Cutibacterium acnes bacteria are normally present on our skin. However, when skin pores are closed by the dead cells and sebum, this can lead to poor oxygen environment which is favorable for the rapid multiplication of these bacteria and the load of bacteria activates the body’s defense mechanism, resulting in pimple.
Types of pimples
There are many types of pimples, but we divided into two main types:
1.inflammatory
2.non-inflammatory
Further clarification
1.Inflammatory type of pimples which is divided into four: cysts, nodules, pustules, and papules
2.non-inflammatory into two:
Closed pores or tiny white bumps (Whiteheads) and open pores (blackheads)
Here we discussed about pustules.
Pustules are small, painful, inflammatory, pus-filled, red bump with white or yellow center skin lesions.
Causes:
There are many causes including hormonal imbalance, hereditary, smoking, wearing uncomfortable or tight clothing, dirty pillow covers, use of new cosmetics, excessive consumption of junk food or dairy or sugar, dehydrated skin, and oily skin type.
Prevention and treatment options:
Lifestyle and diet:
*All green leafy vegetables such as spinach, mint, coriander, fenugreek and etc, vegetable oil, tomatoes, Orange and yellow fruits and vegetables, orange juice, fatty fish, liver, nuts and seeds are good sources of antioxidants and Vitamins A, D and E. These vitamins promote healthy skin.
*Drink plenty of water.
*Wash your face with oil free face wash at least 2-3 times daily.
*Stress free sleep.
*Avoid to wear uncomfortable or tight or harsh clothes.
Home remedies
*Ice massage (reduces swelling)
*Rose water (help in reducing redness and has a calming effect)
*Aloe vera gel (it provides soothing effects and reduces redness)
*Honey (bacteria killing effect)
*Tea tree oil (diluted) (kills bacteria)
*Lemon (diluted) (it controls excess oil production)
*Turmeric paste (work against inflammation)
*Cucumber paste (refrigerant effect and hydrates skin)
*Yogurt mask (gentle scrubbing removes dead cells)
*Argan oil (create a thin protective film, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating)
Caution:
*Although these are the herbal remedies, always do a patch test first to avoid any side effects.
*Avoid too harsh exfoliating.
Conclusion
Pimple means something is happening that is unusual so find the reason and treat it with love.
(Dear readers, if you want more details on how to use these remedies, please let me know in comments. Thank you!)
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