Acne Types

The seemingly small word ‘acne’ signifies a comparatively much bigger problem; one that essentially is a two-in-one problem most of the time. The problem of acne often brings along with it the problem of acne scars. So it is not only acne that we have to tolerate and cure but also acne scars that follow as an aftermath that we need to get rid of. And neither problem  is easy to deal with. But as they say, no problem is there without a solution; and acne and acne scar removal are no exceptions.

But first things first, what are the causes of acne in the first place? Its not a scientific cause-effect like phenomenon that can lead us to conclude that acne is avoidable. Rather, it is a natural accompaniment to the growth process, triggered by hormones over which you have little control. The skin type that we inherit genetically or the immune system that goes with it explains the existence and persistence of acne but then does help little as far as preventing acne is concerned. The other causes of acne that acne research has shown are mostly based on symptomatic observations  like climate and food that may or may not be applicable to each and every case of acne. . Many people have controlled thier acne by following a strict food regime. Generally, toxins and spicy and oily food aggravate acne.

Normally, the problem of acne starts with very small eruptions popularly known as whiteheads or blackheads that are irritating owing to their position and ugly looks only. Teenagers obsessed
with their looks just cannot help leaving them alone to heal by themselves. Their scratching it causes itching and reddishness on the nearby skin. Frequent self-examination provokes application of instant cure promising creams and gels that seldom help. In fact, the situation worsens and pimples give way to bigger boils that spread over a greater area and get pus filled. The ugly looks progressively turn uglier; the condition now termed as cystic acne
gets beyond an individual’s control and the skin specialist has to take over. His medication normally includes anti-biotics to be taken orally. The treatment time gets longer and depression and self-esteem take over with the overall situation getting worse.

More and more persons in the world are facing the problem of acne in some form or the other and many more are successfully getting over it too. Home remedies are getting more and more popular as people are not only suffering more but are also realizing that home remedies are indeed successful, albeit it may take dollops of patience and longer time as compared to medicine or the almost instantaneous laser therapy and chemical peelings; however the results are truly effective and longer lasting and that too at a  much, much cheaper cost.
Isn’t it wonderful that the remedy to the very prevalent acne problem is just as prevalent as well. It takes only a little thoughtfulness and some effort to decide what suits your skin and choose from the easily available ingredients like fruit pulp, lemon juice mixed with Fuller’s earth and rosewater, yoghurt, cucumber, honey, turmeric powder, gram flour, and cream, or even simply baking soda mixed with water. The effectiveness of these is almost unbelievable. Only one needs to be patient and persistent. And the other plus point is that there are virtually no side effects. This makes home remedies more and more suitable to all varieties of acne problems.
The range of problems that is bracketed as acne is very vast. Although commonly associated with teenage, and mostly affecting the facial skin, the reach of acne is far and wide. It is not only the face but also other parts of the body that are affected by acne. The neck, shoulder, and head; underarms and groins; back and the chest; and even the stomach sometimes are acne ridden. The severity of acne ranges from mild to very severe, namely acne vulgaris and acne cysts. All age groups, tiny babies to middle aged persons, men and women alike are afflicted with acne. But be it acne rosacea or baby acne you can treat them all at home and successfully