Acne or acne vulgaris is the
collective term given to a wide range of skin problems. Pimples, pustules,
papules, nodules, cysts, pinheads, blackheads and whiteheads are all different
forms of acne. Over-active oil glands and hormonal turbulence are the two basic
causes of acne. Bacteria, dust, dirt and smoke mingle with accumulated oil or
sebum to give rise to acne. We often come up with complaints of acne on our
face but tend to ignore body acne. This is because face is what everybody sees
while acne on body is mostly hidden from view.
Body acne usually occurs on neck,
arms, chest, shoulders, legs and buttocks. It may be inflammatory,
non-inflammatory or a combination of both. Pustules, papules, nodules and cysts
come under the inflammatory category while Comedones or blackheads and
whiteheads are the non-inflammatory type. Body acne could be quite painful at
times and sweat and allergic reactions to new cosmetics, tight clothing and
synthetic fabrics, sensitive skin and impact of harsh soaps and laundry
detergents worsen the condition.
Home Remedies for Body Acne
1. Regularly take shower and use an
anti-bacterial soap or salicylic acid-based body wash while bathing.
2. Don't allow sweat to settle on
your body, for it attaches dust, dirt and germs, further clogging pores and
exacerbating acne conditions.
3. A cream or ointment containing benzyl peroxide could be quite helpful.
4. Gently massage Aloe Vera gel on acne affected
regions.
5. Mix yoghurt and lime juice or strawberry juice and apply on acne
affected regions. This will cure body acne.
6. Make a paste of cucumber and apply on skin. Rinse off after 20 minutes. This is an effective home remedy for body acne.
7. Application of tea tree oil also
heals body acne.
8. Keep your hands away from acne
affected face, for it will only help in carrying the bacteria, dirt and oil to
the rest of the body. Wash hands time and again.
9. Bed linens should be kept clean. 10
Avoid refined sugar, iodine-rich food, dairy products, hydrogenated oils and
fatty, junk food
10 Avoid refined sugar, iodine-rich food, dairy products, hydrogenated oils and fatty, junk food
11. Drink 8-10 glasses of water per
day to flush out toxins from body.
12. Take zinc and Vitamin A
supplements to tackle body acne problem.
