Goodbye to Pimples & Blackheads

 

There are many types of home remedies to treat pimples and blackheads. One of the best and certainly a very effective way is with garlic. Garlic contains antibiotic properties that are proven safe and effective in treating pimples as well as acne. If you feel that there�s gonna be a  pimple or acne start to show up on your skin (which usually begin with a spot or a bit swollen that feels itchy and if you scratch it you feel pain, or the particular skin surface is harder than usual), better act fast.  Before that pimple or acne is getting bigger, you can try treating it by dabbing the pimple or acne candidate with garlic slice several times. It is claimed that they will not grow or bigger. Please bear in mind, before you start, make sure you have already cleaned your hands and skin, including the ingredients that you will use.

Remedy 1

Get whole garlic, mash it and apply it on the face with extra caution on the area rear the eyes. Let the garlic take effect for 10-15 minutes. Then wash it off with warm cloth.

Or

Splash your face with cold water, and then rinse it softly with warm water. Wipe your face with a clean and soft towel (Don�t scrub). Get some garlic, squash it, and mix it in a cup of warm water. Dip a clean cotton ball in the mixture and apply gently on the affected part. Repeat this daily (morning and night) until result is achieved.

However, do take note that there are a few people who are allergic to garlic. Symptoms of garlic allergy include skin rash, temperature and headaches. So, if you want to try using garlic remedies, make sure you are not allergic to it. Or if you don�t want the smell of the garlic penetrating your nostril, try other home remedies below.

Remedy 2

Combine 1 tsp. of cinnamon powder and 1 tsp of lemon juice. Apply it to the affected area.

Remedy 3

Combine cinnamon powder with honey and form it into paste. Right before sleeping, apply the mixture to your face and wash it the next morning. Do this every night for about 2 weeks and you will no longer worry about pimples.

Remedy 4

Mixing grind nutmeg with milk will work to remove pimples instantly.

Remedy 5

Applying an orange peel paste on the area of your face with pimples is another effective way. The orange peel should become a paste by grinding it with little water.

Remedy 6

For additional protection from the formation of blackheads, combine 1 part fresh lime juice with 1 part groundnut oil. Apply the mixture to your face.

Remedy 7

Blend raw papaya fruit to create a juice. This includes the seed and the skin. Apply it on swelling pimples.

Remedy 8

Use boiled milk combined with fresh lime juice as facial wash for cracked skin, blackheads, and pimples.

Remedy 9

Combine 1 part of rose water to 1 part of lime juice and apply it in the pimples. Leave it for about 20-30 minutes. Wash it off with lukewarm water.

Remedy 10

Apply on the affected area for at least 1 hour the pulp of ripe tomatoes. Wash it off with water.

Remedy 11

Potatoes grated and applied on affected area can cure pimples. It is also effective on curing boils, whiteheads, blackheads, and other skin blemishes.

Remedy 12

A powdered pomgranate skin & roasted paste mixed with lime juice can treat pimples effectively. This mixture could also treat whiteheads, blackheads, and boils.

Remedy 13

Ground radish seeds formed into paste and mixed with water remove blackheads.

Remedy 14

Mix lime juice with ground drumstick pods and leaves. Apply it on the pimples.

Remedy 15

Mint juice when applied on every evening can treat pimples as well. It also effective in treating scabies, insect stings, skin infections, and eczema.

Remedy 16

Combine ground sesame seeds paste with water. Apply it on the affected area. It is also effective in treating skin rashes and allergies.

Remedy 17

To prevent pimples, apply on the face mixture of fresh fenugreek leaves and water. Wash it on the next day with warm water.

Remedy 18

Mix an equal amount of groundnut oil and fresh lime juice. Apply it on the affected area. Wash it off after about 10-15 minutes. It also prevents blackheads.

NOTE Users of this page should exercise all precautionary measures while following instructions on the tips/home remedies published in this page. Please do not use any of these tips/home remedies if you are allergic to the items used for the remedy. Readers assumes all risk when trying home remedies. Our beauty tips & articles provide general information and are not meant to replace a discussion with your medical/health professional.

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Are You Suffering From Stretch Marks?

You are not alone. Did you know that you can get stretch marks not just from pregnancy? The amazing thing about stretch marks is that they�re not really caused by the skin �stretching�. People associate stretch marks with weight gain or pregnancy and assume that stretch marks are caused by our skin stretching to fit around this new, larger body. The true cause of stretch marks is hormones. The reason why you get stretch marks is all those events have an effect on the hormones in our skin impacting the elastin proteins in our skin. For example pregnancy, birth control pills, rapid weight gain or loss, topical steroid creams and rapid growing.

People that are most susceptible to stretch marks are pregnant women, bodybuilders, and adolescents.  Both men and women can suffer from stretch marks as a result of rapid weight loss or gain or when your skin goes into a state of shock. During the times when women are pregnant, when guys are lifting weights, or growth during puberty, your skin expands when your body is expanding. These life changes are accompanied by a serious change in our hormones and a change in the metabolism in our skin.

Take bodybuilders (especially men) for an example, they are prone to stretch marks appearing on their upper arms and shoulder areas when large amount of muscle are built up quickly.

Stretch marks also may occur if a person uses steroid-containing skin creams or ointments (such as hydrocortisone) for more than a few weeks, or has to take high doses of oral corticosteroids for months or longer.

Pregnant women get stretch marks most often during the late stages of their pregnancy.  Over 75% of pregnant women get stretch marks on their abdomens.  Other common places where stretch marks occur are the breasts, thighs and buttocks.

Adolescents sometimes see the formation of stretch marks because of the tremendous amount of growth they experience during that period of time in their life.  Most often, the stretch marks that appear during the adolescent years fade over time and either disappear completely or are much less noticeable than stretch marks formed later in life. Many times, teen girls will get stretch marks on their breasts and hips during puberty. Unfortunately, puberty related stretch marks are difficult to control.

Dealing with stretch marks is not physically painful or bothersome however it can be emotionally trying. If you�re pregnant, chances are you are watching for a stretch mark to appear, doing everything you can in the meantime to prevent them.

Lotion & Oil

One of the oldest prevention solutions women uses for stretch marks is cocoa butter. By massaging cocoa butter into the abdomen area before stretch marks appear or even after they are present, the appearance of stretch marks may be diminished.  Some skin experts suggest rubbing Vitamin E oil on the area that is most prone to stretch marks after showering.

Diet

To prevent stretch marks in a natural way, you may want to look at your diet. Foods high in Vitamin A, E and C can be very beneficial to preventing stretch marks. These important vitamins can be taken from the food you eat or via a supplement. Foods high in Zinc and Silica can also be great for the skin and include beets, brown rice, bell peppers, soybeans, leafy green vegetables and whole grains.

Caution: Avoid taking too much of Vitamin A if you�re pregnant.

Foods rich with essential fatty acids (vegetables, vegetable oils and fish oils) are also helpful with the task of preventing the appearance of stretch marks. These foods help with skin elasticity and collagen growth when paired with a diet where the patient tries to avoid high sugary foods. Losing weight slowly while also participating in weight or strength training can be helpful when avoiding stretch marks as well.

Here are some things you can try to make stretch marks less noticeable:

• Some people find that sunless tanning treatments (both over-the-counter lotions and sprays and in-salon types of treatments) can help cover up stretch marks.
• You also can buy body makeup matched to the tone of your skin that can make stretch marks invisible. Although some manufacturers make these products water-resistant, this may not be the best solution if you�ll be spending a lot of time in the water.
• Many styles of swimsuits that also just happen to hide stretch marks. �Boy short� style work well for hiding stretch marks on the buttocks and upper thighs. And because many swimmers prefer high-neck bathing suits, which can hide stretch marks in the chest area, there are usually lots of styles to choose from.

But the fact that stretch marks usually fade and become less noticeable over time, hope this can be little consolation if you plan to spend most of your summer in a swimsuit.

Oh Mama! I�m having back pain

Almost everyone suffers from back pain at some point in his or her life. Unless if you have a major injury or disc problem, your doctor may not be able to do much for you other than prescribe some pain medication and advise you to rest. Otherwise, simple back pain treatments or some home remedies can get you back in the swing of things in just a few days.

What You Need To Know

Understanding the muscle balance.

Our muscles work in groups and they work in balance with each other. When one group is overworked, another group is underworked. As a result, one set of muscles becomes tight. Simultaneously, its opposing muscles become weak. Therefore, when there is imbalance like this, we feel tension, and then pain, which lead to possible injuries.

The muscles of the upper back coordinate with the muscles in the upper front of the body. If the arms, chest, and front shoulder are working too hard, you will feel a strain in the upper back. It is only natural that the front muscles work hard because our eyes lead them. And our eyes are on the fronts of our bodies.

The muscle relationships in the upper body are often misunderstood. Most of the time, we neglect the overworked muscles. We focus only on the muscles that feel sore or tight. We relieve immediate pain, but we ignore the other muscle groups causing the imbalance.  The muscles in the upper back are especially vulnerable to weakness. If you want to effectively treat tension and pain in the upper backs muscles, you must understand the strong-weak patterns that develop throughout the upper body. When we strengthen weak muscles in back, and ease tight muscles in front, then we can reverse muscle imbalance and relieve pain.

Home Remedy Treatments for Back Pain

The following home remedies are appropriate for anyone who is suffering from back pain due to tight, aching muscles or a strain.

Bed Rest � Not the best solution

Conventional wisdom once held that several days or even weeks in bed were the best cure for a sore back. However, a growing number of doctors today encourage patients to get up and around as soon as possible and to avoid bed rest entirely if possible. That�s because mounting research shows that lying down for an extended period not only fails to speed up relief of low back pain but may make it even worse. If you feel you must rest your aching back, the best position is lying flat on your back with two pillows underneath your knees. Never lie face down, since this position forces you to twist your head to breathe and may cause neck pain. Make an effort to get up and move around, slowly and gently, as soon as possible. Any more than three days of bed rest could weaken the muscles and make them more prone to strain.

Ice, Ice, baby

Applying an ice pack to the painful area within 24 hours of an injury can help keep inflammation to a minimum and ease discomfort by decreasing the ability of nerves to send pain signals to the brain. Place ice cubes in a plastic bag, then apply the bag on top of a thin towel that has been placed on the skin. Leave the ice pack on for 20 minutes, take it off for 30 minutes, and then replace it for another 20 minutes.

Take a hot bath.

If more than 24 hours have passed since the injury occurred, ice will not help reduce pain or inflammation. After that first day, heat can be used to help blood flow to the muscle. This will help rebuilding take place and provide some soothing relief. Heat may help increase the elasticity of the muscles somewhat, so try soaking in a tub of hot water for 20 minutes or more.

CAUTION: Pregnant women, however, should not sit in a hot bath or hot tub for too long, since raising the body temperature over 100 degrees Fahrenheit for long periods may cause birth defects or miscarriage. If you are pregnant, contact your doctor for advice before trying a hot soak.

Invest in a new mattress.

A soft, sagging mattress may contribute to the development of back problems or worsen an existing problem. If a new mattress is not in your budget, however, a three-quarter-inch-thick piece of plywood placed between the mattress and box spring may help somewhat. It�s not clear whether water beds offer any relief for back pain.

Get some sleep.

Rest- This is the very best thing you can do for soreness. Try not to use the muscle in a strenuous fashion for 24-48 hours after exercise, especially if the soreness is due to a weight lifting routine. Getting sufficient rest at night is important when your back muscles are strained. It�s best to lie on your side, with the knees flexed and a pillow between them. If you lie on your back, place a pillow under your knees.

Get a massage.

If you�re lucky enough to have an accommodating spouse, friend, or roommate, ask him or her to give you a rubdown. As you lie face down on a bed or sofa, ask your masseuse to knead your back muscles. Local massage therapists may also make house calls if you don�t feel able to visit one of them.

Relax.

Much back pain is the result of muscles made tight by emotional tension. Learn and practice a relaxation technique, such as meditation, or try a deep-breathing exercise, such as closing your eyes, breathing slowly and deeply, and counting backward from 100.

Take two aspirin.

Taking an over-the-counter analgesic such as aspirin, acetaminophen, or ibuprofen may help relieve your pain. However, be aware that not all medications (not even non-prescription ones) are for everyone. Pregnant women, for example, should not take any medication without first checking with their doctor. And people with ulcers should stay away from analgesics containing aspirin. Don�t take any medicine for a bad back without first learning about its potential side effects and talking to your doctor.

Extra Tips

Stretching � This will also help to get the lactic acid out of your muscles. Waiting a few hours after a strenuous workout before stretching is not the best. Stretch after activity that caused the soreness to prevent becoming stiff.

Proper diet � If your muscles are sore from intense activities such as weightlifting, your muscles are rebuilding themselves and need lots of protein. Aim to take in 1 gram of protein per day for every pound of lean body mass you have.

For example, a 160lb. man at 20% body fat would want to take in approximately 130 grams of protein per day. This will speed up recovery times considerably, as well as prevent muscle loss from poor nutrition. An excellent source of protein would be chocolate milk, which can revitalize your body faster than most energy drinks after a long workout. It also provides sugar for your body which normal milk does not. No � milk contains plenty of sugar. Lactose is sugar, and your body readily uses it,unless you are lactose intolerant.

Sour cherry juice � Sour cherry juice can also help your muscles feel better. Sour cherry juice is filled with antioxidants to help your working muscles during or after physical exercise. Sour cherry juice can be found at most health food stores.
Baking Soda � Adding baking soda (bicarbonate of soda) to your bathwater is a home remedy that is very effective. Add 2-4 heaped tablespoons of soda to a full bathtub and stir a little to dissolve. Enjoy your bath. You should feel some relief immediately after you finish your bath.
Hot & Cold Showers � Martial artists believe that taking a shower with cold water for a few minutes, then with hot water for a few minutes, then finish with a cold shower again relieves sore muscles.

If you do end up getting stiff from working out or some other physical activity where you have forgotten to stretch afterwards, massaging the stiff area will relieve you from the pain for a while. Then stretch and find another place of the muscle it hurts and massage there until the pain goes away.

Did You Know?

A massage, performed by a loved one, helps relieve back pain effectively.

Treating back pain is not all hot baths and massages. The best is to look at solutions and ways that can help you prevent back pain before it starts.