How to Cover Acne/Pimples,Blackhead and Scars

Acne, medically known as Acne Vulgaris, is a skin disease that involves the oil glands at the base of hair follicles. It commonly occurs during puberty when the sebaceous (oil) glands come to life - the glands are stimulated by male hormones produced by the adrenal glands of both males and females.

Acne is not dangerous, but can leave skin scars.
 Human skin has pores (tiny holes) which connect to oil glands located under the skin. The glands are connected to the pores via

follicles - small canals. These glands produce Sebum, an oily liquid. The sebum carries dead skin cells through the follicles to the surface of the skin. A small hair grows through the follicle out of the skin. Pimples grow when these follicles get blocked, resulting in an accumulation of oil under the skin.

In humans, pimples tend to appear on the face, back, chest, shoulders and neck.
Simply put - skin cells, sebum and hair can clump together into a plug, this plug gets infected with bacteria, resulting in a swelling. A pimple starts to develop when the plug begins to break down.


CAUSES OF ACNE
Nobody is completely sure what causes acne. Experts believe the primary cause is a rise in androgen levels - androgen is a type of hormone. Androgen levels rise when a human becomes an adolescent. Rising androgen levels make the oil glands under your skin grow; the enlarged gland produces more oil. Excessive sebum can break down cellular walls in your pores, causing bacteria to grow.

HOW TO TREAT ACNE
The following can be used to treat acne
1)Resorcinol
2)Benzoyl Peroxide
3)Salicylic acid
4)Sulphur
5)Retin-A e.t.c


HOW TO LOOK AFTER YOUR SKIN IF YOU HAVE ACNE (OR ARE PRONE TO ACNE)
The following are some tips for looking after your skin if you suffer with acne:
1)Wash your face about twice each day. Do not wash it more often. Use a mild soap made especially for people with acne, and warm water. Do not scrub the skin. Experts advise the use of an OTC lotion which contains benzoyl peroxide

2)Don't try to burst the pimples. You may push the infection further down, causing more blocking and worse swelling and redness. Popping pimples makes scarring more likely
3)If you have to get rid of a pimple for some event, such as a wedding, or public speaking occasions, ask a specialist to treat it for you
4)Try to refrain from touching your face with your hands. When you are on the phone try not to let the receiver touch your face - there may be sebum and skin residue on it
5)Keep your hands clean, wash them regularly
6)Always wash your hands before touching your face. This includes before applying lotions, creams or makeup
7)Glasses should regularly be cleaned. They will collect sebum and skin residue
8)You skin needs to breathe. If your acne is on your back, shoulders or chest try wearing loose clothing. Tight garments, such as headbands, caps and scarves should be avoided - if you have to wear them make sure they are cleaned regularly
9)Don't go to sleep with makeup on. Only use makeup that is noncomedogenic or nonacnegenic - you should be able to read this on the label. If you cannot find it, ask the shopkeeper or pharmacist. You should use makeup which does not have oil and does not clog up the pores
10)Hair collects sebum and skin residue. Keep your hair clean and away from your face
11)Too much sun can cause your skin to produce more sebum. Several acne medications make it more likely that you will be sunburned
12)If you shave your face, do it carefully. Use either an electric shaver or safety razors. If you use a safety razor make sure the blade is sharp. Soften your skin and beard with warm soapy water before applying the shaving cream.
HOW TO COVER ACNE

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