Acne & Pimples

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Acne & Pimples

Breakouts, blackheads and the marks they leave

Acne is not about dirty skin. Pimples form when extra oil, dead skin and bacteria clog a pore and it becomes inflamed, often pushed along by hormones, stress and heavy products. Harsh scrubbing and switching products every week usually make it worse. What helps is a gentle, steady routine that keeps pores clear, calms redness and protects skin while it heals.

Our pick for you: Rupanjali Noori Cream – Anti-Acne & Blemish Face Cream, 20g

Your Rupanjali routine

What is acne?

Acne is a common skin condition where pores get blocked with oil and dead skin and then become inflamed. It shows up as whiteheads, blackheads, red pimples and sometimes deeper, painful bumps, most often on the face, chest and back. It peaks in the teenage years, but many women get breakouts well into their 30s, often linked to hormones.

Types of pimples

  • Whiteheads and blackheads: small clogged pores. Gentle cleansing and a weekly clay mask help.
  • Red pimples and pus-filled pimples: inflamed pores. Treat them gently and keep your hands off.
  • Deep, painful lumps (nodules and cysts): these can scar, so please see a dermatologist.

What causes pimples on the face?

  • Hormonal changes around periods, PCOS or stress
  • Heavy, oily creams and makeup left on overnight
  • Touching or picking your face, dirty phone screens and pillow covers
  • Over-washing and harsh scrubs that damage the skin barrier

The Rupanjali approach

Noori Cream combines Ayurvedic neem with tea tree oil, niacinamide and glycolic acid for acne, pimples and the dark marks they leave. The Pro Skin Face Serum is a lightweight Ayurvedic serum made for pimple-prone skin. Neem Lemon Soap, with neem, lemon peel and tulsi, cleanses and controls excess oil, and the Clay Face Mask lifts away impurities and oil from the surface.

A simple daily routine

  1. Morning: wash with Neem Lemon Soap, apply 1 to 2 pumps of Pro Skin Face Serum, then sunscreen.
  2. Night: cleanse, then use Noori Cream as directed on the pack. It contains glycolic acid, so sunscreen the next morning is a must.
  3. Once or twice a week: Clay Face Mask after cleansing.

Habits that help

  • Change your pillow cover twice a week
  • Drink enough water and cut down on very sugary and fried food
  • Give a routine 6 to 8 weeks before changing it

Frequently asked questions

Why do I keep getting pimples on my face?
Pimples form when excess oil and dead skin block a pore and bacteria inflame it. Hormonal changes, stress, poor sleep, heavy creams, touching your face and sleeping in makeup all keep the cycle going. A gentle, consistent routine works far better than switching products every week.
How long does acne care take to show results?
Give any routine 6 to 8 weeks. Skin renews itself roughly once a month, so the first weeks deal with breakouts that were already forming under the surface. Stay consistent and avoid adding many new products at once.
Should I pop or squeeze my pimples?
No. Squeezing pushes bacteria deeper, increases swelling and often leaves a dark mark or scar that lasts much longer than the pimple itself. Apply a spot treatment and let it settle on its own.
Do I need a moisturiser if my skin is oily and acne-prone?
Yes. Skipping moisturiser can make skin produce even more oil. Choose a light, non-greasy formula and use it after cleansing, morning and night.
When should I see a dermatologist for acne?
If you have painful lumps under the skin, acne that leaves scars, or breakouts that do not improve after 2 to 3 months of consistent care, please see a dermatologist.
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