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Acne on the nose

 
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Last reviewed: 17.10.2021
 
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One of the most common reasons for acne on the nose is a hormonal failure in the body. In most cases, this occurs during adolescence, as well as during the premenstrual period and during menstruation in females. Problems in the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract can also provoke the appearance of such troubles as acne on the nose.

If the pimples on the nose are located at the very tip, this can mean that there are problems in the work of the cardiovascular system. If the pimples on the nose are located on the bridge of the nose, there may be a malfunction in the liver, resulting in insufficient blood purification.

If the pores on the nose are clogged with excess sebum, dead cells of the skin, as well as particles of dust and dirt, this leads to the formation of comedones, the so-called black dots. This can be due to improper skin care, lack of hygiene. To cleanse the skin it is recommended to use special lotions, and also twice a week to do face peeling with masks and scrubs. For these procedures, you can use Clean & Clear; Pure Control, Vichy, Johnson & Johnson ;, Nivea et al., Decoctions for cleansing and wiping the skin based on chamomile, calendula, alternatives, as well as hydrogen peroxide, levomycitin, tar soap, salicylic acid, zinc ointment. After carrying out the cleansing procedures, moisten the face and nose with liquid glycerin with a little lemon juice. Extrude acne on the nose, as in any other place, is strictly prohibited, since this has only a negative effect.

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  • mechanical cleaning of face and nose skin. Such cleaning is carried out by the doctor-cosmetologist, carefully removing all acne on the nose with the help of a special cleansing strainer with the use of exfoliating masks. It should be noted that this method is not perfect enough, because after it, scars can remain on the skin.
  • hardware purification affects problem areas and acne on the nose with ultrasound, galvanic current or vacuum;
  • Laser therapy is a very effective and painless way to get rid of acne on the nose. Thanks to this method, the natural fat balance of the skin is normalized, the bacteria are destroyed and the occurrence of such unpleasant consequences as scars and scars is prevented;
  • the phototherapy method allows you to warm up the skin to the required depth, which causes the death of bacteria and cleanses the sebaceous glands;
  • Mesotherapy improves metabolism and accelerates the process of tissue regeneration, and also eliminates excessive fat content of the skin. This procedure is carried out by introducing small doses of medications directly into the pimples on the nose.
  • cryotherapy - stamping and local freezing of inflammatory infiltrates with liquid nitrogen.
  • ultrasound treatment allows you to deeply cleanse the skin from various kinds of contaminants that cause acne on the nose. This method is quite effective and painless, does not cause redness and local swelling of the damaged skin, tones up the muscles and promotes skin rejuvenation.

Alternative treatment for acne on the nose

As alternative methods of treating acne on the nose, you can use a variety of herbal decoctions, which can easily be found in any pharmacy. For the preparation of herbal lotion, you can use, for example, calendula. The recipe for calendula lotion is simple enough: for 2 tablespoons of marigold flowers, take a quarter cup of 40% alcohol and add a little water (about a fifth of the glass). Infuse the resulting mixture in a warm place, then add 4-5 grams of 5% boric acid solution (per alcohol), mix thoroughly and discard the liquid, then add a few drops of glycerin. Use the prepared infusion can be three to four times a day, applying to problem areas with a cotton swab. After use, cover the lotion tightly and store until next use in a cool and dark place. To prepare the lotion at home, you can also use celandine, chamomile, aloe, birch buds, etc.

Acne on the nose, not associated with hormonal changes, may indicate any internal diseases. Therefore, to diagnose the causes of acne and prevent their occurrence in the future, first of all it is necessary to visit a gastroenterologist and endocrinologist, women also need to consult a gynecologist. It is also necessary to conduct a general analysis of blood and urine, a blood test for hormones, a stool test for the detection of intestinal dysbiosis, an ultrasound examination of pelvic organs and the abdominal cavity. To prevent the appearance of acne on the nose, eat properly, observe the daily hygiene of the skin of the face and body, lead a healthy lifestyle.

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