What is acne?? Difference between acne and pimples!!

Sure, they’re small red bumps full of pus that show up ON YOUR FACE at the absolute worst times, but pimples are so much more than that. It all starts with something called the sebaceous gland. These guys live just below your skin inside the pores and are responsible for secreting an oily substance called sebum that helps protect the skin of all mammals. Sebum makes sure too much water doesn’t escape from your body and that too much doesn’t get in. It’s like a bouncer for your pores. But sometimes dead skin cells and hair can cause a blockage and the sebum becomes clogged. Then, a bacteria called propionibacterium acne gets trapped inside that clog and bam, inflammation, swelling and redness. Acne. This can lead to a number of different awful things: whiteheads, blackheads, pustules, pa pules...but it all starts with sebum. Welcome to Beauty Tips Box:



Getting acne even when not a teen!!

Are you out of your teens and still getting acne? Have no fear! It’s not as uncommon as you think. Did you know that as much as 55% of adults between 20-40 years old still have some form of acne? And you thought your high school days were long gone… While some people have embraced their pimply skin, others are scrambling for something to conceal their face. But what they don’t realize is that there are plenty of simple methods of defeating their acne. 


7 ways to get rid of acne that actually works!!

Unexpected acne is everyone's worst nightmare. Especially just before an event or a special occasion. Here are 7 ways to quickly cure an angry pimple to make sure your breakouts won't ruin your day! 


Start with half a tsp of turmeric powder which is known to kill bacteria and also aids in healing acne. Add in 1 tsp of cinnamon powder. It has antiseptic and antifungal properties and reaches deep into your pores to cleanse. 1/2 a tbsp of lemon contains ascorbic acid to naturally dry out the pimple. Mix this into a paste with 1 tbsp of honey to open up clogged pores and add hydration. Apply this on your face where you have pimples.


Melt 2 tbsp of coconut oil and add just 2-3 drops of tea tree oil. Tea tree oil can be harsh and drying on sensitive skin but when paired with nourishing coconut oil antifungal coconut oil it perfectly dries out pimples for a quick fix.


Green tea has the power to reduce the redness and puffiness of even the worst spot of acne Remove the tea leaves from a bag of green tea and moisten it with some hot water. When mixed with some cooling aloe vera gel this will calm down those bright red swollen pimples that even concealer can't cover-up. 


Garlic is pretty similar to ingredients like turmeric, cinnamon and tea tree oil. And is one of those amazing all-purpose cures. Mash 2 cloves into a paste and mix it with some rose water to protect your skin from over-drying. This mixture may not smell the greatest, but it will help heal your skin! 


We're sure your grandmom has told you about the superpowers of neem oil. And she isn't wrong. It soothes your skin while curing acne and helps in scar reduction too. Just mix some with a little bit of honey and dab it on the affected areas to let it work its magic.


Baking soda is a natural exfoliant that also neutralises the ph level of the skin to help depuff any swollen areas. Mix 1 tbsp of baking soda with enough water to make a paste and pack it on to the pimple. Just make sure not to rub it into your skin as the granules will end up causing more harm than good.  


Powder 1-2 tablets of aspirin This pain relief pill also contains salicylic acid which will dissolve all that gross gunk under your skin to cure your acne. Mix it with a splash of apple cider vinegar for an antibacterial boost and some honey for hydration. Combine the ingredients into a paste and allow it to sit on your skin overnight for a noticeable difference in the morning. 


Try out any of these life-saving recipes to see which gives your skin the best results for an acne-free face.