Acne Support

Acne prone skin is usually identified by having dark pimples, whiteheads, blackheads, redness, inflammation and painful irritation. Excessive secretion of sebum blocks the pathway from sebaceous gland towards the surface of the skin. Sebum functions to assist hair follicles in the removal of dead cells from the skin

Nature’s Treatments for Acne Prone Skin

• Because of its antibiotic effects garlic can be used as an acne remedy by controlling the growth of bacteria in the pores.

• Tomatoes have anti-oxidant effects and are rich in vitamins A & C. Skin revitalization is helped by regular vitamin C intake and skin maintenance is greatly helped by vitamin A.

• In order to avoid acne always try to use medicated, oil-free cosmetics.

• Do not clean your face with a scrubbing action, use gentle motion.

• Always use off-the-shelf scrubs carefully, as they can also irritate your skin.

• Pimples heal faster if you can avoid trying to squeeze or pop them.

• Never use non-medicated cleansers and always use medicated cleansers or mild cleansers with either salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide.

• Never use cream-based cleansers if your skin is oily.

• Orange peel powder with water can also be applied to the affected area. Wash it off after 20 minutes with warm water and continue with this, shortly you will observe ‘fruitful’ results.

• Because of its anti-bacterial effects Indian neem can also be utilized in treatment of acne.

• Juice of raw papaya is also very effective in treating acne – apply directly to the affected areas of the face.

• Cucumber is also regularly included in the list of natural treatments of acne, you can apply cucumber juice to the acne prone areas of your face to help cleanse and calm irritated skin.

An essential component of treating acne is the continuous cleansing of excess sebum oil from the pores. Nowadays, there are plenty of superb washes available that acne sufferers can buy over the counter. The best face washes typically contain 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide or 2% Salicylic Acid. Both of these medicated substances play a key role in treating acne.

In more serious cases, a specialized acne treatment product is necessary. For breakouts on the scalp and around the hairline, a shampoo for oily hair and a deep cleansing conditioner combined is the best treatment. A clear pore shave cream should be used to help control razor bumps.