Acne on the face is an extremely unpleasant phenomenon for a person of any age. Because of them, the mood deteriorates, complexes appear, and self-esteem drops. And if the problem of acne bothers you not so much because of aesthetics, but because of pain and discomfort. This is exactly how an internal pimple manifests itself - not always noticeable from the outside, but a very painful inflammatory element on the skin.
What causes this form of rash and how to deal with it as quickly as possible? There is good news, but first let's talk about the process of pimple appearance and its causes.
Differences between internal acne and boils
A boil, unlike a pimple, occurs due to bacteria and viruses entering the skin, which provoke inflammation. If a boil occurs, you must wait until all the pus that has accumulated in it comes out. Only after this the pain will go away.
It is forbidden to squeeze it out yourself; this can provoke even greater infection. In order to speed up the maturation of the boil, it is necessary to apply warm compresses.
A pimple is formed due to excessive work of the sebaceous glands. It must be removed with the help of medications, since it will not go away on its own. In order not to introduce viruses or dirt into the pores, do not squeeze or touch pimples with dirty hands.
What remedy to use if others did not help?
If none of the above remedies helped to mask the pimple that appeared, then you can use a proven and reliable medicine that works great in adolescence.
We are, of course, talking about the famous and widely advertised zenerite. It must be diluted according to the instructions and applied to areas of inflammation. And erythromycin, which is an antibiotic, as well as zinc in the composition, will help remove all acne that suddenly appears on the skin and interferes with life. Moreover, many take this phrase in the literal sense of the word.
Types and causes of internal acne formation
There are two types of subcutaneous or internal acne:
- A white pimple is a purulent pustule; it does not disappear on its own, which is why it should be treated.
- A red pimple is an inflammation under the skin that sometimes disappears on its own.
There are many reasons for the appearance of internal acne. The most important thing is disruption of the endocrine system. Such skin problems can occur in adolescents during puberty, in pregnant women and during menopause.
The production of large amounts of subcutaneous sebum also leads to the appearance of internal acne. Increased sweating also contributes to the appearance of this type of acne. The cause may be immune disorders, diseases of the digestive system, and improper hygiene.
What it is
Subcutaneous acne has another name - boils.
These are purulent formations under the upper layer of the epidermis. At first, they practically do not show themselves on the skin, but feel like a painful, slowly growing lump. Over time, redness appears, in the center of which a rod forms. The formation is very painful when pressed. The entire ripening process sometimes takes up to several weeks. Then it finally breaks through and the contents come out. If you do not care for your skin correctly, a scar may remain in this place.
How to clear your face of internal acne
There are several different ways to get rid of internal acne. However, we should not forget that under no circumstances should you squeeze out pimples or touch your face with dirty hands. Squeezing can lead to more acne spreading or scars that are nearly impossible to get rid of.
Facial cleansing of acne can be done manually by a cosmetologist. There is also a method of chemical exposure using masks and effective remedies for internal acne.
Vacuum cleaning using special equipment will help you get rid of acne painlessly. If the drugs are ineffective in treating acne, they are exposed to a weak current.
All these methods are time-tested and work well with various types of internal acne. But now an innovative method of facial cleansing has appeared - laser cleansing. It is completely painless and leaves no traces, and the redness disappears on the second day.
Be sure to read the tips for removing internal acne from experienced cosmetologists.
Prevention
It is easier to prevent any problem than to fix it. This applies primarily to subcutaneous acne. But often for this you will have to reconsider and sometimes significantly change your habits and lifestyle, otherwise they will still constantly pop up, especially if there is a genetic predisposition to this.
Here's some advice you should listen to:
- Remove from the diet: everything too sweet, salty, fried, fatty, canned and semi-finished products, snacks from bags. Reduce your consumption of coffee and alcohol.
- Eat often, but in small portions, chewing food thoroughly. It is also useful to adhere to the principles of separate nutrition.
- Enrich the menu with herbs, fresh fruits and vegetables, lean meat or fish, hard cheese, and lactic acid products.
- Check your caring cosmetics to see if they have expired and if they are suitable for your skin type.
- Try to use decorative cosmetics as little as possible, and in the evening, be sure to do a thorough makeup removal.
- If possible, avoid stress or learn how to react correctly to it. Master relaxation techniques.
- Engage in the prevention of exacerbation of chronic diseases of internal organs.
- Avoid prolonged and severe hypothermia or overheating.
- Take measures to strengthen the immune system, if necessary, take regular courses of immunomodulators and/or multivitamin complexes.
- When air conditioners and heating devices are constantly running in the room, monitor the cleanliness and humidity of the air.
- Make cleansing masks regularly, and 2-3 times a year – professional facial cleansing (manual or ultrasonic).
But the main thing is to seek help from specialists as quickly as possible if internal acne still continues to appear regularly on your face. This is probably a symptom of serious problems in the body that cannot be ignored.
Preventive measures
Preventing acne on your face is quite easy. To do this, you need to eat right and get rid of bad habits. Regular proper hygiene and healthy sleep will also help.
In order for your skin to be healthy, you need to wash your face with special foams or lotions; gels are also suitable.
Scrubs and soaps should be excluded. Soap dries the skin, and scrub injures it; all this can cause inflammatory processes. You should use only natural cosmetics.
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Decoctions of medicinal herbs such as chamomile, string and sage have a beneficial effect on facial skin. In order to avoid the appearance of internal acne, it is enough to wipe your face with these decoctions twice a day.
Also, to avoid the appearance of inflammation on the face, you should strengthen your immune system and consume all the necessary vitamins in sufficient quantities. If inflammation and acne appear, you should immediately visit a doctor.
Recipes for therapeutic masks and lotions
There are a variety of cosmetics available in stores to treat acne. However, you can prepare them yourself.
Homemade cosmetics consist of natural ingredients and act gently, but no less effectively.
Salt compresses
2 tbsp. l fine table salt in a glass of hot water and boil.
Apply hot compresses every day until the inflammation goes away.
Lemon lotion
Squeeze the juice from half a lemon and mix with a glass of water. Wipe your face with the resulting lotion in the mornings and evenings.
Herbal lotion
Tap water contains many foreign impurities that negatively affect even healthy skin. If you have inflammation, it is better to wash your face with herbal lotion .
To prepare it, mix 1 tsp. chamomile, mint, string, nettle, celandine and calendula. Brew with boiling water, cool and strain. The cleansing lotion is ready.
White clay mask
Mix 3 tsp. white clay , 1 tsp. lemon juice and calendula.
Apply the composition to the face for 15 minutes, rinse with water.
Do the mask regularly until the acne goes away.
Talc mask
Dilute 5 g of talc and 5 g of white clay with 1 tbsp. milk, stir thoroughly. Apply the mask to your face for 15 minutes.
Potato mask
Grate the potatoes and mix with the beaten egg. Add salt at the end of the knife and 1 tsp. oatmeal Keep the mask on your face for 20 minutes.
Birch lotions
1 tbsp. Pour l birch buds into a glass of boiling water, boil for 15 minutes. and cool the composition.
The product is suitable for preparing lotions for acne, compresses and for wiping the face.
Lotions with St. John's wort
1 tbsp. l St. John's wort pour a glass of water and boil for 10 minutes. Cool, strain and use to prepare acne lotions.
Aspirin mask
Regular aspirin relieves inflammation and disinfects well , so it is excellent for treating subcutaneous acne. You need to crush the tablets into powder and dilute them with water to a paste.
Apply the mask pointwise to inflamed areas for 10-15 minutes .
Aspirin causes allergic reactions , so it should be used with caution.
