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What is Acne?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Everyone wants a clear and radiating skin! And why not? It makes the person look beautiful and more confident. Unfortunately, there exists a couple of hurdles in the path to attain and maintain a healthy and glowing skin. Acne<\/strong><\/a> is one such black sheep that ruins a person’s desire for clear skin. It is one of the most common skin ailments, and affects nearly 85% of the people at some point of time in their lives.<\/span><\/p>\n

Acne is a skin condition, which occurs when there is a swelling due to bacterial infection in the skin pore clogged with a plug made of sebum, hair follicle and skin cells. It results in spots, oily and painful skin. It develops on the face, neck, shoulders, back and chest. They can be of two types \u2013 acne vulgaris and acne rosacea \u2013 that affect adolescents and adults, respectively. A pimple is the outcome of blockage occurring due to dead skin cells and sebum. A case of severe acne generally results in the formation of pimples.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Causes Acne?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Acne is most commonly linked to hormonal changes occurring in puberty, but it can start at any age. Acne begins when the pores get clogged. Dead skin cells are produced every day that rise to the surface of skin pores from where these cells can be shed out. When the skin produces excess amounts of sebum under the influence of certain hormones, these dead cells get stuck together and trapped in the pore. Bacteria, Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes)<\/i>, which live on the skin, sometimes get trapped inside the pores, where it gets an ideal environment for multiplication. As the bacterial load inside the pores increases, it subsequently leads to inflammation. If this inflammation spreads to deeper layers of the skin, an acne cyst or nodule develops.<\/span><\/p>\n

There are numerous myths involved with what causes acne. Chocolates and greasy foods are often blamed for it, but there is a little evidence to prove it. Another common myth is that acne results from a dirty skin. However, pimples and blackheads are not known to be caused by dirt. While stress is usually regarded as a cause of acne, the reality is it only aggravate the condition. <\/span><\/p>\n

Common symptoms of acne include whiteheads, blackheads and pimples. <\/span><\/p>\n

Dermatologists suggest acne should be allowed to run its course. Without proper treatment, it can result in the formation of dark spots and permanent scars. Having a chronic case of acne can decrease a person’s level of self-confidence. Thankfully, there are a couple of natural ways to heal acne. <\/span><\/p>\n

Acne can be managed effectively at home either by using some easily available ingredients or making a few lifestyle changes. Here is a list of 13 effective home remedies that can help cure acne:<\/span><\/p>\n

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1. Apple Cider Vinegar<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is made from the unfiltered juice obtained by pressing apples. It is known to possess antibacterial properties. It contains a number of organic acids like succinic acid and lactic acid that kill P. acnes,<\/i> prevent scarring and improve appearance of scars. Apple cider vinegar is also known to help in drying up excess oil that causes acne.<\/span><\/p>\n

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