What is Acne | Types of Acne | How to treat them?

What is ACNE

1. ACNE is the most common skin disorder that affects nearly everyone.
2. Pimples come in a variety of sizes, colors, and discomfort levels.
3. Acne is typically linked to changes in your body's hormonal balance (commonly seen in teenagers)
4. Acne is prone to our skin, and it is most frequent among teenagers; however, it can affect people of all ages.

 

Causes

1. When your skin's pores are clogged by hair.
2. Due to an overabundance of oil sebum production.
3. Bacteria, hormones, ingrown hairs, and dead skin cells are all to blame.

Acne is most commonly found on the face, forehead, chest, upper back, and shoulders. because the oil (sebaceous) glands are concentrated in particular parts of the skin

 

Types of Acne

 

Inflammatory Acne

1. Now that you know what Acne is let's look at the different varieties of Acne. Inflammatory acne is defined as pimples that are red and swollen. As bacteria grow, pores become clogged. This might lead to unpleasant acne patches that are difficult to remove.
2. Inflammatory acne is caused by sebum and dead skin cells.
3. Benzoyl peroxide-containing products may aid in the reduction of edema and the removal of microorganisms from the skin. These can also be used to get rid of excess oil.

 

Inflammatory acne are

1. papules: It has a small size and resembles pink pimples.
2. Pustules: They are red at the bottom and contain pus towards the top.
3. Nodules: These are huge, firm, painful pimples that have penetrated the skin deeply.
4. Cysts: They're swollen and painful, and they're loaded with pus. Cysts can leave scars on the skin.

 

Noninflammatory acne is

1. whiteheads: These are visible white, tiny, and persist under the skin.
2. blackheads: noticeable black and appear on the skin's surface

 

What is a blind pimple?

Acne that originates beneath the skin's surface is known as a blind pimple. Although the pimple will not be apparent from afar, the lump will be felt. A cyst or nodule is the most common cause. A combination of sebum (oil), germs, and debris causes this type of acne.

 

When should you consult a dermatologist?

After experimenting with various treatments and other home cures for acne-prone skin, you should seek medical advice from a dermatologist if your acne persists or worsens.

 

How to treat them

Here are some recommendations on treating acne-prone skin to avoid it and lessen the harm it causes to your skin. You can also treat acne with natural home remedies.

• The most important step is to cleanse your face at least twice a day, but not more than that.
• Use skincare products containing salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide to help clean up acne sores.
• Always use gentle soaps and cleansers designed specifically for acne-prone skin. To obtain the best benefits, wash it off with warm water.
• Don't pop the pimples and scrub them too hard because this can lead to infection. More occlusion, swelling, and redness occur as the blockage progresses.

 

• Apply the afflicted area with a squeezed cotton towel bathed in warm water. This will allow the pus to drain and the pimple to heal. This will assist pimples in reducing acne pain. They're instrumental once a whitehead appears.
• Pimple stickers are particularly effective at removing oil, germs, and dirt from pimples. Blind pimples and Cystic Acne are caused by these factors. These stickers can be worn at any time, even during the day! However, it would help if you replaced the sticker at least once every 24 hours.
• This kills the bacteria that causes acne and reduces inflammation. I recommend getting a doctor's prescription because they can thoroughly research your Acne and provide the finest medicines. Oral antibiotics may be required to reduce bacteria in moderate to severe acne.
• Use a mild moisturizer that won't aggravate your acne. Use an oil-free foundation, mostly for ladies. Applying heavy makeup or other cosmetics that clog pores can lead to an acne flare-up.

 

I hope you found this information useful.