Blackheads, also known as comedones, are dark, oxidized plugs that clog skin pores. They are a combination of dead skin, hair follicles and sebum that harden after contact with air. Ever wondered why blackheads have that dark brown color? Most of the time black heads are found on the T-Zone region of the face; the…
It definitely pinches your heart to see another pimple robbing the charm of your once spotless skin. So, out of desperation you squeeze the pimple, push it with a popper, apply harsh chemicals to your skin or even go for a chemical peel. But while doing these, you have forgone the fact that you have…
The last decade has seen an upsurge in the number of uses for birth control. Not only do women use birth control pills for family planning, it has also become a popular medication to treat inflammatory and non-inflammatory acne. Many a time, acne is the result of hormonal imbalances in the body, which is why…
With the advent of technology, people are looking for quicker and more efficient ways to get rid of acne. Laser treatments are regarded as effective solutions to permanently get rid of acne and the resultant, scarring. Apart from tackling acne by destroying the bacteria from the source, laser therapy is used to treat a variety…
If you are suffering from uncontrollable or uncomfortable acne, coconut oil can be a major relief. Acne is an infamous problem and has plagued the lives of millions around the globe- be it a teenager or an adult. Although the symptoms mostly disappear once a person hits puberty, it can still be a very awkward…
With summer around the corner, are you worried that your pimples are going to double in number? Though you might have heard that sweat doesn’t cause acne because it flushes out the impurities from the body, the fact of the matter is, sweating can cause a certain kind of acne known as pityrospuram folliculitis. If…
Growing facial hair through the year could improve the appearance of embarrassing acne on your face and considerably control its recurrence. If going ‘caveman’ for the entire year is already setting off an itch on your face, look at the lighter side of things – how about improved self-esteem and macho pride? While maintaining a…
It is no mystery that certain vitamin deficiencies are the main contributors to acne. A vitamin D deficiency is one of them. An ample dose of vitamin D could just be what you need to tackle those persistent acne complications. Luckily, we have an unlimited supply of this particular vitamin thanks to the big, yellow,…
Acne care can get quite perplexing. With so many chemically and organically-derived products in the market today, you might find yourself squabbling with your inner demons to pick out the best treatment out of the lot. Though the chemical treatments tend to appear more effective, they are not always safe. Natural alternatives on the other…
Before the new kids on the block (Accutane, Proactiv or cosmetic surgeries) existed, people used effective acne-fighting remedies that were being used for centuries. Some are even being used in today! When was the last time you remember seeing the portrait of a Renaissance woman or a monarch with bumps or acne scars on their…