Posted on December 6, 2007 in Latest News
Acne is a skin condition that causes spots depending upon the incidence and severity of the bumps. It can occur when you are twenty five or when you are in your late forties as there is no age that can actually define its pervasiveness.
Acne typically affects the face, back chest, neck and the arms. However, the conditions can be better or worse in one area than the other. It affects all skin colors but its impact can be altered by skin pigmentation.
Acne is caused due the hyper activity of the sebaceous glands which further enhance the production of sebum which is the oil that the skin produces. Experts claim that the sebaceous glands of acne stricken people tend to be more sensitive to the blood levels of a hormone called testosterone which is produced naturally in both men and women alike.
Further when the dead cells cannot escape through the skin pores they begin to clog in and around the hair follicles instead of shedding off. The region suffocating with dead cells and the over production of oil becomes a breeding ground for bacteria called Propionibacterium which is the main cause of acne breakouts.
This bacterium actually thrives normally on the surface of the skin but when conditions become favorable for it then it promulgates the growth of acne. It feeds on the sebum and creates substances that are immediately responded to by the body’s immune system. This reaction leads to skin inflammations and redness on the skin surface which is associated with red spots.
When zits disappear they leave a red mark on the skin surface and they take their own normal course to fade away and one cannot quicken the fading procedure.
Best ways to reduce the redness caused by acne:
Follow these tips to reduce the redness on your skin that appear when acne departs:
Home remedies for treating acne redness:
You can try a solution or remedy at home by making a paste with oatmeal and lemon juice. This reduces the blemishes and redness appearing on the skin surface and at the same time pulls out the excess oil being produced by the sebaceous glands. Massage for two minutes on the affected area in a circular and upward motion to reap effective results. Then wash off with warm water. Do this on a daily basis.
Some people also prefer to use anti redness masks for treating acne and rosacea. These masks are available as mud packs or other moisture infusing masks that can be peeled off easily after application. People who have tried these masks claim that they yield wondrous results and leave a refreshing and relaxing effect after application.
Reduce your blemishes, scars and redness by trying these natural and effective remedies in order to treat the ugly and repulsive effects of acne.
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