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Here are some facts about acne. More detail is in the main article.

• Acne is a skin disease involving the oil glands at the base of hair follicles.
• It affects 3 in every 4 people aged 11 to 30 years.
• It is not dangerous, but it can leave skin scars.
• Treatment depends on how severe and persistent it is.
• Risk factors include genetics, the menstrual cycle, anxiety and stress, hot and humid climates, using oil-based makeup, and squeezing pimples.

Ayurvedic Medicine:

1. Khadira Rishta/ Saribadisalsa
2. Aqiplus Cream
3. Neem Capsule

There are many suggested home remedies for acne, but not all of them are supported by research.

• Diet: It is unclear what role diet plays in worsening acne. Scientists have found that people who consume a diet that offers a good supply of vitamins A and E and of zinc may have a lower risk of severe acne. One review describes the link between acne and diet as "controversial" but suggests that a diet with a low glycemic load may help.
• Tea-tree oil: Results of a study of 60 patients published in the Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprology suggested that 5-percent tea-tree oil may help treat mild to moderate acne. If you want to buy tea tree oil, then there is an excellent selection online with thousands of customer reviews.
• Tea: There is some evidence that polyphenols from tea, including green tea, applied in a topical preparation, may be beneficial in reducing sebum production and treating acne. However, the compounds, in this case, were extracted from tea, rather than using tea directly.
• Moisturizers: These can soothe the skin, especially in people who are using acne treatment such as isotretinoin, say researchers. Moisturizers containing aloe vera at a concentration of at least 10 percent or witch hazel can have a soothing and possibly anti-inflammatory effect.

Probable Cause:

• Not accepting the self. Dislike of the self.

New thought pattern:

• I am a divine expression of life.
• I love and accept myself where I am right now.

10 skincare habits that can worsen acne:

Do you do any of these? If so, be sure to read what dermatologists recommend that you do instead. Making some simple changes could be your answer to clearer skin.

1. Wash twice a day and after sweating. Perspiration, especially when wearing a hat or helmet, can make acne worse, so wash your skin as soon as possible after sweating.

2. Use your fingertips to apply a gentle, non-abrasive cleanser. Using a washcloth, mesh sponge, or anything else can irritate the skin.

3. Be gentle with your skin. Use gentle products, such as those that are alcohol-free. Do not use products that irritate your skin, which may include astringents, toners and exfoliants. Dry, red skin makes acne appear worse.

4. Scrubbing your skin can make acne worse. Avoid the temptation to scrub your skin.

5. Rinse with lukewarm water

6. Shampoo regularly. If you have oily hair, shampoo daily.

7. Let your skin heal naturally. If you pick, pop, or squeeze your acne, your skin will take longer to clear and you increase the risk of getting acne scars.

8. Keep your hands off your face. Touching your skin throughout the day can cause flare-ups.

9. Stay out of the sun and tanning beds. Tanning damages your skin. In addition, some acne medications make the skin very sensitive to ultraviolet (UV) light, which you get from both the sun and indoor tanning devices.

   • Using tanning beds increases your risk for melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, by 75%.

10. Consult a dermatologist if:

    • Your acne makes you shy or embarrassed.

    • The products you've tried have not worked.

    • Your acne is leaving scars or darkening your skin.

Mudra Therapy for Acne:

PRITHVI MUDRA + AKASH MUDRA (each 15 minutes)