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home remedies acne
Ricky Lim asked:


A black bump on the skin is generally called as blackheads. It is medically called as open comedo. It is sometimes yellowish in color. The main reason for blackheads is because of oils which have accumulated in the skin. It is one type of acne and as it becomes old these blackheads become thick and darken.

Your face is one part which is affected by blackheads. When the skin’s natural oil hardens the pore of the skin blackheads are formed. Sebum is called skin’s natural oil. People with oily skin and sensitive skin are prone to have blackheads.

There are various treatments for blackheads. It is advised to cleanse the face properly with a good cleanser which suits oily skin.

Applying an astringent reduces oil formation. Depending on the sensitivity of your skin an astringent should be used. It is suggested to add rose water to it.

Applying a cream or gel which contains salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide and resorcinol is a good remedy. There are some cases where benzoyl peroxide will leave the skin dry. In that case you can use oil free moisturizer. Proper sunlight, stress free life, eating healthy food, drinking plenty of water and juices, exercising regularly are some other methods to follow to prevent from blackheads.

Herbal tea can be used to treat blackheads. It is always advised to use natural herbal products. Using mild soaps and prescribed cleanser are really important to keep your skin clean. It is better to avoid oil-based creams. You should use natural face scrub to remove dead skin.

Using warm water to face your face will open skin pores. Do not use hard soaps or hot water to wash your face. It is better to wash in warm or cool water. Keeping your pillow and towel clean is really necessary.

Fuller’s earth mixed with rose water is considered to be the best home remedy for blackheads. A paste made of radish and water has to be applied over blackheads and leave it till it gets dried.

These are safe home remedies for blackheads. Green tea face scrub can also be used for removing blackheads. A paste made of Lime juice mixed with drumstick leaves can also be used to remove blackheads. Do not remove blackhead forcefully. It will leave a mark on your skin.



home remedies acne
Jason Richardes asked:


Acne is not a new disease. Human beings have been suffering from this skin condition for a long time. Scientists have been trying to solve the problem of acne for many years. The reasons for acne are many.

Before looking for home remedies of acne, if we understand the reasons for acne, it will be beneficial. Some people suffer from acne and some don’t. The reason is over active oil glands in the body. If the skin pores are blocked, the oil produced by the glands will not be able to come out. The end result is a boil on your face. It could get infected and it can cause lots of damage to your skin. It seems there is no hard and fast rule as to who will suffer from acne and who will not. Prevention is therefore better than cure.

Diet is important:

Make sure that you are eating right. You need to eat lots of fruits and vegetables; particularly citrus fruits because they contain antioxidants. They help in preventing pimples and skin damage. You can rub the juice of such fruits on the affected area. If need be, you may dilute the juice with some water. Apply the juice on the affected area and leave it on for 5 minutes. Then wash your face with clean water.

One of the reasons of acne is bacterial infection. To combat this infection, you could use raw garlic. Garlic has anti bacterial properties. Hence it can be very helpful in treating pimples, boils and any spots on your face. If you improve your intake of citrus fruits and start including garlic in your diet, it will help cleanse your blood and thus prevent outbreak of acne.

Another of the home remedies of acne is the use of fenugreek leaves. Take fresh leaves of fenugreek and make a paste out of it. You can apply the paste on your face. Leave the paste on your face for sometime and then wash off with warm water. It is safe to leave it on over night.

If you want to prevent black heads and pimples on your face, another significant home remedy is use of cucumber. You grate the cucumber or extract juice from it. Apply the grated cucumber or the juice on the affected area. Leave it on for about 20 minutes. Then wash it off. This will help you to take care of under eye black spots as well.

If you have a very oily skin then the chances of you suffering from acne are more. To get rid of excess oil from your face take some curd. Mix some Bengal lentil powder into it and apply that mixture on your face. Leave it on your face for about 15-20 minutes. Wash it off with warm water. There are many such home remedies of acne. It will be helpful to remember that if the out break of acne is severe then it is better you go to a dermatologist and get treated.