Only 20 percent of schoolchildren can boast of healthy facial skin, the remaining 80 are forced to hide their hated acne behind long bangs and under a thick layer of foundation. How to get rid of acne? Let's talk to an expert.
Alim Khakuashev
Alim Khakuashev Dermatologist, cosmetologist, trichologist at the clinic for children and adolescents “SM-Doctor”
With the onset of adolescence, hormonal changes in the body begin. Testosterone is to blame for everything, the level of which affects the function of the sebaceous glands. During puberty, their function increases, resulting in acne. If a bacterial infection occurs, pustules will develop.
At 13-14 years old, black spots and red inflammation on the forehead and cheeks become the number one problem. The child looks at himself in the mirror with horror. No amount of persuasion and examples from stars (Cameron Diaz, Victoria Beckham, Rihanna) whose skin is far from ideal helps.
“Acne means endless ridicule from classmates,” says the mother of a 15-year-old son. — Clean facial skin helps you become more confident and overcome complexes. Unfortunately, there is no such miracle remedy that will get rid of acne once and for all. And dragging a teenager to a cosmetologist is also not easy. I really don’t know what to do.”
Mothers of girls on various forums also constantly discuss such topics. “How to cure these teenage acne? - asks Svetlana, mother of a 12-year-old daughter. — We already had ointments, tinctures, lotions, etc. in our arsenal. So far nothing has helped overcome this trouble. Grandmothers believe that in a couple of years everything will go away on its own, but I’m not sure.”
The cosmetologist warns that acne will not disappear on its own: “If you have facial skin imperfections, you need to contact a specialist as early as possible so as not to start the problem and take the necessary measures in a timely manner. Often, children and adolescents are embarrassed to see a doctor themselves or, due to their age, inadequately assess the severity of the disease. Therefore, parents should carefully monitor the condition of the child’s facial skin and, if necessary, immediately sound the alarm.”
What should you not do if you have an inflamed pimple on your nose*?
If you have inflammatory acne* on the nose and other areas of the face and body, it is strictly forbidden to perform the following actions106:
- Squeeze out rashes. Self-opening of acne* leads to the active spread of infection, a sharp increase in inflammatory rashes, damage to blood vessels, and tissue scarring.
- Washing your face too often. Many people mistakenly assume that frequent washing will help get rid of acne quickly. In fact, such manipulations destroy the natural protective barrier of the skin, lead to pathological activity of the sebaceous glands, and an exponential increase in the number of acne. Two washes a day are enough.
- Use alcohol lotions. Despite the great temptation to dry out a red pimple under your nose with alcohol-containing products, it is better to abandon this idea. Dry skin, chemical burns, pathogenic activity of the sebaceous glands, intensive development of inflammation - these are only a small part of the troubles that result from the frequent use of alcohol products for acne.
- Mask pimples on the nose. Regular use of foundation and powder to cover acne can lead to an increase in the number of breakouts. Makeup is not a contraindication for acne, but frequent use of thick cosmetics can lead to clogged pores.
Pay attention to the products for acne on the nose “PROPELLER”
The unique formula of Propeller anti-acne products helps to have a comprehensive effect on the skin of the nose, eliminate excess fat and open pores.
In the production of cosmetics, only high-quality and absolutely safe raw materials are used. Propeller products act comprehensively: from eliminating redness to normalizing the functioning of the exocrine glands, which prevents the appearance of new acne on the nose.
Unlike medications, these cosmetics do not contain antibiotics or hormones. And its effectiveness has been proven by reputable research. Positive reviews from consumers of the products confirm the data of scientists.
Using Propeller, a remedy for acne on the nose, you will not only improve your appearance, but also increase your self-esteem and get rid of your complexes!
What procedures cannot be performed at home if you have acne* on your nose?
Steaming, scrubbing, and mechanical cleaning are the most common and quite dangerous scheme for fighting acne at home. If there are foci of inflammation on the skin, such manipulations only aggravate the situation. And here's why106:
- Local heating promotes the active proliferation of bacteria, causes pathogenic activity of the sebaceous glands, which in turn leads to an expansion of the acne area and causes additional inflammation.
- Using a scrub in the presence of foci of inflammation will only aggravate the problem and expand the affected area. Abrasive particles injure the skin. Scrubbing can only be done when acne is in remission.
- Home manual cleansing is a taboo for acne-affected skin. This procedure can be performed only in the absence of inflammatory elements and preferably in a cosmetologist’s office. Independent attempts to carry out deep cleaning can aggravate the problem, lead to the formation of large pores, the appearance of scars and age spots (post-acne).
It is better to consult a dermatologist or cosmetologist about home treatments. The specialist will prescribe the necessary course of treatment and help you choose the right cosmetics to care for problem skin.
Acne classification
When classified by age group, there are mainly two types of acne:
- In newborns and young children. The belief that acne only affects teenagers and adults is wrong. Infants, children of preschool and early school age, although not often, also suffer from acne. Newborns face this problem because their mothers transfer hormones to them shortly before birth. Acne also occurs when the stress of childbirth causes the baby's body to release these hormones.
- Teenagers and adults. Acne affects 80% of people aged 11 to 30 years. Usually occur during pubertal changes in hormonal levels. Increased production of sex hormones during puberty makes the sebaceous glands more active.
Table - Classification of childhood acne by age
| Form | Child's age |
| Neonatal | from birth to 6 weeks |
| Infantile (early childhood) | from 6 weeks to 12 months |
| Middle childhood | from one to 7 years |
| Pre-adolescent | from 7 to 12 years (for girls before menarche) |
Neonatal acne develops during a period of hormonal changes. In all forms of acne, additional provoking exogenous factors play a significant role.
What does modern cosmetology offer?
Professional cosmetology offers a number of procedures that help improve the condition of acne skin56,13:
- Darsonvalization. The procedure is based on the effect of high-frequency currents of low strength on the skin. It has an antibacterial and soothing effect, reduces the appearance of acne.
- Facial cleansing (mechanical, atraumatic, vacuum, ultrasonic). Contact or non-contact skin cleansing helps remove impurities and toxins from pores, normalizes metabolic processes and blood supply to cells, and reduces the appearance of acne. The choice of a specific technology usually depends on the complexity of the disease. The procedure is not performed if there is inflammation.
- Cryotherapy. The essence of the procedure is to treat the skin with liquid nitrogen, which has a pronounced bactericidal effect. It dries the skin, suppresses pathogenic microflora, and relieves inflammation.
- Ozone therapy. The procedure is based on the subcutaneous injection of an ozone mixture into the affected areas of the skin. It helps destroy pathogenic microflora, stimulates the production of elastin and collagen, improves blood microcirculation, and activates metabolic processes in cells.
- Mesotherapy. The procedure involves the subcutaneous administration of “meso-cocktails”, which contain amino acids, minerals, antibiotics, and vitamins (the composition is selected individually by the doctor). It normalizes sebum secretion, tightens pores, and improves the overall condition of the skin.
- Plasma therapy. Subcutaneous injection of platelet-rich plasma into problem areas. According to reviews from professional cosmetologists and dermatologists, this procedure helps reduce the intensity of the inflammatory process, cell regeneration, and reduce the manifestations of post-acne.
All cosmetic procedures are permissible only in the absence of inflammation on the skin. Otherwise, even the safest ways to combat acne can greatly aggravate the problem.
Symptoms of acne in children
Pimples appear on any part of the body. However, most often they appear in places where there is a high concentration of sebaceous glands.
The most commonly affected areas in children with acne include:
- Ears. Acne in a child's ears is localized behind the auricle, along the edge and on the lobe, closer to the temporal region at the upper base. Acne looks like blackheads or inflamed papules.
- Face. Acne on the face of a child is characterized by a few individual closed or open comedones. Closed ones are represented by yellowish or pearly-white papules, the size of which varies from 1 to 2 mm. Over time, they turn into open comedones, which look like blackheads.
- Nose. Acne on a child's nose appears as isolated pustules or papules - surrounded by a pink rim. Characterized by rapid (1-2 weeks) spontaneous resolution.
Also, acne in children can be localized on the chest, upper back and neck. After acne disappears, there are usually no traces left on the skin. The situation is complicated by infection - signs of inflammation appear (swelling, redness along the periphery). The elements transform into pustules with purulent discharge, which is yellow in color. In this case, it is quite difficult to avoid marks on the skin.
Preventing acne
Instead of paying attention to the treatment and removal of acne on the nose, you should devote time to caring for your facial skin. Basic personal hygiene reduces the likelihood of acne significantly. To do this, it is enough to limit yourself from touching your face in public places, because there are a lot of germs that you will rub into your facial skin.
Girls should go to bed without makeup and wash off all daytime makeup before going to bed. You should also avoid sharing towels both at home and at work. It's good to have a separate small towel dedicated just to your face. Once a week it should be changed and washed thoroughly.
Pay attention to your skin type. The story here is the same as with hair - each hair type is better suited to a certain shampoo. If your facial skin is very dry, you should use a moisturizer or lotion.
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There is no need to try to squeeze out pimples on your own. This can cause damage to the surrounding tissues, which can become infected, which will only intensify the purulent reaction.
It is worth walking more in the fresh air and monitoring your sleep. This is a general lifestyle category that includes both nutrition and hygiene.
Causes of boils in adults
The main cause of the disease is the activation of staphylococci and streptococci. These same pathogens cause tonsillitis, chronic tonsillitis and sinusitis. In most adults, these microorganisms are constantly present on the mucous membranes, but diseases do not always develop. For inflammation to occur, predisposing factors must occur:
- injuries and mechanical damage to the nasal cavity, including pulling out hairs from the nasal passages - infection can easily get into the wounds; This category also includes surgical reasons: rhinoplasty, installation of implants, etc.;
- a chronic source of infection in the body - chronic tonsillitis, chronic sinusitis, caries, etc.;
- purulent skin diseases of the nasal cavity;
- reduced immunity: the cause of the appearance of an abscess in adults can be simple hypothermia, lack of vitamins, stress, diabetes, HIV, oncology and other factors that “hit” the body’s own defenses;
- violation of basic hygiene rules (neglecting water procedures, constantly touching the face with dirty hands, squeezing pimples are common causes of chirp);
- unfavorable working conditions, work in hazardous industries with polluted air, constant contact with fuel oil and other fuels and lubricants;
- Hormonal imbalance is a common cause of ulcers in pregnant and adult women during menopause.
Treatment of an external abscess and treatment of a boil inside the nose will be most effective if its cause is correctly identified. Finding out the cause of the disease and prescribing a competent treatment regimen is the profile of an otorhinolaryngologist.
Symptoms of the disease
Regardless of the location, the formation of an abscess goes through the same stages, so the symptoms of a boil on the wing of the nose and the symptoms of an internal boil are the same.
The disease occurs in two stages. The first stage is the infiltration stage. It begins with inflammation of the hair follicle. The stage lasts a day or two. Clinically, this is manifested by the following symptoms: the appearance of a painful lump that turns red and swells. A black dot is visible in the center of the seal. The pain intensifies while talking or eating. Headaches, weakness, and elevated body temperature appear - these are symptoms of an ongoing inflammatory process.
The next stage, the abscess formation stage, takes from three to seven days. Its main symptom is a softening of the compaction and the appearance of a white-yellow tip on it, which is called the core of the boil. Relief occurs when the rod breaks through and the contents of the abscess come out. At this moment, the unpleasant and painful symptoms begin to subside, and the patient feels much better.
