How to Remove Acne

To eliminate pimples it is essential to make a good skin cleansing and a diet rich in omega 3, zinc and antioxidants, which are important substances to help reduce inflammation in the skin, some foods that can be included in the diet are Salmon, sunflower seeds, fruits and vegetables.

In addition to this, to control the appearance of pimples it is important to avoid the use of makeup, mainly the one that is "oil free", sun exposure and stress, you should also put sunscreen adapted to the type of skin, and should not be squeeze the pimples so that the skin does not stain and no scars appear.

In cases where the skin is very oily and has blackheads, it is best to perform a professional skin cleaning with an esthetician in an aesthetic clinic.


Treatment for Pimples and Blackheads

There are several techniques and daily habits that can reduce the appearance and appearance of blackheads and pimples such as proper cleaning of the skin, the application of specific creams or making alterations in the diet.

1. Clean the Skin Correctly

In the treatment for pimples and blackheads on the face, you should always start with a good cleaning of the skin, because the excess fat that accumulates will cause them to appear. To perform a good skin cleansing it is necessary:

• Wash your face daily with your own skin soap with acne;
• Apply an astringent facial tonic that helps close the pores;
• Apply a lotion to dry pimples that are inflamed;
• Perform a deep skin cleansing, once or twice a month;
• Perform a skin peel 1 to 2 times per week.
• Apply a purifying mask, at least once a week, based on clay, which absorbs excess sebum;
• Apply a mask to remove blackheads from the nose, forehead and chin, using colorless jelly, for example.

Soaps, tonics, lotions and masks can be purchased at the pharmacy or in supermarkets. However, they can also be made at home, such as baking soda.

2. Place Suitable Products on the Face

It is very important to moisturize the skin after cleansing, with a specific cream for oily skin that limits excess sebum production, causing new imperfections.

You can also apply a cream that has components that promote chemical exfoliation throughout the day, to soften the skin and reduce pores, or even with anti-inflammatory action to reduce the appearance of pimples.

You can also apply locally a product that dries and disguises the pimples, which are usually rich in keratolytic, antiseborrhoeic and antibacterial agents.

3. Dieting to Reduce Pimples and Blackheads

It is necessary to avoid foods derived from milk since they favor the production of sebum by the sebaceous glands, causing pimples. The following foods should be consumed:

• Fish, chia seeds and nuts rich in omega 3 , helping to control the inflammation of the sebaceous follicles.
• Oysters and sunflower seeds , which contain zinc, which is an important mineral to reduce inflammation, improve healing and decrease the secretion of fat through the skin;
• Fruits and vegetables rich in antioxidants , which strengthen the body and help fight skin inflammation;
• Water , important for moisturizing the skin, being advised to drink at least 1.5 to 2 liters per day;

When to go to the Dermatologist

When these methods do not eliminate pimples, a specific treatment should be performed under the guidance of the dermatologist, with products that can be applied to the skin, or even take medications, to achieve control of acne, improving self-esteem and quality of life .

Some examples of products that the dermatologist may indicate against acne are:

• Cleaning lotion to completely remove dirt from the skin;
• Drying gel, which can be in the form of an ointment or cream to fight acne-causing bacteria such as Adapalene;
• Gel to peel the skin like benzoyl peroxide, an example of this drug is Benzac or Bpollen 5%;
• Cream or lotion to lighten skin blemishes caused by acne and the act of squeezing pimples;
• Sunscreen in the form of an oil-free cream or gel to protect the skin from the sun and prevent the appearance of dark spots on the skin.

In addition to these products that must be applied daily on the skin to unify the tone, remove the fat and remove the pimples, there are still medications in the form of tablets such as Isotretinoin, whose trade names are Roacutan, Neotrex and Trevissage indicated for the severe acne, when no treatment was effective. More information about this medicine.

As acne is also caused by hormonal changes, sometimes the intake of contraceptives such as Diane 35, or treating health problems such as polycystic ovaries or myoma, are important in the removal of blackheads and pimples.