a good choice.<br /> 2. Gently prick the pimple’s surface.<br /> 3. Take two tissues and wrap your index fingers with them.<br /> 4. Squeeze from the sides, confidently but gently, using a down-and-in motion. Don’t force it. If the pimple is ready, it’ll pop. If it doesn’t, leave it be. Be sure to stop if clear fluid or blood starts to come out.<br /> 5. Continuing to work at a lesion that is not ready to be popped can lead to scarring. Walk away from the mirror!<br /><br />.<br /><br /><br />Please check if you have any allergies or sensitivity with some ingredients; such as glycerin, lemons, orange, garlic, papaya, eggs, etc. The following acne treatment and cures are good for all body acne including scalp acne. After you have successfully treated your acne, you will need to treat your acne scars, if any.<br /><br />Acne usually begins with blackheads. Blackheads are formed when oil and dead cells get trapped in a pore. They then turn black when exposed to air. When blackheads become inflamed, they become red (pimples). They multiply when touched with dirty hands. So to get rid of acne, you should try blackhead remedies.<br /><br /> 1. Zinc, Vitamin A, B & E, echinacea, thyme and tea tree oil can cure acne. Vitamin B complex can improve your acne dramatically. Take vitamin B tablet containing all the B viramins, you should see results in a few weeks.<br /> 2. Carbohydrate foods with low glycemic index or a low GI diet can improve acne by 50 percent.<br /> 3.<br /><br /> Grind nutmeg (jaiphal) with unboiled milk and apply on acne for 1-2 hours. This works as a magic. Pimples should disappear without leaving a mark.<br /> 4.<br /><br /> Make a paste by mixing honey and cinnamon powder. Apply this paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it next morning with warm water. Repeat for two weeks, pimples will disappear forever.<br /> 5.<br /><br /> Apply a mixture of 1 teaspoon lemon juice and 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder. Note that this remedy is not for sensitive skin.<br /> 6.<br /><br /> Make orange peel paste by grinding it in some water. Apply on and around pimples.<br /> 7.<br /><br /> Rub fresh garlic on and around pimples. Pimples will disappear without a mark with regular applications.<br /> 8.<br /><br /> Mix 1 tablespoon groundnut oil with 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice to prevent formation of blackheads and acne .<br /> 9.<br /><br /> Apply fresh mint juice over the face every night for the treatment of pimples, insect stings, eczema, scabies, & other skin infections.<br /> 10.<br /><br /> Ground drumstick pods and leaves and mix mixed with fresh lime juice, and apply on pimples. This is also good for blackheads and dark spots.<br /> 11.<br /><br /> Apply a paste of fresh methi (fenugreek) leaves over the face every night for 10-15 minutes and washed with warm water. This will prevent pimples, blackheads, and wrinkles.<br /> 12.<br /><br /> Mix groundnut oil with an equal amtount of fresh lime juice and apply on face. Leave for 10-15 minutes and wash. It may be applied daily to prevent formation of blackheads and pimples (acne).<br /> 13.<br /><br /> Apply juice of raw papaya (including the skin and seed) on swelling pimples or acne.<br /> 14.<br /><br /> Apply fresh lime juice mixed to a glass of boiled milk as a face wash for pimples, blackheads, and cracked skin.<br /> 15.<br /><br /> Mix lime juice and rose water in equal portions. Apply on affected area. Wash it off after 20-30 minutes with lukewarm water.<br /> 16.<br /><br /> Apply ripe tomato or cucumber pulp on acne pimples and keep upto 1 hour, then wash.<br /> 17.<br /><br /> Make a paste of roasted & powdered pomgranate skin with fresh lime juice and apply over boils,acne, pimple, blackheads and whiteheads.<br /> 18.<br /><br /> Apply grated potatoes as poultice to treat skin blemishes, wrinkles, boils, pimples, blackheads, whiteheads , etc.<br /> 19.<br /><br /> Make a paste of sandalwood with rose water. Apply on affected area. Wash it off after 20-30 minutes with lukewarm water.<br /> 20.<br /><br /> Make a paste of ground radish seeds with water and apply on face to remove blackheads.<br /> 21.<br /><br /> Apply a paste of ground seasame seeds with water as poultice for inflammation of the skin due to allergies, skin rashes, and pimples - acne.<br /> 22.<br /><br /> Apply a paste of fresh fenugreek - methi leaves in water over the face every night and washed with warm water in the morning for preventing pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, dryness, and wrinkles.<br /> 23.<br /><br /> Make a paste of ground orange peel with water and apply on the affected area. Wash it off after 20-30 minutes with lukewarm water.<br /> 24.<br /><br /> Make a paste of salt in vinegar. Rub it on the pimples. Wash it off after 20-30 minutes with lukewarm water.<br /> 25.<br /><br /> Make a paste of turmeric powder in mint juice. Apply on affected area. Wash it off after 20-30 minutes with lukewarm water.<br /> 26.<br /><br /> Make a paste of neem leaves with turmeric powder. Apply on affected area. Wash it off after 20-30 minutes with lukewarm water. This is a good cure of acne.<br /> 27.<br /><br /> Apply fresh mint juice over face every night for pimples or acne prevention.<br /> 28.<br /><br /> Drinking of wheatgrass juice may remove acne.<br /><br />Acne on Scalp<br /><br />Scalp acne is treated in the same manner as the acne on face.<br /><br /> 1. Try any of the remedies given above.<br /> 2. Dip a cotton ball in a skin cleanser containing salicylic acid and apply on the acne area.<br /> 3. Do not use any acne cream/oil containing benzoil peroxide or other peroxide ingredients on the scalp because it may change the color of your hair.<br /> 4. Mix 4 parts tea tree oil to 1 part lavender oil in olive oil or any other oil and apply to the scalp as a shampoo. This works as a wonder if your scalp problem is due to any infection.<br /> 5. Boil a cup of neem leaves in water. Wash your head with this water when it is warm.<br /><br /><br />The term acne is derived from the Greek word Acne which means skin eruption. In medical circle, it is known as Acne Vulgaris. Acne or pimples is a disorder that causes your skin to inflame due to changes in the sebaceous or oil glands found on your skin and hair follicles. The inflammation can either be small or large, tender or hard, soft or dull, red, black or white. It usually occurs on the face, neck, shoulders, back and chest, but eruption of acne all over the body is not unusual.<br /><br />Acne is commonly known as pimple or zit. It develops when the pores on your skin get plugged. This happens due to the action of hormones and other substances on your skin's oil glands. It is the most common among teenagers in puberty, but can also affect infants, teenagers and adults alike. It is also not limited to any creed or race.<br /><br />If you are also an acne sufferer, you would have noticed that the 'T zone' of your face was the first acne-invaded area. The 'T-zone' includes the forehead, the nose and the chin. Apart from the T-zone, acne may also appear on your cheeks and other parts of the face. The second most common area for acne to appear is the back, followed by the neck, the chest, and the shoulders.<br /><br />Though acne, over time, diminishes gradually and then disappears entirely, some people suffer from this infliction throughout their lives. They develop acne as late as in their 40s or 50s. In fact, acne affects a large portion of the world's population at some time or the other in their lifespan.<br /><br />Actually, acne is such a common condition that it affects approximately 85% people between the ages of 12 and 24. 25% of this 85% suffer from acne in other places besides the face. As a matter of fact, acne can be so severe that you can be forced to seek medical help, which is done by at least 40% of all acne sufferers.<br /><br />Unfortunately, acne has been surrounded by myths and misconceptions since decades. You might believe that a particular type of diet, stress, anger, frustration, and similar feelings would lead to acne. But, this is not true. You might also believe that exposure to sun would cure your acne. This is again not true.<br /><br />However, there are several medications, therapies, techniques, and tips available to help cure your acne. But, the type of treatment you chose would depend on your stage of acne, skin color, and the type of acne you have. In addition to finding out more about your particular type of acne, you will also have to take special care of your skin. While acne is not a life-threatening disorder, it can cause permanent scars. Though you can undertake treatment for scars, these might have a psychological effect and social impact. But, you do not need to worry as today acne is not something that happens to only a particular type of people. In fact, it has become a global phenomenon.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /> Acne (Acne)<br /><br />W hen dealing with the phenomen of pimples it is usually youth pimples that comes to mind. Youth pimples stands out from pimples in grown ups in that the latter variant is more likely to be accompanied by seborrheic (greasy) skin. On the other hand is it less often that the problem first arise after the individual is grown up. Adults is considered to respond better to treatment with antibiotics (teracyclines/penicillin) than what youths does. In both cases the inflammations certainly decrease, but they usually come back fast in youths after finished course of treatment. A state of numerous pimples is called acne. The emergance of acne has its reasons in the production of tallow in the skin on one hand, but also due to the fact that the openings of the surface of the skin of the sebaceous glands is stopped up, usually by horn cells (skin cells). The preliminary stage of a pimple is the comedone. (a so-called blackhead. Divided into "whiteheads" and "blackheads" it is usually said that the white ones is the most dangerous.) Far from all comedons is possible to see with the naked eye. In addition to the large comedons is there small rascals, as well, which is called micro comedons.<br /><br /><br />* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *<br /> Sulphur preparations<br /><br />I n the old days it was common to treat acne with sulphur preparations. This leads in the short term to a desiccation of the skin, after which the proportions of the inflammations seems to decrease. However, the obstruction of the sebaucous glands is increased so that more micro comedons occur. In the long term the acne returns with a vengeance.That is why sulphur preparations is preferably used in combination with other preparations nowadays.<br /><br /><br />* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *<br /> Non-prescription preparations<br /><br />T he most common preparations on the market contains benzoyl peroxid or salicyl acid. Benzoyl peroxid works in a germicidal and deobstructing way, but stimulates renewal of cells in the horn layer of the skin. Salicyl acid is deobstructing and germicidal. However, it is uncertain whether it is effective in the frequently used concentrations.<br /><br /><br />* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *<br /> Prescription preparations<br /><br />A -vitamine acid preparats that is common at drug stores, like Aberela, is available on prescription only (Sweden). Otherwise is a-vitamine acid the presumably most effective common prescription ingredient in salves and suchlike things. The one who searches can find salves and creams with a-vitamine acid or a derivative from a-vitamine in the free supplies of the shops. The concentrations may then be significantly higher than the for the drug store salve usual 0,05 per cent. The risk with a-vitamine acid is that skin irritation may occur, especially in connection with sun-bathing. Very often the skin needs to get used to the salve through an initially escalated treatment. A-vitamine acid must not be used in connection with pregnancy!<br /><br /><br />* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *<br /> Tea tree oil<br /><br />E very once in a while you hear that so-called tea tree oil is supposed to be just as effective against acne as benzoyl peroxid. Perhaps, and especially when the skin is washed in an aromatherapy. To let concentrated tea tree oil sink into the skin without accompanying washing irritates it with likely undesired effects such as increased secretion of tallow etc. as a result. In an aromatherapy can concentrated oil be effective, especially together with a-vitamine acid preparats.<br /><br /><br />* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *<br /> Combinative effects<br /><br />S alves with a-vitamine and salves with benzoyl peroxid should not be applied to the skin together. The benzoyl peroxid oxidates the a-vitamine and makes it ineffective. Benz oylperoxid should be used separately on the whole. Yet does it work perfectly well to alternate between benzoyl peroxid and a-vitamine acid, for example, between night and day or the like.<br /><br /><br />* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *<br /> Sun-bathing<br /><br />S un-bathing and ultra-violet radiation have a favourable effect on acne, at least temporally. All preparats should be washed off where the skin is exposed to radiation.<br /><br /><br />* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *<br /> Diet etc.<br /><br />T he current recommendations advice the affected to avoid foods that seem to make the acne worse. In spite of the fact that no scientific examinations have been made to support the importance of food is it, however,unquestionable that food do play an important role. Milk products and iodic foods constitutes classic risk factors. Fat foods and choclet may be of subordinated importance by themselves. However, the risks are accentuated by other risk food that is consumed together with these. Deep cleansing of the skin affects the condition in a positive way by decreasing the amount of stagnant material in the skin, in which infection can occur. Note that only "silent" comedons may be driven out with mechanical influence. Inflamed pimples should not be touched as the bacterial material can spread between sebaucous glands and depth-wise, as well. A visit at a cosmetologist can be a good idea for a proper treatment , even if those surely will charge a criminal amount of money for the service.<br /><br /><br />* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *<br /> Internal treatment<br /><br />I n more serious cases of acne can a-vitamine be used as well as antibiotics for internal treatment. This should take place under the supervision of a responsible skin doctor. A-vitamine is toxic in large quantities. Especially noticeable is its foetus-damaging effects, in particular if any lack of essential nutriments seems to exist.<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-84049608794744411792010-02-14T10:53:00.004+05:302010-02-14T10:59:47.298+05:30Overnight Pimple CureMany people know how difficult it can be to get rid of pimples; in fact they have tried just about everything to get their pimples to go away. However, some people find that a lot of treatments just do not work for them.<br /><br />There are so many treatments on the market that claim to clear up pimples in a short amount of times. However, many people find that they need that pesky pimple gone over night, not just in a short time.<br /><br />Here is a scenario where someone like you would need to have a pimple gone now. It is the day before the a school event and you have this big red dot on the tip of your nose and you want it gone before tomorrow night.<br /><br />Well we have searched out a few overnight home pimple remedies that might help you get rid of acne quick and easy.<br /><br />One: If you want to have that pimple gone overnight you can use something that you will find right on your bathroom counter. Grab a tube of toothpaste, it does not matter what kind, any brand will do. Dab a bit on your finger and put it on your pimple. Let the toothpaste dry and stay there on your pimple over night. Often times this clears it up and it will be gone in the morning.<br /><br />Two: You can sometimes get rid of the redness and inflammation by using just two products many have found to not only work well for the problems they were made for but also work well for pimples. Take two Advil capsules, they have ingredients that will get rid of inflammation. Then take a bottle of Visine eye drops, put a drop on your pimple. The Visine will sometimes take the red out of the pimple just like it does for your eyes.<br /><br />Three: To draw out any impurities you may have in your skin you can use a couple of different things. You can take an egg and crack it open, separate the yolk from the white and take a little of the white and dab it on your pimple. You can also boil a pot of water with lavender oil. Once the water is boiling turn it off and remove it from the stove. Put a towel over your head and hang your head over the pot letting the steam hit your face. This will draw out the impurities and have a calming effect.<br /><br />Four: If you have bad acne there is no need to go out and spend a fortune on face masks and cleansers. All you need is some milk of magnesia. Apply a thin layer to your face and let it dry. Once it has dried you can take a clean, wet washcloth and wash your face. Be sure to pat your skin dry instead of rubbing it. This has been known to work just as good or better than those pricey masks.<br /><br />Another home made mask is to use cooked oatmeal. Instead of eating it you put it on your face and let it dry. Then wash it off.<br /><br />These are just a few examples of an overnight home remedy that might work for you. Just remember that home remedies may or may not help you because everyone has different skin, and body chemistry, and eating habits.<br /><br />Pimples are a common problem among the teenage and young adult population. Pimples can come at some of the most inconvenient times and can be embarrassing when you have to go out in public with one. Hopefully these home remedy ideas will help you so you don't have to worry about that any longer.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />There's nothing worse than waking up in the morning, looking in the mirror and seeing a huge pimple staring back at you. What's equally as bad is having to wait days for it to go away. That's why you need to continue reading so that you can discover the best overnight pimple cure that will help to banish those nasty whiteheads, zits and pustules that can make life a nightmare.<br /><br />One of the most popular of all the overnight pimple cures is to use toothpaste on individual spots to dry them out. Not only will the pimples be dried, but the ingredients in the toothpaste will have an anti-bacterial effect on the zits as well, helping to prevent infection of other pores and more acne lesions. Toothpaste is very cheap as well, and most people have it lying around the house in plentiful amounts. What you should remember when using toothpaste as an acne treatment is that you should only apply it to individual pimples, not large areas of your face.<br /><br />A more natural cure for pimples is to use lemon juice as a topical treatment. Once again, you apply it directly to the zits, once every couple of hours, whilst the citric acid works to both dry out the pimple as well as killing any bacteria in the surrounding area. One of the best things about using lemon juice is that it is completely natural- there are no nasty contaminants or artificial chemicals in it that could irritate your skin (this is assuming that you will be juicing fresh lemons, as opposed to using pre-bottled lemon juice)<br /><br />What you should never do to try and get rid of pimples quickly is use extreme treatment methods like forcefully popping whiteheads, lancing them with a needle, or picking them off. The only time you should ever pop a pimple is if it is a whitehead and the pus can come out with almost no pressure. If you have to squeeze and strain, or if it causes you pain, then you must stop or risk making the pimple infected.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Pimples Home Remedies<br /><br />Mix 1 tablespoon groundnut oil with 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice to prevent formation of blackheads and pimples.<br /><br />Another overnight home remedy for zapping a zit is to put a dab of toothpaste on it to help dry it out. You may need to test this on a short-term basis to make sure it doesn't irritate your pimple. Calamine lotion will have the same drying effect.<br /><br />Honey is a great remedy for pimples and acne. It kills bacteria and leaves the skin pimple free.<br /><br />A common home remedy for pimples is toothpaste. Use the paste variety, not gel and gently apply a small drop directly on top of the blemish and let it dry. This will draw the pimple out and leave you blemish free. If left on too long, the skin may become irritated.<br /><br />Juice of raw papaya is the best treatment for pimples. Apply fresh juice of raw papaya on pimples and get a good result.<br /><br />Take a raw potato, peel and grate it. Put the grated into a muslin piece and tie it tightly to form a pad. Rub this pad all over the face in the firm, circular motions for about 5 minutes and then wash your face. Alternatively you could directly rub potato slices all over the face, Helps to get rid of blemishes and pimple scar.<br /><br />Take a few pods of cloves and roast them dry in a pan. Powder them and add a little curd to make be a paste. Dab the paste on the pimples and let it dry. Wash off. Use this treatment regularly if you are prone to pimples. It is especially good for people who have an oily skin. The roasted cloves help to dry up the pimples faster.<br /><br />A few handy tips for those who suffer from pimple 'attacks'. Drink plenty of water and vegetable or fruit juices. Use cucumber or other fruit and vegetable packs to cure pimple scars. Maintain a diet that is rich in cottage cheese, fish and yoghurt. These help to cleanse your system and ward off pimples.<br />Pimples treatment using Zinc<br /><br />Another useful remedy for acne and pimples is zinc. It should be taken in a dose of 50 mg daily for a month to reduce pimples. Then you can reduce the dose if noticable improvements are seen on your skin.<br />Home remedy for Pimple using Orange peel<br /><br />Homemade Pimple Treatment using Orange peel has been found very effective. Pound the orange peel with water on a piece stone and apply to acne affected areas.<br /><br />Mix equal amount of lemon juice and groundnut oil to form a paste. Apply on face and leave for 15 minutes and then wash off with water. Another good remedy to prevent pimples.<br /><br />Mariglod petals crushed with a little castor oil can bring the zit to its head quickly. To suppress it, sandalwood paste with holy basil leaf helps.<br /><br />To avoid transferring bacteria and germs, clean your pillowcase, washcloths, towels, make-up brushes and applicators frequently.<br /><br />Apply fresh lime juice mixed to a glass of boiled milk as a face wash for acne, pimples, blackheads, and cracked skin.<br /><br />Apply ripe tomatoes pulp on pimples and keet upto 1 hour, then wash.<br /><br />Make a paste by mixing 3 tablespoons of honey and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder. Apply this paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it next morning with warm water. Repeat for two weeks, pimples will disappear forever.<br /><br />Use of sulphur soap is effective in keeping the oil glands clean and thus reducing pimples and acne. Grease can be removed by the use of lemon juice or camphorspirit.<br /><br />Blend cucumber and make a paste. Apply this as a mask on your face and leave it for 1/2 hour and then rinse. This refreshes your skin and prevents acne.<br /><br />A mask of grated apple mixed with a little honey is an excellent remedy for pimples. Most facial masks can be applied to the skin for 15-20 minutes then washed off with warm water, followed by a cold rinse.<br /><br />Avoid consuming ghee, butter oils and sweets.<br /><br />The Pimple affected parts must be thoroughly cleaned and wiped with a soft towel.<br /><br />Cleanse the face free of make-up at night and before going to bed.<br /><br />Fuller's earth (multani mitti) pack is an effective means to control pimples.<br /><br />Daily intake of a spoonful of honey mixed with rose water clears the skin.<br /><br />Too much fingering and bursting of pimples causes septic and may leave behind permanent marks and damages to your looks.<br /><br />Grind Neem leaves and turmeric. Mix with water to make a paste. It should be rubbed on the <br />pimple or scars, this helps clear away the spots.<br />How to reduce pimples:<br /><br /> * Regularly shampoo your hair.<br /> * Avoid unnecessarily touching your affected areas.<br /> * Change your dirty cloths , always wear clean and fresh cloth.<br /> * Wash your face twice a day with mild soap.<br /> * Avoid over make-up, only wear on special occasions.<br /> * Try to minimize your stress levels.<br /> * Keep a food diary to work out.<br /><br />Pimples Home Remedy Suggestion by Visitors<br /><br />crush some asprin and add a little water. this will create a paste. put on face for 10-15 min. by Pete<br /><br />To avoid pimples,wash your face with cold and hot water alternatively and note that you must end with cold water. by chottu<br /><br />Home Treatment to get rid of Pimple Suggested by Visitors<br /><br />Green tea was really a great affect on me, it worked wonderfully and afterwards my skin was not only acne free but soft too. take a small cereal bowl and fill about half way with water. the put in microwave for 55 seconds. put a tea bag in and stir every now and then during a five minute waiting period. then over sink dip affected area of skin into the bowl it was great for my chin and nose pimples.<br /><br />hi, i have dark pimple marks on my forehead (i don't have dandraff) .pls tell me how can i reduce it? Question asked by Sharon<br /><br />To reduce puffiness and redness on a pimpled or under eyes , or lack of sleep, try rubbing hydrocortisol. Suggested by Jessie<br /><br />Rathy says - To get rid of pimples mix sandal wood paste with a spoon of lemon juice and apply upon it.<br /><br />To get rid of pimple swelling, put an ice cube over the blemish for 2 minutes, every 30 minutes, the swelling will go down! (By Emma)<br /><br />Apply honey to a pimple before bed and cover with a bandaid for the night. Do it for 2 days and the pimple should be gone!<br /><br /><br />Overnight Home Pimple Remedy<br /><br /><br />It never fails - right before some major event - an interview, a big date, the prom, IT strikes… or rather, a ZIT strikes… It's true, acne has a way of showing up at the worst possible time but we've got an overnight home pimple remedy that will knock its socks off. And the best thing is that you don't have to leave the house - our overnight home pimple remedy is made from things you already have on hand!<br /><br />So instead of rushing out to buy the latest acne medicine or "zit cream", head to the kitchen - after all, many of the acne lotions and creams on the market include a few herbs and spices on their ingredient list.<br /><br />Our overnight home pimple remedy takes a three pronged approach to deal with the "acne problem". First, dry up any excess oil. Next, reduce any swelling. Finally, reduce the redness.<br />Don't Skip Breakfast!<br /><br />Breakfast is an important way to start your day, and a breakfast food is what we'll start out with on the path to clear skin. A mask of oatmeal will thoroughly cleanse your skin and soak up any excess oil. Mix oatmeal with just enough water to make a paste and apply to the affect area and allow to dry for 20 - 30 minutes. Rinse with tepid water. Then it's on to phase two - reduce that swelling!<br /><br />To reduce swelling, grind fresh orange peel and mix it with water to form a paste. Apply it gently and leave it on for at least 30 minutes. Let the anti-inflammatory properties of orange peel work its magic.<br /><br />Next, it's time to get the red out! Add 3 teaspoons of dried basil leaves to 1 cup boiling water and let steep for 10-20 minutes. After it cools, apply to affected area with a cotton ball. This is an excellent herbal acne treatment and general tonic for problem skin.<br /><br />Our last "prescription" is a good night's sleep. During sleep is when your body repairs itself so give it a chance to do just that. And when you wake up, that pesky acne problem will seem like it was all a bad dream.<br /><br /><br />home remedies for pimples:<br /><br />1. Garlic: take fresh garlic cloves and after crushing them, apply on your face. Or you can also eat one or two cloves daily in the morning for long-term benefits.<br /><br />2. Egg White: This is another but guaranteed effective home remedy for pimples. Apply an egg white over your face like a mask covering your face completely. Then let it dry before you wash it. Now wash your face with warm water. You can apply this egg mask on every alternate days if not everyday.<br /><br />3. Toothpaste: Its a plain myth that toothpaste is used just to clean your teeth, in fact a toothpaste and pimples have a deep connection. You can get rid of pimples overnight by applying it over your affected areas and leave it overnight. Wash it off in the morning and see the results. Nobody can even make a guess that there was any pimple over your face.<br /><br />4. Calamine Lotion: First clean your face or the affected area with an astringent. Then apply calamine lotion over the affected areas and leave it for overnight and wash it in the morning.<br /><br />5. Strawberry: Place strawberry leaves over your affected areas as the alkalinity in the leaves helps to reduce the swelling of the pimples.<br /><br />6. Mint: You can also apply mint juice over the affected areas every night. This remedy is best for all skin infections.<br /><br />7. Lemon with rose water: Take equal amounts of lemon extract and rose water and apply it over your face for say half an hour. Wash your face with fresh water or warm water and see the results in fifteen days.<br /><br />8. Basil leaves: Take 2-3 teaspoons of dried basil leaves and add them to a cup of boiling water. Now steep for 10-20 min. let it cool. And then apply it over the affected area with a cotton ball.<br /><br />9. Orange: Get the orange peel and make a paste out of it with some water in it. Then apply over your pimples for the best results.<br /><br />10. Rose Water: Apply rose water alone over your affected parts for twice or thrice a day.<br />Facial Scrubs<br /><br />1. Salt with Olive Oil: 3 tablespoons of salt mixed with 4 tablespoons of olive oil makes a really good remedy. Apply the mixture with your finger tip over the affected area. The mixture will act as an exfoliating scrub whereas olive oil will prevent your sensitive skin from getting dry or any kind of damage.<br /><br />2. Honey with Cinnamon: Take 1 teaspoon of cinnamon with 3 tablespoons of honey and apply this mixture over your face for a while. The most convenient thing with this exfoliating scrub is that you can also let it over your face for the whole night, it will be much better for your skin.<br /><br /><br />How to get rid of pimples overnight is one of the most popular questions among teenagers. Based on what I’ve research so far over the net, there are 2 effective ways that people swear by.<br /><br />The first is the toothpaste technique.<br /><br />Basically what you need to do is<br /><br />1. Clean your face using lukewarm water. This will get rid of the dirt and most importantly, the lukewarm water will open up the pores which enables you to do a deep cleansing of your face.<br /><br />2. Apply toothpaste. Some say leave it for 15-20 minutes, some say leave it overnight.<br /><br />3. After applying toothpaste, clean it with alcohol or any anti-bacterial soap. Pimples are caused by bacterial infection and what better way to kill bacteria than to use an anti-backterial soap.<br /><br />The second is the prick technique.<br /><br />1. Again, to get rid of pimples overnight, specially if it’s already one of those yellow pimples, the fastest would probably to prick it. Before doing so, clean your face with lukewarm water.<br /><br />2. Prick it, and immediately apply alcohol or wash it with an anti bacterial soap.<br /><br />3. Some go as far as putting ice to “close” the wound/pores.<br /><br />Unfortunately, even though a lot of people swear that the above method works, these two aren’t really scientific, and medically or even dermatologically sound. Your dermatologist might advise otherwise. Beside, there isn’t really a 100% overnight cure. Some might work but no matter how good it is, you still see some marks or traces of your pimples the next morning.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Acne<br />is turning out to be a serious skin disease and number of patients are increasing with every passing day. People of all age groups are getting affected by this disease. But, teenagers are the worst affected lot. Scientists are working hard and discovering new medicines, treatments, new technologies, products and medications to deal with pimples, zits, blackheads and whiteheads. As teenagers are worst affected, there are many beauty products available to clear pimples overnight.<br /><br />Life style is changing and people are very busy in their life. No one has time for anything. They want instant answers to everything and same is the case for pimples. People want overnight acne solutions to cure pimples. And there are many beauty products, medicines, lotions, creams and other ointments available in the market to cure acne as fast as possible.<br /><br />There are many over-the-counter creams or lotions with benzoyl peroxide, doing their rounds in the market. Because of the right medications, these products are able to make skin acne free without much of efforts.<br /><br />There are many face washes and soaps also present that claim to cure acne or pimples. The best available are those with aloe vera and they can make pimples vanish. There are many laser treatments liker IPL treatment that can make you have an acne free skin. It is not a beauty product, but a beauty treatment which is best remedy to treat acne immediately.<br /><br />There is Murad treatment that offers various lotions, creams and gels claiming to cure acne easily. Along with beauty products to clear pimples overnight there are many ways to cure acne at home. They are also very easy and safe to cure pimples right away.<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-21884262091508583322010-02-14T10:53:00.001+05:302010-02-14T10:53:40.588+05:30How to get rid of ACNE (PIMPLES)???ACNE (PIMPLES) Acne is a common problem faced by almost all teen-agers and youth. What is acne and why do we get them. Acne is actually caused because of hormone imbalance. Your skin breaks out because of a hormone called testosterone. Both men and women have testosterone in their systems. In fact, did you know that in order to make testosterone, boys bodies have to make female hormones first? If you have acne, you haven't got abnormal levels of testosterone. You've got skin that reacts abnormally to this hormone. You start producing testosterone around the time you start sprouting body hair. Testosterone tells glands in your skin, called sebaceous glands, to produce oily stuff called sebum. To add to the problem the inside of the tubes that hold each hair become gummy and get partially blocked - giving you blackheads. Put together if sebum blocks the tubes --- you have big acne.<br /><br />So go to your pharmacist or doctor to get your acne treated. Here are a few tips that will help you know how to treat acne at home.<br /><br />1. If you have red angry looking acne, don't touch it. If you squeeze now, all you'll do is force the contents deeper into the skin that will make matters worst. And all you'll end up with is redder, angrier acne than you had before. Don't do it.<br /><br />2. If you have a yellow custard top? Go for it. These beauties CAN be squeezed but there's an art to it. Here's how. Wash your hands thoroughly to avoid trouble and infection. Put a tissue over your finger. Why? Because you want the contents of the spot on the tissue, not splattered all over the mirror. Using the side of your thumb and the end of your finger, very gently start to squeeze. Don't whatever you do, use your nails as this will damage your skin. Stop when you're applying a lot of pressure and nothing is happening and you see clear fluid, rather than yellow grotty stuff and the spot begins to bleed. When you've finished dab it with antiseptic. Once the custard bit is out, the spot will heal more quickly than an unsqueezed yellow top would, providing that you now leave it well alone. Now wash your hands again.<br /><br />3. Whiteheads and blackheads. If acne is left untreated they may cause this problem. Here the rule is if they're black, squeeze but if they're small, white raised lumps leave them alone. All that stuff about clean hands, tissues and stopping if nothing is happening or you see blood, apply here too.<br /><br />Tips for acne treatment 1. DON'T TRY TO WASH IT AWAY<br />Acne isn't caused by dirt. In fact people with oily skin have cleaner skin than average because they wash it more often. But it's a fact that washing too much can make acne worse because it makes the skin dry and sore. So, wash no more than twice a day, using mild soap and water. If you have patches of dry skin, don't worry about putting moisturizer on. It won't make your acne worse. If you're still concerned, use an oil free moisturizer.<br /><br />2. DON'T NUKE 'EM<br />There are lots of over the counter creams, gels, lotions and potions. Most contain a powerful bleaching agent called benzoyl peroxide. You'll find the strength written on the label. You might be tempted to go straight for the highest sort, working on the 'let's nuke 'em principle. The likely result is that you'll irritate your skin like mad. It may also go all dry and scaly on you. But if you still are willing to bleach then use the mild one.<br /><br />3. MAKE A DATE - THE TWO MONTH RULE<br />If you have been using over the counter remedies for two months and there is no real improvement in your spots, this is the moment to go and make an appointment with your doc.<br /><br />4. YOUR DOCTOR - THE TWO MONTH RULE<br />The thing you are most likely to be given by the doctor is a prescription for antibiotics. These will either be topical (which means something you put on your skin) or tablets you have to take every day. Whatever treatment your doctor or pharmacist recommends, follow the instructions carefully and keep using for at least two months. There should be a noticeable improvement by this time. If not, go back to discuss other possible treatments Antibiotics are perfectly safe to take. You should take them for at least two months and then go back to your doc. If they seem to be working, he will probably tell you to keep taking them and give you some more. If they aren't doing their stuff, don't despair - he has loads of other spot busters in his black bag.<br /><br />5. YOU ARE NOT AN ALIEN - BUT JUST BE PATIENT<br />Hundreds of thousands of teenagers seek help for acne. You are not alone. You are not an alien. And if people really care about you, they don't even notice your acne, however bad you think they are. But you will need to be patient. Most treatments take time to work. At least two months. And some treatments, like antibiotics will work well but may have to be taken for months, or even years.<br /><br />6. THE MONTHLY CURSE... OR EXAMS<br />Acne does tend to get worse just before a period. It's because there is a surge in hormone levels at this time. But boys don't get away lightly either. Being hot and sweaty (particularly after sports like football) makes acne worse. And for everyone, stress - particularly at exam times - is a cue for a mega breakout. This is normal - and of course, even more reason for feeling stressed. Go chill. They'll get better - promise.<br /><br />7. WATCH WHAT YOU PUT ON YOUR SKIN AND HAIR<br />Some beauty products are big no-nos. These include pomades and defrizzing agents for hair that tend to cause an outcrop of blackheads along the hairline and some of the heavier cosmetics. And be wary of suntan oils. Not all will make you break out, but some may. Try a friend's first before you buy. By the way, the sun might dry up acne and a tan might hide them, but your skin is still vulnerable in the sun and needs protection.<br /><br />8. CARRY ON KISSING<br />You can't catch acne during kissing - go for it!<br /><br />9. CARRY ON EATING CHOCOLATE<br />It's a myth that eating chocolate and fried foods causes acne. However, eating a good diet improves your general well-being and this is reflected in your skin.<br /><br />Common Questions asked about acne problem Does wearing make up cause acne?<br />It is not necessary that wearing make up causes acne. Acne is caused because of hormonal imbalance mostly during puberty. But you have to take special care while you apply make up and thereafter if you have acne. Make sure you wash any make up tools, including sponges and brushes as often as possible as these become a breeding ground for bugs which can cause your spots to pop up. Stop wearing make up if you have too many spots and you can resume after you have treated them. Don't forget to clean the make up after you come home and and make sure you cleanse your face properly each night.<br /><br />Do skin toner and moisturizer cure acne?<br />One thing that you need to know is acne is not caused by dirt, so no amount of cleaning and toning is going to get rid of them. So for treating acne you must consult your doctor and eat lots of healthy food and drink lots of water. That is the natural way to keep you face spot free.<br /><br />Is it ok to do facial?<br />It can be a real treat to have the facial done, as they can be very relaxing and make you feel properly pampered. However, you should be aware that they should not be used to help 'treat' spots, as this can be quite dangerous if the beauty therapist is not trained. Sometimes a beauty therapist will also squeeze out any spots and blackheads that if it's not done properly, may cause a bigger problem than before.<br /><br />What is the best way to cover up spots?<br />Foundation is okay to use and may give you more confidence if you've got a hot date, but remember to look for oil-free one. Whatever you use to put on your skin, wash your hands or sponge before applying foundation.<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-15225755359107755842010-02-14T10:51:00.000+05:302010-02-14T10:52:47.254+05:30home remedies for acneAcne & blackheads home remedies - Treat your skin by these proven home remedies<br /><br />The acne home remedies listed below have worked for many people, but they may not work for some people. All home remedies for acne are enhanced by proper vitamin and mineral supplementation. Drink lots of water. Drinking water will prevent most of your skin problems. For a simple calculation divide your body weight in half and drink at the least that many ounces of water a day. Exercise regularly. Some form of aerobic exercise will bring oxygen to your cells and give you a healthy skin.<br />Acne & blackheads Home Remedies<br /><br />1. Put toothpaste on your pimple before you go to bed, should help reduce swelling overnight. Make sure it is the paste not the gel. One of the most popular acne home remedies.<br /><br />2. Wash your face twice a day in warm salty water. This should leave your face oil free without aggravating the acne.<br /><br />3. Apply a paste of fresh methi (fenugreek) leaves over the face every night for 10-15 minutes and washed with warm water. This will prevent acne, pimples, blackheads, and wrinkles.<br /><br />4. Place strawberry leaves on the acne, the alkalinity helps to reduce the swelling.<br /><br />5. Extract juice of one lemon and mix with equal quantity of rose water. Apply this mixture on the face and let it stay for about half an hour. Wash the face with fresh water. About 15 days application helps cure acne, pimples and reduces blemishes and scars.<br /><br />6. Another method is to massage the face with the skin of lemon before washing with lukewarm water.<br /><br />7. Apply fresh mint juice over the face every night for the treatment of acne, pimples, insect stings, eczema, scabies, & other skin infections.<br /><br />8. Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. At least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables should be included in your diet. All acne home remedies should include a healthy diet.<br /><br />9. A couple of garlic cloves, crushed and dabbed on the face 1-2 times a day. One of the smellier acne home remedies!<br /><br />10. Home face wash for acne: Mix together 1 or 2mls each of the following: witch hazel, tea-tree and sweet fennel essential oils, adding essential oil of geranium for women and essential oil of rosewood for men. Mix with 300mls of water. Shake before use, as the oils will float on top of the water during storage. Dab affected areas with cotton wool two or three times a day. The oils will clean and unclog giving antibiotic-like protection to the skin.<br /><br />11. Apply fresh lemon juice on the affected area overnight. Wash off with warm water next morning.<br /><br />12. Use 2-3 tsp. dried basil leaves to 1 cup boiling water. Steep 10-20 minutes. Cool, and apply with cotton ball.<br /><br />13. Grind orange peel with some water to a paste and apply on affected parts. One of the best acne home remedies.<br /><br />14. Clean face with cotton wool dipped in rose water 2-3 times a day.<br /><br />15. Mix 1 teaspoon lemon juice in 1 teaspoon finely ground cinnamon powder and apply on affected areas frequently.<br /><br />16. Nettle Tea is another solution, this tea has a herb that has some curing power and really helps work wonders on skin problems. Drink four cups a day to get the full benefit of one of the most powerful acne home remedies. Get nettle productsicon here.<br /><br />17. Aloe Vera juice applied twice a day can greatly speed up the healing of acne lesions. You can buy Aloe Vera at vitacost.com<br /><br />18. Another lotion that uses bee propolis extract may also be effective. Mix eight ounces of water and 11 drops of bee propolis extract. One of the acne home remedies which has been proven effective with many people.<br /><br />19. Some herbal acne home remedies...<br />Burdock leaf tea.<br />Lavender essential oil (mix 1:10 with water)<br />Tincture of calendula flowers.<br />Tea tree essential oil (mix 1:10 with water)<br />Liquefy cabbage leaves with witch hazel, strain and add two drops of lemon oil. Use as a lotion.<br /><br />20. Ice down the acne before bed, by morning it should be noticeably less swollen. Works best on larger pimples that have not yet formed a head.<br /><br />21. Take vitamin B5 and zinc supplements daily to strengthen the skin's resistance to acne.<br /><br />22. Mix mint juice with turmeric powder and apply on affected area. Leave for 15-30 minutes and wash off with lukewarm water.<br /><br />23. Mix some vinegar and salt in a bowl. Pour a little bit in your hand and rub it on the pimples. Soak a face towel in it and dab it on the bumps. Leave it on for 15-20 minutes and rinse it off.<br /><br />24. Blend cucumber and make a paste. Apply this as a mask on your face and leave it for 1/2 hour and then rinse. This refreshes your skin and prevents acne.<br /><br />25. Mix corn flour with egg white and apply on your face. Let is dry completely for 1/2 hour. Dip your hands in warm water and massage your face and wash off. This when repeated regularly gives you a smooth skin.<br /><br />26. Mix sandalwood paste with rosewater and apply on the face. Rinse off after 30 minutes.<br /><br />27. Essential oil face mask for acne: Use a mask base powder, such as fuller's earth or kaolin powder. Use distilled or filtered water to make a paste. Mix 1 heaped teaspoon of base powder to 3 drops of essential oil. Add approximately 2 tablespoons of the water in, to make a fluid yet balanced paste. Essential oils to add in the mask either separately or try smaller amounts together; cypress oil 1 drop, lemon oil 2 drops, sage oil 1 drop.<br /><br />28. Mix the paste of tender neem leaves with turmeric and apply of affected area. An eastern approach to acne home remedies.<br /><br />29. Grind some nutmeg with milk and apply on affected area. Pimples disappear like magic without leaving a mark.<br /><br />30. Make a mixture of lime juice and rose water. Apply on face and leave it for 15-20 minutes. Rinse off with lukewarm water.<br /><br />31. Make a paste by mixing 3 tablespoons of honey and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder. Apply this paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it next morning with warm water. Repeat for two weeks, pimples will disappear forever.<br /><br />32. Rub fresh garlic on and around pimples. Pimples will disappear without a mark with regular applications.<br /><br />33. Mix 1 tsps groundnut oil with 1 tspn fresh lime juice to prevent formation of blackheads and pimples .<br /><br />34. Ground drumstick pods and leaves and mix mixed with fresh lime juice, and apply on pimples. This is also good for blackheads and dark spots.<br /><br />35. First wash face and then dab acne with cotton balls soaked in vinegar.<br /><br />36. Mix groundnut oil with an equal amtount of fresh lime juice and apply on face. leave for 10-15 minutes and wash. It may be applied daily to prevent formation of blackheads, acne and pimples.<br /><br />37. Apply juice of raw papaya (including the skin and seed) on swelling acne, pimples.<br /><br />38. Apply fresh lime juice mixed to a glass of boiled milk as a face wash for acne, pimples, blackheads, and cracked skin.<br /><br />39. Apply ripe Tomatoes pulp on acne, pimples and kept upto 1 hour, then wash.<br /><br />40. Make a paste of roasted & powdered pomgranate skin with fresh lime juice and apply over acne, boils, pimple, blackheads and whiteheads.<br /><br />41. Apply grated potatoes as poultice to treat skin blemishes, wrinkles, boils, pimples, blackheads, whiteheads , etc.<br /><br />42. Make a paste of ground radish seeds with water and apply on face to remove blackheads.<br /><br />43. Apply a paste of ground seasame seeds with water as poultice for inflammation of the skin due to allergies, skin rashes, and pimples.<br /><br />44. Large pores on facial skin can be treated with paste of sandalwood powder with masoor dal.<br /><br />45. Use an oatmeal or almond mask throughly to cleanse your face. Mix either oatmeal or almond powder with enough rose water to make a soft paste that spreads easily on the skin. Rub it on your skin with your fingertips, paying special attention the problem areas. Leave to dry for about 15 minutes and then rinse off with cold water. This is very good in getting rid of blackheads.<br /><br />46. A solution made out of one and a half cups of hot water and half a tablespoon of boric powder is an ideal remedy for blackheads, Saturate a face napkin in this hot solution and press on to the skin, repeat twice. Extract blackheads carefully with a blackhead remover and sterilized cottonwool. Pat on an astrigent.<br /><br />47. Honey is a great remedy for skin blemishes and acne because the honey kills bacteria. - Submitted by Chelsea<br /><br /><br />Are Home Remedies for Acne Effective?<br /><br />Unfortunately, there are no hard and fast rules about home remedies for acne. Some people have, in fact, had excellent results using common household ingredients. Others, however, haven't had the same luck. Since there are no real studies done on home remedies, it is difficult to measure their success. Still, certain ingredients are recognized as having acne-fighting properties.<br />Mint<br /><br />Menthol, found in peppermint and spearmint, has cooling and soothing properties. It is also known for its ability to kill germs, and is a common ingredient in mouthwash. It can also be found in many cleansers and toners, including Murad's Clarifying Cleanser.<br />Witch Hazel<br /><br />Witch-hazel is a shrub that blooms in cooler months. It also has highly effective astringent qualities. Witch Hazel extract is available in bottle form at any drugstore. This common ingredient is found in many toners, including the one made by Proactiv. <br /><br />Citrus Fruit<br /><br />Citrus fruits, such as lemons and limes, feature several ingredients that make them effective in the fight against acne. Vitamin C, a natural antioxidant, is essential in the formation of collagen. Citric acid is also an effective astringent and antioxidant. In addition, citrus fruits are a good source of flavonoids, yet another naturally ocurring antioxidant.<br />Cinnamon<br /><br />Although not widely recognized for its uses beyond spicing and seasoning food, cinnamon actually has antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. This could explain the spice's presence in many home remedies for acne.<br />Honey<br /><br />Due to its natural sugar content, honey acts as an antibacterial and antimicrobial. It also reacts with body fluids, creating a form of hydrogen peroxide. Even doctors have recognized the antiseptic qualities of honey, using it to treat wounds and burns.<br />Home Remedies for Acne<br /><br />Since many common kitchen ingredients do have medicinal qualities, perhaps some people will have success using home remedies to treat acne. Keep in mind, though, that over-the-counter and prescription strength acne treatments feature only small amounts of the natural ingredients. Most have long and complicated lists of ingredients that have been formulated through years of scientific research.<br /><br />Still, as long as you are not allergic to any of the ingredients, you have nothing to lose by trying. Here is a partial list of recommended home remedies for acne:<br /><br /> * Honey and Cinnamon: Make a paste of honey and cinnamon powder. Apply the paste to the face each night at bedtime.<br /> * Toothpaste: Simply apply a dab of mint toothpaste over existing pimples and allow to dry overnight. Do not use gel.<br /> * Orange Peel: Mix pounded orange peel with water, and rub the mixture directly on the acne.<br /> * Lemon Juice: Lemon juice can be applied directly on the blemishes.<br /> * Lemon and Rose Water: Mix equal parts lemon juice and rose water and rub the mixture directly on the skin.<br /> * Mint: Rub mint juice over the skin.<br /> * Witch Hazel: Mix witch hazel with water. Apply mixture with a cloth or cotton ball over the entire face.<br /> * Cinnamon and Lemon: Mix equal parts cinnamon powder and lemon juice. Apply the mixture directly on pimples.<br /> * Cinnamon and Milk: Mix cinnamon powder with milk, and rub on affected areas.<br /> * Garlic: Peel garlic cloves and rub over the skin.<br /> * Aloe Vera: Rub aloe vera juice directly over affected skin.<br /> * Cucumber: Grind cucumber to a paste and apply over entire face. Rinse after 30 minutes.<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-83632600702534675482010-02-14T10:45:00.001+05:302010-02-14T10:47:20.913+05:30cure pimple in 1 dayA lot of people wonder how to stop acne in 1 day or if it's even possible. Well I'm here to reassure you that it is possible and that many people are already doing it. I'm going to present a few tips that will speed up the acne recovery, than I'm going to let you in on a secret known by Asia for Hundreds of years! If you follow these tips and you are not acne free within 1 day than you should go see a dermatologist because it may be more severe than you think. These tips work for more than 90% of the people that have tried it.<br /><br />Tip # 1 - Water, Water, And More Water!<br /><br />Drinking lots of water is one of the best things you can do for your skin. Many people don't know how to stop acne because they never drink water. Water helps to cleanse your body of stagnant toxins. If your body cannot digest things properly or eliminate enough wastes they will be discharged in your skin in the form of acne. Wastes and toxins should be eliminated in the proper digestive manner. Water works wonders for acne, as well as improving all the systems in the body. Try to drink 8 glasses a day, starting now if possible.<br /><br />Tip # 2 - Eliminate Stress<br /><br />Eliminating stress is a great way to help stop acne in 1 day. If you have had a stressful day you may do things that make your skin worse. Some people get stressed and they touch there face a lot or even getting acne can cause more stress. Stress can cause you to eat junk food and you will have a lot of tension in your skin and face. If your a high stress type of person you should consider some meditation or at the very least positive affirmations. How we see ourselves in life has a lot to do with the diseases we get. Exercising and relaxation are also great for stopping acne and stress. Yoga can be very helpful as well.<br /><br />Tip # 3 - Natural Treatments<br /><br />If you're currently using an over the counter acne product I would highly suggest using less or just stopping altogether. What people fail to realize is that the problem is not that these products are too weak, it's that there too strong. Most acne products have more benzoyl peroxide than they really need. This is why they dry out your skin and make you look and feel worse. Try Natural treatments that have no side effects, often times these work faster as well. A honey facial is great for the skin and it only takes 10 minutes. Oil from a tea tree will eliminate excess bacteria if you have extra "dirty" skin. Try ex foliating your face at least once a week but be careful not to tear any skin or pop any pimples because this will lead to scarring. Natural cleansers such as Proactiv and Acnezine are good because they don't leave you with dry skin.<br /><br />Tip # 4 - Overnight Acne Cure<br /><br />In Asia the Geisha girls are known for there beauty and for there methods of stopping acne in 1 day. These girls had no choice but to figure out the secrets to clear skin, there life depended upon it. You too can stop acne in 1 day with The Overnight Acne Cure. This guide lets you in on these ancient secrets that are all natural with no side effects. These are proven methods to stop acne in 1 day. Dr. Louise Griffin spent the last 8 years researching these techniques and putting them into this amazing guide. This guide has natural treatments for, Whiteheads, Blackheads, Cysts, Body Acne, Scarring, Huge Pores, and more. This also the only acne fighting product that offers a 100% Money Back Guarantee! If any other acne product offered this you would be stressed out from asking for so many refunds. So if your ready to stop acne in 1 day than I suggest you start right now so by this time tomorrow you can be saying, "Wow, these tips really did stop acne in 1 day!"<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Pimples can be a hassle to get rid of. They are embarrassing, will lower your self-esteem, and are frustrating to deal with. So, what I'm going to do is share with you some ways on how to cure pimples. That way, you will be more confident, and have clean and clear skin.<br /><br />The 5 ways to cure pimples are:<br /><br />1. Toothpaste is way to cure your pimples. What you should do is apply a small drop of toothpaste onto your pimples. Allow it to sit there overnight and when you wake up, you can wash it off.<br /><br />2. Another way to cure pimples is to drink water. There are a lot of toxins that are in your bloodstream, which will cause you to breakout. So, when you drink plenty of water, you are able to flush out the toxins from your body. You should drink at least 8 cups of water.<br /><br />3. Glycerin or sorbitol soap is another way to cure pimples. An example of this soap is neutrogena. Make sure you wash your face at least two times a day. This soap is gentle and will be effective at helping you get rid of your pimples.<br /><br />4. Another way to cure pimples is to apricot juice. Apply apricot juice to your pimples for ten minutes a day. Do this everyday or until you are satisfied with the results.<br /><br />5. Healthy foods is another way to cure your pimples. Foods that are loaded with sugar, saturated fats, and vegetable oils will cause you to breakout. These foods causes an imbalance with your hormones and an insulin spike.<br /><br />An example of these foods includes cakes, chips, sugary sodas, fast food burgers and fries, chocolates, and other junk foods.<br /><br />The foods you should eat are fruits, veggies, whole wheat foods, nuts, lean meats (turkey, tuna, lean beef, chicken breast), and other healthy foods.<br /><br />Make sure you don't squeeze or pop your pimples. If you do, you will irritate them and cause them to spread. Also, don't touch your skin with oily or dirty hands. This will irritate your skin and pimples, and will cause a severe breakout.<br /><br />These are some ways on how to cure pimples. Use these tips to cure your pimples the easy way. If you don't do something about your pimples now, they will spread. Your pimples could spread over your whole body, which includes your butt, chest, and back.<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-76627626199390156332010-02-14T10:42:00.000+05:302010-02-14T10:43:47.063+05:30Treating AcneSevere acne is characterized by deep cysts, inflammation, extensive damage to the skin and scarring. It requires an aggressive treatment regimen and should be treated by a dermatologist. Severe, disfiguring forms of acne can require years of treatment and may experience one or more treatment failures. However, almost every case of acne can be successfully treated.<br /><br />Physical methods and prescription medications that dermatologists use to treat severe acne include:<br /><br /> *<br /><br /> Drainage and surgical excision<br /> *<br /><br /> Interlesional corticosteroid injection<br /> *<br /><br /> Isotretinoin<br /> *<br /><br /> Oral antibiotics<br /> *<br /><br /> Oral contraceptives <br /><br />Drainage and Surgical Excision<br />Some large cysts do not respond to medication and may require drainage and extraction. Drainage and extraction, or “acne surgery” as it is also called, should not be performed by patients. Dermatologists are trained in the proper technique and perform acne surgery under sterile conditions. Patient attempts to drain and extract comedones by squeezing or picking, can lead to infection, worsening of the acne and scarring.<br /><br />Severe acne requires an aggressive treatment<br />regimen and should be treated by a dermatologist.<br /><br />(Photo used with permission of the American Academy of Dermatology National Library of Dermatologic Teaching Slides)<br /><br />Interlesional Corticosteroid Injection<br />When an acne cyst becomes severely inflamed, there is a good chance it will rupture and scarring may result. To treat these severely inflamed cysts and prevent scarring, dermatologists may inject such cysts with a much-diluted corticosteroid. This lessens the inflammation<br />and promotes healing. An interlesional corticosteroid injection works by "melting" the cyst over a period of<br />3 to 5 days.<br /><br />Isotretinoin<br />Isotretinoin is a potent drug reserved for treating severe cystic acne and acne that has proven itself resistant to other medications. Isotretinoin is a synthetic (man-made) retinoid (form of vitamin A) that comes in pill form. It is usually taken once or twice a day for 16 to 20 weeks.<br /><br />Today, it is the most effective acne treatment available because it is the only acne treatment that works on all four factors that predispose a person to acne - excess oil production, clogged skin pores, P. acnes and inflammation. The remissions achieved with isotretinoin usually last for many months to many years. For many patients, only one course of isotretinoin therapy is needed.<br /><br />The effectiveness of isotretinoin in treating severe acne is shown in the following before-and-after photos:<br /><br /> (Photos used with permission of the American Academy of Dermatology National Library of Dermatologic Teaching Slides)<br /><br />Severe acne before treatment with isotretinoin<br /> <br /><br />After treatment with isotretinoin<br /> <br /><br />While isotretinoin is the most effective acne treatment available, it cannot be prescribed to everyone due to a number of potential side effects—some serious. One of the most serious side effects is the potential to cause severe birth defects in a developing fetus. For this reason, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires that women not be (or become) pregnant while taking isotretinoin. FDA regulations require women of childbearing age to take 2 pregnancy tests prior to beginning isotretinoin therapy and use 2 forms of birth control for 1 month before therapy begins, while taking the drug and for 1 full month after therapy. It is also important that women not breast feed during this time. Women who wish to become pregnant after taking isotretinoin should talk to their dermatologist and gynecologist about when it is safe to get pregnant after receiving isotretinoin therapy.<br /><br />Other possible severe side effects that may occur while taking isotretinoin include:<br /><br /> *<br /><br /> Severe pain in the chest or abdomen<br /> *<br /><br /> Trouble swallowing or painful swallowing<br /> *<br /><br /> Severe headache, blurred vision or dizziness<br /> *<br /><br /> Bone and joint pain<br /> *<br /><br /> Nausea or vomiting<br /> *<br /><br /> Diarrhea or rectal bleeding<br /> *<br /><br /> Depression<br /> *<br /><br /> Dryness of the skin, eyes and nose<br /> *<br /><br /> Thinning hair <br /><br />If any side effect occurs, the patient’s dermatologist or other healthcare practitioner should be contacted immediately because some of these side effects can lead to serious health problems.<br /><br />While taking isotretinoin, patients are regularly monitored for side effects through follow-up visits. For most people, these side effects are tolerable and not a reason to discontinue therapy before remission is achieved. However, it is important to keep appointments for follow-up visits because monitoring can reveal conditions that a patient might not notice. For example, a patient may not realize a rapid increase in bad cholesterol that is detected through a blood test.<br /><br />The decision to use isotretinoin should be made jointly by patient and dermatologist. When used with all due caution under close medical supervision, isotretinoin can resolve severe acne that has not responded to other therapy. It has proven especially effective in resolving cystic acne, a severe form of acne that usually does not respond to other therapies.<br /><br />For a substantial number of patients, one course of isotretinoin therapy is all they will ever need. A small number of patients require more than one course of isotretinoin therapy to control severe acne.<br /><br />It is important to take isotretinoin as prescribed—even if the skin clears before all of the pills have been taken—to prevent relapse. At the end of an effective course of isotretinoin therapy, all or most of the acne lesion will have cleared. Patients may notice residual erythematous (reddish) macules (flat spots) where acne lesions were present. These macules are not scars, and they will fade in 6 to 8 weeks.<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-79676703850162879772010-02-14T10:39:00.001+05:302010-02-14T10:42:24.913+05:30Ways to Rid AcneWays to Rid Acne<br /><br />Eliminating acne could be a tedious and very challenging task to do. It does not help much that there are too many anti-acne treatments and procedures available. Often, people get more confused when deciding which medications to use. The proliferation and abundance of natural home remedies is also further aggravating the situation. Here are several effective ways to rid acne.<br /><br /> * Bacteria spread should be curtailed and eliminated effectively through avoiding pressing, rubbing or pricking acne spots. Doing so may make the situation worse as small wounds may be produced, and possible infection may follow. In such cases, the formation of Scars is also increased.<br /> * When resorting to use over-the-counter acne treatments, choose those containing benzoyl peroxide as active ingredient. Applying such skin treatments at least twice a day could help remove dead skin cells, oil clogs and bacteria from the skin pores. For a start, begin with low-concentration Products and eventually add to the level of concentration. Products with resorcinol and sulfur could also be effective.<br /> * Wash the face of the infected skin thoroughly and frequently with water and mild soap. Doing so will help take off excessive oil from the skin surface. Do not overdo it, though as you may end up having more damage as the skin may dry out, causing further irritation.<br /> * While recuperating from acne problems, do not use rough sponges, brushes and granulated cleansers especially when putting up makeup. Also prefer to use water-based, instead of oil-based, cosmetics.<br /> * Cease from using oily hair and skin products like pomades, gels and facial moisturizers.<br /> * Contrary to common belief, getting a facial service is not ideal when there is acne. Doing so may do more harm, especially if the procedure will include thorough skin scrubbing.<br /> * Avoid constantly touching the acne spots with your bare hands. You know that hands are carriers of microorganisms and dirt. You may end up transferring such impurities to the acne spots. This will make matters worse, for sure.<br /> * Take at least two showers in a day. It will be advisable if you will take a bath in the morning and in the evening before going to bed. This way, impurities and excess oil in the skin are eliminated.<br /> * Eliminate stress. There are strong evidences to claims that stress is a main culprit for acne formation. Try out de-stressing yourself while recovering from or treating acne. You will surely find that the skin problem may quickly disappear along with stress. Getting plenty and recommended duration of sleep could also be a significant help.<br /> * There are many acne creams available in the market. Past experiments and studies show that acne controls can be possible by choosing and using skin products with resorcinol, salicylic acid and sulfur as main ingredients. Prescription is needed for the safe purchases.<br /> * These are just several of the effective ways to rid acne. home remedies are not yet tackled, but such natural treatments are also deemed very effective. As you aim to work out eliminating acne, set your goals and make your endeavor truly effective. You do not want acne to stay, do you?<br /><br /><br /><br />It is a fact that acne is one of the most common forms of skin problems prevalent among teens, adults and pregnant women. Many people are bothered when acne spots suddenly form and erupt into the skin, most especially in the face. Acne can be a little painful, can cause discomfort and can be an ugly sight. Worse, if handled inappropriately and left untreated, acne can lead to scars, marks and pigmentations that may eventually be permanently fixed in the skin.<br /><br />What are natural remedies for acne? These are home remedies and simple ways that have been used for ages to cure, curtail and even prevent formation of the skin problem. You may be surprised to realize that many of home or natural remedies for acne can be conveniently found in the kitchen. Sometimes, you may throw away excess food ingredients, herbs and condiments, not knowing that they could have other uses other than as ingredients for cooking.<br /><br />Natural remedies for acne can be easily done at home and could not cost much. As mentioned, most remedies are already found in the kitchen or in the fridge. For some time, many people have preferred these remedies over available medications and treatments available commercially in the market. This is because natural remedies of course are cost effective and are free from any form of potential side effects. The ingredients and substances are all natural, organic and are undoubtedly safe for use. Moreover, natural remedies do not require prescription and the instructions and procedures can be easily executed.<br /><br />What are natural remedies for acne? There are hundreds of them. Here are several of the simplest and most effective remedies that may readily be available and accessible. These are side-effects free and are practically costing less, if not nothing.<br /><br /> * Take orange peel and apply the extract into acne spots.<br /> * Mix cinnamon powder and honey to form a paste. Gently and generously apply this paste into the skin before going to bed; then leave it overnight. Wash it first thing in the morning.<br /> * Boil half a glass of milk and add some fresh lime juice. Cool the solution and apply to the skin. This is best for treating not just acne but also cracked skin and blackheads.<br /> * Apply the paste of ripe tomatoes into the acne spots and keep it there for about an hour before washing out.<br /> * Soak lettuce in water. Wash the face with this water.<br /> * Fresh mint juice applied to the face before going to bed could cure acne in an instant.<br /> * A glass of fresh wheat grass juice for several days could be a good and effortless way to get rid of acne.<br /> * Combine a tablespoon of brown sugar and two tablespoons of white sugar to form a paste. Rub this into the face and leave for a few minutes before washing out.<br /> * Mix a glass of unboiled milk with a gram of flour and use the solution as a daily face or skin wash.<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-85240762026668561072010-02-14T10:35:00.003+05:302010-02-14T10:38:09.630+05:30Acne TreatmentsAcne - Treatment Overview<br /><br />Acne treatment depends on whether you have a mild, moderate, or severe form. Sometimes your doctor will combine treatments to get the best results and to avoid developing drug-resistant bacteria. Treatment could include lotions or gels you put on blemishes or sometimes entire areas of skin, such as the chest or back (topical medicines). You might also take medicines by mouth (oral medicines).<br /><br />Mild acne<br /><br />Treatment for mild acne ( whiteheads, blackheads, or pimples) may include:<br /><br /> * Gentle cleansing with a mild soap (such as Dove or Neutrogena).<br /> * Applying benzoyl peroxide (such as Brevoxyl or Benzac).<br /> * Applying salicylic acid (such as Propa pH or Stridex).<br /><br />If these treatments do not work, you may want to see your doctor. Your doctor can give you a prescription for stronger lotions or creams. You may try an antibiotic lotion. Or you may try a lotion with medicine that helps to unplug your pores.<br /><br />Moderate to severe acne<br /><br />Sometimes acne needs treatment with stronger medicines or a combination of therapies. Deeper blemishes, such as nodules and cysts, are more likely to leave scars. As a result, your doctor may give you oral antibiotics sooner to start the healing process. Inflammatory acne may need a combination of several therapies. Treatment for moderate to severe acne may include:<br /><br /> * Applying benzoyl peroxide.<br /> * Draining of large pimples and cysts by a doctor.<br /> * Applying prescription antibiotic gels, creams, or lotions.<br /> * Applying prescription retinoids.<br /> * Applying azelaic acid.<br /> * Taking prescription oral antibiotics.<br /> * Taking prescription oral retinoids (such as Accutane).<br /><br />Treatment for acne scars<br /><br />Treatment may improve and even remove acne scars. Sometimes a combination of treatments works best. These treatments include:<br /><br /> * Collagen injections, which smooth the skin by plumping the skin under the scar.<br /> * Dermabrasion, which uses a whirling wire brush to skim off scar tissue.<br /> * Laser resurfacing, which uses a carefully controlled laser to burn away scar tissue.<br /> * Chemabrasion, which uses chemicals to peel away top layers of skin.<br /><br />What To Think About<br /><br /> * Most treatments for acne take time. It often takes 6 to 8 weeks for acne to improve after you start treatment. 1 Some treatments may cause acne to get worse before it gets better.<br /> * If your acne still hasn't improved after several tries with other treatment, your doctor may recommend that you take an oral retinoid, such as isotretinoin (Accutane). Doctors prescribe this medicine as a last resort, because it has some rare but serious side effects and is expensive.<br /> * Certain low-dose birth control pills may help control acne in women who tend to have flare-ups before menstruation.<br /><br /><br /><br />Acne Treatments<br /><br />Treatments for acne come in two forms; topical treatments (applied to the skin) and oral medicines (taken by mouth). While mild acne usually responds to self-care measures and topical treatments, moderate to severe cases may require prescription medicines.<br /><br />It’s a good idea to try to get an understanding of your acne and how severe it is. This will help you to select the most appropriate treatment.<br /><br /> *<br /><br /> Minimal: Acne cleansers and OTC treatments<br /> *<br /><br /> Mild: Acne cleansers, OTC treatments, Topical benzoyl peroxide, Topical antibiotics<br /> *<br /><br /> Moderate: Topical retinoids, Topical benzoyl peroxide, Topical antibiotics, Oral antibiotics, Hormone pills<br /> *<br /><br /> Severe: Oral retinoids ((Isotretinion or Accutane)<br /><br />Home and OTC Treatments<br /><br />OTC means Over-The-Counter and you can get these products from your pharmacist, you don't need a prescription. The following are all appropriate for milder cases of acne. <br /><br /> *<br /><br /> Self Care: Keep acne prone areas clean but avoid aggressive cleansing with strong soaps. Do not pick pimples or spots as this can aggravate your acne and result in scarring.<br /> *<br /><br /> Skin cleansers: are available over the counter and are usually useful in the treatment of mild acne (e.g. Oxy and Clearasil Max). More on skin cleansers.<br /> *<br /><br /> Benzoyl peroxide: (Benoxyl, Benzac) helps shed excess skin, unblock the hair follicles and decrease skin oiliness. It’s antibacterial properties help to reduce the amount of bacteria on the skin. Benzoyl peroxide is a bleaching agent and can stain clothes and towels. Wash your hands after applying. More on benzoyl peroxide.<br /> *<br /><br /> Natural Treatments: there are a number of natural treatments that can help manage acne. More on natural products.<br /><br />If these do not work you may want to see your doctor who can give you a prescription for a stronger medicine.<br /><br />Topical Prescription Treatments<br /><br />Most suitable for moderate to severe acne. Topical treatments are applied to the skins surface. All of the following are prescription medicines available only from your doctor or skin specialist. Your doctor will be able to help decide if they are the right medicines for you.<br /><br /> *<br /><br /> Topical Retinoids: Chemically related to vitamin A, retinoids ‘unplug’ follicles and help unclump cells. These are also available only on prescription and must not be used during pregnancy.<br /> *<br /><br /> Topical Antibiotics (Clindamycin and erythromycin): antibiotic liquids for pus-filled spots, not blackheads or whiteheads. They are applied to the skin to decrease bacteria and sebum.<br /><br />Oral Prescription Medicines<br /><br />Suitable for moderate to severe acne. These are prescription medicines. Your doctor will be able to help decide if they are the right medicines for you.<br /><br /> *<br /><br /> Oral Antibiotics: Oral antibiotics are prescribed for moderate to severe acne. Treatment with these usually continues for months, often in combination with products meant for topical application.<br /> *<br /><br /> Isotretinoin: This drug is prescribed for the most severe forms of acne and is effective where most other treatments fail. Like topical retinoids, isotretinoin is a chemical relative of Vitamin A and reduces the formation of sebum. That means fewer skin bacteria and less inflammation of the skin follicles. Isotretinoin generally is not used at the same time as topical anti acne preparations.<br /> *<br /><br /> Hormone contraceptive pills: in females these help regulate hormones that are responsible for acne and greasy skin.<br /><br />Nutritional Treatments<br /><br /> *<br /><br /> Wholefood diet: A diet high in refined sugars and starches tends to increase quantities of insulin in your body. This may in turn increase the levels of male hormones that cause acne. Cutting back on refined carbohydrates may help although there is little evidence to support a consistent link between diet and acne.<br /> *<br /><br /> Antioxidants: Antioxidants neutralise damaging free radicals that are believed to play a role in acne and inflammation. Fresh fruit and vegetables are naturally rich in antioxidants. You could also try a drink like carrot juice which contains beta-carotene - a powerful antioxidant and precursor to Vitamin A. Alternatively there are many good antioxidant supplements available.<br /> *<br /><br /> Zinc: 60 to 90 mg a day of this mineral improves some people’s acne. Several double-blind trials indicate that zinc supplements can reduce the severity of acne.<br /><br />Herbal Treatments<br /><br /> *<br /><br /> Tea Tree Oil: Applied to the skin Tea Tree Oil has been growing in popularity as an alternative to over the counter and prescription acne treatments. Tea Tree Oil has powerful anti-fungal and anti-bacterial qualities. Many people with acne find that their skin is very sensitive to Tea Tree Oil, so start with a mild dose and test it on a small area of skin. For topical treatment of acne, the oil is used at a dilution of 5–15%<br /> *<br /><br /> Olive Leave Extract: Olive Leaf Extract is believed to have powerful antibacterial properties.<br /> *<br /><br /> Licorice Root Extract: Licorice root extract possesses natural anti-inflammatory agents that may soothe skin affected by acne.<br /> *<br /><br /> Green Tea and Green Tea Extract: Green tea is rich in bioflavanoids and antioxidants (particularly EGCG) which are useful in fighting free radicals.<br /> *<br /><br /> Burdock: Burdock has been used historically to treat a range of skin problems. It is believed to have a cleansing action although there is little scientific evidence to support this. Burdock root tincture may be taken in the amount of 2 to 4 ml per day and can also be found in herbal teas.<br /><br />Alternative Treatments<br /><br /> *<br /><br /> Acupuncture: Acupuncture may be helpful in the treatment of acne. Several studies have reported that acupuncture can help with acne treatments however the general consensus is that more study is required.<br /> *<br /><br /> Hypnosis: Anecdotal evidence suggests that hypnotherapy may help in preventing scarring from acne.<br /><br />Acne Treatment Time Scale<br /><br />Many acne treatments may take a while to work (anywhere from 2-6 months). Don’t stop using the treatment within this time period. If your acne does not improve talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Your should also talk to them about any side effects from, or irritations to, your acne treatment. Some acne treatments tend to dry out the skin during the initial stages but the skin usually adjusts.<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-26704215626185101702010-02-14T10:35:00.001+05:302010-02-14T10:35:49.638+05:30Acne Treatment12 Ways to Get Better Results from Acne Treatment<br />Effective Acne Treatment Often Requires More Than Medication<br /><br />Do you wish that your acne medication left you with clearer skin? Better results may not come from trying the latest acne treatment or a stronger acne-fighting cream — but from making some simple changes.<br /><br />For those seeing a dermatologist<br /><br /> 1.<br /><br /> Use your acne treatments exactly as prescribed. Acne only clears when the treatment targets everything that is causing the acne. Since most acne medications target only 1 or 2 causes, 2 or 3 products are often necessary. To see clearer skin, these products must be used as prescribed.<br /> <br /> 2.<br /><br /> Stop using acne treatments not prescribed by your dermatologist. Using acne products that are not part of the treatment plan prescribed by your dermatologist can irritate your skin. Irritated skin usually leads to more breakouts. For best results, dermatologists recommend using only the acne-fighting products and medications in your treatment plan.<br /> <br /> 3.<br /><br /> Speak up. Dermatologists do not want patients to feel confused about acne treatment. If you do not understand something, ask about it. If an acne treatment option not prescribed by your dermatologist interests you, be sure to mention it. Asking questions is often the answer to effective acne treatment. <br /><br />For everyone treating acne, including those seeing a dermatologist<br /><br /> 4.<br /><br /> Never pop, squeeze, or pick acne. Popping and squeezing pimples, whiteheads, blackheads, and cysts tends to make acne worse. All this does is make the acne last longer. This can make it difficult to see clearer skin no matter what treatment you are using. Trying to get rid of a pimple by popping or picking also can lead to scarring, which can be permanent.<br /> <br /> 5.<br /><br /> Avoid abrasive soap, facial scrub, toner, astringent, and masks. These can irritate the skin, and irritated skin is more likely to break out. Irritated skin also makes it more difficult to tolerate acne medication. A mild cleanser used twice a day to wash the skin is actually more effective for controlling acne and preventing breakouts.<br /> <br /> 6.<br /><br /> Do not scrub your skin clean. While scrubbing away oil and grime may seem like a good idea, scrubbing actually irritates acne-prone skin. Irritating the skin generally leads to breakouts.<br /><br /> When washing the skin, use lukewarm (not hot) water and gently apply a mild cleanser with your fingertips. Washcloths and puffs tend to be too abrasive. Limiting washing to twice a day can help reduce irritation and dryness.<br /> <br /> 7.<br /><br /> Wait 5 to 15 minutes to apply acne medication. Applying acne medication right after you shower or wash your face can irritate the skin and lead to breakouts. Wet skin is most absorbent. To avoid irritation, dermatologists recommend waiting 5 to 15 minutes before applying acne medication.<br /> <br /> 8.<br /><br /> Use only oil-free skincare and hair care products. Makeup, hair gel, and other products used by people with acne-prone skin should not contain oil. Oil tends to clog pores and lead to breakouts. Look for products that are labeled “oil free,” “nonacnegenic,” or “noncomedogenic.” This means the product does not clog pores.<br /> <br /> 9.<br /><br /> Apply acne medication before makeup. Wearing an oil-free makeup is fine, but make sure it does not prevent the acne medication from working. Makeup should always be applied after topical acne medication.<br /> <br /> 10.<br /><br /> Continue using the medication when skin clears. To keep skin blemish free, most people with acne need to continue using at least 1 acne medication. If you have been using an over-the-counter product, you may be able to taper your use to a few times a week.<br /> <br /> 11.<br /><br /> Gently cleanse skin after sweating. Sweating, especially under a hat or helmet, can aggravate acne-prone skin. Gently cleansing the skin as quickly as possible afterwards can help prevent breakouts. When cleansing the skin, avoid the temptation to rub or scrub sweat from the skin. This can irritate the skin and cause breakouts.<br /> <br /> 12.<br /><br /> Give acne-fighting products enough time to work. As a rule of thumb, it takes 6 to 8 weeks before you begin to see an improvement. Improvement does not mean blemish-free skin, but a noticeable difference. It generally takes about 6 months to see clear skin. <br /><br />Effective Treatment Possible<br />Tremendous gains have been made in acne treatment. Today, virtually every case of acne can be resolved. If these tips do not help clear your skin, speak with a dermatologist.<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-6678142638516692372010-02-14T10:15:00.002+05:302010-02-19T16:44:56.608+05:30Acne Cure NaturallyAcne is a tremendously embarrassing and burdensome problem. It is easy to feel that you don't have control over your breakouts. But the fact is, you do. Now, your first response may be to assume that I'm going to recommend you see your dermatologist. Well, think again. Natural remedies can be just as effective and medications. Possibly more powerful. Sometimes, all your body needs is the right nutritional balance and proper skin care. Here are some easy things you can start doing today to help you heal your acne. You should notice a difference in about 4 weeks.<br /><br /> * Apply a honey mask to your face once or twice a week - Honey has antibacterial properties so it is great for disinfecting and healing minor blemishes. It is also gentle on sensitive skin. <br /><br />#<br /><br /># Wash twice a day with acne soap - You should wash your face twice a day with a sulfur based soap designed for acne. Once when you first wake up in the morning and then, right before you go to bed at night. Be extremely gentle to your skin when washing - do not scrub or use any sort of rough cloth. Overwashing your skin will actually stimulate your sebaceous glands to produce more sebum, thus increasing your acne.<br /><br /># Keep your hair off your face - If you have long hair or bangs, pull your hair off your face. Your hair contains oils as well, and will contribute to your breakouts. You'll also want to wash your hair everyday and after workouts<br /><br /># Take a potent multi-vitamin - Acne can be a sign that something is wrong on the inside. Your skin depends on nutrition. It is a vital organ that is usually neglected. If your body is not receiving the right nutrition, it will fight back. One common way it will rebel is to produce excessive sebum, clogging pores, and reducing the ability for your skin to heal and fight bacteria.<br /><br /># Include chromium in your diet - Chromium is well known for weight loss diets. But it is also excellent for healing infections on the skin. Taking a chromium supplement once a day will help heal your pimples quickly and prevent future breakouts.<br /><br /># Eat carrots for beta-carotene (Vitamin A) - Vitamin A strengthens the protective tissue of the skin and actually prevents acne. It helps reduce sebum production. This vitamin is essential for the maintenance and repair of the tissue which the skin and mucous membranes are made of. Vitamin A is also a powerful antioxidant needed to rid your body of toxins. Did you know that a deficiency in vitamin A can actually cause acne?<br /><br /># Avoid wearing makeup - Leaving makeup products on your skin only contributes to clogging your pores, causing more pimples and blackheads. If you feel you must wear makeup, be sure it is water-based.<br /><br /># Do not pick or squeeze your blackheads and pimples - As tempting as it may be, do not squeeze, scratch, rub or touch your pimples and blackheads. Do any of these actions, actually increases the sebum production. Plus, when you squeeze, you are actually rupturing the membranes below your skin, causing infection and sebum to spread underneath your skin. The result is more pimples.<br /><br /># Wash your pillow case every other day - Your face lays on your pillow case every day. Your pillow case absorbs the oils from your skin and reapplies the dirt and oil. Thus causing breakouts. Keep your sheets and pillow cases clean.<br /><br /># Eat foods rich in zinc - Zinc is an antibacterial agent and a necessary element in the oil-producing glands of the skin. A diet low in zinc can actually cause acne breakouts.<br /><br />There are many different types of acne treatment that people can use. Just about everyone you know has some kind of magical remedy. But where did they obtain their information? It is little wonder that there is a lot of misunderstanding on the subject. Acne is generally placed into one of three categories; mild, moderate or severe. The management for each of these stages varies significantly. Acne is a health condition and needs to be treated as such.<br /><br />If you have acne and you feel that it is getting worse instead of better, the best thing that you can do is let a professional dermatologist have a look at your condition and prescribe an appropriate treatment for you. Mild acne is first treated by gently washing the area twice daily with warm water and soap. In addition to cleansing the area, an over-the-counter cream or similar otc products that incorporates benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid should be used. These can be found in most pharmacies, and kill the bacteria on the epidermis. Proper skin care is essential. It is important to comprehend that improvements take time and do not happen overnight, especially with topical solutions. Look for a gradual, steady improvement in the condition of your skin. Some physicians will recommend certain vitamins to help the appearance of the skin. Remember acne can occur nearly any part of the body, including the arms, neck, back, the legs, and the arms.<br /><br />Acne is moderate when pimples (blackheads , whitehead, and comedones) cover approximately half of the face. If you have moderate acne, consult a dermatologist in order to quickly get a handle on your situation. Although acne can be very depressing for those that suffer from it, doctors say that most acne is completely treatable. Usually, a combination therapies is used to treat moderate acne. This would usually be a mixture of a physical treatment such as extraction or light therapy and a prescription treatment like an antimicrobial or retinoid cream. Sometimes, oral acne treatments or oral contraceptives have been known to work as well. Acne scars can definitely become more serious if it is not taken care of in the moderate stage. Therefore, it is very important to try to resolve acne as soon as you can.<br /><br />When acne is severe, the symptoms will be very obvious to the individual suffering from it. Pimples and zits become deep, inflamed and cyst-like. Usually a lot of scarring and damage to the skin occurs, causing feelings of sadness and depression. Remember though that you can find acne treatment and, as much as possible, should be sought before the acne has reached this level.<br /><br />Dermatologists will use very aggressive treatments to try to prevent the progression of severe acne. They will try to stop it in its tracks while at the same time, work to prevent permanent scarring. Oral antibiotics and medications such as accutane, may be used at this stage as well as drainage techniques and surgical incision, also known as Acne Surgery. Other acne treatments such as injections of corticosteroids can be used. This is primarily used to melt cysts over a period of a few days. The acne therapy chosen by your determatologist will be matched to the severity of the condition effecting your skin.<br /><br />It is important to obtain well-informed information from a medical professional regarding your acne. Acne treatment requires patience as it usually takes between six to eight weeks of management before visible signs of improvement can be seen. One should follow an acne care regime prescribed by a doctor. Misinformation can have you using an ineffective remedy for a long period of time, in a desperate attempt to cure your acne. Mistakes can waste time, ultimately making your acne last longer. Be persistent and work with the prescribed medications and stick with the instructions given to you by your doctor. Adult acne care is different from adolescent acne care, as the hormones going through ones body are different. Therefore don't assume what you used to cure your teenage acne problem will cure your adult problems as well. <br /><br />Acne, the most frequent and painful universal skin lesion often turns up when we enter adolescence. It is not only the scourge of young generation, people in the age group of 24 to 40 or more than that intermittently scuffle against this most depressing skin ailment. Often people out of ignorance take up wrong medication for acne and end up with more and more explosion of acne blemishes. However, a little bit of knowledge about this disease, drinking a lot of water, exercising, and a few simple home remedies to prevent and destroy existing acne could lend you a healthy skin and a happy and ease social life.<br /><br />1. Apply a thin layer of toothpaste over the pimples on your skin. This helps to diminish your swelled pimples overnight. Make it certain that you are using a paste and not a gel. It is one of the best known home remedies for acne.<br /><br />2. Everyday wash your face twice with salty lukewarm water, preferably using soap made from the neem extract. Neem is antiseptic in nature. This would keep your skin oil-free and impede the aggravation of acne vulgaris—the most familiar form of acne.<br /><br />3. Prepare your own acne face wash as a part of the acne home remedy. Take all of the following components in 1 or 2 ml each and mix up carefully: tree-tea oil, witch hazel, and sweet fennel essential oils. For men use essential oil of rosewood and for women add essential oil of geranium in that mixture of 1 or 2 ml each. At the end add 300 ml of water and mix well by shaking vigorously. Before applying this home made face wash shake well. Soak a piece of cotton in that and wipe gently over the acne affected areas twice or thrice daily. This household medication would slough off clogged pores and keep your skin clean and healthy.<br /><br />4. Take a couple of garlic cloves and crush them. Apply them on your acne face once or twice daily. This is also another familiar home remedy for acne.<br /><br />5. Prepare a paste of fenugreek leaves and apply this face pack every night for 10 to 15 minutes and wash them off. The regular practice of this acne remedy would thwart pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, and other acne lesions from further aggravation.<br /><br />6. Mix rose water with equal quantity of lemon juice. Employ this mixture over the skin and keep it there for around 30 minutes. Afterwards wash your skin with water. Regular practice of this procedure for 15 to 20 days would protect your skin from acne breakouts and reduce the existing acne scars and blemishes.<br /><br />7. Get some fresh plants of mint and prepare a juice of mint. Mix well with turmeric powder and apply the mixture over the acne affected area. Keep it for around 20 minutes and wash off with tepid water. Repeat this practice every night and eventually you would get a pimple and scar-free skin.<br /><br />8. Crush orange peels and mix with a little water to prepare a face mask. Apply on your affected areas on a regular basis. Orange peel mask will take away the excess oil from your skin to bestow a glowing healthy look.<br /><br />9. Nettle tea is known to be a great home remedy for acne for years. Everyday take around four cups of tea made from this herb, and you would see how it works wonder on your acne affected areas. You could purchase nettle tea from over the counter.<br /><br />10. A lotion made from the extract of wax like substance bee propolis is also known to be extremely effective for acne face. Pour eleven drops of this extract into eight ounces of water and mix well. Apply this lotion over the skin and wait for the magical effect.<br /><br />11. Aloe vera extract could be easily available over the counter. It is a well known home remedy for treating acne and preventing further eruption of acne.<br /><br />12. Prepare one essential oil face mask at your home. Take one tea spoonful of fuller’s earth or kaolin powder as mask base, three drops of essential oil, and around two tablespoons of distilled water and mix them well to make a thin paste. This face mask is proved to be extremely useful for treating acne and other skin diseases successfully.<br /><br />Taking a great care of your skin would definitely help you to achieve a healthy skin as long as you are concerned about paying attention to internal bodily process too. Eating healthy nutritious food and drinking plenty of water everyday and a relaxed mode of lifestyle would be undoubtedly fruitful for your mission to get a scar free healthy skin.<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-59220751533096762602010-02-13T20:27:00.000+05:302010-02-13T20:28:31.540+05:30Acne ReliefThere are a number of acne relief treatments available for sufferers of acne. Acne is a skin condition which can result in blackheads, whiteheads, yellow or red spots, greasy skin and scars. It is very common and affects about 80% of people. It can affect people of any skin color. Acne typically affects the skin on the face, neck, back, arms and chest. The severity of acne can vary.<br /><br />The aims of acne relief treatment are to prevent new spots from forming, to treat those already present on the skin and to prevent scarring. There is no ‘cure’ as such.<br /><br />If you are an acne sufferer, you need to keep the affected area clean. You should wash it twice a day with an unperfumed cleanser. Avoid strong soaps because the skin needs oil to maintain its natural condition.<br /><br />There are several over the counter medications you could try. These often contain antibacterial agents such as benzoyl peroxide. Examples include Clearasil Max or Oxy. Benzoyl peroxide can dry out the skin which encourages shedding of dead skin cells. This makes it more difficult for the pores to get blocked and for infection to develop. If you overuse benzoyl peroxide to begin with, you might experience peeling and redness so you should cut down on the use of it until your skin gets used to the product.<br /><br />If your acne is severe or if you see no improvements after 8 weeks of using an over the counter product, you should consult your doctor. He might prescribe a topical treatment. These include azelaic acid which is more gentle on your skin than benzoyl peroxide. Topical retinoids contain vitamin A, which encourages shedding of the skin. There are also topical antibiotic lotions such as Dalacin T but you might need to use this for 6 months before seeing any results.<br /><br />If you have inflammatory acne, oral antibiotics might help. The strains of bacteria are resistant to some antibiotics so this might take up to 6 months to work or not work at all. Some types of oral contraceptives help women with acne. Isotretonoin is an oral retinoid which dries up oily secretions. It can cause side effects including depression and liver disorders. This drug is also unsuitable for pregnant women.<br /><br />A healthy diet is beneficial to acne sufferers. Vitamin A produces many of the effects of isotretonoin but without the side effects. Vitamin E retards cellular aging and is useful in skin repair. Zinc helps you to absorb Vitamin A and regulates levels of Vitamin E in your blood. It helps to kill acne bacteria and boosts the immune system. Selenium boosts skin elasticity and the action of other antioxidants. Magnesium can balance hormones and help to control acne. Multi vitamin and mineral supplements are a good idea, to ensure you are getting enough.<br /><br />Alternative acne relief treatments include tea tree oil, acupuncture and nutritional changes. If you have acne, the sooner you commence treatment the less chance you have of getting scars afterwards. Bear in mind what works for one acne sufferer might not work for another.<br /><br />Click here to Discover the Secrets of the former acne sufferer cured himself from severe acne and taught thousands of people worldwide to get the clearest skin they ever had faster than they ever thought possible!. Or visit http://www.instant-success.biz/AcneNoMore for more tips<div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-46282255787234023652010-02-12T12:56:00.000+05:302010-02-12T12:57:21.801+05:30Skin Protection<p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">The sun, is the environmental factor that is most harmful to the health and appearance of the skin. Ultraviolet radiation from sunlight can cause permanent damage to the skin. It can cause the skin to sag, lose elasticity and form wrinkles. Severe sunburn can even cause skin cancer.</span></p><p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">Sunscreen and foundation protects the skin against the damaging ultraviolet rays. It also shields your face from direct contact with dirt or pollutants in the air and helps the skin against loosing its necessary moisture.</span></p><p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">Sunscreen's come in lotions and creams. A sunscreen with the sun protection factor (SPF) of number 10 can block most of the sun's ultraviolet radiations before it can damage the skin. The SPF number indicates the length of time, the product will protect the skin. Sunscreen's should be applied at least 10 minutes before you go out in the sun.</span></p><div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-37446752063706874052010-02-12T12:55:00.000+05:302010-02-12T12:56:27.240+05:30Skin Mosturising<p align="justify"><b><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">Mosturising</span></b></p><p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">Regular use of a suitable moisturiser benefits your skin. The moisturiser not only replaces the water lost from the skin but also prevents its loss to the surroundings. It protects the skin against the drying influences of the environment such as the effects of the sun, cold and heat. Tinted moisturiser are very helpful under foundation. It always keep the make up moist.</span></p><p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;"> A moisturiser is particularly helpful for dry skins. Oil free moisturisers can be used for oily skins.</span></p><p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">There are two types of moisturisers: Oil - in water emulsions and water -in -oil emulsions. The moisturiser you select should suit your skin type. For normal skins, a water based moisturiser containing a little oil is suitable. Sensitive skins and dry skins need moisturisers having a high oil content.</span></p><div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-83422240672214136372010-02-12T12:51:00.000+05:302010-02-12T12:52:25.226+05:30Skin Freshening<p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">The skin care products include cosmetics like skin fresheners, toners and astringents which basically contains alcohol and water. These products are used after cleansing the skin to freshen and tone up the skin, they also restore the acid/ alkali balance of the skin. Having cleansed, wipe away any last traces of dirt or oil with a skin freshener or toner (cleansing milk) which suits your skin type. Non alcoholic freshener are for dry and sensitive skin. Those with alcohol (astringent) are for oily skin. People with combination skin should use toner and astringent.</span></p><p align="justify"> </p><div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-1973774371108418312010-02-12T12:50:00.000+05:302010-02-12T12:51:30.889+05:30Skin Masks<p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">Basically all face <a href="http://www.webindia123.com/women/Beauty/Skin/masks.htm">masks</a> have some sort of a cleansing action. Various ingredients are used in the masks, depending on the skin type. Clay, form an important constituent of many face masks. They help to remove dirt, sebum, and dead skin so that the skin looks clean, soft and youthful.</span></p><p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;"><img src="http://www.webindia123.com/women/Beauty/images/facial.jpg" align="left" border="1" height="110" width="85" />Fullers earth is a special type of clay often used in face packs. It contains aluminium silicate. As it dries on the skin, it absorbs the superficial dead cells and blots up any excessive oil on the skin. It is therefore excellent for an oily skin but should not be used on dry skin. Kaolin is also a fine clay which has been used for tummy upsets because it absorbs toxins from the system. It removes grime, oils and dead cells. Kaolin is also best for oily skin and best avoided for dry skin.</span></p><p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">Another ingredient of some of the masks is the peeling or the exfoliating agent-these remove the top layer of dead cells from the skin, leaving behind fresh youthful skin. Oatmeal and bran are the commonly used peelers. Oatmeal is obtained from oats which is rich in Vitamin B and Vitamin E</span></p><p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">Also added to many masks are natural ingredients-cucumbers, curds, lemon juice and Brewer's Yeast. It restores the acid / alkali balance of the skin.</span></p><div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257976884242667106.post-64382740126912193212010-02-12T12:40:00.001+05:302010-02-12T12:50:25.793+05:30SKIN Cleansing<p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">Cleansing is the first essential step in your daily skin care routine. </span></p><p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">Cleansing the face 2-3 times a day; is adequate for normal skin. If your skin is oily a more frequent cleansing i.e. 4-5 times a day is necessary. If your skin is dry it is best to avoid frequent washing and you may have to use a suitable oil-based cosmetic cleanser instead of soap, which has a dry effect. </span></p><p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">There are several alternatives to soap and water cleansing. Cleansers can be in the form of creams, milks, lotions, gels and liquids. All are, a mixture of oil, wax and water which have been formulated to suit different skin types. A cotton -pad dipped in fresh milk available at home, is an equally effective cleanser.</span></p><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">The right way to apply cleansers and creams on your face is in an upward and outward movement. The skin should not be stretched, dragged or pulled. Leave the cleanser on for a minute or two so as to loosen the dirt and make up. Remove it either using a cotton wool or with a tissue paper, again using an upward and out ward movement. Finally rinse with water</span><div class="blogger-post-footer">DO IT</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com