Acne
Acne affects many people during their 20s. Acne is most common at puberty, as hormonal changes are associated. Acne vulgaris is the medical term for acne. It can appear as papules, pimples or cysts. Lesions are most commonly found on the chest, shoulder, back, neck and face. Acne is not harmful to health, but it can be unsightly and make people feel less confident. Acne treatment is a must for most teenagers and young adults. Ayurvedic Treatment for Acne can be a safer and more natural way to eliminate the acne lesions.
What Is Acne? How do Acne lesions form?
Acne occurs when the sebaceous glands at the hair follicle base are stimulated. Sebaceous glands are activated by hormonal changes during puberty. A small opening on the surface of the skin allows sebum to escape. Acne can be caused by a bacterial infection of the inner skin layer due to Propionibacterium Acnes. The whiteheads can remain under the skin or appear on top of it. Blackheads may also be visible. Cystic Acne appears as painful lesions filled with pus. They can leave scars.
What are the causes of acne?
As described below, acne can be caused from several different factors.
1. Hormone levels increase, especially when puberty begins
2. Family History
3. Hormone-containing medications
4. Use of greasy cosmetics
5. Being under mental stress
Why do you need to treat acne?
Acne does not pose a serious health risk, but it can cause a great deal of stress. Acne can cause people to feel low in self-esteem, and they may avoid crowds. Acne is a bacterial infection that can leave scars. Acne increases the risk of having recurrent outbreaks.
What are the best ways to treat acne?
Some antibacterial lotions and soaps can treat mild acne. Doctors must treat severe acne that affects the deeper layers of skin.
How does Ayurveda treat acne?
Ayurveda says that acne is often caused by bacteria, although it can be brought on by spicy and oily foods. Ayurvedic treatments for Acne focus on correcting diet habits as well as therapies using herbs with antibacterial properties. Ayurveda calls Acne Yauvanpidika. Yauvan is the term for adolescence, and pidika refers to pustules. Acne can be seen most commonly on the back, shoulders, and face.
According to Ayurvedic theory, acne is caused by Pitta Dosha inbalance that further degrades the meda-dhatus and rakta (blood tissues and fat tissue). Accumulation of toxins occurs in deep layers of the skin when Pitta Dosha increases.
What Ayurvedic therapies can cure acne?
Ayurveda offers some very effective treatments such as the mukha lepam and herbal paste that can reduce Acne. Ayurveda does consider Detoxification as well as other lifestyle modifications to reduce the occurrence of Acne.
1. Mukha Lepam
Mukha Lepam is a combination of a face-massage, turmeric application and a herbal face pack such as neem and haridra.
2. Navra Mukha Lepam
The navra risotto is used in this face massage. Navara Mukha Lepam reduces pimples and prevents skin sagging.
3. Vaman and Virechanam – Body Detox Treatments
If the buildup of toxins in the body is the reason for pimples, then some natural de-toxification treatments like Vaman or Virechanam may be recommended.
4. Ubtan:
Ayurvedic Ubtan Therapy improves the luster of skin by improving health. The antifungal, antibacterial and other herbs in the product reduce pimples.
