Homeopathy: Acne healing warrior

Acne, commonly known as pimples, is a common skin condition. It affects 9.4% of the global population. (Source: NCBI) In some, it might occur due to hormonal activity. For instance, in teen boys and girls, puberty brings this skin problem along. Young individuals, between the ages of 12 to 25, are more prone to the problem. (Source: WebMD) In most cases, acne goes away by the age of 30, but many people tend to suffer from the problem until their 50s. (Source: NIH)

Forms of acne

• Comedones (whiteheads and blackheads): These appear as white or black bumps on the skin, usually on the nose. It is caused due to clogged hair follicles with sebum.
• Papules: These are inflammation of the skin which usually appear as small, pink bumps tender to the touch.
• Pustules (pimples): These are pus-filled lesions, red at the base and white to yellowish on the top, which appears as the head of the pimples.
• Nodules: These are larger than pimples and are sore, hard lesions that are stuck deep within the skin.
• Lesions: These leave scars.

Causes of acne

The most common cause of acne is an increased level of androgens in adolescence. Androgens are male hormones that are present in both boys and girls. Increased levels of these hormones result in an increased production of sebum (oil) thereby resulting in infection or clogging of the skin causing acne.

Hormonal changes in women during, before, or after pregnancy can cause acne. Sometimes, the hormonal imbalances resulting from the beginning of the cessation of oral birth control pills can also lead to this skin problem in women. One of the most important factors is genetics or heredity. Pimples are more prevalent in those whose parents also had the problem.

Many medications such as androgen hormones, lithium, etc. might result in the development of acne. Certain cosmetic products, which are thick can result in clogging of the hair follicles and can cause pimples.

Homeopathic treatment for acne

Acne doesn’t pose any serious threat to health but if left untreated, it can seriously affect the social life of individuals. In some cases, the pimples, when gone, can leave scars on the affected part. This can be prevented using effective homeopathic medicine for acne scars. Whatever be the cause, homeopathy is the best treatment option for acne. Homeopathic acne treatment is recommended as it is safer compared to conventional medicines.