What is Acne?
Acne is a skin condition in which red, inflamed pimples and non-inflamed pimples appear on the skin. Hormones cause the oil glands of the skin to enlarge and produce clogging of the gland and the hair follicle to which it is attached. These pimples usually appear on the face, but are sometimes also found on the chest and neck. In most cases, acne goes away without leaving any scars.
Common Causes of Acne
- Secretion of an excessive amount of oil in the skin
- Hormonal changes during puberty
- Accumulation of oily secretions on the skin surface
- Blockage of the external pores in the skin
- Hereditary
- Menstrual periods
- Pregnancy
- Contraceptive pills
- Stress
Home Remedies for Acne
Tip 1:
Fresh lime juice may be dabbed on pimples and blackheads.
![Lime Juice Prevents Acne Lime Juice Prevents Acne](https://images.medindia.net/homeremedies/950_400/lime-juice.jpg)
Tip 2:
Mix 1 tsp fresh coriander juice with a pinch of turmeric powder. Apply on pimples and blackheads. Keep overnight and wash off gently the next morning.
![Coriander Juice, Turmeric Powder to Treat Pimples Coriander Juice, Turmeric Powder to Treat Pimples](https://images.medindia.net/homeremedies/950_400/coriander-leaves.jpg)
Tip 3:
Make a paste of fresh, young curry leaves apply and keep on overnight wash with warm water in the morning. Helps wrinkles to fade away gradually.
Tip 4:
Make a paste of nutmeg (Jaiphal) with raw milk. Apply on pimples and blackheads leave on for 20 minutes or overnight. Continue for 10-12 days, till face is clear.
![Nutmeg Makes Skin Clear Nutmeg Makes Skin Clear](https://images.medindia.net/homeremedies/950_400/nutmeg-paste.jpg)
Tip 5:
For dry skin rub a piece of sandalwood on a smooth stone with a few drops of raw milk. Apply the paste procured on affected areas. Keep on for 1 hour. Gently wash.
Tip 6:
For oily skin make a paste of sandalwood and rosewater apply on affected areas, keep for 1 hour and wash off gently.
![Sandalwood & Rosewater can Get Rid of Acne Sandalwood & Rosewater can Get Rid of Acne](https://images.medindia.net/homeremedies/950_400/sandalwood-and-rosewater.jpg)
Tip 7:
Fresh fenugreek leaves made into a paste and applied overnight clears pimples.