Your Daily Acne Treatment Blog

What factors contribute to acne? Greasy food has long been a supposed culprit of the cause of acne, but this is not necessarily true. We really do not know precisely what causes acne. Though doctors have uncovered what tends to worsen the condition, we still do not know why one person will get acne while another person won’t.

A lot of people say that genetics are to blame. Supposedly if your parents had problems with acne during their teenage years, the likelihood is strong that you will too. In fact, heredity has been studied as one potential cause of acne. So if you as a parent suffered from acne when you were young, it should come as no surprise if your children also have problems.

Another possible cause of acne, or perhaps more of a trigger for it, is the beginning of adolescence. The increase in androgens, a specific category of hormones that become active during puberty, could be another cause of acne. Androgens cause the sebaceous gland to grow in size. As a result, it produces more sebum (body oil), which can be a cause of acne because it clogs the pores.

In a comparable way, acne can be triggered by hormones active during a woman’s menstrual cycle. This is also true of hormones present during pregnancy. Hormonal changes can occur because of stress, encouraging acne to flair up.

There is some evidence that drugs such as androgens and lithium could be another cause of acne. And in case you were wondering, certain types of make-up or wearing too much make-up can contribute to clogged pores if the cosmetics are oil-based; combined with your body’s natural oils, they create an overabundance of the substance in your pores. Skin irritations can occur from tight collars or backpacks, making existing acne worse.

The fact is acne treatment products are not always the best options to treat acne. They are sometimes too expensive and don’t give the same optimal result you are hoping for. In some instances, these products can worsen your skin condition.

A good start to treat acne is to use natural acne treatment like tea tree oil. Natural acne treatments are often available at a cheaper price. Further, tea tree oil treatment is more effective because it kills bacteria while drying up the skin to hinder production of more oil. The effect of tea tree oil is long lasting. In the long run, cost is minimized.

Another option is to use green tea. The detoxifying properties of green tea can help cleanse the skin from grime and dirt, the two factors that causes acne. Green tea can also rejuvenate the skin and give a smoothing effect. Green tea should be applied while warm and wash off with cool water.

Garlic and oatmeal can also alleviate the symptoms of pimples. In fact, oatmeal mask is one of the best natural skin treatments for acne. It softens the skin and removes dirt in the skin pores. Applying cooked oatmeal on the face for ten and fifteen minutes might help remove any traces of acne on the face and other affected areas.

On the other hand, raw garlic gloves should be scrubbed on the affected areas and left on the skin overnight. Mixture of avocado paste and water can also relief the symptoms of acne.

Lifestyle change including diet and hygiene can also help treat acne. Consuming foods rich in vitamins like vitamin A, B, C, and E is highly encouraged. In addition, cleanse the skin regularly can unclogged the pores from dirt and bacteria.

For inflamed acne, the best treatments are to apply lavender, cucumber or lemon juice on the acne. Application of toothpaste might also help treat the acne. However, the toothpaste should only be applied on the affected area.

If the effect of natural acne treatments is not satisfactory, it is highly recommended to consult a dermatologist before the skin complication starts to spread further. The advantage of natural treatment is there are no known potential side effects from applying these treatments.

The face mask against acne is not only a best cure of acne but it also cleans your skin pores and maintains the tightness and texture of skin. When you find the mask recipe that works well with your skin, it can help to clear and soothe your skin. Here I offer the most popular facial masks for skin with acne. Try one or several of these masks to see how your skin responds to the treatment. When you find a mask that your skin really seems to respond well to, try using it one or two times a week to see improvements.

Baking Soda Mask

There are only two ingredients in this homemade acne mask; one is baking soda and second is water. Make a mixture of baking soda and water, after washing your face with any cleaner; gently apply this mask on your skin. After applying the mask stay relax for up to 20 minutes. Then wash your face and you will feel the softness and clarity of skin. And if your skin feels good with this acne homemade mask treatment, try it twice a week to clean your acne.

Egg White Mask

This is simple and quite frugal. All you need to do is separate the yolk from the egg whites. Then whip the egg whites until it becomes soft and frothy. Apply it to your clean face (using clean hands). Leave on for approximately 20 minutes and wash off with warm water. If you are allergic from egg, then don’t use it.

Egg Yolk Mask

The use of vitamin A against acne scarring is best treatment, and the yolk of egg contains it. Simply whip the yolk of egg and apply it on your skin. Leave it to at least 20 minutes and relaxed your skin mussels. Then wash off.

Acne Tonic with Basil

To make this homemade face mask, you need 3 teaspoons of dried basil leaves and boiling water. Steep basil leaves in water for 10 to 20 minutes. Cool, then apply to face with a white cotton ball.

Sea Salt or Table Salt Mask

Swim in the ocean (or buy sea salt and make a mask). Or just gently wash with salt & water mixed.

Oatmeal Mask

Blend some oatmeal with water and gently spread it onto your skin. Leave it until it dries (10-15 minutes). This mask is gentle and safe.

Apple&Honey Acne Mask

You need 1 medium apple and 4 tablespoons honey. Mix together the grated apple and honey. Smooth over your clean skin and let it sit for about 10 minutes. Rinse gently with warm water and moisturize as usual. This mask is good for oily skin that has a tendency to break out.