Pimples are infected lesions or bumps filled with pus. Pimples break out as a result of over activity of sebaceous glands and inflammation of hair follicles. Treating pimples is easy in initial stages by using over the counter remedies. In general cases, there is no need to take prescription medications for pimples. It is a very common skin disorder, around 95% of people develop pimples at any stage of their lives. Do not worry! Here we'll discuss some common ways to get rid of pimples and their prevention.
Using herbal over the counter remedies is the best way for getting rid of pimples. There are various cause of pimples like excessive production of sebaceous glands, lack of nutrients, bacterial infection, hormonal imbalance etc. There are various remedies that are specific for each cause. Lack of dietary nutrients like vitamins and minerals is one of the biggest cause of acne breakouts. Your skin needs lots of nutrients for healthy growth. Lack of vitamins and minerals causes acne breakouts as they are essential for maintaining normal metabolism. Therefore, take plenty of fruits and vegetables for getting lots of essential nutrients and keeping your skin healthy.
Bacterial infection and inflammation of hair follicles is also another biggest cause of acne. The infection causes inflammation and triggers the sebaceous glands to produce more sebum. When excessive sebum is being produced and hair follicles are inflamed, sebum accumulates within hair follicles. Sebum mixes with white blood cells and bacteria and forms plaque. The plaque clogs hair follicles and small bumps appear. These bumps are called whiteheads, blackheads and pimples depending upon the severity.
Certain over the counter remedies are very effective for treating bacterial infection and reducing the inflammation of hair follicles. Most of the remedies contain salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide. Salicylic acid is very effective for treating bacterial infection and exfoliation of dead skin cells and sebum. Benzoyl peroxide is also effective but it may cause dryness if your skin is sensitive and dry.
You can also use cleansers and scrubs for exfoliating dead skin cells and germs. It is also an effective method. But certain cleansers aggravates the symptoms as they contains harsh chemicals. Therefore, always buy herbal cleansers that contain natural plant extracts. Conclusively, use a cleansers and scrubs to wash your face or body, and apply herbal skin care tonic regularly. After few week, your skin will be considerably healthy.
Prevention of Pimples:
Avoid direct exposure to sun, harsh cosmetics containing excess of oils, harsh soaps and clothing detergents etc. Take balanced diet and drink at least 8 to 12 glasses of water. Do not use towel and do not squeeze the pimples. Squeezing the pimples spreads the infection up to deep skin layers. Use cleansers and herbal skin care tonic for topical skin rejuvenation.
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