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By: Dr Elizabeth Nightingale
Pimples for the most part are really nothing but mild forms of acne. They appear in two forms: blackheads and whiteheads. It becomes difficult to cure pimples when they develop into cysts that contain pus. Some of the most prevalent pimple treatments are listed down here in the order of their usage by those who suffer from pimples.
Instant Remedies – Undoubtedly the first forms of treatment that pimple sufferers would prefer are easily available instant remedies such as creams, gels, herbal face packs etc. Most of these remedies which are commercially sold contain azelaic acid and hyaluronic acid. These two acids aid the generation of natural collagen in the skin and cause tightening of the skin. It is not necessary for one to have a dermatologist’s prescription in order to buy these products. They can be found in all medical stores. Various brands produce a number of pimple treatments and products based on the severity of the pimples. It is however advised that one does not resort to over usage because it would cause some adverse effects.
Home-made remedies – The next thing an individual would do when commercial products fail to cure pimples is undertaking home based pimple treatments. Good dietary practices such as not consuming fried foods and taking in more vegetables and fresh fruits are part of home remedies. Vitamin A,B,C tablets and zinc also do come under home based pimple treatments. Home remedies are very easy to follow and they are more effective when combined with other chemical treatments.
Oral and prescription drugs – These treatments are supposed to be used only when over the counter products fail to cure the pimple trouble and it is essential to get a dermatologist’s prescription before starting to use them. Benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid are two of the most widely used topical applications. Some of the oral medications include retin-A, isotretinonin, tetracycline and birth control pills. In real, a combination of drugs is prescribed by dermatologists in order to ward off pimples. But these treatments work best only for moderate to severe pimples. Cure in these cases come along with side effects as dizziness, rashes, nausea, redness and dryness of skin. Therefore it may be essential for individuals to take all kinds of precautionary measures, when they undertake these type of treatments and methods.
Surgical Methods – The absolute last resort I would recommend is surgical procedures if all other methods mentioned above fail to cure the problem. Thanks to the rapid advancements in technology, we now have a lot of surgical procedures to help us get rid of pimples. Dermabrasion, surgical incision, punch incision and light therapy are some of the most commonly used surgical pimple treatments. It is required of a patient to sit through 3-6 sessions in order to get the desired result. Apart from demanding more money from the patient, surgical procedures also demand a lot of extra care and efforts to sustain the result obtained.
Alternative Procedures – The formation and appearance of pimples can be restricted due to a huge extent when a combination of the treatments mentioned above is used. But it has to be noted that treatment methods belonging to various traditional medicinal practices throughout the country are emerging as the contenders for pimple treatments. People are unwilling to follow these methods because of lack of proper knowledge. These traditional medicinal systems include yoga, hypnosis, acupressure, acupuncture, homoeopathy, mind and cognitive therapy. The one factor that unites all these traditional methods of curing pimples is the concept that ‘identifying the real cause would reveal the best remedy’. These methods normally give the desired results, but patience is definitely required because they take some time and effort with the healing process and may vary with each individual.
About the Author
Dr. Elizabeth Nightingale's professional goal is to educate the public about skin diseases and cosmetic issues. Dr. Nightingale received her undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Georgetown and her medical degree from the University of Southern California School of Medicine in Los Angeles. In her spare time she like’s to bike ride and run. More information about pimple treatments here.
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