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A friendly solution, which is free, is enjoying the salt water at the beach. The ocean water acts as a exfoliant due to the amount of minerals (besides salt) that it contains. However, if you don't live by the beach, below is additional information to help you understand the pimple issue and tips to cure acne naturally. The conclusion after reading the information below is that age will be your friend in the fight against pimples. Proactiv can help also but, it's expensive.

Pimple
A pimple is a type of skin lesion that is caused by inflamed and/or obstructed pores. The most common cause of pimples is acne; however, other causes, such as smallpox exist as well.

Acne is a common disorder that is characterized by clogged pores and pimples in the skin. Permanent scars, as well as pain and itching may accompany the disorder. However, acne is not a serious health threat. Many people with acne are acutely self-conscious about the condition. Frequently affecting adolescents, acne may intensify feelings of shyness that are extremely common during the teen years.

Causes
Tiny pores are connected to oil glands under the skin. These glands produce an oily substance called sebum. The pores connect to the glands by a canal called a hair follicle. Inside the follicles, oil carries dead skin cells to the surface of the skin. A hair will grow through the follicle and out to the skin. When a follicle clogs up, a pimple will begin to grow. This condition is referred to as keratosis pilaris. At this point the pimple is untreatable, however there are creams and lotions available to lessen the inflammation. Any treatment for keratosis is cosmetic because the condition is not harmful.

Keratosis pilaris (KP)
This is a very common genetic follicular condition that is manifested by the appearance of rough bumps on the skin and hence colloquially referred to as "chicken skin". Primarily, it appears on the back and outer sides of the upper arms, but can also occur on thighs and buttocks or any body part except glabrous skin (like the palms or soles of feet). Worldwide, KP affects an estimated 40 to 50% of the adult population and approximately 50 to 80% of all adolescents. It is more common in women than in men. Varying in degree, cases of KP can range from minimal to severe.

There are several different types of keratosis pilaris, including keratosis pilaris rubra (red, inflamed bumps), alba (rough, bumpy skin with no irritation), rubra faceii (reddish rash on the cheeks) and related disorders.

Most people with keratosis pilaris do not know they carry it. While KP resembles goose bumps, it is characterized by the appearance of small rough bumps on the skin. As a result, it is often confused with acne.

Keratosis pilaris tends to occur as excess keratin, a natural protein in the skin, accumulates around hair follicles (process known as hyperkeratinization). Bearing only cosmetic consequence, the condition most often appears as a proliferation of tiny hard bumps that are seldom sore or itchy. Though people with keratosis pilaris experience this condition year round, it’s during the colder months when moisture levels in the air are lower that the problem can become exacerbated and the “goose bumps” are apt to look and feel more pronounced in color and texture.

Treatment
There is no cure for Keratosis pilaris; treatments are largely symptomatic and must be repeated. Regardless, exfoliation, intensive moisturizing cremes, Retin-A, and medicated lotions containing alpha-hydroxy acids or urea may be used to temporarily improve the appearance and texture of affected skin.

KP often improves with age.

Tips to cure acne naturally
- Apply a honey mask to your face once or twice a week
- Wash twice a day with acne soap
- Keep your hair off your face
- Take a multi-vitamin
- Include chromium in your diet
- Eat carrots for beta-carotene (Vitamin A)
- Avoid wearing makeup
- Drink 8 glasses of water
- Do not pick or squeeze your blackheads and pimples
- Wash your pillow case every other day
- Eat foods rich in zinc

Misconceptions about acne
There are many myths about what causes acne. Greasy foods and chocolate are often blamed, but foods have little effect on the development and course of acne in people. It is true, though, that anger and stress affect hormone levels and thus bodily oil production, which can cause acne. People of all ages and races can get acne. It is most common in adolescents and some young adults. 85% of people between the ages of 12 and 24 develop acne. For most people, acne tends to go away around the time they reach their thirties; however, some people in their forties and fifties continue to have this skin problem.

2006-07-21 09:59:37 · answer #1 · answered by jose_o_rivera_jr 2 · 1 0

Use an clay mask to control oil, like Burts Bee's Pore Refining Mask! It sounds like you have large pores after a pimple, the mask will help shrink them. As for post-acne marks, I've found the best product is Porcelana, which is a spot remover for your skin! Dab a small amount on to make the red mark go away within days. Don't pick acne if it's still active! I found that only makes it worse. Also, take a look at your diet. Certain things may make you break out, like dairy products (or in my case vitamins!). Your body pushes toxins out though your pores, so maybe you're eating something that doesn't agree with you. Drink a LOT of water, and eat plenty of fruits and vegetables.Drinking water with a squeeze of lemon in it helps purify your skin! GOOD LUCK!!

2016-03-27 02:18:16 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0 0

Everybody's acne is a little bit different, and your acne might not respond to the same medical treatment that worked for somebody else. It will take the dermatologist two or maybe even three trys to find the medicine that will really work.
it took my doctor three tries to finally perscribe a medication that worked and within a few weeks it was completely gone. There were some scars left but its been 5 months and those are almost gone now too. I haven't broken out once since I've been on it. Go back to the dermatologist and ask him to perscribe you another, stronger medication.

Good luck!

P.S: Proactive didn't work for me so I dunno if you want to waste your money on that...and also, don't pop your pimples like somebody else said becasue it will give you scars (i have some to prove it). But eating better will improve your complexion.

2006-07-21 08:51:54 · answer #3 · answered by skillet 3 · 0 0

How old are you dear? You've probably just hit puberty or youre a teen with irregular hormones. When I was a teenager I had tons of pimples, they all went away afrter about a year. All I can say if wash your face twice a day and wear sunscreen lotion! 1 sunburn in your lifetime can give you skin cancer!!!!

2006-07-21 08:51:11 · answer #4 · answered by Wonko 2 · 0 0

I too went on birth control pills and they cleared up my skin and made my hair the most beautiful it has ever been. That ofcourse depends on how old you are. I am 43 years old. If you are a teenager, there might be a different type of treatment. A word of caution. . the birth control pills made me put on a lot of face. Want to be pimple free or fat ... make your choice

2006-07-21 08:50:23 · answer #5 · answered by Hysteria 4 · 0 0

Is normal to get pimples and who you want to see is a Dermatologist (Skin doctor). Reason is that if you start using over the counter medication without consulting a dermatologist you can cause long term damage to your skin.

2006-07-21 08:52:11 · answer #6 · answered by wiseornotyoudecide 6 · 0 0

I would tell your doc what the pills are for if you plan on using bc; just for guidance, but everyone swears by the Pro-Activ solution. I tried it a couple of times, but gave up a little early in the game, so I'm trying it again.

2006-07-21 08:49:46 · answer #7 · answered by turquoise24 2 · 0 0

Pop all your pimples. It's bad to leave the acne in there. Always remember to wash your face and keep it clean. Eat lots of fruits and vegetables and drink plenty of water. And if all else fails, use Proactive.

2006-07-21 08:51:16 · answer #8 · answered by roosterkid 4 · 0 1

i recommend proactive. its like 50 bucks. but its comes with stuff and if you wash your face with it, your face will be really pimply for like a week, cuz its getting everything out of your pores, but you will immediately have softer skin. i just started using it myself cuz i have had pimples on my face for forever and just got fed up finally.

after the first week or two your face clears up magnificantly. it only takes about 5 minutes morning and night to use.

2006-07-21 08:51:43 · answer #9 · answered by jess 2 · 0 0

Nexzema face pads there like proactive but not as expensive!! You can find them at any drug store for only like $2.50!! They work really well trust me!! And if that doesn't work get a new doctor because you're old one sucks!!

2006-07-21 08:51:58 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

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