Acne and Alternative Acne Treatments
Sunday, 16 August 2009
Acne is very common and medically classified as a skin disease. They are caused by excessive secretion of oily substance called the sebum by sebaceous glands. Although sebum is very good in maintaining skin and hair texture
excess secretion of the same gets stuck in hair follicles and leads to formation of acne lesions. Due to the oily nature of sebum and its exposure to dust and dirt causes bacterial growth and results in what is commonly known as the pimple.
Pimples are not the only outcome of such bacterial formations. Cysts
whiteheads
blackheads are also quite common depending on exposure and skin types. Occurring mainly in the age group of 10 to 40 years
these conditions need to be cared for with various acne treatments available.
Various kinds of acne and various skin types need different treatments. Keeping this in view
there are some fast acne treatments while there are some that take some time to help one get rid of acne. Although acne treatments are available across drug store and on the internet
it is important to know one's skin type and the kind of acne that they have been afflicted with before deciding on a cure. In case you cannot assess your skin type
it is recommended that you consult a dermatologist and follow his prescription instead of medicating yourself.
Herbal treatments for acne are much sought after now a days
since traditional acne treatments have become very expensive and so have dermatologists. Herbal or alternative acne treatments have become more and more popular due to lack of considerable side effects that most acne treatments seem to have.
Not only the lack of side effects
but also additional benefits like vitamin and botanical nourishments such as DMAE (anti-oxidant)
anti-ageing compounds
vitamins and other supplements in alternative acne treatment make skin pristine
add tone and improve texture.
Pharmaceutical cures for acne treatments have also evolved since and have stopped making the "magic pill" that fell out of vogue. Although many a company has made the magic pills in the past
their expensive touch and side effects have left them in the cold. Taking a cue form alternative treatment methods that comprise of herbal acne treatment
pharmaceutical medication for acne treatment have evolved to integrate the goodness of the additives in herbal medicines and have become more affordable and grown in variety to suit various skin and acne types.
Alternative acne treatments also include no medication. Yes
no medication. Acne can also be cured over a longer period of time through sheer self discipline of eating nutritious
anti-oxidant diet
reducing stress levels
drinking more water
proper hygiene and through regular exercise.
Diet recommended for people plagued with acne would consist of fruits and vegetables
no-oily and non-fatty food taken with a lot of fluids. This will help in removing toxins from your system and produce healthy sebum. This kind of diet is also good for overall health and contributes to proper digestion and detoxification.
Reducing stress levels would result in reducing pressure thus controlling the secretion of sebum and. This can be achieved through meditation or even getting proper sleep of at least eight hours a day. Drinking more water helps in keeping your body hydrated
since dry skin also causes acne and inflammation. This increases kidney function and removes toxins via the urinary route.
Exercise helps reduce toxin levels due to sweating and opens up pores on your skin. It also regulates the water levels in your body. Exercise also contributed to reduction of stress and contributes to overall health.
Hygiene for acne treatment would include regular washing of the affected areas. Always wash with plain water
several times a day. Although
washing with water removes only surface dirt
this would prevent further development of acne. Never use harsh or oily soaps. Try to use a normal soap that would help retain the pH balance of your skin.
Added to this
further alternative remedies for acne are available
which could be classified as grandmother's cure. These remedies are local to regions and countries and have been developed with many years of experience. They are known to work because they have been made to the cure acne in specific environmental and pollution specifications of the said region.
However
despite all these remedies and perspectives of looking at acne treatments
it is strongly advised to take the opinion of a qualified dermatologist before embarking upon any acne treatments.
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