Acne Treatment for Teenage Girl - Shahnaz Husain

Acne usually occurs on an oily skin. That is why it is common during teenage, when the body goes through hormonal activity, which also activates the oil glands. Daily cleansing and skin care, with appropriate products, is the only way of protecting the skin from acne. The pores must be kept free of hardened oil and the oiliness of the skin surface should be reduced. If the skin is oily, an astringent skin tonic should be used after cleansing. Wipe the face with it, using cotton wool. Some natural ingredients, like cucumber, have an astringent effect. Apply cucumber juice by itself on the face and wash it off with plain water after 15 minutes. Or, mix cucumber juice with a little rose water, for an astringent-toner. Night-time cleansing is a must to get rid of make-up, stale oil and sweat deposits and pollutants. For acne, medicated cleansers are available. Avoid oily creams and moisturizers. Apply sandalwood paste on pimples, acne and boils. If there is a rash, mix sandalwood paste with a little rose water and apply on the entire face. Wash it off with plain water after 20 minutes. Boil neem leaves in enough water over a low fire. Cool and strain. Make a paste of the neem leaves and apply daily. Wash it off after 30 minutes. Mix multani mitti with rose water into a paste and apply on the face. Wash it off when it dries, to reduce oil and clarify the skin. Acne points to a congested skin and system. Include fresh fruits, raw salads, sprouts, wholegrains, yogurt, fresh fruit juices, clear soups, buttermilk and lassi in the diet. Drink 6 to 8 glasses of water daily. Add the juice of a lemon to a glass of water and have it first thing in the morning. Take some daily exercise, after consulting your doctor. Do deep breathing exercises to control stress