Acne

Acne is a common skin condition that  affect many people during their puberty. The occurrence rate of acne is 3 out of 4 people between the age group 12 to 30 years. Acne happens when the hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells. Though it’s not a dangerous situation, it can leave scars on the skin. 

Acne spots are more often found in the face, shoulders, back, neck, chest, and upper arms. Mainly it occurs in the form of pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, and blemishes. Though it affects people of all age groups, it’s most common in teenagers.

What is Acne?

Acne can be defined as a localized skin inflammation due to excess sebum secretion by the oil glands situated at the base of specialized hair follicles. Acne starts during the time of puberty when the hormones in the adrenal glands stimulate the sebaceous glands. 

The oil glands are situated beneath the skin. The primary function is to continuously produce and secrete the sebum (oil) through the openings in the skin. This oil helps to protect the skin and lubricates the skin surface. In few cases, a blockage occurs in the oil glands that buildup the sebum under the skin. 

Ayurvedic treatment for Acne

Gayatri's ayurveda offers speciality treatment for acne.To remove dark spots caused by pimples is a common worry among the people who suffers from acne. The coined term for acne in Ayurveda is ‘Youvanapidika’. Ayurveda says acne occurs due to an imbalance in the Tridoshas. The  reason for acne to be aggravated is Vata and Kapha Doshas. Pitta Dosha also has a role in causing acne when it afflicts the blood and accumulates there. A superficial treatment will not provide you with a long-term solution. This leads to inflammation in the capillaries.

The doctors here take into account each factor individually to provide you with the best treatment, which may include Nasya, Virechana, Raktmokshana, Vamana, and so on. Ayurveda offers a comprehensive approach for treating acne from the ground up. As a result, in addition to the herbal treatment, it also recommends dietary and lifestyle changes. At Gayatri's, we also suggest Lepana (application of thick paste), considering the skin type and the chronicity of the condition. Lepana is one of the best acne scar treatments available in Ayurveda. Along with these treatments, intake of ayurvedic acne medication is also suggested. Acne is a completely curable disease.