Acne and what you need to know

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1. What is acne?

The skin structure has several small sacs called sweat glands in the dermis. These glands produce sweat that, as the name suggests, passes through small tubes and exits through small openings called pores. Pores play an essential role in keeping the body cool through reflexively excreting sweat and excreting harmful substances that the body does not need. Besides, the skin also contains sebaceous glands that secrete natural oils, which are responsible for keeping the skin hydrated by locking in moisture and strengthening the skin's protective barrier. Sebum moves to the surface of the skin also through the pores in the skin. However, sebum can also attract dirt, which accumulates in the skin's pores and increases the likelihood of clogging.
As such, when the pores become clogged, they can lead to breakouts, ranging from bran acne if it's small and uninfected to severe acne.
The skin of the face, nose, forehead and cheeks is often clogged with pores due to dead skin cells, dirt and bacteria that accumulate in the pores. This can also lead to the development of not only acne but also acne, blackheads and whiteheads, leaving the skin looking uneven.

2. What are the causes of acne?

If you are suffering from acne, the cause may be due to clogged pores with the following specific factors:

2.1. Dead skin cells

Skin regularly goes through a cycle of shedding, shedding and creating new skin cells. This has the potential to clog pores as dead skin cells accumulate on the surface of the skin. As we age, our ability to remove those dead skin cells from the surface of the skin slows down, which can lead to acne buildup if not exfoliated. So make sure to use an exfoliator 2-3 times a week to help unclog pores.

2.2.Increase sebum secretion

Skin has sebaceous glands, which produce natural oils to nourish the skin and keep it soft and hydrated. However, sometimes the sebaceous glands can be overactive, resulting in excess oil being produced. This can then make it easier for dead skin cells to stick together instead of falling off. Therefore, make sure to use the right cleanser to reduce excess oil and dirt, avoiding the formation of bran acne.

2.3.Excessive skin hygiene

Cleansing and exfoliating play an essential role in a skin care routine, but overuse can make the results worse. In fact, when cleansing or exfoliating too much, the skin's natural oils are inadvertently stripped, which can cause the oil glands to overcompensate and produce more oil. Then the excess oil can clog the pores. So make sure you only clean your skin twice a day (once in the morning and once before bed) and pay attention to your skin when exfoliating. If you find your skin is irritated, reduce the number of times you exfoliate each week.

2.4 Using inappropriate cosmetics

Some beauty products can be the cause of clogged pores, leading to the formation of bran acne. So look for products with non-comedogenic formulas, created with ingredients that won't clog pores.
In addition to using non-comedogenic makeup, dermatologists also recommend that people with acne on their skin use facial products that are clearly marked as oil-free.

3. Home remedies for acne

People can use acne home remedies to unclog skin pores. Keep in mind that these natural ingredients are only helpful to some extent for mild to moderate acne breakouts caused by external factors.
Avoid clogging pores: You should not scratch your skin's congested pores to try to remove dirt, especially if they protrude above your skin. This can irritate the skin and increase the risk of infection. Furthermore, squeezing pores can enlarge them over time. It is essential to leave the skin alone and avoid touching it. Cleanse your face: To remove dirt and oil from your skin, you should use a mild, pH-balanced cleanser to wash your face twice daily. This helps to remove dirt and oil from the surface of the skin, preventing them from settling in the skin pores. Daily moisturizer: Always apply moisturizer after washing or exfoliating your face to avoid over-drying and oiling. However, make sure to use lightweight, water-based creams, lotions, and toners. Avoid using heavy moisturizers like olive oil or coconut oil as they can get stuck in the pores and clog them. Facial steaming: Can help open skin pores, making it easier to clean dirt and dead cells on the skin, and at the same time bring clean and relaxing skin. This remedy is not only safe, but also has little or no cost. Use a charcoal or clay mask: Can help unclog skin pores. The mechanism is that activated charcoal can attract impurities deposited in the pores of the skin, bringing them to the surface. This allows for easy removal of impurities and unclogs pores. In addition, charcoal also has an exfoliating effect on the skin, controlling oil. Similarly, mineral-rich clay helps to deep clean the skin by unclogging and minimizing pores. Make a peel-off mask: can help clean the skin to a deep level by removing dead skin cells and clearing blackheads, helping to unclog pores. In addition, peel-off masks can promote blood circulation, shrink pore size, and tighten skin, giving a youthful and radiant appearance. Use a homemade face mask: you can help unclog skin pores with natural ingredients like a few drops of tea tree oil and witch hazel to your rose water. Oatmeal Scrub: Oatmeal face scrub can be beneficial for the skin, both a natural exfoliant to help clear pores and remove dead skin cells without hurting the skin. skin. Besides, oatmeal also controls oil production and moisturizes the skin. Improve diet: Substances consumed have a certain effect on the health of the skin. Therefore, you should follow a balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits, vegetables, and meat. In addition, probiotic foods such as kimchi and yogurt in the diet also help prevent infections. Likewise, vitamin C is also of interest for its immune-boosting properties. Regular exercise: beneficial for overall health and skin. Daily physical activities not only help keep the body healthy and balanced, but sweat also helps to clean the skin from the inside. See a dermatologist: Although the most common cause of acne breakouts is clogged pores, medical attention is rarely needed. However, if there is no improvement with home remedies, then consulting a dermatologist is essential. Accordingly, you need to see a doctor soon if a clogged pore is accompanied by any of the following signs: Inflamed skin, redness, pus-filled lesions, itching and pain.
In addition, you need to pay more attention when choosing cosmetics or skin care products: Make sure to buy products that are good for your skin and are safe, effective in keeping your skin clean. At the same time, it is important to avoid using hypoallergenic products because oil- or avocado-based products can increase the risk of clogged pores, acne, blackheads, whiteheads, and acne.

4. How to treat acne bran intensively?

Clogged pores that cause acne usually do not require medical treatment. However, prolonged or frequent clogged pores can increase the risk of bacterial infections, causing bigger problems like acne. In these cases, a dermatologist must be consulted for the treatment of cystic acne or cystic acne as well as related skin infections.

4.1. Chemical peels

Chemical peels can help exfoliate dead cells in the pores using alpha and beta hydroxy acids. These acids include salicylic acid, glycolic acid, lactic acid, malic acid, and Jessner's solution.

4.2. Apply Niacinamide

Nicotinamide or niacinamide can be applied topically to control sebum production so they work to prevent clogging of the pores.

4.3. Hyaluronic Acid Injections

These injections shrink large pores, thereby reducing the possibility of dirt and oil accumulation.

4.4.Using Topical Retinoids

They are useful in the treatment of acne, mild to severe acne, because they prevent clogging of pores by limiting the accumulation of cells.
Note: Creams containing retinoids can make the skin very sensitive to the sun. Therefore, you should use it with sunscreen. Pregnant or nursing women should avoid using products containing retinol or retinyl palmitate.

4.5. Use chlorophyllin complex

These plant-based copper-containing medicines can be very helpful in treating acne and acne.
You can use an antibiotic ointment such as clindamycin in combination with treatment with benzoyl peroxide to control bacterial growth.

4.6. Take medicine

Your doctor may recommend acne control medications such as spironolactone, isotretinoin, or birth control pills. Depends on the type and severity of the acne infection.

4.7. Apply physical treatments

There are different physical treatments that can help unclog skin pores, for example:
Non-ablative and micro-point laser therapy to control sebum production and secretion. Photodynamic therapy can be used to regulate the sebaceous glands, thus preventing clogging of pores by sebum. The CO2 laser penetrates deep into the skin to promote collagen production, tighten pores and prevent congestion. Microdermabrasion involves the use of a mechanical tool to remove dead skin cells, deeply exfoliate and restore a smooth and youthful appearance to the skin. YAG laser treatments work on the layers of the skin to destroy old cells, boost collagen production, and tighten the skin from within, all of which contribute to unclog pores for smooth skin. membrane. In short, the skin has many pores that help the skin breathe and remove sebum. However, these small pores can easily become clogged due to the accumulation of dirt, dead skin cells, oil and bacteria inside them, becoming the cause of acne. acne, pustules. Therefore, it is important to avoid acne breakouts that you must keep the pores on your skin clear and clean, starting simply with improving your daily skin care routine as well as remedies. at home here.
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