Acne and zit tips

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Acne and zit tips

A blemished skin is a great worry to many people and particularly to teenagers, who suffer the most from acne. But the good news is you can control acne, and it will eventually improve. Here are some simple and easy tips for keeping it at bay.

Your spots may not respond to treatment immediately, but at least you can stop them from getting worse.

Wash regularly with medicated soap or detergent lotion and hot water. If this does not work, try antiseptic and keratolytic creams. Your chemist will advise you which to use.

Try not to touch your face with your hands - you just leave more germs on it, and it has enough to cope with already.

Don't squeeze or pick the spots or blackheads - you will make them worse, quite apart from damaging your skin structure and leaving scars.

If fatty foods, such as chocolate, cheese, nuts and fried food, or sweets, make your spots worse, stop eating them.

Fresh fruits and raw vegetables are far better for your skin.

Try to get sunlight on your face in short bursts and without burning your skin.

Keep your hair short and wash it regularly. The oil on dirty hair that falls on your face can cause spots.

If you have to use cosmetics, ask your chemist for a non-greasy make.

If your spots turn into cysts, go and see your doctor. He may prescribe antibiotics, or a hormone or vitamin A preparation, which are necessary to prevent the cysts from turning into scars.

For acne that hasn't seemed to respond to anything: Use 2-3 teaspoons of dried basil leaves to 1 cup boiling water. Steep 10-20 minutes. Cool, and apply with cotton ball

Other quick Acne and zit ideas

Break off a leaf of Aloe Vera from plant; the gel-like liquid inside the leaf when applied to acne pimples helps heal acne faster and without scarring. Can also be used to wash entire face to keep skin looking healthy and to prevent acne in the first place.

Any over the counter toothpaste can be a good remedy for acne and zits. Dab a small amount of paste, just enough to cover the zit. Allow it to dry and then wipe off with luke warm water, then apply again. Do this before bed and you'll will find that the zit has lost it's glow (you'll also smell sweet peppermint dreams!)

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Last update 25th Sept 2006