After-effect of viral quick remedies, study and physic for acne.
the whole lot review on acne
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Acne/pimple in simple words:
Acne is a casual skin acknowledgment that affects bodies of all ages. It is characterized by pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads on the face, neck, back, and chest. Acne is acquired by factors, including hormonal imbalances, genetics, diet, and lifecycle.
Acne arises because of:
Oil secretion gland in human skin known as sebaceous gland. However, the sebaceous glands secrete too much sebum, it can clog the hair follicles, leads to creation of pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads. Bacteria can additionally become trapped in the follicles, which causes redness and infection.
Myths spreading to people:
- Acne is acquired by poor hygiene.
- Greasy foods account acne.
- Acne affects only during teenage time.
- Can get rid of pimple by squeezing/pricking them.
Actual facts:
- Development of acne due to improper food diet (i.e) eating foods with high level of sugar content, oily and deep fried foods and unhealthy fat content.
- It's majorly due to cosmetic stuffs but also because of one's mental health and physical fitness.
- Acne will disappear with time and proper lifestyle.
- Acne comes at any stage of life means at any age of time.
Viral acne tricks/hacks:
- Tea tree oil contains anti-bacterial properties which helps in preventing from acne causing bacteria. Can apply by using cotton pads, people with oily skin types can keep for few minutes less than 10-15mins and wash it off with normal water.
- Applying properly cleaned aloe vera gel can reduce redness, inflammation, You can use it by directly applying on skin. But some person can get mild irritation. Patch test is recommended. It acts as a moisturizer.
- Unprocessed raw honey for acne prevention is also a better option for acne problem. Same like tea tree oil it has anti-bacterial content, it is also applied and wash it off with normal water.
- Cold green tea bags can be kept on skin to treat acne redness as it has anti-inflammatory content. Even green tea powder available in stores can also be used as face pack to skin in associate with honey and wash it off within 15 mins.
Popular remedies made out of home available things:
- Juice from lemon can be used for preventing acne because it has anti-bacterial and astringent content, But using it in diluted properties is recommended as it contains citric acid , Concentrated lemon juice applied directly to acne may cause irritation and it may also worsen your pimple.
- Turmeric helps to reduce redness on pimple, Because of its anti-inflammatory properties. It is used in paste form for application and it is better to use grinded raw turmeric available in ayurvedic stores. Now-a-days processed and chemical based turmeric is also there in stores which is not good for skin. Turmeric can also reduce acne marks, and dark spots on regular usage.
- Tomato for acne prevention as it contains high anti-oxidant and rich in lycopene. It can be used in the form of puree paste. Puree paste is made from washed and sliced tomatoes grinded in mixer. It can give hydration and soothing to your skin
- Toothpaste used for treating acne's is a bad idea and it is not scientifically proven in any medium that applying toothpaste, you can get rid of acne. Instead acne can get worsen and it can irritate or even inflammation is possible.
- Applying Baking soda can be harsh on the skin and it is harmful which lead to more irritation , breakouts, and even can change you skin pH level.
- Rubbing alcohol either directly or in any product form containing high percentage of rubbing alcohol can make your skin more dry , irritation , cause new pimple and breakouts.
- Clean towel.
- Pillow cover to be changed frequently at least once in a month. Satin cloth pillow case.
- Separate towel for face instead of using same towel for both face and body.
- Avoid using same body soap for face, Better to use separate face wash according to your skin types.
- Wash your face once you feel oily or when you get back from outside environment.
- Avoid touching your face often.
- Eat healthy and avoid processed or packed junks. Proper sleep pattern.
- Glycolic Acid
- Niacinamide
- Kojic Acid
- Retinol/Retinoids
- Sunscreen
- Treatments and remedies to get rid to acne will vary from person to person.
- External care like topical applications and medicine will work 30% rest 70% should take care internally by eating healthy, exercise/yoga, drinking water, look after sleep cycle etc..
Stupid home remedies that is been trending on social media:
Minimal steps can be followed at home:
Medical therapies dermatologist suggest to their patients:
Light therapy: using Photo Dynamic Therapy, Blue light and laser lights helps to kill bacteria that causing acne, inflammation and redness.
Chemical Peeling: chemical solution like glycolic acid and salysilic acid applied to exfoliate skin. It varies from mild to deep peeling, the top layer of skin is peeled off within 10 days completely. It has downtime that varies based on person and acne development.
Topical medications suggested by dermatologist to get rid of acne:
Night gel for treating acne: Benzoyl Peroxide Gel IP(Benzac AC )
Sunscreen for acne prone skin: Photon 360, Acne UV gel, Re'equil, shadow spf 30+.
Moisturizers: Excela, Acne-OC, Bioderma(atoderm intensive baume, for dry skin), Sebame clear face(for oily skin), Cetaphil moisturizing cream(for combination skin).
Face wash: Saslic(comedogenic acne), Lyrasol(for inflammatory acne), Cetaphil(for dry and sensitive skin), Simple(for combination to oily skin)
Serums: Rosehip & Renoid power emulsion(for dry skin), Dermaco Retinol serum(for oily skin), Neem and BHA spot clarifying serum(for comedonal acne)
Must have ingredients in products for acne skin:
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