Causes
The main reason for the appearance of acne on any part of the body is blockage of the ducts of the sebaceous glands. This inflammatory process looks like a small area of redness, which is often quite painful to the touch.
Let's look at the main causes of acne on the chin.
- Changes in hormonal levels in women during different phases of the menstrual cycle.
- Hormonal changes in adolescence.
- Prenatal period.
- Postpartum period.
- Diseases of the endocrine system.
- Immunity impairment. At the same time, microbes and bacteria that were previously suppressed by the immune system begin to activate on the surface of the skin.
- Incorrect shaving of the chin, or even an incorrectly selected razor wall.
- Poor nutrition.
- Stress.
- Use of cosmetics of dubious quality.
- Improper facial care.
Moreover, it is quite difficult to understand exactly what caused the appearance of a pimple on the chin, since not one, but several factors at once can have an influence.
Associated symptoms
Most often, the rash does not cause severe discomfort; pain when touched is moderate. If there are no acute signs of inflammation, and the color of the pimple does not differ from the rest of the skin, a person may not notice its appearance. Closed comedones can only be detected by close examination or palpation of the chin area.
The easiest to see blackheads are those with black heads. As the inflammatory process develops, the tissue around the pimple becomes swollen, hyperemic and painful. A person feels discomfort even without touching the affected area.
If a patient develops a boil, general symptoms may occur: fever, chills, weakness, loss of appetite, drowsiness, headache. Such signs indicate that the abscess capsule has broken through inside and the infection has entered the blood. As a rule, with timely treatment, complications do not develop and there are no general symptoms.
Types of rashes
A large number of small red pimples often appear as a result of improper skin care or dietary errors.
Purulent pimples appear when an infection joins the inflammatory process.
Internal acne is the most dangerous. This means that staphylococci or streptococci have penetrated into the sebaceous duct, which form one large subcutaneous pimple, very painful and very ugly. Your doctor can tell you in detail how to get rid of such large pimples on the chin.
But what should those who do not have the opportunity to visit a doctor do, but want to get rid of acne quickly? Here you can use popular medications, which can be purchased at any pharmacy.
Treatment options
Subcutaneous pimples, like other skin diseases, should be treated only after consulting a doctor. It is he who will help identify the cause of the disease and prescribe the correct treatment. But some advice still won't hurt.
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Proper nutrition
First of all, you will need to reconsider your diet. To avoid the formation of new subcutaneous acne, you will have to follow a diet. The diet should be dominated by healthy foods: vegetables, fruits, kefir, yogurt. The list of prohibited foods includes sweets, nuts, sugar, tea, coffee and chicken eggs.
Medicines and folk remedies
Medicines containing salicylic acid, triclosan, green tea, chamomile and witch hazel extracts help in the fight against subcutaneous acne. Acne treatment products are divided into two types: for external use and for internal use.
Among the medications that are used externally are the following:
- Drugs that act on bacteria. As a rule, they contain antiseptics and are quite effective. Available without a doctor's prescription. This is Baziron AC, OXY 5 or OXY 10.
- Medicines containing azelaic acid. This component prevents blockage of the sebaceous gland ducts and has an antibacterial effect. The acid is contained in Skinoren gel and Aknestop cream.
- Means that prevent blockage of the ducts of the sebaceous glands, or retinoids. Due to the fact that cell division is suppressed, blockage of the excretory ducts does not occur. One of the popular retinoids for external use is Differin.
Acne medications for oral use
- Antibiotics. Most antibiotics that help defeat skin diseases are tolerated well by people. However, in some cases, side effects appear, such as allergies, dysbiosis or thrush (in women). The most popular antibiotic for internal pimples is doxycycline.
- Hormones. They are prescribed to women if the cause of skin problems is an increased content of androgens.
- Retinoids. These drugs are very effective in treating acne, but they also have a number of side effects. For example, dry skin, pancreatitis, nervous system disorders, eye diseases and disorders of the musculoskeletal system.
Along with medications, subcutaneous rashes on the chin can be treated with folk remedies. Herbal infusions and decoctions help cleanse the skin very well. They are used both internally and externally. Herbal extracts relieve inflammation, moisturize the skin and strengthen the body as a whole.
Herbal mixture for subcutaneous acne . To prepare it, you need to mix one teaspoon of medicinal herbs: plantain, nettle, eucalyptus, rose hips and linden blossom. Pour the mixture of boiling water into a glass or enamel container and let it brew for 30 minutes. Take half a glass orally once a day.
An excellent remedy to help get rid of skin problems is aloe. You can also make an infusion from it. To do this, you need to carefully cut off several leaves of the plant, fill them with water, and boil the mixture. Wipe your face with the strained solution 1-2 times a day.
Alcohol tincture of calendula helps get rid of both subcutaneous and regular acne. It is sold at the pharmacy, but you can prepare it at home. To do this, pour a few tablespoons of calendula flowers with vodka. The solution should stand in a dark place for 3-4 weeks. You need to wipe your face with calendula twice a day.
Onion masks are good for removing acne. You can apply boiled onion pulp or honey mixed with onion juice on your face.
Cosmetology procedures and hygiene
Undoubtedly, in order to get rid of subcutaneous acne once and for all and prevent their occurrence in the future, you need to follow the rules of hygiene. After all, the key to clean and beautiful facial skin is hygiene.
Daily skin care must necessarily include three stages:
To prevent clogged pores and allow your skin to “breathe,” you need to use less foundation. To even out your complexion, it is better to use a moisturizer and powder, which will serve as protection against the negative influences of the external environment. If we talk about cosmetic procedures that help cleanse and renew the skin, we can highlight the following:
- Peeling. Using the concentrated acid included in peeling preparations, you can cleanse the pores of excess dirt and subcutaneous sebum. Due to the fact that the top layer of skin is removed, the skin is smoothed, and red spots, acne marks or scars completely disappear.
- Dermabrasion. This procedure is the same peeling, but it is performed mechanically. Skin cleansing occurs with the help of aluminum salts.
- Skin resurfacing using laser. This is the most effective way to get rid of old skin cells, acne and even shallow wrinkles. Oxygen begins to flow faster to new cells, and the skin acquires a healthy color and radiance.
Cosmetic preparations
At home, cosmetic preparations will help solve the problem of acne. For example, cosmetic products from the “Propeller”, “Clerasil”, and “Clean Line” series are very popular. They are ideal for young skin and allow you to solve the problem of acne once and for all with regular use.
But how to get rid of acne on the chin at 30 years of age and older? In this case, a visit to a cosmetologist can help, who, after a careful examination of the skin, may recommend peeling, mesotherapy, ozone therapy, or laser treatment.
Other methods
You can get rid of acne in the chin area using other simple methods. For example, proper skin care is of great importance. Cosmetologists recommend paying special attention to the following rules:
- You should wash your face in the morning and evening. And do this not just with water, but with foam or milk. The same cosmetic preparations should be used in the evening. To avoid possible addiction, cosmetic products should be changed from time to time.
- If you are prone to acne, it is not recommended to use foundation or powder, as this will further aggravate the situation.
- Day face cream should be very light and gentle. It is advisable that it bears the inscription “non-comedogenic”.
- Never squeeze pimples, especially purulent ones!
Proper nutrition plays a huge role in getting rid of acne on the chin, both white and red. To achieve good results in a short time, you need to minimize or completely abandon the consumption of foods such as:
- Confectionery.
- Bakery.
- Fatty meats.
- Spicy seasonings.
- Marinades.
- Alcohol.
- Coffee.
But you need to add vegetables, fruits and dairy products to your diet.
Folk remedies
If you wish, you can use traditional methods. The easiest and most affordable way is aloe juice. Using this product is very simple - all you need to do is wipe the problem areas of the skin with this juice several times a day.
You can make a lotion from green tea and mint, which will quickly get rid of pimples on the chin. To do this, pour boiling water over three teaspoons of tea leaves and one small spoon of mint leaves and leave for infusion. Then strain, cool, and use as a cleanser.
Or you can use the simplest method - wipe your face with a piece of fresh pumpkin every morning and evening.
What can you do at home?
- Washing with tar soap to disinfect and normalize the pH of the skin.
- Applying a compress of St. John's wort, hops, and chamomile flowers to the neck.
- Honey-cinnamon mask (2 tbsp honey, 1 tsp cinnamon) helps relieve inflammation, as well as cleanse and nourish the skin.
- Natural tonic for wiping the face after washing from garlic tincture (2 cloves per 1 liter of water) with the addition of lemon juice (half the fruit).
- Aloe anti-acne lotion. The leaves are ground into porridge (1 glass), poured with water (1 liter) and left for 3 hours. After this, the mixture must be boiled. After cooling, the lotion is ready for use.
- A clay mask once a week cleanses pores and removes excess sebum.
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