- It is a group of skin rashes
- Acne Vulgaris, popularly called pimples, affects face
- Caused by blocked hair follicles
- Commonly affects the young
- Increase in sex hormones during puberty
- Oil glands of skin produce more secretions
- Dead cells and secretions block hair follicles causing infections
- Infected follicles gets inflamed leading to acne
- Hormonal changes during menses.
- Squeezing of pimples
- Pollution and high humidity
- Oily diet

- Chocolates, junk food, dirty skin, and stress cause acne

- No scientific backing for these myths
Treatment
- Consult a skin specialist or dermatologist
- Common medications include -
a. Benzoyl peroxide
b. Resorcinol
c. Salicylic acid
d. Sulfur drugs
- Clean skin with mild Cleanser

- Avoid squeezing of pimples
- Avoid sunburn
- Use oil-free cosmetics
- Avoid fizzy drinks
- Eat a balanced diet
- Drink plenty of fluids
Comments
Well, finding the cure to acne can be hard, but I'm not so sure if toothpaste will help.
You can apply tooth paste on acne affected area for 2 hours and then wash the area thoroughly.