This is a compilation of some of the best Indian herbal / natural / ayurvedic face wash options for combination or oily acne prone skin. These Indian herbal face washes (for men and women) can be used for maintenance of pimple prone skin. Keep in mind just a face wash may not be enough to […]
Dandruff Dandruff can cause pimples. Wash hair with an anti-dandruff shampoo (Nizoral or Selsun) twice a week if you have dandruff. Dandruff can cause pimples on the face, neck, shoulders and back. Hair conditioners Hair conditioners often contain silicone and oils that add smoothness and shine to hair. Silicone and oils can cause pimples. Wash […]
Shaving can be a torture if your have acne on your jawline, cheeks or neck. One wrong move of the blade and you could cut through a pimple. This kind of injury can lead to scars. Not only that, using a shaving cream that is not suitable for acne prone skin can cause more pimples. […]
This is an acne regimen using products available in India. All the regimen guidelines and product recommendations here are suitable for both men and women. Tips that are specifically for men or women are marked so. If you follow these guidelines, you can expect to see a visible difference in about 2 weeks. While your dermatologist […]
Hormonal changes cause oil glands in the skin to produce more sebum (skin’s natural oil) Because of over-production of sebum, skin cells stick together Due to this stickiness, dead skin cells cannot be shed This clogs the openings of oil glands (pores) in the skin These clogged pores become breeding grounds for acne bacteria Bacterial […]
An acne-prone skin is prone to bacterial buildup when sebum (skin’s natural oil) bunches up around the cells and causes inflammation. A sensitive skin can develop redness, rashes, peeling or allergic reactions such as inflammation (swelling) when it comes in contact with an irritant. The cause of such irritation is usually fragrance and harsh chemicals. […]
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