Acne -

Acne is a highly prevalent skin disorder, impacting nearly 85% of people at some point. While acne is common in teens, it often appears in adults as well. Dermatology experts describe acne as a chronic inflammatory disease of the hair follicle and sebaceous (oil) glands, triggered by excess oil, clogged pores, bacteria, and hormonal changes.

Main Causes of Acne

Top dermatologists confirm four primary causes of acne:

1. Excess Oil (Sebum) Production

Driven by androgens and hormone surges, leading to blocked pores.

2. Clogged Pores (Follicular Hyperkeratinization)

Dead skin cells fail to shed, causing pore blockage.

3. Bacterial Overgrowth (Cutibacterium acnes)

Bacteria multiply in clogged pores causing inflammation.

4. Hormonal Fluctuations

Acne flares during puberty, menstrual cycles, pregnancy, PCOS, stress (cortisol spike).

Other Triggers:

Oily cosmetics and heavy sunscreens
Diet high in sugar, dairy, high-GI foods
Sweating and friction (helmets, masks, caps)

Symptoms of Acne

Acne symptoms can vary from mild to severe:

Blackheads (open comedones)
Whiteheads (closed comedones)
Red, tender bumps
Pus-filled pimples
Painful nodules
Deep cysts (possible scarring)

Types of Acne (According to International Dermatology Standards)

1. Comedonal Acne

Milder form: Blackheads (open) & Whiteheads (closed)
Common in teens, adults with oily skin, heavy cosmetic use

2. Papular Acne

Small, red, inflamed bumps—no pus
Result from inflammation around clogged pores

3. Pustular Acne

Red bumps with white/yellow pus center
Indicates active bacterial infection

4. Nodular Acne

Deep, hard, painful lumps under skin
Lasting weeks–months; high risk of scarring

5. Cystic Acne

Most severe & painful; soft, pus-filled deep lesions
Risk of permanent scars if not treated

6. Acne Conglobata

Severe, chronic type: interconnected nodules, cysts, ulcer-like lesions
More common on back, chest, and arms

Special Dermatology Categories of Acne

Hormonal Acne: Jawline breakouts, adult acne, linked to hormonal changes (menstruation, PCOS, thyroid)
Acne Mechanica: Triggered by friction/pressure (helmets, masks, gym equipment)
Cosmetic Acne (Acne Cosmetica): Caused by makeup, sunscreens, oils, comedogenic products
Fungal Acne (Malassezia Folliculitis): Resembles acne but caused by yeast (chest, back, shoulders)

Homeopathic Approach to Acne (Dr. Rajashekar’s Insights)

At Surecare Homeopathy:

Focus is on root causes (hormonal imbalance, stress, body heat, gut health, PCOS)
Goals: regulate hormones, reduce inflammation, heal acne without scars, prevent recurrence, improve skin-gut immunity

Personalized treatments based on:

Type and severity of acne
Triggers and lifestyle
Emotional patterns and hormonal status

Topical homeopathic or “natural” creams can support skin health, but effective homeopathic treatment relies on internal remedies for deep, whole-body healing.

Website: https://surecareproducts.com/

Tips for Safe Use of Homeopathic Acne Creams

Patch Test: Test on a small skin area for 24 hours.
Apply on Clean Skin after washing and drying.
Consistency: Use as instructed (usually 1–3x/day).
Combine with Internal Remedies for best results.
Patience: Natural treatments may take weeks to show effect.
Monitor Skin: Stop or reduce if dryness/irritation appears.

Pros: Gentle on most skin, may reduce pimples and pigmentation

Limitations: Not for severe/cystic acne, slower results, varies between people

Practitioner Recommendations

As a homeopathic doctor:

Use creams with internal remedies for holistic acne management.
Support the body’s internal balance (diet, stress, sleep, gut health) for optimal homeopathic results.

Lifestyle & Skin Care Tips for Acne Prevention

Use non-comedogenic products
Avoid washing too often
Never pick or squeeze pimples
Use gel-based moisturizers
Change pillow covers regularly
Reduce sugar, dairy, fried foods
Practice stress management (yoga, meditation)