Pimples are tiny skin lesions or inflammations of the skin. They are commonly caused by clogged or infected pores. They may appear as deeper lumps (cysts or nodules) on the face, neck, chest, back and sometimes shoulders.

Severe acne can affect many facets of a person's life, causing a great deal of embarrassment and stress. Some severe forms of acne like acne cysts may rupture and cause scars that can result in psychological effects on the sufferer. Having skin full of pimples and zits may significantly limit one's social life. Although acne is not considered to be a life threatening disorder, the psychological impact of acne can be quite profound as it affects the most visible parts of your body.

What causes Pimples and Acne

Our skin consists of millions of tiny pores. These pores are connected to oil glands. Once these oil glands are blocked by dirt or other issue, the oily matter, (called sedum) clogs our pores causing pimple outbreak. A major contributor to the outbreak of pimples is the elevation of hormones, usually occurring during puberty or menstrual cycles in women. This results in the hormone by-product called DHT. This hormone by-product overstimulates the oil gland resulting in clogging of the pores, which then results in acne production. To address and help treat this problem, there are creams and ointments available over the counter. These ointments can easily be applied topically to the blemish. However, if the condition seems to worsen, it is recommended that you see a dermatologist or skin expert immediately.

Diet for avoiding Pimples and Acne

You can even avoid pimples by consuming a balanced diet. Your diet plays an important role for getting a healthier skin.

1.    Drink at least 1.5 to 2 liters of water. This will help to detoxify your body and avoiding pimples

2.    Make fruits and vegetables an integral part of your diet. You can drink fruit juices. If you want to have glowing and red cheeks you can eat red fruits like apples, cherries and tomatoes.

3.    Have a glass of milk with a pinch of turmeric powder at least once a day.

Home Remedies to get rid of Pimples and Acne

1.    Combine 1 tsp. of cinnamon powder and 1 tsp of lemon juice. Apply it to the affected area.

2.    Combine cinnamon powder with honey and form it into paste. Right before sleeping, apply the mixture to your face and wash it the next morning. Do this every night for about 2 weeks and you will no longer worry about pimples.

3.    Mixing grind nutmeg with milk will work to remove pimples instantly.

4.    For additional protection from the formation of blackheads, combine 1 part fresh lime juice with 1 part groundnut oil. Apply the mixture to your face.

5.    Blend raw papaya fruit to create a juice. This includes the seed and the skin. Apply it on swelling pimples.

6.    Use boiled milk combined with fresh lime juice as facial wash for cracked skin, blackheads, and pimples.

7.    Combine 1 part of rose water to 1 part of lime juice and apply it in the pimples. Go away it for concerning 20-30 minutes. Wash it off with lukewarm water.

8.    Relate on the exaggerated area for at least 1 hour the pulp of ripe tomatoes. Wash it off with water.

9.    Potatoes grated and applied on affected area can cure pimples. It is also effective on curing boils, whiteheads, blackheads, and other skin blemishes.

10.    A powdered pomegranate skin & roasted paste mixed with lime juice can treat pimples effectively. This mixture could also treat whiteheads, blackheads, and boils.

11.    Ground radish seeds formed into paste and mixed with water remove blackheads.