Category: Skin Problems

How do you get rid of acne

by publisher, posted in Cosmetic Problems, Skin Problems

It’s probably safe to say that all of us at some point has had a stubborn pimple ruin our skin for days. They can be big, painful and difficult to get rid of but, a pimple is not what you call acne. Here’s a little more about what Acne is and the causes that lead to acne.

Acne is a like an umbrella term that is used when there is breakage on the skin not just in the form of pimples, but also, blackheads, freckles, whiteheads all together in a particular area. It is also a chronic condition ( which means its persistent and lasts for a long time), which if it gets severe will require attention from a dermatologist.  There are also different kinds of acne namely: Acne Vulgaris, Acne Fulminans, Acne Mechanica.

Acne can appear anywhere on your skin, although some people might have one particular spot where it can appear in excess, it could affect any part of your skin. But it could appear concentrated in certain places a lot more than the rest, one certain place is the chin area, and across the jawline.(1)

This can be prone to Acne because most of us don’t even touch this area when we wash our face. This means that there’s probably going to be a lot of dirt, oil, and sebum, that’s going to remain that and clog up your pores. There can be a lot of reasons for such Acne breakout, not keeping your skin fresh and healthy throughout the day could increase it, but the actual reasons can be hormonal, due to stress and even medication.

Most of the women have a lot of Acne breakouts when they are nearing the date for their periods, or when they’re pregnant or commonly when they’re going through some hormonal changes. Same goes for people with a thyroid problem, they usually have hormonal imbalance often resulting in Acne breakouts.

Medication for depression or contraceptives can also cause Acne breakouts quite frequently.

Stress and pollution are two factors that tend to worsen every situation, this would make your Acne worse and difficult to get rid off. (2)

For Chin Acne, or any other Acne actually, it’s important to keep your pillow covers, towels and sheets clean, the residue of dirt and oil can affect your skin and aggravate your Acne more.

Prevention

  1. Keep your Hands away from your face at all times
  2. Try to stay away from helmets that have a tight grasp around your chin, this could increase the Acne around that area.
  3. Don’t pop your pimples it increases inflammation.
  4. If you have dandruff keep your hair tied up and change your pillow cover from time to time.
  5. Use non-comedogenic products, which means you’ll have to stay away from cocoa butter and so on.
  6. Be careful while using a razor around your chin area, your dont want to burst a pimple through this and spread infection.

How to get rid of Chin Acne?

Aloe Vera – This is the number one go to for all kinds of skin issues including Chin Acne, it has anti-inflammatory, and cooling properties that help you get rid of the acne without bursting it and making it worse.

  1. Tea Tree Oil- This is used because of its anti-inflammatory properties that help in reducing the inflammation and redness.
  2. Benzoyl Peroxide – This is one medication that you can use on all types of Acne to help get rid of it. It helps in getting rid of the bacteria causing bacteria and thus gets rid of Acne as well.
  3. You have to make sure you wash your face twice a day and keep it clean, don’t over do this by using harsh soaps on your face, twice a day would be enough.

Other than the things mentioned above, it’s also good to keep a healthy diet,  and avoid oily foods, and anything else that would increase the sebum production in your skin. Make sure you drink enough water and eat fruits that help contain Vitamin C and Vitamin E, these are natural nutrients that can nourish your skin.

 

 

How to remove moles

by publisher, posted in Skin Problems

We are all defined and presented to the world in some way, and often the first impression people have on our appearance usually revolves around the presence of any unique identity that we may carry.

Out of such marks, moles are sometimes what defines someone’s immediate identity, and the influence of astrology and pseudoscience in some cultures has put moles on a higher pedestal than what we would have anticipated.

A mole on your chin may mean something good while a mole on a specific finger could mean a disaster. It is safe to say that they hold an important position in our appearance. However, from an aesthetic point of view, it is natural for some people to want their moles removed.

A mole is a dark growth that appears on the skin in either brown or black shades. People tend to develop them at a young age around childhood, and can continue to see appearances till their late thirties or forties even (1). A fascinating thing about moles is that, despite their permanence, they have a tendency to change, darken or ever rise on the skin as we age.

Moles are formed when certain cells in our body clump together and grow in clusters instead of growing separately. These specific cells are melanin-producing cells called melanocytes. Melanin is the special pigment that gives skin its characteristic dark color and added protection against sun damage (2).

The types of moles you have determined what effect they might have later in time. For instance, moles we have at birth which go by the scientific term of congenital nevi have higher chances of morphing into cancer concerns than normal moles that appear later (3).

Melanoma (a type of skin cancer (4)) is a serious concern if you have dysplastic nevi, forms of moles which are larger than average moles and more spread out. Out of these fears, people often look to have their moles checked and removed.

How to remove moles on the face?

This happens to be among the most frequently asked questions concerning moles, and there are different ways to go about it, each with various degrees of success and safety.

In terms of going under the knife, there are several categories that may be suitable options for removing moles on the face. It is always advisable to go to a dermatologist or a skin specialist when it comes to facial mole removal, rather than opting for home remedies.

This is because the skin on our face is generally more sensitive than skin elsewhere on our body. Exposing such skin to foreign products, albeit natural ones like apple cider vinegar or garlic may cause irritation.

As for technical procedures, the best ways to remove facial moles would be to opt for any of the following:

– Excision: this is where the specialist cuts a lesion in the skin to remove the pigmented region and is extracted (5). This is suitable for flat moles or deep-rooted ones which are darker.

And as this is followed by stitches, most patients should give this great thought before opting for it.

– Cryosurgery: is a freezing procedure of the mole, done using liquid nitrogen. This is a more exclusive form of treatment since it needs specific experts to execute it (6).

However, in this procedure, you have no chances of checking whether the particular mole is cancerous or not since it is simply frozen off.

– Electrocoagulation: this is the use of electric currents in short strong bursts to burn moles off the skin in several sittings. This is generally chosen because it has no stitches involved and is quicker in terms of execution (7).

How is mole removal done?

As discussed above, the most common and safe method followed for mole removal is through surgical methods like excision or therapies like cryosurgery and electrocoagulation.

These methods need the execution to be done by dermatologists and certified professionals and cannot be taken lightly. You need to consider the cost, risk, and benefits provided by all three methods before making a calculated decision.

As for other forms of removal, one people tend to opt for are topical creams offered at pharmaceuticals or prescribed by doctors for removing moles. More often than not, these are general skin lightening creams that have strong chemicals known to either bleach the skin or suppress melanin production.

One such constituent is hydroquinone. It is famed for being a chemical that can decrease the melanin content in our skin that forms moles. It lightens the concerned area.

But it often has side effects which leave the skin reddened or drier than usual and can also interfere with various organs’ functions (8). So always consult a dermatologist before using such products and have their ingredients checked.

Can moles be removed naturally?

If there is a skin condition, then there are always natural solutions that people look for before realizing that professional help is better. The most popular ways people have come up with to reduce moles are the application of aloe vera, honey, and a mix of different ingredients that usually have natural bleaching properties.

Applying such products to dark moles has chances of lightning in that particular region. Even skin exfoliating routines and mixtures are capable of removing the coarse skin above moles that make them appear darker.

However, it is always advised that you take such matters concerning moles to dermatologists before trying home remedies, mainly because untested ingredients like this have chances of burning or irritating your skin, based on your specific skin type or sensitivity. And since moles have the potential risk of cancer attached to them, it is always better to take the professional route.