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| Dato' Master LEONG HONG TOLE (D.S.T.M) (The Fourth Generation Acupuncturist) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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Severity of Acne Pimples increases and typically, reaches its peak around the ages of 17 to 19. For most people, Acne Pimples tends to go away by the time they reach their mid-20s; however, very sensitive people may continue to have the disorder until they reach their 43s. Hormonal changes related to pregnancy or menstrual periods can also cause or contribute to Acne Pimples. This is also the case with environmental irritants such as pollution, intense heat, humidity or cold, and also the intake of oilly food and oily food. |
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| Acne/Pimples Causes | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Puberty period , the production of male sex hormones (androgens) increases in both girls and boys, which can stimulate the sebaceous glands to produce more sebum. In some people, the sebaceous glands are extremely sensitive to androgens. These people, mostly men, get Acne Pimples so severely that they need medical treatment.
The increased production of sebum makes the openings of the sebaceous glands narrower, which prevents the sebum from getting out. Meanwhile, the sebum production continues regardless. Pimples are often caused by Propionebacterium Acne Pimples, a common bacterium on the skin that feeds on sebum. This bacterium produces waste products and fatty acids that irritate the sebaceous glands and make them inflamed. |
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| Acne/Pimples Symptoms | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Small symptom at first, tender, red spots that later turn into pimples containing degraded fatty acids. The inflammation disappears over a few days or weeks, depending on the severity.
Severe Acne Pimples can cause scars which will never disappear. Acne Pimples can also cause psychological stress and be socially disabling. An early effective treatment is therefore imperative. |
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| Acne/Pimples Worse Condition | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Often in a damp environment with oil, grease and other chemicals.
Stress or emotional tension. Squeezing or picking at the pimples. Menstrual periods. Certain medicines and chemicals. Taking heaty food and drinks. |
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| Alternative Acne/Pimples Care | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Washing your face twice a day with a mild cleanser. Make sure you wash your skin whenever it becomes sweaty. Do not scrub your face as this will only make your Acne Pimples worse.
Avoid hairstyles in which the hair is constantly touching your face. Shampoo your hair regularly. Should not squeeze or pick at the pimples. It will makes them worse and may cause scarring. Avoid exposing your skin to too much cold, heat and sunlight. Sunlight may improve your Acne Pimples for a while, but it won't cure it. Too much exposure to sunlight can lead to burning and skin cancer. Use a water-based moisturiser. Greasy or oily creams and foundations block the pores and may cause pimples. No scientific research has shown that certain foods can cause Acne Pimples, but if you notice that spots increase after you eat certain things, it makes sense to avoid them, especially the heaty food. Choose a sensible, varied diet, drink lots of water and exercise regularly. |
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