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What is acne? Symptoms and causes

Posted on March 28, 2010 by admin

Acne vulgaris is an inflammatory disease of the skin, caused by changes in the pilosebaceous units (skin structures consisting of a hair follicle and its associated sebaceous gland). Acne lesions are commonly referred to as pimples, spots or zits. The … Continue reading →

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Understanding The Different Types Of Acne

Posted on March 7, 2010 by admin

Though all pimples form the same way, they often take on different shapes and characteristics, and react differently on different people.  Acne is formed when a hair follicle becomes clogged and what is called a comedo is formed.  As the … Continue reading →

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Treating Cystic Acne, Hard Skinned Pimples!

Posted on March 6, 2010 by admin

Referring to a hard personality, we say that “He is a thick-skinned fellow.” If you make this comment in a shop selling skin-care products, you are likely to catch the attention of the alert salesman: Please go to counter number…so … Continue reading →

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Acne and its treatment

Posted on January 15, 2010 by admin

Acne is a menace. However, it’s not something that cannot be tackled. There are loads of acne skin care products around. We can classify acne skin care products into 3 broad categories – * Preventive or general acne skin care … Continue reading →

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