Acne is a disorder resulting from the action of hormones and other substances on the skin's oil glands (sebaceous glands) and hair follicles. These factors lead to plugged pores and outbreaks of lesions commonly called pimples or zits. Acne lesions usually occur on the face, neck, back, chest, and shoulders. Although acne is usually not a serious health threat, it can be a source of significant emotional distress. Severe acne can lead to permanent scarring.
Acne is a group of skin rashes that have different causes.
Acne vulgaris - most commonly experienced around puberty, typically of the face and shoulders/chest
Acne rosacea - a red rash predominantly on the face
Acne keloidalis nuchae (Pseudofolliculitis nuchae) - a rash caused by shaving
Acne conglobata (Hidradenitis suppurativa) - chronic abscesses or boils of sweat glands and hair follicles; in the underarms, groin and buttocks, and under the breasts in women
Acne cosmetica - acne caused by cosmetics
Acne fulminans - an extreme form of acne conglobata
Acne medicamentosa - acne caused by starting or stopping a medicine
Baby acne - a rash seen on the cheeks, chin, and forehead of infants
Chloracne - an acne rash caused by exposure to chlorinated hydrocarbons
Some home remedies for acne cure
1.Orange peel pounded well with water. Applied to affected acne areas
2.Cucumber leaves or grated pieces. Apply to area for acne cure.
3.Rub the pimple( acne) with a fresh cut clove of garlic.
3.Rub the pimple( acne) with a fresh cut clove of garlic.
4.Drinking atleast 1 litre of water a day to impart a healthy glow to the skin
5.Clove based face mask or a paste of Fenugreek (Methi ) leaves applied overnight on acne and washed off next morning
5.Clove based face mask or a paste of Fenugreek (Methi ) leaves applied overnight on acne and washed off next morning
