Treatment of Acne, pimples and spots on the face
Description:
Most people experience acne, a common skin ailment, at some point in their lives. It results in blemishes, greasy skin, and occasionally hot or uncomfortable skin to the touch.
Acne typically appears on the:
Nearly all acne sufferers experience this issue on their face, while more than half of acne sufferers also experience it on their back or breast.
Types of spots:
There are six primary categories of acne-related spots:
• Blackheads are small, dark-colored or yellowish bumps that form on the skin. Despite not containing any dirt, they are dark in colour due to pigmentation (colouring) produced by the inner lining of the hair follicle.
• Whiteheads - resemble blackheads in appearance but may be harder and resist emptying when squeezed.
• Papules, which are small red bumps that may feel tender or sore, pustules, which are similar to papules but have a white tip in the centre, and nodules, which are large hard lumps that form beneath the skin's surface and can be painful cysts, which are the most severe type of acne-related spot and are large pus-filled lumps that resemble boils and are most likely to leave permanent scars, are the most severe type of acne-related spot.
What remedies are there for acne?
The following self-help methods could be beneficial.
• Avoid washing the affected skin more than twice each day.
• Frequent washing might aggravate symptoms by irritating the skin.
• Use lukewarm water and a light soap or cleanser to wash the afflicted area. Water that is too hot or cold might exacerbate acne.
• Try not to squeeze or clean out blackheads or spots. This may worsen them and leave behind scars that are permanent.
• Do not overuse cosmetics and makeup. Use water-based products that are non-comedogenic, as these products are less prone to clog your skin's pores.
• Do not overuse cosmetics and makeup. Use water-based products that are non-comedogenic, as these products are less prone to clog your skin's pores.
• Remove all makeup before going to bed.
• Use a fragrance-free, water-based emollient if dry skin is an issue.
• While regular exercise won't help your acne, it will make you happier and more confident. After working out, take a shower as soon as you can because sweat might aggravate acne.
• Avoid having your hair fall across your face by frequently washing your hair.
• Acne cannot be cured, but it can be managed with the right medication. Pharmacies have a variety of creams, lotions, and gels for treating spots. Asking your chemist for advice if you get acne is a smart idea.
• Don't expect results right away; treatments can take up to three months to take effect. When they do begin to operate, the outcomes are frequently favourable.
When to consult a professional:
• Most acne cases are not serious, and a chemist can cure them. It may be necessary to treat your acne with antibiotics or harsher lotions that are only accessible with a prescription if it is severe or occurs on your chest and back. If you need to see your doctor for additional therapy, your chemist can give you advice on that.
• To prevent scarring, any nodules or cysts you acquire must be carefully treated by your doctor. Avoid the urge to pluck or crush the places because doing so might leave scars that are permanent.
What causes my acne?
• Although it can begin at any age, acne is most frequently associated with the changes in hormone levels throughout puberty.
• The skin's grease glands close to hair follicles create more oil (abnormal sebum) when certain hormones are present.
• A normally benign skin bacterium called P. acnes modifies its behaviour in response to this aberrant sebum, becoming more aggressive and producing pus and inflammation.
• Additionally, the hormones thicken the inner lining of the hair follicle, blocking the pores and allowing the hair follicles to expand. The skin cannot be cleaned to remove this obstruction.
Other potential reasons:
• A family history of acne is well known. It is likely that you will have acne if both your parents did.
• Women may experience flare-ups of acne due to hormonal changes, such as those that take place during the menstrual cycle or pregnancy.
• No proof exists that food, bad hygiene, or sexual activity contribute to acne.
• Learn more about the factors contributing to acne, as well as some popular acne myths
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Who is impacted?
• Younger people and teenagers frequently suffer from acne. Acne affects 80% of persons between the ages of 11 and 30.
• Ages 14 to 17 for girls and 16 to 19 for boys are when acne is most prevalent.
• Most people struggle with acne intermittently for years before their symptoms start to go better as they age. When a person is in their mid-twenties, acne frequently goes away.
• Acne can sometimes persist until adulthood. Over the age of 25, acne affects 5% of women and 1% of males.
