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Symptoms of Acne
Acne typically forms where there are numerous
sebaceous glands, including one's face,
arms, chest, shoulders and back. Acne
can generally be divided into two categories:
non-inflammatory and inflammatory.
| Non-inflammatory
acne: |
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examples of non-inflammatory
acne are whiteheads and blackheads.
Whiteheads are small, white
bumps that are formed when sebum
and bacteria are trapped below
the skin’s surface. Blackheads
are similar to whiteheads but
they are partially opened on
the surface and they become
black because of the melanin
pigment of the skin.
Non-inflammatory acne is
relatively mild and this condition
affects the majority of individuals
who suffer from acne. It can
often be treated effectively
with non-prescription medicines.
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| Inflammatory
acne:: |
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common forms of inflammatory
acne are papules, pustules,
nodules, and cysts. Papules
are inflamed lesions that appear
to be pink or red and that can
be painful. Pustules are pus-filled
papules with a pink or red base.
Pustules are commonly referred
to as zits or pimples. Nodules
are hard, painful lumps that
form under the skin’s
surface. Cysts are deep-rooted,
large, pus-filled lesions that
often cause permanent scarring.
In its most severe form,
inflammatory acne causes disfiguring
cysts and deep, pitting scars.
Prescription drugs and occasional
surgery is required to treat
inflammatory acne.
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Natural Cures
Vitamins and Minerals
Vitamin
A, Vitamin E and Niacin have been successfully
used to treat acne and prevent further
degeneration of the skin. Treatment may
include 100 milligrams of Niacin and 50,000
units of Vitamin A that are consumed three
times each day for a maximum duration
of one month. Vitamin E, with a maximum
of 400 milligrams consumed each day, can
help to prevent significant scarring and
may even remove existing scars. Vitamin
E may also be consumed through certain
foods including nuts and seeds. Another
option that has proved to cause dramatic
results is to utilize Zinc for the treatment
of acne. The recommended dosage of Zinc
is a maximum of 50 milligrams taken three
times each day. The dosage can be lowered
as the skin quality improves.
Garlic
It is feasible
to treat acne inexpensively, effectively
and naturally if you simply explore your
kitchen! Garlic is one miracle cure that
is commonly found in the kitchen and the
external application of garlic on the
skin is known to cure pimples, boils and
spots.
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If
you can cope with the smell of raw
garlic, proceed to rub freshly peeled
raw garlic on the acne-afflicted
area several times each day. This
process has produced remarkable
results in some extreme cases. |
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Chew three
cloves of raw garlic once each day
for one month (If your loved ones
are willing to cope with potent
garlic breath!) Raw garlic aids
in improving blood circulation and
purifies the blood stream which
helps to prevent acne. |
Apple
Cider Vinegar
Many people firmly believe in the acne-healing
properties of apple cider vinegar. If
apple cider vinegar is unattainable,
plain vinegar may be successfully used.
Vinegar helps to eliminate acne-causing
bacteria from the skin and aids in restoring
the skin’s natural pH balance
and its ability to absorb excess oil
from the skin surface.
Here is
how to use vinegar to treat acne:
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Wash
the face with a mild facial cleanser
and water and pat your skin dry
with a soft towel. Apply diluted
vinegar (eight parts of water
with one part of vinegar) directly
to the skin with a cotton ball
and do not rinse for a few minutes. |
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For severe
acne, create a stronger vinegar
solution (for example, mix two
or three parts of water with one
part of vinegar),and apply the
solution directly to the acne-affected
areas. Rinse off the solution
with warm water after ten minutes. |
Diet and Acne
Despite
the fact that there is very little evidence
suggesting that diet affects acne, the
quality of consumed food does affect
the health, including the health of
the skin. Here are a few dietary changes
that can aid in preventing and controlling
acne breakouts:
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Reduce
the intake of sugar (which includes
reducing the amount of fruit juices
consumed), sweets, processed flour,
baked goods, and trans fats or
hydrogenated fats. Avoid rich
desserts and sugary treats including
donuts, cakes, ice cream, and
pies. |
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Consider
utilizing artificial sweeteners,
such as Stevia, rather than sugar.
Try substituting honey, a natural
sweetener, for processed sugar
as often as possible. |
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Avoid
the consumption of processed foods
such as chips, cookies, candies
and other similar unhealthy snacks.
Consuming greasy food or chocolates
does not directly lead to the
development of acne but it is
more beneficial to avoid these
foods or only consume them in
moderation to maintain a healthy
fitness level. |
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Drink
water, herbal teas and vegetable
juices instead of soda. Drinking
at least eight to ten glasses
of water each day helps to remove
the toxins from the system and
promotes clear, healthy and radiant
skin. |
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Consume
a large amount of beneficial fatty
acids because these aid in the
body’s process of detoxification.
Such fatty acids may be consumed
through fish or fish oil. |
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Finally,
do not allow acne to control your
life. You will be able to control
acne with the use of care and
caution. |
Stress Management
Individuals
who experience stress simultaneously experience
various hormonal imbalances that may contribute
to the formation of acne. Stress may be
managed through exercise, daily reflections,
and aromatherapy. Aromatherapy can be
utilized by directly inhaling or applying
soothing aromas or oils, such as lavender.
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