Skin blemishes serves as one of the common skin problems for people. They act as flaws on the face, which make a person conscious and bothered; as a result, the person may have a low self-esteem, which may affect her social dynamics with her family, friends, and with other people. The following are the causes, signs and symptoms, and home remedies for skin blemishes.
Causes
Skin blemishes have three causes, as per Live Strong. According to the publication, these are pore clogging, excess oil, and hormones. Dead skin cells and sebum may clog the pores, leading to the formation of blackheads and whiteheads while deeper clogs result to pimples and acne cysts. As per the publication, the blemish inflammation is mainly due to the accumulation of skin cells, sebum, and acne bacteria on the skin. Excess oil is due to the hyperactivity of the oil glands, which is associated to the influence of the hormones called androgens. Such hormonal activity may be influenced by events like menstruation, pregnancy, menopause, and the use of hormonal birth control methods like pills.
Signs and Symptoms
According to Home Remedies for You, a blemish is characterized by having a skin mark or discoloration, due to acne outbreak. As per the publication, the symptoms of the condition include the appearance of elevations and bumps, mainly on the facial area; pustules that are painful and stretched; skin discolorations that usually appear in winter or in spring; brown or dark patches on the skin; changes in skin texture, such as roughness; and skin dryness and itchiness.
Home Remedies
While some anti-skin blemish agents are available in the market, some remedies can also be done at home to manage the condition.
Almonds
Almonds help manage skin blemishes. According to Home Remedies for You, they help speed up the disappearance of the blemishes. As per the publication, few almonds are soaked in a bowl of water overnight and are ground to a fine paste the next morning. Then, a small amount of milk is added to the almond paste and the resulting mixture is applied onto the affected skin overnight. The following morning, the paste is washed off with cold water. The remedy can be done around two weeks to achieve the optimal results.
Lemon Juice
Another remedy for skin blemishes is lemon juice. According to Top 10 Home Remedies, it exfoliates the skin, removes excess oil and kills pimple-causing bacteria. As a result, lemon juice has the power to reduce pore size and make the skin smoother. As per the publication, the person applies fresh lemon juice on the skin and leaves it on for 15 to 20 minutes before rinsing it off. The remedy is done for 30 days or more. As an option, a quarter teaspoon of lemon juice may be combined with a quarter teaspoon of honey. Then, the mixture is rubbed on the skin and is washed off after 15 to 20 minutes. The remedy is done few times a week for a month or until the desired results are achieved.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar also helps counter skin blemishes, due to its acidic nature and anti-inflammatory properties. According to Reward Me, the vinegar is diluted with three parts water and is applied on the affected area. Then, the area is washed off after ten to 15 minutes. Then, it is used twice to thrice daily for best results.
Overall, skin blemishes may be unsightly for others that they become less confident and less sociable than before. Along with the aforementioned home remedies, skin blemishes can be managed by seeking medical consult from a dermatologist to determine the causes and for adequate assessment, planning, intervention, education, and evaluation.
