23/12/2021
All About Acne
Acne
It occurs when your hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells.
Causes
Oil production
Dead skin cells
Clogged pores
Bacteria
Diet
Dairy products and carbohydrates rich foods such as breads,chips may trigger acne.
Chocolate has been suspected of making acne worse.
Acne myth
These factors have little effects on acne –
1. Greasy food has little to no effect on acne but working in a greasy area does.
2. Dirty skin – Acne patient an advanced to wash their face 2-3 times a day. Not because acne is caused by dirt. No!!! It doesn’t.Though washing does help to gently remove excess oil, dead skin.
3. Cosmetics – Cosmetics don’t necessarily worsen acne esp. if you use oil free makeup that doesn’t clog pores and remove makeup regularly.
Acne prevention tips
1. Wash acne prone areas twice a day.
2. Look for products containing benzyl peroxide or salicylic acid as an active ingredient.
3. Use non oily makeup.
4. Remove makeup before going to bed.
5. Shower after strenuous activities.
6. Avoid touching and pricking at the acne.
How will Homeopathic medications help?
It works by reducing oil production, speeding up skin cell recovery and prevent further acne. It will not have any side-effects like redness, dryness.