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All About Pimples: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment

February 22 2024 – Luise Berger

Almost everyone knows them, almost everyone has had them at some point: pimples. These small, often bothersome skin blemishes can occur at any age and are more than just a cosmetic issue. They can affect self-confidence and are sometimes even painful. But what exactly are pimples? Why do they occur, and more importantly, how can they be effectively treated or even prevented?

Was sind Pickel?


Pickel sind kleine, entzündete Erhebungen auf der Haut, die häufig mit Akne in Verbindung gebracht werden. Sie entstehen, wenn die Poren der Haut durch überschüssiges Öl, abgestorbene Hautzellen und manchmal Bakterien verstopft werden. Diese Verstopfungen führen zu einer Entzündung der Pore, was sich als rote, manchmal schmerzhafte Schwellung – eben als Pickel – zeigt. Pickel können in verschiedenen Formen auftreten und variieren in Größe, Farbe und Schweregrad.

Es gibt verschiedene Arten von Pickeln, die auf unterschiedliche Hautprobleme hinweisen können:

Mitesser (offene Komedonen): Diese entstehen, wenn eine Pore verstopft ist und sich an der Oberfläche der Haut öffnet. Durch die Oxidation des Talgs an der Luft verfärben sie sich schwarz.

Weiße Mitesser (geschlossene Komedonen): Hierbei bleibt die Pore geschlossen, was zu einer kleinen, festen, weißen Erhebung führt.

Papeln: Kleine, rote, entzündete Pickel ohne Eiter.

Pusteln: Ähnlich wie Papeln, aber mit Eiter an der Spitze.

Knoten: Große, feste, schmerzhafte Pickel, die tief in der Haut sitzen.

Zysten: Große, mit Eiter gefüllte Läsionen, die tief unter der Haut liegen und bei der Heilung oft Narben hinterlassen.

Jede dieser Pickelarten kann unterschiedliche Behandlungsansätze erfordern. Während einige mit topischen Behandlungen und Änderungen der Hautpflegeroutine behandelt werden können, benötigen andere möglicherweise eine intensivere medizinische Behandlung.

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Cause of pimples

Pimples occur when skin pores become blocked by excess oil, dead skin cells, or bacteria. This leads to inflammation, which manifests as pimples. The main causes of pimples are:

Overproduction of sebum: The skin's sebaceous glands produce natural oils that keep the skin supple, but overproduction can lead to clogged pores.

Accumulation of dead skin cells: If dead skin cells are not properly removed, they can build up in pores and clog them.

Bacteria: Certain types of bacteria that live on the skin can thrive in clogged pores and cause inflammation.

Inflammation: The body's reaction to blocked pores and bacteria leads to inflammation, which becomes visible as pimples.

Influence of hormones, diet and lifestyle:

In addition to the direct causes mentioned above, there are also factors that can influence the appearance of pimples:

Hormonal changes: Hormonal fluctuations, such as those caused during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy or by certain medications, can increase sebum production and thus promote the formation of pimples.

Nutrition: Certain foods, especially those with a high glycemic index or dairy products, can cause pimples in some people.

Lifestyle factors: Stress, lack of sleep and certain environmental factors can also increase the risk of pimples.

Understanding these causes is crucial to developing effective pimple prevention and treatment strategies. A holistic approach that considers skin care, diet, and lifestyle can help reduce the appearance of breakouts.

Prevention of pimples

Preventing breakouts is an important aspect of skin care and often requires a combination of targeted skin care techniques and lifestyle changes. Here are some effective tips and strategies that can help minimize the appearance of pimples:

1. Regular skin cleansing: One of the most important things you can do to prevent breakouts is to cleanse your skin regularly and thoroughly. This helps remove excess oil, dirt and dead skin cells that can clog pores. It's important to use a mild, non-comedogenic cleanser that won't irritate or dry out your skin.

2. Exfoliation: Gentle exfoliation can help remove dead skin cells and promote skin renewal. Products containing salicylic acid or alpha hydroxy acids are particularly effective, but should be used with caution so as not to over-irritate the skin.

3. Moisturizing: A balanced moisturizer is crucial to keep the skin barrier healthy. Oily skin also needs moisture, so a light, oil-free moisturizer should be used.

4. Sun protection: Regular sun protection is important to protect the skin from UV damage, which can worsen inflammation.

5. Nutrition and hydration: A balanced diet rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, as well as adequate hydration can support skin health. It may help to limit high glycemic index foods and dairy products if they promote breakouts.

6. Stress management: Since stress can affect hormonal balance and lead to breakouts, it's important to practice effective stress management techniques such as meditation, regular exercise, or getting enough sleep.

7. Avoiding Skin Irritation: Avoid rubbing or scratching your skin and choose skin care products and cosmetics that are non-comedogenic and do not irritate your skin.

By combining these skincare and lifestyle changes, you can reduce your risk of breakouts and contribute to healthier, clearer skin.

Recommended Skincare Routine for Pimples

A customized skincare routine is essential to combat pimples and blemishes. It not only helps to thoroughly cleanse the skin and remove impurities but also soothes and supports the skin's natural regenerative abilities. Our guide provides you with the necessary steps to effectively treat pimples and help your skin achieve a healthier, clearer appearance:

Thorough Cleansing: Start with meticulous cleansing to remove makeup, excess oil, and dirt. The Foam Intense by DOC.BERGER | EFFECT deeply cleanses the skin without drying it out or causing irritation.

Restoring the Skin's Environment: A balancing tonic like our Purifying Tonic soothes the skin, restores its pH balance, and prepares it for subsequent care.

Targeted Serums: Use specialized serums, such as the Purifying Power Serum and the Vit C + Biobotox Serum, which penetrate deeply into the skin and target problem areas.

Daytime Protection: A protective day cream like our Anti-Pollution Day Cream shields the skin from environmental influences and UV radiation.

The Power Ingredient Retinol: A key element in treating pimples is the Retinol Serum. It should be applied before night care, as it promotes cell renewal, combats unevenness and blemishes, reduces pigmentation spots and acne scars, and smooths fine lines.

Nighttime Regeneration: After the Retinol Serum, follow up with nighttime care using the Purifying Night Cream, which intensively regenerates and nourishes the skin.

Weekly Exfoliation Routine: The Bamboo Enzyme Powder Peeling helps to gently exfoliate the skin, removes dead skin cells, and promotes a smoother, clearer skin texture. It is particularly effective in reducing surface impurities and gives the skin a fresh, revitalized appearance. The Anti-Aging Fruit Acid 15% Peeling uses fruit acids to deeply renew and rejuvenate the skin. It helps to refine pores, improve skin texture, and accelerate skin regeneration, leading to a visibly rejuvenated and more even complexion.

By integrating these steps into your daily skincare routine, you can effectively combat pimples and achieve a noticeable improvement in your skin's appearance.

Conclusion

In summary, pimples are a common skin problem that affects people of all ages. Their occurrence can be attributed to a variety of factors, including hormonal fluctuations, diet, stress and genetic predisposition. Importantly, effective treatment and prevention of pimples requires a comprehensive skin care routine that is tailored to the specific needs of your skin. Using high-quality products such as those offered by DOC.BERGER | EFFECT can play a crucial role in this.

It's important to remember that skin care is individual and what works for one person may not necessarily work for another. Patience and consistency are keys to success, especially when it comes to treating skin problems like pimples. For more severe cases of acne, it is advisable to consult a dermatologist to receive treatment tailored to your needs.

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