Acne vs Pimples: Do You Know The Differences?

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Acne vs Pimples Do You Know The Differences?
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Introduction

• Contrary to what is commonly believed, zit, acne,
  and pimples are not synonymous
• Any qualified dermatologist would confirm, the
  acne condition has multiple types and there are
  different types of acne treatment in Bangalore
  available
• Grade 1 blackheads or white heads which are
  medically called as comedones
• Grade 2 reddish painful or painless boils
  which are called pimple at this stage
• Grade 3 painful pus filled boils which are
  called as pimples also at this stage
• Grade 4 Bigger cyst like nodules

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How Does Acne Form on Skin?

• Skin pores are connected to the sebaceous glands
• These glands are attached to the hair follicle
  and open through this onto the skin When these
  follicles and pores get clogged due to
  accumulation of dead skin cells and sebum, acne
  problems crop up
• Presence of bacteria in the blocked skin pores
  cause redness and inflammation
• If acne is the skin disease, pimples can be
  referred to as symptoms of this disease.

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Types Of Acne Vs Types Of Pimples

• Based on their nature and appearance, acne
  problems can be divided into different types
• The relatively common and less serious forms of
  acne are blackheads and whiteheads
• Pimples, on the other hand, are broadly
  classified under two heads papules and
  pustules
• In order to treat these, consulting a good skin
  doctor is highly advisable.

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Causes of Acne

• Excessive production of sebum is generally the
  root cause for acne breakouts
• From hormonal imbalances puberty or pregnancy or
  irregular menstrual cycles,
• bacterial infections, corticosteroid and anabolic
  steroid side-effects,
• exposure to heavy humidity, following an
  unhealthy/irregular food routine, and
• frequent usage of oil-based makeup cosmetics
  can cause acne to flare up
• The key lies in understanding the actual cause of
  the acne and pimple attack, and following
  skincare regimen and treatment methods
  accordingly.

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Pimple Acne Treatment Tips

• Neglecting persistent acne problems, or simply
  considering them as just an age-related thing
  that will go away on its own are mistakes that
  many people make
• Acne and pimples can leave scars and blemishes on
  the skin, which can even be irreversible
• Thats precisely why it is important to seek
  medical help to get rid of the problem.

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Keep the Face Clean and Moisturised

• Accumulation of dirt, excessive oil and dead skin
  cells are the biggest causes of acne issues
• Make it a point to regularly wash your face pat
  dry
• Use a mild, non-comedogenic moisturiser everyday
  to keep the skin hydrated.

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Maintain A Healthy Lifestyle

• The importance of a nice balanced lifestyle for
  preventing skin-related problems can hardly be
  overemphasised
• Stay away from excess stress, make sure that you
  drink 3-4 litres of water daily, maintain a
  healthy diet, get adequate sleep daily, and
  exercise regularly
• Youll feel fresh, and your skin will retain its
  glow.

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Avoid Heavy Makeup and Follow The No-Hands Rule

• If you wish to stay away from acne and
  pimple-related problems, application of heavy and
  greasy makeup products should be an absolute
  no-no
• In case you do apply makeup, carefully remove it
  before going to sleep. In addition, control that
  urge to pinch or squeeze face zits
• Doing so can cause skin infection to spread
  and/or can also cause scar formation.

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Consult An Expert Dermatologist

• While OTC products with salicylic acid,
  retinoids, benzoyl peroxide and other related
  components are easily available but applying them
  without consulting a skin specialist is not
  advisable
• Apart from regular medications and antibiotics, a
  dermatologist can also recommend laser
  procedures, chemical peels, cryotherapy and other
  advanced acne/acne scar treatment methods.

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