Saturday 16 November 2013

How To Get Rid of Acne Naturally

People with acne are most likely spending significant time trying to find the most effective way to get rid of acne. For some people, medications, like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide, can work wonders. But for others, it may just worsen the problem. In some cases, these chemicals can extremely dry out your skin, thereby producing dead skin cells which eventually cause more acne. 

Moreover, these acne products can be very expensive. This is where natural remedies for acne come in handy. The best part about home remedies is that they don't have any side effects, unlike medications. If you have acne spots or scars on the body, here are some home remedies you should try out before buying the acne products.

Home remedies for acne:

Rosewater and Sandalwood: Rosewater and sandalwood paste is one of the most effective ways to get rid of acne. All you have to do is make the paste and then apply it on the affected part, once a day. This would not only get rid of acne but would also improve the texture of the skin. 

Lemon Juice: Since lemon has natural bleaching properties, it would reduce the buildup of melanin and get rid of acne. Apply fresh lemon juice on the affected part using a cotton bud. Rinse it off after 10-15 minutes. But ensure you use a moisturizer and sunscreen on the skin after rinsing it off.

Tomato and Cucumber: A mixture of cucumber and tomato not only reduces the acne scars but also improves the skin texture. Mix cucumber and tomato and then apply the mixture on the acne. Tomato is a great natural bleach while cucumber is one of the best natural anti-oxidants. Together, they will make the skin glowing and blemish-free.

Lavender Essential Oil: This is another effective remedy for acne. If you apply lavender oil on the affected part regularly, the acne will fade away and your skin will have an even complexion.

Egg Whites: Although this is a bit smelly, it offers faster results than many other remedies. Apply egg whites on the affected part and leave it overnight. This would lighten the acne scars and prevent further acne.

Honey: To get rid of acne with this remedy, just apply honey on the affected part for 20-30 minutes. This would moisturize the skin, improve skin texture and reduce acne scars. Taking the honey orally can also help to reduce acne scars.

Eat Healthy Foods: Following a healthy diet also forms part of the acne home remedies. Avoid spicy foods, sugary foods and fatty foods since they usually aggravate acne infection. Acne diet should include a lot of fresh vegetable and fruits, whole grains, lean meat and nuts. Adequate intake of vitamins E, C and A also helps in acne control. You may also take nutritional supplements to meet such requirements but ensure you consult a doctor first.

Drink Water: Water helps to get rid of toxins from the body, particularly the skin surface. Therefore, it weakens infections that lead to the growth of acne. Therefore, drink plenty of water; 7-8 glasses of water daily.

Friday 1 November 2013

How to Remove Acne Scars Effectively?

The post-inflammatory skin pigmentation is the name given to the natural healing process of the human body. Acne scars generally improve over a period of two years after the first formation. The body uses collagen to heal the skin tissues and renew blood vessels. Acne scars can be either raised growth or depression craters. Some even experience roller scars which are a mix of raised as well as depressed scars. The roller scars provide a wavy skin texture.

The presence of acne scars can be a cause of social embarrassment. If you also have acne scars, then here is some good news for you. There are various holistic and cosmetic procedures to get rid of the acne scars effectively. 

Proven Ways To Remove Acne Scars:

Tea tree Oil: Gels with tea tree oil as constituents can heal the skin and make it appear smooth. The oil is known to remove acne scars effectively.
Lemon juice: Squeeze the juice of a lemon into a small cup. Dab a ball of cotton on the juice and apply on the skin as a cleanser. Let the skin drench in the juice for at least 10 minutes. Massage the area gently and wash with clean water. The acidic content of lemon is known to kill the bacteria and the natural bleaching effect of lime juice effectively reduces the reddishness and inflammation caused by the acne scars. 

Rose water and pineapple puree: Cleanse the acne scar with a cotton ball dipped in rose water. Rose water can stimulate the blood vessels and improve circulation. Steam your face over a water bowl for a minimum of 15 minutes. This process can open up the pores and hair follicles. Now, puree fresh pineapple, apply on the scarred area and rub in circular motions. The ascorbic acid in pineapple will fade the dark scars and the vitamin C will enter the pores to aid collagen in rebuilding tissues.

Baking soda and olive oil: Apply baking soda to the blemish area and massage gently in circular motion. After a minute, reverse the direction of circular motions. This will help in removing dead cells from the skin surface. Baking soda is known to work as a micro-dermabrasion treatment on the skin. Apply ice cubes on the scars and leave it for 10 minutes. This will close the skin pores and reduce the inflammation.

Olive oil: Massage the blemishes with olive oil. The olive oil acts as a moisturizer and softens the skin when it seeps into the pores and brightens the complexion.

Topical crèmes: You can also obtain over the counter topical crèmes that can stimulate the growth of fresh skin cells and reduce the appearance of scars. These crèmes contain alpha hydroxyl acids that can effectively reduce itching and consequent inflammation on acne scars.

Overview
There are other surgical and cosmetic treatments to remove acne scars effectively. If you are dissatisfied with the effects of natural treatments, you can opt for surgery or chemical abrasion treatments after consulting a medical practitioner. These treatments can effectively remove the scars and provide a smooth appearance.