ACNE

Acne It is an inflammatory skin disorder which is very common in teenagers. Outbreaks of pimples, blackheads, whiteheads and cyst occur on the face and sometimes on chest and back. Acne can be caused due to surge of hormones during puberty which stimulates oil-producing glands in the skin and makes them prone towards blockage and infection. Acne tends to clear up over time, but the pimples may leave scars. Factors such as stress, changes in weather, and using certain cosmetics trigger attacks of acne.

Home Remedies:

•Mix one teaspoon of chickpea flour with enough water to make paste, and use this mixture to wash your face.

•Mix almond powder with a little water, and apply the paste to your face. Let it dry and then rinse it off.

•Grind orange peel with some water to make paste and apply on affected areas.

•Mix one teaspoon lemon juice in one teaspoon finely-ground cinnamon (dalchini) powder and apply on affected areas frequently.

•Make a paste of half teaspoon each of sandalwood and turmeric powder in a little water and apply.

•Grind some black cumin seeds (shahi jeera) with some vinegar to make a smooth paste and apply on affected parts.

Do's

•Include plenty of healthy foods such as fruit and vegetables in your diet.

•Drink eight to ten glasses of pure water daily.

•Gently wash affected areas twice a day with lukewarm water and a nonoily, perfume-free, mild soap.

•Keep your hair off your face.

•Keep your colon clean.

•Do aerobic exercise.

•Manage stress, practice deep breathing and relaxation exercise.

Don’ts

•Don’t squeeze pimples.

•Try not to rub or touch your face absent-mindedly while you are absorbed in something such as watching TV or reading book.

•Avoid high-fat foods, coffee, and chocolate.

•Avoid oil-based cosmetics and creams and opt for noncomedogenic products.

•Avoid frequent looking in the mirror and feeling bad about the acne.

See Doctor

•Acne has no improvement and is spreading and is red and weepy after using self-help remedies for two month.

•Hair growing on face and having irregular menstrual periods