Zits

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Zits are another name for pimples, blackheads, whiteheads or acne. Zits are inflammation of the skin that usually breaks out on the face, neck and chest. Dietary intake, hormonal disturbances and oily texture of the skin are some of the most common reasons that lead to zits. Zits are most common among young people and usually fade away with age.


Zits Symptoms

Common Zit Symptoms

The most common symptoms associated with zits are:

- Inflammation on the face
- Red or black bumps
- Blisters across the cheeks
- Pustules or pus filed inflammation
- Mild irritation on facial skin



Zits Causes

Zits Symptoms, Causes, Remedy and Diet

Main cause of zits is excess sebum or oil production

Zits are mainly caused due to the excessive production of sebum, a type of oil generated by the sebaceous glands. The sebum blocks the hair follicles and the pores of the skin with oil, dead skin and bacteria. This creates a protrusion on the skin known as acne, zits, blackheads or white heads. The protrusion may or may not be filled with pus.

The main causes that lead to an excessive production of sebum are:

- Hormonal imbalance during puberty and pre menstrual cycle
- Intake of oily, fatty and fried foods
- Hereditary skin disorder
- Use of cosmetics that affect the skin


Zits Home Remedies

Zits home remedies and natural cures, Questions and answers

Home Remedies to eliminate and prevent zits

The remedies that help prevent and treat zits are:

- A granular paste made of almonds is an effective treatment for acne with skin cleansing and enriching properties.
- A paste made of lentils and curd with a few drops of margosa juice can be an effective remedy to treat pimples or zits.
- Washing the skin with green gram flour helps clean the skin and also helps bleach the face.
- Honey , sandalwood, olive oil mixture can help soothe dry skin


Zits Diet

Zits : Home Remedies suggested by users

Faulty ways of eating can contribute to zits

Some important dos and don’ts include:

- Eat fresh fruits and vegetables and avoid oily, fatty, fried foods
- Drink eight to ten glasses of water to help flush out toxins
- Avoid intake of tea, coffee and alcohol which dehydrate the skin.


Zits Other Suggestions

Highly effective tips and remedies for zits treatment

Some important tips that can help keep skin healthy are:

- Simple and regular exercise such as walking, swimming or jogging
- Practice any favored activity to de-stress and maintain a healthy mind
- Meditation, yoga can help achieve a healthy mind and a healthy body.
- Avoid squeezing the pimples or zits to aggravate the situation
- Maintain good skin hygiene by washing and cleansing the skin at regular intervals
- Use good skin cosmetics, creams that do not affect the skin adversely.


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