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Acne results in low self-esteem and demoralized living. In fact, the effect of ugly blotchy marks and oozing pimples is such that some people often feel dreaded to step out of their house.

Acne appears for the very first time during teens – one of the best times in life. During teens a person is at his best in every ways, except the appearance, which is so very important. Also this is the age when one is influenced by everything and everyone surrounding them. The thoughts, the opinions and everything else that ‘friends’ express is so very important then. You have also been through this I suppose as we all have.

Physical perfection has a great emphasis on our society. A slim body, a perfect skin and a glowing complexion are the 3 common agendas. This is always reflected in the way we treat ourselves, think about the person we are and the way we rate ourselves, even though subconsciously.

Developing acne at that stage in life can be a major setback for the confidence of a teen. It makes a person more preoccupied with the thoughts of acne, the shortcomings, the imperfections and the fact that he looks ugly with those blemishes. This builds up a feeling of shame, guilt and low self-esteem that compels the teen to withdraw himself from the world outside. He ends up hating to meet new friends and more so if the new entry is an opposite sex.

Acne is common in boys and girls alike. While some boys don’t really bother about it, girls simply cannot help but think about their acne all the time. In fact, some teens start behaving awkwardly, which makes their discomfort more evident in front of others. And, if by any chance any of the friends pass a remark, it would just act as fuel on fire.

Teens having acne have often shown certain characteristics of low self-esteem, such as:

Excessively concerned about their image

Withdrawing themselves from gatherings and parties

Blaming themselves for no reason at all

Mental and emotional confusion

Anxiety

Depression

Stress

Failing to take responsibilities

So, is there anything that can be done about the low self-esteem?

Well, yes! You just need to change the whole idea that you are looking ugly and you are a mismatch. That’s the first step. Acne is a skin problem that happens to most teens and to adults as well. So, what you need to do is seek some help from your friends and family.

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Low self esteem is often a problem with acne sufferers, especially those whose acne first appeared during their teen years. At this age, we are most influenced by our peers. Their opinions, and thoughts, tend to matter more, as it is with our friends (and ‘enemies’) that we begin to define a clearer sense of our own identity.

Our society places a great emphasis on ideals of physical perfection. This ideal demonstrates not only a slim figure, but perfect skin. It is only natural that this is reflected, even if subconsciously, in the way we think about ourselves, and the way we believe others measure us.

Having acne, particularly moderate to severe cases, can have an effect on our confidence, and self belief. We can become so preoccupied with our own acne, imperfections, or shortcomings (compared to this ideal), that we come to judge ourselves as something like second class. So when we meet people, when we encounter new situations, new environments, or members of the opposite sex, we may hold ourselves back. Our manner will reflect this lack of self belief. And if others pick up on this, in the non-verbal way we convey so much, and subconsciously react to it, it can seem like we were ‘right all along’ with regards any negative dialogue the mind throws at us.

Acne sufferers with low self esteem may have some of these characteristics:

overly concerned with the image that other people see of them
withdrawing from challenges
blaming everything on themselves
not willing to take on responsibilities
lack of confidence
emotional confusion
mental confusion
depression
anxiety

So, what can you do about low self esteem?

Central to the process, is changing the ideas, or filters, that we are viewing ourselves (and the world) with. But before you can change these, you have to become aware of them. So many of our thoughts and beliefs run on auto pilot. Something happens, and we react to it. The first thing we need to do is notice what situation, comment, or other catalyst, is causing us to react. Over time, a pattern will emerge.

Once we begin to be more self aware around this, we can start to take action when this program emerges. Instead of passively letting the negative self-talk continue, we can say to ourselves, ‘Okay, this may not actually be true, no matter what my emotions are telling me right now.’

Resisting the pull of our emotions, we can start to look at something, both in our lives or ourselves, that we feel gratitude for. It can be as simple as hearing a great song on the radio, or just enjoying the sun that day. The more we cultivate a sense of gratitude for what is in our life, and us, the more we can free ourselves from any ‘inner tyrants’ we may have. If we start to see beyond our skin, to the many good qualities and talents we have, we will no longer be defining ourselves by what we feel is a limitation, or fault.

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Acne is one of those frustrating skin ailments that can be painful, embarrassing, and just a nuisance to prevent and treat. The problem is that everyone’s dermal layers are different and react differently to various potions and skin regimens. That said, there are some that have been proven to be beneficial, and it may be worth your time to test each option and see what works best for you. Five popular acne cure treatment methods are outlined below to stave off and conquer those zits.

1. Always cleanse before bed.

This advice seems almost too simple, but think about the times that you’ve come home late from work or a party and just made the decision to fall into bed. Think about the day’s worth of dirt and make-up on your face. This will only help trap excess oil and bacteria on your skin, making it the perfect nest for acne. Even when you feel like being lazy, make your way to the sink and wash your face.

2. Pop the pimple when it’s asking for it.

This doesn’t mean digging into a fresh zit (or deep embedded cyst) and squeezing it relentlessly. Only opt for this method when the pimple has formed a formidable white surface that you can prick lightly with a sanitized needle. Sometime releasing the pressure and pus can help aid the overall healing process, but as with anything else, don’t overdo it or force it.

3. Salt water toner.

Some people cite that a beach vacation has often helped clear up their skin. Where’s the connection? It’s in the sea water that you’ve been splashing around in. Salt is anti-bacterial and will help heal your skin. At home, you can make a salty solution yourself and apply it as a daily toner to keep your skin clean and clear.

4. Aspirin mask.

You can take aspirin the regular way (in pill form with a glass of water) and it will help reduce the inflammation of your pimple, but you can also use it as a face mask. The beta hydroxy acids will help clear things right up. Crush the aspirin with some water to form a paste and smooth onto your face. Used a couple times a week, you should start to see a difference as a treatment and as a preventative measure.

5. Ice cubes.

Nothing is cheaper than frozen water out of your refrigerator. This is particularly effective when you cool down a pimple as soon as you feel it emerging. It will bring down swelling, reduce any redness, and as long as you keep doing this on a regular basis, it ought to reduce the severity of the acne, or might keep it from blooming altogether.

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