Sunday, December 28, 2008

How To Get Rid Of Acne In 5 Easy Ways

By Judith Allison

If you are a teenager, acne is a dirty word. The increase of the hormone androgen causes an overproduction of keratin and sebum resulting in clogged pores. Bacteria begins to grow and the result is ugly blemishes and zits that none of us want on our faces. If it is neglected, the result can be blackheads and scarring that we will be stuck with for our adult lives. Dealing with acting as a teenager is tough enough, we don't want to carry that embarrassment into our adulthood.

It seems like companies are coming out each day with a different cure for acne. There are so many products on the market your head spins when trying to figure out which ones are right for you. These products come in six different forms:

-scarring treatments

-Toners

-Masks and scrubs

-Soaps

-face scrubs and masks

-scarring treatment

While all of the above products are tagged as acne treatments not all of them are suitable for acne affected skin. Some of them are merely cosmetic in nature and will not cure the actual infection. You will be able find all these products readily available on the Internet as well as storefronts. However, before purchasing any products you need to do your research and make an informed decision. Not doing so, can result in the purchase of products that could actually make your skin condition worse. Your best bet is to seek the advice of your doctor or pharmacist so you obtain the proper medicine.

Acne can present some uncomfortable moments for teenagers as well as adults. Large skin blemishes tend to draw attention and the next thing you know people are pointing and talking. And the situation any of us would be comfortable in. The frustrations can continue when you're trying to get rid of acting as sometimes you buy the wrong product can only make it worse. Here are a few tips to make sure that doesn't happen to you:

1. If you're currently suffering from acne make sure you drink plenty of water. If you're suffering from acting and will be toxins in your bloodstream that need to be flushed. Drinking a lot of water, at least eight glasses a day, will aid in removing them from your system.

2. Garlic has also been found to be a quick cure for acne. Massage the garlic on your face a few times a day. While you may not smell too good, this should help alleviate the condition.

3. Rosehip seed oil has also proven to be quite effective. This is a special type of oil that is commonly used in cosmetics and is very effective in scar removal. Applying it twice a day for about 15 minutes is the proper technique.

4. A cure that won't cost you a penny and could actually prevent you from ever getting acne is eating healthy. When you are teenager eating things like nuts, fruits, vegetables, whole wheat products and lean meats does not sound as attractive as a nice juicy burger, a slice of pizza and a cookie for dessert but it will keep your appearance much healthier.

5. Another item that you can apply directly to the skin is apricot juice. The applying it directly to the affected areas for about 10 minutes is an inexpensive natural way to help your acne.

Follow these helpful tips and you'll be well on your way to curing and preventing acne. Not addressing it or simply ignoring altogether is definitely not the way to go. It will only result in your acne becoming more serious in a larger embarrassment in public. - 16463

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