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Acne

For some, acne is a minor nuisance or a relic of the past. However, acne can be a medical issue or a social impairment. Here you can ask and answer questions about the causes of acne, how one might prevent future acne, and most importantly, how to treat it.

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You got a pimple on your nose and im 13 what does that mean?

Ur hitting puberty... dont worry everyone goes through it

i went through it when i was 14... 0.0

just soap it daily and dont touch it.

What is a white pimple in the middle on the side of your tongue mean?

A pimple on your tongue doesn't necessarily MEAN anything in particular; you can get a pimple anywhere, including your face, tongue, lips, etc.

Let the pimple heal on its own, do not pop it as bacteria can infect it and yiu can develp acne all over your tongue.

A pimple on your tongue COULD mean that a certain food caused it, or you may have had a mild allergic reaction.

Why do you get ingrown hair?

I was told I get them because my hair is so fine and it can't break its way through the skin again. Try exfoliating regularly. I found using Toner good but get the cheapest nastiest you can get as in Astringent - alcohol based. There is a product in Australia called Ingrow Go that is brilliant.

Can colon cleansers help with acne?

There are 4 major way to cleanse the colon. I've tried them all and honestly some haven't been that helpful. But the really good ones have restored my health. I got rid of acne, improved my digestion, eliminated constipation and got more energy from completing the good ones. So in my experience, the good ones do "work."

First get a good guide to Home Remedy Colon Cleansing which shows you step by step how to make your own colon cleanses at home with ingredients you can get almost anywhere. This is a great for anyone who wants to get started with colon cleansing and is willing to learn a bit about it.

The next thing to do is get a very good cleansing product. What I like about a very good cleansing product is that it cleanses the colon, liver and kidneys at the same time. It's also relatively inexpensive and great for busy people since it's easy to take.

Whatever you choose, I highly recommend internal cleansing as a way to restore your health and vitality.

Which skin care products for acne are effective?

I personally prefer the products that are the most natural and the least chemical. If you feel that you have a case of acne that is more serious than one that a natural product can handle, you should make an appointment with your doctor.

Does stress cause pimple breakouts?

if you don't wash your face well, that can DEFINITEY give you pimples/acne. an oil-free and acne-clearing fash wash day and night will do the trick. some foods can do it to.. to be quite random, pepperoni an give you pimples!!!! so stay away from it if you have acne-prone skin!! if not, i still wouldn't eat it!

How do you get rid of a pimple before tomorrow?

The only way to get rid of a pimple before tomorrow is by popping it. This will remove the pulse that is in the pimple and may leave a small scar.

What causes blackheads?

A non-inflammatory acne lesion that is filled with excess oil and dead skin cells. Blackheads are also called "open comedomes" because the surface of the skin remains open.

black heads are generally because of pollution and uneven skin.. I would advise you use a good scrub and then moisturiser to get rid of this probelm..
or consult a good skin specialist to get your problem solved.. if u need reference then you can go for Reva Aesthetics in Delhi.

How do you remove pimple spot from face?

Pimple can cause dark spots on face. This can reduce by applying some lemon juice, tomato juice, or honey on dark areas, leaving them for at least 10 minutes before washing.

Aside from these natural methods taking and eating food rich in Vitamin A and C will also help in reducing dark spots together with whitening soap and creams.

How can you get rid of razor bumps?

I use to have these. Don't shave as often. One every week or once every 2 weeks. Be sure to moisturize after you shave. make sure your razor head is sharp and new. Shave straight over the razor bumps.

Does oily food cause acne?

Not necessarily. There could be many different foods or items that could give you oily skin. I have struggled with oily skin for a few years now and haven't seen any improvement by eating differently... try to avoid oily foods or foods that are unhealthy for you partly to see if it helps your skin or also because it could just overall help you feel better! Oily skin could also be caused by a lack of moisture in the skin, causing the skin-glands to overproduce oil and make your skin more oily. I have found that the Clinique 3-Step Skin Type three (for oily skin) has done WONDERS for my oily skin! I have also worn make-up with oil-control, but if you do this, remove it correctly at night. Just because you use a "facial cleaner/cleanser" does NOT mean it is getting deep enough to remove make-up, and this can cause acne. Use an actual make-up remover. (Again, I use Clinique, and it's great! I can feel the make-up being gone as a I clean!). Don't use just any lotion for oily skin. Make sure that the lotion does not include extra oil (oil-free) and also, gels are great for oily skin. Regular lotions can actually cause more oil but gels are great! Hopefully this helps!

Does sunblock cause acne?

Well since you got sun burnt you obviously got sun and the heat tends to dry your skin out, therefore your acne too. But your acne always comes back.

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Yes it will. But keep water off until it heals.

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Although the sun may have dried out your skin temporarily helping dry out acne too much drying of the skin may cause skin to produce excess oil in turn causing more acne.

What is a small bump at the back of your head to the left at the bottom and that hurts faintly when pressed and has been the same size for a couple of weeks?

It is a lymph node that is infected.Their are several of them in the neck area. If you scratch, have a pimple, or have a cold they will get larger and be sore. Often antibiotics are needed to get rid of the infection, and it sometimes takes a few weeks to go away.

How do you get rid of sweat pimples on your legs?

Most of the time if you have it handy shaving cream works the best and take your time. If you already have bumps and razor burns use a mosterizing cream (lotion) without perfems in it and the should disappear in a few days. Just be careful and take your time. :)

Another way to stop getting razor burn is to not shave, I personally wax my legs using wax that comes from the grocery store. Waxing lasts longer and takes less time. To touch up after a while just shave using shaving cream.

Hope that helps! :)

What herbs can be used for Hormonal Imbalance that causes Acne?

Topical drugs used to help acne include topical tretinoin, benzoyl peroxide, adapalene, and salicylic acid. Oral antibiotics can also be used. Some of them include tetracycline, erythromycin, minocycline (Minocin), doxycycline, clindamycin (Cleocin), and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim, Septra).

How do you get rid of white headed pimples?

If your pimple turns white, it means there is a lot of bacteria in it and that's when you gotta pop it, but be careful, it may leave a scar or a mark. Make sure it's not a white head because these two often get confused with. White heads are flat and go away after you squeeze them. :)

Does tanning help acne scars?

The World Health Organization classifies UV-emitting devices, such as tanning beds, as a known carcinogen. And research done by the International Agency for Research on Cancer shows that being exposed to UV radiation from indoor tanning equipment before the age of 35 increases your risk of melanoma (skin cancer).

This translates as "Don't worry about the small stuff (wrinkles), worry about the cancer.

How do you tell if you're getting acne?

Acne can be caused all the way back to heredity. Ck your family history to see if anyone has ever had acne. Other things is stress, emotions, oily moisturizers, makeup, perfume soaps, foods you eat. I have had severe acne for several years and have been doing this for 5 months now. It began working for me within the first 2 weeks. It's awesome and it works. http://www.ittybittyurl.com/2AW1

Can you get acne on your penis?

Yes. They can occur as a result of shaving. Hair follices can become irritated or ingrown and form puss. Sometimes the symptoms of venereal disease can be confused for zits. If you are unsure, see a doctor or see the nurse at a free clinic if you can't afford to see an actual physician.

How do you make the swelling on your lip go down from a pimple just under your lower lip its very painful and very swollen you really just want this pain to go how do you do this?

get some ice and rap it in glad rap if you have tried that try getting a wet towel lie on your back and go to sleep and make sure you stay on your back or your stomach (if your on your somach put the wet towel under your face)and when you wake up the swelling should have gone down if not go to a doctor.

get some ice and rap it in glad rap if you have tried that try getting a wet towel lie on your back and go to sleep and make sure you stay on your back or your stomach (if your on your somach put the wet towel under your face)and when you wake up the swelling should have gone down if not go to a doctor.

How to get rid of an ingrown hair?

# If the hair is shallow enough that you can see it through the skin, you may proceed. # Wash the area over and surrounding the ingrown hairs with warm water, to soften the skin and to make the skin pores bigger. # Sterilize the tweezers to prevent infection by soaking it in rubbing alcohol for several minutes. # Apply a warm compress to the affected area. Do not use a hot compress, only a warm one. The temperature may be enough to encourage the hairs to break away from the skin. Hold the compress in place for one to two minutes. # Do this step only when the area is bleeding or infected and will not release the hair. Use the sharpest edge of the tweezers to apply pressure and scratch on the skin to open it and release the hair from the skin layer. # Once the hair is released, do not pluck it out from the skin. Simply uncurl the hair and encourage it in the natural growing direction of the other hairs. # Pour hydrogen peroxide on the affected area to clean it out and prevent future ingrown hairs. Let it stay there to clean out the pores before wiping away.

Is it possible to eliminate acne overnight?

You probably won't be able to make a pimple disappear overnight, unless it was already on its way out. However, here is advice: * You should always try to tend to a zit as soon as you feel it coming.

* Try putting a dab of tooth paste or lemon juice on it.

* If you haven't tried Proactive, you should. It worked for me.

Does your tongue get pimples?

No, but it's possible to have sores or chancres that develop on your tongue. It is also not caused by telling lies and you shouldn't belive what your parents say.

Actually its quite possible to get pimples on your tongue, this is caused by a change of pH(i.e. Soda,Alcohol)