How embarrassing... You wake up feeling a slight red bump on your forehead. You can barely see it, but you know it's there. By lunchtime, your friends have all given you the red alert - pimple at 3 o'clock! It's getting bigger as the day goes on! You know what your Mum, your beautician, or your dermatologist told you - just wash your face twice a day and everything will be fine. But by the end of the day, your pimple has evolved into the perfect ZIT - perfect to ruin that important interview/ big date/ special night out... Imagine a spot treatment that dries out pimples ...
Facts about pimple:- Pimples are a combination of dead skin cells, sebum (oil) and bacteria.
- A pimple begins when a hair follicle in your skin gets blocked and the sebum can’t escape out to the surface of your skin.
- Dead skin cells soak up the oil and bacteria eat the oily dead skin cells.
- Bacteria eat and poop and eat and poop and they make a real mess.
- White blood cells in your blood arrive to clean up the mess and white pus builds up. That makes a “white head” pimple under your skin.
Did You Know?- Your skin is covered by millions of bacteria. Some of it is bad but some of it helps keep you healthy!
- On some parts of your face you have more than 300 sebum glands in the space of your big toe nail.
- Just about everyone gets pimples at one stage of their life or another.
- Teenagers can get a lot of pimples because their bodies are growing and changing and can produce more sebum oil than normal.
- You can get pimples all over your body. Your face, neck, chest, back, even your bottom.
General Acne / Pimples Information
Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when oil and dead skin cells get trapped in the pit of the hair follicle. Bacteria then begins to multiply and the area becomes inflamed producing pimples, blackheads and whiteheads on the face and upper body. Acne affects 80% of the population at some time between the age of 12 and 44, making it the most commonly treated skin condition. Although acne affects more than 20 million teenagers, it is appearing in adults in increasing numbers. Most acne cases are in the mild to moderate range, but severe acne can cause serious cosmetic problems, which often leads to emotional stress and low self-esteem.
Possible Causes of Acne / Pimples 
In the surface of normal skin, sebum oil passes through the hair follicles to the skin surface. When acne is present, sebum (oil) which normally drains to the surface of the skin gets blocked and bacteria begins to grow.
The Beginning - Micromedone
Both whiteheads and blackheads start out as a "microcomedone", which is the oil blocked in the hair follicle. The picture to the left is a "microcomedone". After the microcomedone forms either a blackhead or a whitehead develops.
The Whitehead
A whitehead is formed when the trapped sebum and bacteria stays below the skin surface.
The Blackhead
A blackhead occurs when the trapped sebum and bacteria reaches the surface of the skin and opens up.
Acne blemishes may be a message that something is wrong with your body’s chemistry, diet or method of skin care.
Acne often occurs with pubescence (puberty) because the sebaceous glands are stimulated by androgens, the male hormones. These hormones stimulate the production of keratin protein and sebum oil. Sebum is often secreted in a faster rate then it can be excreted from the pores - creating an acne blemish - that supports bacteria growth and infection.
Acne may be caused by hormonal changes or hormonal imbalances, heredity, oily skin, monthly menstrual cycle, candidiasis, allergies, stress, and the use of certain drugs, such as birth control pills or steroids. Acne may also be caused by allergic reactions to foods or dairy, a nutritional deficiency or a diet high in saturated fats, hydrogenated fats and animal fats. Other causes may include environmental conditions and pollutants that can clog the skin pores. Low body pH levels foster the growth of bacteria that may cause acne to develop. Poor kidney and liver function may also play a role in acne development.
Possible Symptoms and Complications of Acne / Pimples
Acne appears as whiteheads and/or blackheads on the face, shoulders, neck and chest. Acne can range from mild to severe and can last a few weeks, months, years or can come and go throughout life. If a blemish becomes infected, a pimple can result. Severe acne can be painful and can cause serious scars if not treated.
Possible complications of acne include cysts, permanent facial scars, changes in skin color and damage to self-esteem, confidence, personality and social life.
Possible Lifestyle Changes for Acne / Pimples
A diet high in raw vegetables and fruits is beneficial. Avoid all forms of sugar, alcohol, butter, caffeine, cheese, chocolate, cocoa, cream, fat, fried foods, margarine, hydrogenated oils, soft drinks, iodized salt and processed foods. Sugar may impair immune function and promote the growth of bacteria and candida.
To determine if you have an allergy that may be the cause of acne, eliminate food, such as dairy, for at least one month and slowly return it to the diet to see if the acne returns.
The face should be kept free from oil by washing with an herbal cleanser or with lemon juice three times per day. Hair should be kept clean, as well. Friction makes pimples more likely to erupt, so not over-scrub or touch the affected area whenever possible. Avoid tight clothing and do not wear makeup whenever possible. When makeup must be worn, use water-based, hypoallergenic products without harsh chemicals, dyes or oils. Do not squeeze the spots as this may increase the growth and development of bacteria, worsening the condition and increasing the chance of scarring. Many dermatologists recommend 15 minutes of sunshine, regular exercise and sufficient sleep every day.
In accordance with FDA regulation, No any therapeutic claims for any Dietary Supplements in accordance with the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act. Beneficial Dietary Supplements Alpha-Sterol helps open the blocked pores releasing the excess oils from the skin.
Tea Tree Oil is a natural antibiotic and antiseptic.
Dimethylsulfoxide (DMSO) reduces inflammation and promotes healing.
Vitamin B3 improves circulation to the surface of the skin surfaces and helps repair skin conditions.
Acidophilus Probiotics help replenish natural good body bacteria to reduce acne outbreaks.
Chromium Picolinate aids in reducing skin infections.
Colloidal Silver is considered a natural antibiotic and may be applied topically and taken internally.
Essential Fatty Acids helps keep skin smooth, repairs tissue and dissolves fatty deposits that block pores.
Potassium and Zinc helps heal tissue and prevent scaring.
Garlic improves blood circulation, destroys bacteria and enhances immune function.
Burdock Root, Dandelion Leaves, Milk Thistle and Red Clover are powerful blood cleansers when taken internally.
Chaste Tree Berry (Vitex Agnus Castus) may be taken internally to aid in reducing acne breakouts related to hormonal changes from PMS.
Further Reading: Acne Acne Acne (Acne) Acne (Pimples) Acne Problems Acne Vulgaris (eMedicine)
How To get Rid Of Blemishes (Pimples) Pimples (Acne) - Prevention & Curing Protocol
Symptom: Pimples How to Treat Pimples Types of acne
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