Pimple is a type of acne that results from blocked pores, which may be due to excess production of oil (sebum), dead skin cells, and bacteria, getting trapped in the pores of the skin.
Acne is a long term condition of skin involving oil glands at the base of a hair follicle that can cause many non-inflammatory and inflammatory skin lesions, such as pimples, whiteheads, blackheads, pustules, cysts, etc.
Five tips to remove pimples and pimple marks.
- Maintain Skin Hygiene
- Cleanse your face twice every day with mild soap/face wash and lukewarm water to remove excess dirt, sweat, and oil
- Don’t rub face harshly
- Always moisturize the skin with moisturizer after washing
- Don’t touch your face again and again
- Wash hair regularly and keep them away from the face
- Cleanse your face twice every day with mild soap/face wash and lukewarm water to remove excess dirt, sweat, and oil
- Avoid heavy makeup
- Use good oil-free sunscreen to prevent hyperpigmentation
- Don’t squeeze whiteheads, blackheads or pop pimples, to prevent infection and scarring
- Diet and Lifestyle Intervention
- Drink lots of water for hydrated and glowing skin
- Add fresh fruits and vegetables to your diet
- Destress yourself by meditation, yoga and a healthy lifestyle
Natural Ingredients to help in Pimple treatment
Lemon : Antimicrobial activity and natural Bleaching agent. Its Effective for Pimple reduction and Dark spot removal.
Raw Honey : Antimicrobial activity and Skin Hydrating agent. It’s Effective for Pimple reduction and Dark spot removal.
Argan Oil : Good for Anti-proliferative and anti-bacterial activity. It’s Effective for Pimple reduction and Dark spot removal.
Clay masks: Clay jojoba oil facial mask, Kaolin clay, fuller’s earth clay, and French green clay. Absorbs excess oil. Its Effective for Pimple reduction.
Vitamin E oil : The regenerative power of Vitamin E. Its Effective for Pimple reduction and Dark spot removal.
Tea tree oil : Anti-inflammatory and antibacterial. Its Effective for Pimple reduction.
Apple cider vinegar + Honey (1part ACV with 2 parts honey): Antibacterial activity of organic acid and honey. Its Effective for Pimple reduction.
A Paste of Mint leaves in water or Rosewater + Lemon Juice : Salicylic acid in mint leaves Anti-inflammatory, astringent and antioxidant properties. It’s Effective for Pimple reduction and Dark spot removal.
Turmeric : Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. It’s Effective for Pimple reduction and Dark spot removal.
Green Tea : Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory and Reduce the secretion of excess oil production. Its Effective for Pimple reduction.
Aloe Vera : Anti-acne properties. It’s Effective for Pimple reduction and Dark spot removal.