Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Want to Get Rid of Acne Fast?

Want to Get Rid of Acne Fast?

rid of acne fastMost people who are unlucky enough to have this skin problem also have a burning desire to get rid of acne fast.  I’ve never met anyone with acne who isn’t actively trying everything under the sun to eliminate it.
Acne is a skin condition that affects people of all ages.  It is not exclusive to teenagers. That is why it’s important that you know how to properly treat it if you have it. This  article is going to give you several acne fighting tips that you may have never known before.  Because everyone who wants to get rid of acne fast is different, there are many ways to combat it  Take  a look at the list and see which of these tips may suit you best and give them a try.
  •  In order to get rid of acne fast, look for a face wash or exfoliator with salicylic acid in it. Salicylic acid, while it may dry out your skin slightly, avoids oil from building up in your pores, which is the cause of acne. To reduce the incidence of dry skin, choose an oil-free moisturizer.
  • Having a high amount of stress is something that can cause you get very bad acne. When you are under stress, you tend to not take care of yourself and your hormones get a little out of whack. All of this leads to acne. It is important to remember to breath deeply and try not to stress to much.  Since stress is a major factor that can lead to acne break outs, do what you can to keep calm, cool, and collected. Consider taking a yoga class, or doing ten to thirty minutes of meditation daily. These stress-busters can lead to both a clearer mind and help you get rid of acne fast!
  • When it comes to acne, you are the best person in the world to know how your skin behaves. If your skin feels like it is getting oily, you should wash it immediately. If you feel it is becoming too dry, grab a moisturizer and massage gently on your face.
  • If acne is really a problem then try to avoid wearing make up at all costs. Make up will only clog your pores more leaving you more prone to break outs.  Experiment with not wearing make-up for a while if you normally wear make-up, or switch to water based make-up as it will leave your pores open. You may be tempted to cover up acne with make-up, but it will only make your acne problem worse.  Avoiding makeup will help you while you’re trying to get rid of acne fast.
  • A great alternative treatment to get rid of acne fast is the use of vinegar rubbed on the face with a cotton ball. This acidic compound can be used in place of a chemical toner. It will help re-balance the pH levels of your skin. Re-balancing your skin in this manner can clear up breakouts sometimes after just a single application.
  • Unfortunately, acne doesn’t just affect your face! Back acne can be a hard thing to deal for anyone! The best way to fight it is to prevent it. Make sure that you thoroughly cleanse your back and completely dry it when getting out of the shower. Do not leave any moisture on your back!  In order to get rid of acne fast, you may want to consider using a spray-on formula for controlling acne on the back. These make it easy to use on yourself rather than a cream because you can spray it on rather than having to rub it on. It works by removing dead surface skin cells, which will get rid of acne.
  • Don’t touch your face with your dirty hands. Sometimes it can be tempting to pick at your face or scratch an itch, but your hands contain oils and dirt that can transfer to your face. Your pores trap the dirt which causes an inflammation that can eventually lead to pimples.
  • To help get rid of acne fast, increase your chromium intake. Chromium helps heal skin infections, possibly by influencing cell production. You can get more of it in your diet by taking a supplement or by eating whole grains, raw onions, ripe tomatoes, or romaine lettuce. Taking vitamin C will help your body to absorb the chromium better.
  • If you have a breakout, resist the urge to scratch or “pop” any pimples. This could cause an infection, scaring, or maybe even both. Try over-the-counter medications, creams, and astringents first. If your acne worsens, consider making an appointment with a dermatologist who can suggest something more effective.  When you breakout, don’t freak out and start picking at it. One of the worst things you can do with a pimple or zit is to pick at it. It makes it even more unsightly than it was in the first place. Instead gently wash it and bear with it patiently until of itself it slowly disappears.
  • Change your diet to help remove the amount of dirt and toxins that may develop on your face. Dirt and oils can help encourage the generation several types of acne. Acne may differ in its development but they all essentially are created via the same process: pore blockage. By removing the possible factors in acne creation you can help to reduce chronic acne.
  • When using a topical treatment for acne, it’s important to read and follow the directions on the label. This way you can make sure you’re not making the break-out worse when using the treatment with a cleanser that may give your skin too much medicine or dry out your skin with too much use. Remember, the more irritated your skin gets, the longer it will take to heal.
  •  If you are a smoker suffering from acne, your skin problems are just one more reason to give up the nicotine habit. Smoking not only devastates your body’s overall health, it has direct effects that aggravate acne problems. Smoking contributes a host of extra contaminants to your skin – from the inside as well as the outside – all of which can cause or exacerbate acne outbreaks and prevent you from getting rid of acne fast.

Thursday, January 26, 2012

How To Get Rid of Spots Overnight!

 

How To Get Rid of Spots Overnight

 
We've all been there. We have an important event scheduled that we need to look our best for such as a wedding, an interview or a first date but then disaster strikes!
We take a look in the mirror the night before and discover that the fates have afflicted us with a huge zit and it seems as though it's too late to do anything about it.
Fortunately, there is a home remedy that has over an 80% success rate and only uses stuff you should already have around the house. Scroll down to the 'How To Get Rid of Spots Overnight' section to check out the solution or continue reading to learn more about what spots are and what causes them.

What Are Spots?

Spots (also known as zits, pimples, blackheads, whiteheads and acne) develop when one of the hair follicles in your skin becomes clogged.
Your hair follicles are the microscopic holes in your skin that hair grows from and each follicle contains a tiny oil gland or sebaceous gland that produces an oil known as sebum. Sebum is transported out of the follicle via the hair and is deposited on the skin - this oil is important as it lubricates and hydrates the skins exterior.
It is common for follicles to get blocked with microscopic debris such as dead skin and when this happens the sebum produced by the sebaceous gland cannot exit the follicle. This results in the follicle widening as it fills with sebum and the skin around the follicle raising to form a spot. It can also become red and inflamed and in some cases can become infected with bacteria, which can make the soreness and inflammation worsen.

Cross section of skin showing blocked follicle

How To Get Rid of Spots Quickly

To get rid of spots quickly (overnight or within around 8 hours) follow the steps below. As stated earlier, this method has over an 80% success rate, but even if you're one of the other 20%, you will notice a vast improvement in spot and itwill be far less noticeable.
You will need:
  • Water-based soap or cleanser
  • Mint toothpaste (not the gel variety)
  • Rubbing alcohol / Surgical Spirit
The procedure:
  1. Wash your face with the soap / cleanser and warm water, then dab dry with a soft clean towel.
  2. Apply a dab of toothpaste to the spot and leave for around 5-10 minutes.
  3. Gently clean off the toothpaste, rinse and dry.
  4. Apply a small amount of rubbing alcohol / surgical spirit to the spot to dry the skin.
After going through the process above, give the alcohol around 5 minutes to absorb into the skin, then go to bed. By morning, the spot should be gone.

Wednesday, January 25, 2012

How to get naturaly rosy cheeks with a rosy glow!

How to get naturaly rosy cheeks with a rosy glow!
 

Take a pomegranate and squeeze the juices out of it. It needs to be fresh. Then take the juice and lather it onto your cheeks. Be careful, it stains clothes.

To get a nice glow, follow this treatment and in a week I PROMISE you will get all glowy :)


Take hot water and heat it up as if for tea, 1 cup of water for each serving. Disolve 2 and a half tablespoons of honey in the water. Soak a lemon slice in the water for 5 minutes. Drink it in the morning, and then at night.

I swear this will soothe a sore throat, calm an upset stomach, and make your skin glow in 1 week! I promise!