Background The human body is covered in hair which grows through minute “holes” in the skin, called pores. The sebaceous glands produce oils which lubricate the skin. However, when these glands become overactive, which is quite common in adolescence, they can cause blockages in the pores due to a combination of the oily sebum from [...]

There can’t be anyone who has acne who has not been told not to eat chocolate or French fries or other greasy food! There are probably millions of teenagers who are staying away from these foods unnecessarily. While it is not good for your health to eat lots of greasy food or to stuff yourself [...]

Acne vulgaris is a common disease in developed nations, one that has increased in frequency in the last half century, particularly among adult women. The precise mechanisms of the acne process are characterized by sebum overproduction, follicular hyperkeratinization, oxidative stress and inflammation. Since inflammation is one of the earliest events to occur in the acne [...]

In this guide, I will provide you with 10 remedies to get rid of acne naturally. Many individuals are now reaching out to natural remedies. There are many reasons for this. Many have experimented with over the counter and/or prescription remedies with little to no success. Then, there are those who are budget conscious that [...]

Imagine a day when acne is a disease of the past. Imagine the day when teenagers no suffer from the unsightly blight of acne. Imagine the day when adults no longer feel compromised in the workplace by their acne prone skin flaring up on the worst possible days. That day is near. And that day [...]

It is important to know certain facts about acne. Without a complete understanding of these facts people can choose incorrect treatments which could exacerbate an already difficult condition of the skin, in some cases possibly causing permanent scars. Lotions and creams are not the best ways to treat acne, using topical creams one may notice [...]

Tea tree oil has been used for many years for a wide variety of conditions including acne, athlete’s foot, dandruff, boils, periodontal disease, lice, eczema and other bacterial and fungal infections. It has been used as a home remedy for acne for many years and although there have been very few clinical studies of its [...]

Acne is a distressing condition that can last for many years and needs to be treated effectively to prevent long-term scarring and short-term pain and embarrassment. There are very many acne medications that can be purchased over-the-counter or prescribed by your doctor containing a variety of different ingredients. It is essential that before you begin [...]

Acne is a common skin disease that affects many adolescents although it can also affect adults. If left untreated it can become very severe so always consult a dermatologist who will provide the best advise. Acne remedies that may be prescribed include topical bactericides, oral antibiotics, topical antibiotics and topical and oral retinoids. Acne is [...]

Looking into more natural ways to help cure acne can sometimes be much better than taking medication due to the side-effects associated with prescription drugs. Foods and Herbs that help cure acne can be a very effective means of dealing with this condition. Because they are natural, they do take longer to work, but by [...]

Green tea is well known for its health benefits and has been used as an acne home remedy for many years. It has been used in China for thousands of years to treat many different conditions. It is a tea made from the unfermented leaves of the plant Camellia sinensis and contains polyphenols which have [...]

Remedies to heal acne include prescription medications such as antibiotics, bactericides, retinoids and a newer treatment using light. There are also a number of things that you can do at home to help these medications to work and to control flare ups and inflammation. Acne is primarily a condition suffered by adolescents but can also [...]

Imagine, you getting some relief from your nightmare of acne. You really can learn how to get rid of pimples, acne just by following a naturally based way of life. This is a lifestyle, not a gimmick. By following these basic steps outline in this article, you will be able to improve your constant discomfort [...]

If you have dry or sensitive skin and you suffer from acne you’ll need to take special precautions to not only cure your acne but to look after your skin. Most acne remedies will dry out your skin by preventing overproduction of oil and if your skin is already very dry this will only make [...]