Most people absolutely dread getting pimples.They really are an amazing thing, it doesn't seem sensible that something so small can cause such unhappiness and make the victim so self-conscious. All you can think about is finding a way to get rid of the pimples and go back to having clean, clear, smooth skin.
Before you can get rid of pimples, though, you need to clearly understand what causes pimples in the first place.
To begin with, it is important to know about the day to day workings of your skin.Your skin surface contains literally millions of small pores.Some of these pores can have small hairs growing out of them, breaking out onto the skin surface.Your skin's natural oils are produced by tiny glands found deep inside these pores.These glands are known as the sebaceous glands and the oil they produce is called sebum.
The main function of sebum is as a natural moisturizer for your skin.Another function of sebum is to carry impurities like dirt and dead skin cells up to the surface of the skin, allowing them to be removed, thus keeping the actual pore clean.This is how your body naturally keeps your skin healthy and moist, by removing this dirt.
The arrival of puberty is a difficult time, with your body starting to produce a variety of different hormones and other chemicals.Unfortunately, both you and your body take time to get used to these fluctuations. It is these extreme fluctuations that throw your skin’s normal activity out of balance and create problems with acne and pimples.
Much more sebum than normal is produced by the sebaceous glands, due to the hormonal changes happening in your body.Your skins pores ability to get rid of dead skin cells can be adversely affected by hormonal changes.This combination of extra sebum and lots of dead skin cells with nowhere to go, will mean a clogged pore which could soon become infected and inflamed. This is what we know as a pimple.
Important things you can do to help your acne pimples
The natural hormonal changes occurring in your body are pretty much beyond your control, however the number of pimples you get is something you can influence
1.Keep your skin clean – A mild cleanser used morning and evening will help keep your skin clean.Be careful to choose one that has been formulated for the face. One which won't irritate. Skin irritation equals more pimples.
2.Use medication – The function of anti-acne medication is to help reduce the amount of sebum produced and also make it easier for your skin to get rid of dead skin cells.Two very good over the counter medications are benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid.
3.Keep your skin moist - If your skin dries out, more pimples are very likely. Using a very light moisturizer on your face can pay dividends.Typically, an oil-free moisturizer will benefit your skin most.
Understanding how pimples thrive makes it easier to understand and accept what changes you have to make to effectively treat or prevent them in future.Congratulations on having found the right information to help yourself. Your skin will soon be reaping the benefits!
