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What is acne exactly?- Acne is a very common skin condition that occurs when oil glands are overactive. Instead of the oil lubricating and coating the skin evenly it get’s trapped in pores with dirt, dead skin cells and hair plugging the follicle and causing infection. The cause of the acne must first be established before a suitable acne remedy can be identified.

Recognizing acne- The condition is often incorrectly diagnosed or wrongfully recognized. This is most probably as a result of different skin conditions resembling acne. It is important to identify certain acne features such as excessively oily skin, white and black head break-outs and large bumps on and under the skin.

Types- Acne can inflammatory and non-inflammatory in nature, depending how serious the condition is. White- and black heads are considered non-inflammatory acne. White heads form when oil and bacteria plugs pores just below skin surface. Whiteheads are least visible of all the acne types. Blackheads are formed in the exact same manner whiteheads do with oil and dirty plugging pores. However black heads’ colour is derived from the melanin and oxidizes contained in the oil changing colour. Blackheads’ are the most stubborn acne to get rid of. Washing or scrubbing alone will not be sufficient with sebum content taking a very long time to drain. Papules and Pustules are inflammatory in nature due to the extreme pain and discomfort caused by the legions. Papules form with follicle wall breakage and white blood cells rushing to the pores causing intense inflammation after a couple of days. The inflammation may increase to such an extreme that the papules collapse totally and Nodules or Cysts are formed.

Triggers- Acne can be triggered by bad hygiene, unhealthy diet, insomnia, vitamin deficiency, stress or hormonal changes.

Treatments available- Acne treatments have developed so much over the past couple of years that you will be able to treat your condition will great success ranging from homemade remedies to prescription drugs in the form of antibiotics, topical creams and solutions.

Natural- Natural remedies are effective, affordable and easy for treating acne break outs. Mother nature has an acne remedy that will suit everybody. ACV or Apple Cider Vinegar is wonderful treatment for clearing acne and acne scars. Soak a cotton ball with ACV and dabbing the affected area, leave overnight. Calamine Lotion not only soothes and calms chickenpox but also dries and clears acne. Just dab a bit of lotion on the spot and leave to dry. Aloe gel or sap has a wonderful cooling and soothing affecting on the acne with regular application.

Water- Water, water and more water. Water is the most natural and safest way of detoxing your body from harmful and poisonous build-up in the blood stream and liver. You will definitely see the difference in your skins’ appearance after only a couple of days of hydration. You skin will be soft and glowing.

Nutrients- A lack of vitamins or minerals in your dietary programme can cause severe acne break-outs. Various vit and mineral supplements are available at your local health store.

Medical attention- It is always recommended to seek medical attention before you start treatment to any medical condition. Your Physician or Dermatologist will shed light on the best treatment for your skin condition as acne and skin type should be taken into consideration.