From one Teen to Another: Getting rid of Acne.
Acne is a total pain in the ass. It’s unsightly and sometimes it hurts. Girls, guys, and everyone in between gets it, and it sucks. I’m making this post to tell you how to control the little bitch, decimate it, and possibly get rid of that shit.
I’ll make a quick statement here: just because you have acne doesn’t mean you aren’t attractive. It’s natural, and everyone gets it sometimes. It doesn’t make you ugly and it isn’t the end of the world. People get it on their butts, people get it on their face, people get it on their genitals, sweaty places, adults get it, kids get it… it’s really not a huge deal. If someone gives you shit about it, they’re a shitty person who doesn’t understand human physiology and their opinion holds no weight.
Okay, so let’s get started.
Pimples, the little fuckers, come in a variety of shapes and sizes. I’m going to talk about each types and how to treat them.
Comedones, the first type of pimple, are what blackheads and whiteheads are. This happens when a hair follicle becomes clogged with sebum, which is a mixture of dead skin cells and your skin’s natural oils. Blackheads are open at the top, which makes them easier to get rid of in my opinion. The reason they turn black is because the sebum reacts with the outside air, causing it to change color. Blackhead can be resolved by “popping” them. Apply light pressure on both sides, and the dried up sebum should come out the top. It will look stringy and have a deep yellow color. After popping, apply anti-biotic cream. Keep it nice and clean by using a mild soap and warm water. If you are not well-versed in the art of pimple popping, use a spot treatment formula with salicylic acid, as it helps kill bacteria and remove oils. If you have blackheads over a large area, use an astringent with salicylic acid to keep the whole area clean. Warning: It causes a burning sensation. It is not to be used on sensitive skin. If you prefer natural products to processed ones, witchhazel is an excellent natural astringent and can be bought at a grocery store or pharmacy. After using any sort of astringent, apply a lotion that in noncondeogenic, meaning that it does not have an excess amount of oil, which causes acne.
Now, let’s talk about whiteheads, the other type of comedo (singular of comedones). Like a blackhead, a whitehead occurs when a hair follicle becomes filled with sebum. The only difference is that it is closed at the top. There are a few way to get rid of them. I wouldn’t try popping them, because they tend to be more sensitive. Instead, sterilize a small needle in isopropyl alcohol, which is rubbing alcohol, and gently poke the tip in the white area. Gently apply pressure to the side of the whitehead, and the sebum should drain out. Using more isopropyl alcohol, swab the area to get it nice and clean. Apply your choice of astringent, and then some anti-biotic cream. If you don’t like the idea of using a needle, simply use astringent until it goes away. It will, eventually, resolve naturally. To speed up the process, exfoliate your face. Exfoliation is good for getting rid of and preventing any type of acne because it removes dead skin cells, which are part of the culprit duo. A good acne cream with salicylic applied directly to a pimple helps, too. But for the love of all things good and sweet, don’t pick at it unless you really know what you’re doing.
Basically, pustules are really inflamed whiteheads, though sometimes they can have yellow pus instead of white. Absolutely, under no circumstance, should you pick at these. It will hurt, it might bleed, and leave scars, which is no fun. The best way to go about getting rid of yellowheads (pustules), is to wash your face with a mild soap or acne cleanser in warm water, use an astringent, and then apply a cream that contains benzoyl peroxide to speed up the process. It won’t go away immediately, but if you do this in the morning and at bed everyday, they will eventually go away. To prevent the return of more yellowheads, continue this regimen. Exfoliating your face very gently helps, too, as it removes the dead skin cells. To reduce painful inflammation associated with these buggers, use some aloe vera gel. It really helps, I promise.
Here is a simple acne regimen:
Every morning when you get up and before you head to bed, Wash your face with a mild anti-bacterial soap. Use warm water.
If soap doesn’t provide the clean you are looking for, find a acne facial cleanser that has salicylic acid. Wash thoroughly with warm water.
Exfoliate every few days. Exfoliation gets rid of dead skin cells, which are part of the problem when it comes to acne. You can use a store bought one, or you can make one with a little bit of sugar that you can find in your kitchen. Don’t rub too hard!
Steam your face. Boil a pot of water, and then take it off the burner. Make a little curtain with your towel, and let the steam rise onto your face. This will open up your pores, which will make your face easier to clean. The same effect can be achieved by taking a hot shower. It is best to exfoliate right after doing this.
Use an astringent. This will clean up all the oil that is sitting on your face. Apply it with a cotton ball all over your face. Avoid using a strong astringent (such as 2% salicylic acid) if you have delicate skin.
If you like to wear makeup, try to buy makeup that doesn’t have a lot of oil or is kind to the face. Make sure you wash your makeup off before you go to bed.
If a pimple has popped, treat it like a cut. Apply isopropyl alcohol and then some anti-biotic cream.
If you have just one pimple that is bothering you, apply a cream to it that contains benzoyl peroxide until it goes away. It will help speed up the process.
You are what you eat: Avoid foods that make you break out!
Some other important things to remember:
Stress and hormonal changes can cause acne. Sometimes all you can do is wait for it to go away, and that is okay.
If you still have trouble even after trying these tips, consider making a trip up to a dermatologist’s office. They may be able to help you out.
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