Acne: Causes, Types, Symptoms & Treatment Remedies

Woking up with a pimple on your face? I know, it’s a terrible experience and no one would like to have that. But many of us are facing this problem of acne and pimples and are not able to do anything about it.

It is necessary to take care of your skin. Your skin is the first layer of defense that protects your body from harmful radiation and foreign particles. Not only this, but healthy skin also adds to your beauty.

Since the skin of your face is exposed to dust and pollution normally, it becomes more prone to skin problems such as pimples.

So, if you are worried about the repeated growth of pimples, then we have something very useful for you. In this guide, we will discuss all aspects of acne, pimples, and acne scars.

Now, Let’s take a glance at all aspects of acne pimples: Scars, Acne Vulgaris, Types, Cystic Acne, Pimple Treatment & Remedies.

1. ACNE MEANING

Acne is a skin condition where the follicles of your hair become clogged with dead skin cells and sebaceous (oil ).

Almost everyone has faced it once in their life, but mainly teenagers usually deal with acne because of a hormonal change that is also known as puberty.

It often appears on the FACE – forehead, cheeks, CHEST, SHOULDERS, BACK, etc.

2. WHAT IS ACNE VULGARIS?

Acne vulgaris is a similar word to acne but acne vulgaris is commonly used for long-term acne issues.

3. CAUSES OF PIMPLES?

Only one not causes acne but there are a lot of factors that may cause acne. It occurs when sebaceous glands ( oil ) are clogged with hair follicles and dead skin cells.

Here are some of the main reasons for acne-causing: Food & Diet plays a major role in acne, Hygiene ( Dirt & cleanliness ), and Stress can also be a reason.

4. TYPES OF ACNE

The following are the common types of acne.

• Common Pimples ( also known as pustules )
• Cystic Acne
• Papules
• Nodules
• Black Heads
• White Heads

5. FACTORS THAT AFFECTS ACNE

Since there are a lot of factors but some of the main of them are:

• Food & Diet ( From a healthy breakfast to a light dinner )
• Hormonal Change
• Dirt & Bacteria
• Excess Oil Production
• Stress
• Wrong Medication

6. PIMPLES REMOVAL REMEDIES

Though there are a lot of acne antibiotics & acne care products out there, here we’ll be discussing some of the most effective natural home remedies for acne pimples.

These are the most highly-rated home remedies for acne pimples.

• TEA TREE OIL BENEFITS 

The tea tree oil has anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that make it highly effective against pimples.

This oil is as effective as benzoyl peroxide in treating acne. Benzoyl Peroxide is the most common formulation that is prescribed to cure acne.

However, one should not use tea tree oil directly. It should be diluted with water and then applied to the affected area with the help of a cotton swab.

• LAVENDER & CLOVE OIL BENEFITS  

Apart from tea tree oil, these oils are also effective in the treatment of acne and various skin allergies.

Just like tea tree oil, these oils should also be diluted with water before applying to the affected area, or else they may irritate.

Some of the most effective essential oils are rose, cinnamon, lavender, rosemary, and clove.

• GREEN TEA BENEFITS

Green tea is a rich source of tannins and flavonoids. These ingredients have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.

Antioxidants present in green tea reduce sebum production and also inhibit bacterial growth.

Boil green tea for 3-4 minutes. Cool it down and then apply it to the affected area using cotton. Keep it overnight and then wash your face with water.

• ALOE VERA BENEFITS

Aloe Vera is a plant that has a gel inside its leaves. This gel is highly effective against acne-causing bacteria and also works as a moisturizer.

The Aloe Vera gel contains salicylic acid, cinnamic acid, lupeol, and various other anti-bacterial ingredients.

It is very simple and easy to apply Aloe Vera gel. You just need to extract the gel from the leaves and apply it to the pimples. Keep it overnight and wash it with water the next morning.

Acne or pimples are not a serious problem if treated on time. In some cases, they are not cured permanently and their recurrence can be annoying.

However, various natural remedies can help you cure pimples and get healthy and glowing skin.

Hope you find this article useful and informative. Do share your comments, feedback or queries.