Pimples are tiny raised bumps that appear on the skin and contain a very small amount of pus. They appear when a whitehead or blackhead becomes infected. Both blackheads and whiteheads occur when the pores of the skin become clogged by oil.
Pimples pop up almost instantly and often cover a large area of the skin. When this occurs it is referred to as acne. In order to avoid permanent damage to the skin it is important to treat the symptoms of acne early and effectively.
Pimples are typically caused by one of two things; hormone changes during puberty or in women who are dealing with PMS. It is very common in teens whose bodies are trying to adjust to extreme changes in their hormones.
It is also possible for acne to appear when stopping the use of birth control pills or going through menopause. If you are dealing with an acne breakout then make sure that you do not squeeze the pimples or wash your face excessively. Either of these will only worsen the infection.
Also, be aware that an allergic reaction to food can also cause them to appear. Try to stay away from things like fast food (because of the oil) and cosmetics that have a greasy texture.
There are many things you can do to get rid of pimples. When you are shopping for products make sure that they are mild and water based. Be careful if you choose a Benzoyl based product because they can be hard on your skin. They are also effective at getting your pores unclogged.
General care for yourself goes a long way. Make sure that you get plenty of exercise, eat quality food and drink lot’s of water every day. Clean your skin with good products several times a day to wash away some of the oil that can potentially clog it up.
Tea Tree Oil is very good for your skin and will fight off fungus, bacteria and has a strong antiseptic quality. Arctium lappa is also popular for use on the skin. Neither of these herbs has any side effects and using them is good for the skin whether or not you have acne.
Aspalathus linearis is another herb well known for it’s antioxidant properties and ability to heal the skin. Bulbine frutescence can be used to prevent future infections and helps to soothe the skin no matter what has caused it to become irritated.
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