Natural Acne Treatments Acne is a common skin condition among both men and women. A definitive cause of acne is not known but most triggers have been identified. Natural acne treatments use the body’s ability to heal itself when given the right nutrients, as well as preventative measures to avoid triggers. Many acne sufferers look for medications and treatments
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Kojic Acid is a chemical preparation used by the cosmetic industry to perserve color of substances. It is originally produced by several different species of mold and is also a by-product in the process of making Japanese sake, or rice wine. More recently it has been sold over the counter as a skin whitening agent to help reduce the
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Acne is a condition of the skin that shows up with different types of bumps. These bumps are blackheads, whiteheads, pimples, or cysts. Teens get acne because of hormonal changes that come with puberty. If your parents had acne as teenagers then it is more likely that you will, too. The good news is that, for most people, acne goes
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Acne is a chronic condition which can range from small number of whiteheads occassionally to a severe case of cystic nodules peppered with whiteheads and blackheads. There are a variety of different treatment modalities from oral and topical antibiotics, to cleaning regimens, reducing triggers and light therapy. The goal behind most therapy is to reduce the amount of
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Glycolic acid is one of a group of acids known as Alpha Hydroxy Acids or AHAs. These acids are found in milk, sugar cane and fruit. The glycolic acid has a smaller molecular structure and is better able to penetrate the deeper layers of skin. It is also one of the most common and has the reputation of being
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Acne happens when follicles on your face get plugged with oil and dead cells. Triggers for outbreaks include skin irritation, hormonal imbalances [teens and pregnancy] and increased oil secretion. You can experience acne outbreaks on your face, back, chest, neck and shoulders. While acne has no long-term health effects, it can cause significant emotional distress and result in permanent scarring
Read moreThere are a variety of different facial masks that you can add to your weekly skin care regimen and a variety of different reasons you would need to add one. The mask you choose will be aimed at a specific purpose, based on your age, gender, skin type and purpose, such as hydrating, exfoliating, deep cleaning or refreshing. And,
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Acne can occur almost anywhere on the body, except the hands and feet because there are no follicles. Acne is triggered by an excess secretion of oil and dead skin cells which clog follicles. Oftentimes these clogged follicles are infected by skin bacteria. Although acne can occur anywhere there are follicles, when it happens on the scalp it can be
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Acne, or the formation of pimples, white heads, blackheads, cysts and pustules, can occur on the face, body or back. The risk of developing acne on the back increases when you take specific types of medications, such as steroids, or engage in specific activities, such as using gym equipment without wiping it down first. In the gym people sweat and
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