| Various Home Remedies for Pimples
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As the human race has evolved, people have seen and experienced various types of skin problems and diseases throughout the world. Pimple is by far, the most irritating and a common skin problem faced by many individuals around the world. Various techniques have been evolved to tackle such skin infections, however, people choose to use one of the many home remedies and try and cure the skin infection the natural way.
What are pimples?
Technically speaking, when hair sebum and skin cells group together, a plug is formed that nests germs and bacteria. With the help of the oil glands, the swelling takes place and as the plug starts to break apart, it results in a pimple. Now, this process is much similar to that of a butterfly taking birth as the caterpillar rips apart. Growing teenagers and young adults are more prone to such problems.
Types of Pimples
There are various types of pimples, following are the most common ones:-
- Whiteheads:- These are the pimples that remain under the surface of the skin.
- Blackheads:- Pimples that have blackish appearance and are visible on the surface of the skin. They are often mistaken with dark pores of dirt.
- Papules:- Pink color lumps visible on the skin.
- Cysts:- These may result in a scar. They’re quite painful.
Home Remedies for Pimples
- Orange Peel:- Thin powder of orange peel mixed in water is an excellent home treatment for pimples. Apply it on the affected area for a few days and watch the results.
- Fenugreek:- Fenugreek is a vegetable whose leaves can be utilized to make an effective paste which can then be applied over the face before going to bed every night and should be washed off with warm water in the morning. This remedy is good especially for blackheads.
- Vitamins
Following Vitamins are essentially good for the skin:-
- Vitamin E, taken once a day.
- 50mg of therapeutic zinc in the form of capsule taken thrice a day.
- 100mg of Niacin, taken thrice a day.
- Addition of Vitamin A to the diet also works wonder for the skin.
- Lemon Juice:- Lemon juice helps reducing the pimples if applied on a daily basis.
- Coriander & Mint Juice:- One Teaspoon of coriander or mint juice mixed with a pinch of turmeric powder makes for an effective herbal remedy which can be applied on the face every night after cleansing. This is an effective and proven technique to get rid of pimples faster.
- Garlic:- Now, garlic is something which is supposed to be eaten. Garlic is extremely good for our stomach in terms of digestion, however, if it is rubbed on the problem areas several times a day, it can vanish pimples like some dirt blown off your old radio. Garlic seeds purify the blood and if taken daily for a month, can keep pimples at bay. It’s more like saying, ‘a garlic seed a day can keep pimples away’.
- Hot Epsom Salt Bath:- Hot Epsom salt bath is good for treating acne problems.
- Cucumber:- Apply grated pieces of cucumber over the face and neck for at least 15 minutes a day and see the results.
Prevention is better than cure
Apart from the above mentioned time tested and proven home remedies which work wonders in eradicating skin problems, a good skin care regime should be followed to keep such problems at bay, always. Below are the few steps you can take to prevent pimples.
A. Keep your skin Clean:- Well maintained clean skin will deter the existence of pimples. Usage of mild cleanser thrice a day is recommended. Avoid touching your face with dirty hands, which could make the matter worst.
B. Watch your hands:- Dirty hands passes off germs and other harmful bacteria that are potentially harmful to your skin and may lead to skin problems like acne.
C. Shave properly:- An improper shave can irritate the skin and may lead to rashes or formation of pimples.
D. Read Labels:- Form a habit of reading labels while purchasing skin care products for your skin type. Different people have different skin types and you should look out for those products that suit you the best. So take your time, read the labels and purchase products carefully.
E. Hit & Trial:- As mentioned earlier, skin care products should be chosen with great care and should match your skin type. Markets are full of beauty and skin care products, however, time and experience will tell the best ones for your skin type. Apply the product on a small area while testing, and if it works well, then start using it regularly until the desired results are achieved.
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