Pimples – Get To Know All About Them

A clean and clear face is a dream for all of us. But if you are gifted with an oily skin, then you will realize the fact that clean and clear face is really a distant dream. One of the major reasons for the same is the number of pimples on your face. Yes, pimples can make your face look dull and full of scars. If you wish to avoid looking dull then you should know all about pimples and try to get a cure for them. Contrary to the popular belief, skin care products might not always cure your pimple problems.

Common causes of Pimples

Here are some of the common causes of pimples listed for you to know:

• Hereditary
• Certain medicinal reactions
• Chemical make up
• Increased hormones during teenage years
• Birth control pills
• Various hormonal changes during pregnancy

Types of pimples

Here are certain types of pimples that you should be aware of so that you know when to contact your doctor and when to take care of them on your own:

• Blackheads: Also known as "Open Comedo", these are clearly visible and appear on the skin. Normally, they are black in colour and appear on the nose and the surrounding areas.
• Whiteheads: These are known as "Closed Comedo" and are small in size. They normally remain under the skin. These are also flesh-coloured papules.
• Papules: These are small, solid, round bumps that normally rise from the skin. They are mostly pink in color.
• Pustules: These are type of pimples which are clearly visible. They are full of pus and the base is red in colour. Most importantly they have pus on the top.
• Nodules: These are large papules and are mainly painful. These papules are entrenched deep in the skin.
• Cysts: These type of pimples are clearly visible on the face. They are pus-filled, painful and causes scars.

Curing pimples

There are some simple ways to cure pimples. Here are some of them:

• Cleansing: Try to cleanse your face twice a day. Use a good face wash for the same or you can prepare your own face wash. You can go for herbal skin care products for better results.
• Exfoliating: It is very important to scrub your face at least twice a week. This will help you remove the dead cells and will help you remove the chances of pimple formation. It will also clear the pores.
• Toning: Once you are done with exfoliating, you should definitely ensure good toning of your skin. A toner will help you reduce the size of the pores and will help you stop pimple formation. So, invest in a good toner!
• Moisturising: Ensure that you moisturise your skin regularly. This will help you keep your skin hydrated. If you have an oily skin, then you can use a water based moisturiser.
• Medication: If you are suffering from immense pimple problem, then you will have to take suggestions of a dermatologist. You should go for the prescribed medication religiously rather than skin care products. This will help you keep your pimples in control.

Few natural home remedies for a pimple-free skin

• Apply lemon juice with groundnut oil on your pimple ridden face for 30 minutes and rinse thoroughly to get a wonderful face.
• Mix lemon juice and sandalwood powder. Then apply the paste and wash after some time.
• Mix 3 teaspoon of honey and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder. Apply the paste overnight which helps reducing skin irritations.

Hope now you can easily deal with your pimples!