Acne (Pimples on Face)

It is the most disturbing problem at puberty when the young persons of both sexes, see pimples appearing on their face. If plucked/broken, blood/pus out from pimply eruptions which leave back black scars on the face. Skin's sebaceous glands get activated due to hormonal activity. If skin is too much oily more lubricant is released due to hyperactivity of glands, which, in turn, infects and blocks hair follicles. The young persons arc advised not to break/squeeze the erupted spots, otherwise the infection will spread to the surrounding areas (of tissues). If acne persists even beyond pubelty, professional help will be needed. Persons with oily skin are more likely to suffer from severe infection.

Ayurvedic Remedies

• Lemon, Lavender, Bergamot, Geramium are most effective herbs which should be used according to skin condition. Any one of the oils, depending on skin sensitivity of a person, should be used in some vegetable base oil. You can choose from coconut oil or grapeseed oils as base oils, If irritation persists or if there is some other reaction, at once stop further use of the oil. Only 1-2% essential oil should be used in a carrier oil.

• Infusion of herbs, such as Hazel, Marigold, Elder flower, Lavender will cleanse the skin and astringency. Bedrock is a great tissue cleanser, encourages removal of waste matter from the skin through the blood supply. Use its root in the decoction and leaves for infusion. Take 3 TBSP thrice a day, which will first stir up the skin, and then improve the condition.

• Red clover, Cone Flower or Dandalion may be used to aid resistance, immune stimulancy. If these herbs are used together, it will have multiple benefits but total quantity used must not exceed 3 TBSP a clay. Infusion of Red clover can also be applied locally over and then washed with water.

Precaution

An advice to the elders that they should not pass uncharitable and disturbing remarks or even negative comments to let the young adolescents feel inferior or slighted. Do not ever criticize them nor run them down. Nine out of ten adolescents pass through acne problem and there is nothing unusual in it. It should be taken in normal stride. In all cases, high standards of personal hygienic, balanced diet, congenial environs, gay and happy mood will go a long way in paving the way for quicker recovery. Use of alcohol, tobacco, drugs, strong spieces must be ensured. Keep the bowels clean, inhale natural fresh air and daily jogging, participate in games, keep away from tension and worries. If you can do this much, you will help yourself to quicker recovery, even with minimum medication.