16/09/2024
Know some Acne and its types and Tips on how to get rid of it.
๐๐๐ง๐ leaves blemishes on our faces, blots our self-confidence and ruins a good photo opportunity. Everyone hates those stubborn pimples which are often annoying, painful and can leave physical and emotional scars.
Acne occurs when hair follicles and pores are compacted with oil (also called sebum), dead skin cells and bacteria which inflame and irritate the skin. While acne is most common in teenagers, adults can still get it well into their 30s and at any other age.
Not all acne is the same โ there are actually six different types of acne that can wreak havoc upon your face, chest, back and shoulders.
Hereโs how to spot the six different types of acne:
๐๐ก๐ข๐ญ๐๐ก๐๐๐๐ฌ: Easily identifiable by its name, whiteheads appear as pimples with rounded white tops. Whiteheads frequently appear in areas that are more prone to oil like the nose, forehead and chin areas โ otherwise known as the T-Zone.
๐๐ฅ๐๐๐ค๐ก๐๐๐๐ฌ: Also true to name, blackheads are a common type of acne caused by a buildup of dead skin cells in open pores. Whereas whiteheads are closed comedones, blackheads are considered open comedones because the pore is unobstructed. Blackheads are darkened by oxidation โ not dirt! โ meaning the dead cells are exposed to open air that turns them black.
๐๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ฎ๐ฅ๐๐ฌ: An acne pustule is an inflamed blemish with an obvious white top or head. Theyโre similar to whiteheads, but are distinguished by a more red and inflamed appearance.
๐๐๐ฉ๐ฎ๐ฅ๐๐ฌ: These pimples or areas of swelling have smaller, raised and solid features.
๐๐ฒ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ฌ: More harsh than regular pimples, cysts lie deep within the skin and occur when the pores become blocked and swollen. They are frequently caused by hormones in women.
๐๐จ๐๐ฎ๐ฅ๐๐ฌ: A severe form of acne, nodule growths are large, inflamed and painful breakouts that affect deeper layers of the skin.
What are some everyday tips to prevent acne?
First and foremost, wash and cleanse your skin twice each day, especially because dirt and bacteria build up throughout the day and while we sleep. You can help prevent whiteheads through simple exfoliation and washing, but itโs important to avoid harsh scrubbing as it irritates the skin further.
Here are some other tips to keep your skin clear:
Exfoliate, but only do so three times a week at most (excessive exfoliation causes more irritation)
Donโt pick at pimples or rub your face
Avoid rough scrubs
Wash your hair regularly (oily hair can cause clogged pores)
Wear oil-free makeup to avoid irritants
Avoid eating foods linked to acne (sugary products and high glycemic foods)
source and credits : The Dermatology Specialists
https://www.thedermspecs.com/blog/6-different-kinds-of-acne-and-how-can-you-prevent-them/