PIMPLES AND BLACKHEADS.

New Zealand Times, Volume XXX, Issue 6678, 28 November 1908, Page 12

PIMPLES AND BLACKHEADS.

Blackheads are very tiresome and unsightly, and are the despair of many girls. Often they come through the system being in an anaemic condition, in which ca®e it is wise to consult a doctor or got a tonic, which is .sine to bo needed. Constipation, however, is usually the cause of the presence of these blackheads, and a mild aperient, such as a weal? .solution of Epsom suJlk, or a sedlilz powder, should be taken at intervals in the morning. The oid-l'n.shioiied spring medicine, sulphur and treacle, is also excellent for purifying tire blood, unci keeping the skin in good order. Removal of Blackheads: Authorities differ on the subject of removing blackheads, but all agree that the diet should be simple, jaul great care be taken of the digestive system. An application of a good coal tar soar) and Ivor water daily to tho face will often remove the blackheads, which can then be squeezed out with a watch key aud a low drons of eau do Cologne used on the spots. 'Night is the best time lor this performance, just before retiring. Steaming the* akin once a fortnight to soften tho blackheads is

another remedy advised, and the spots arc then squeezed out by the fingers. A. little dusting over the spots with boracic acid powder is advisable, and the face may be washed every day in this powder dissolved in hot water. Steaming the Face : An authority says : Steaming the face benefits acne and blackheads, no doubt, but its usefulness in other facial blemishes or in'improving the complexion is doubtful. Should steaming, however, entirely take the place of soap and water in any particular case then there could be no question as to the ultimate benefits to be derived, seeing that steam is absolutely tho purest form of water possible to obtain. The moist heat, too, causes a quicker circulation of blood in the part, the blood is brought more to the surface, and the processes of waste and repair continually going on' in tho lower layers of the cuticle are slightly stimulated. No .special apparatus or .steam-spray; however, is-necessary. A jug filled with boiling water will s do all that ia to be accomplished with the most expensive plated steam-spray. The head is enveloped in a large bath towel, and the steam arising from the hot water allowed to. play on the face for several minutes. Better, still is to flush the pores of the skin from within by means of the Turk-, Russian bath. 1

Another authority gives the following : —To remove blackheads, and also to soften the skin before applying cream and lotions, wring a soft linen towel out of moderately hot water—not hot enough, to'burn'the skin. Apply to the face, pressing it down into the curves of tho eye®, nose, and mouth. Repeat the process several times until the skin is soft and pink. Then dry, and rub in a little good cold cream. Should the pores of the skin become enlarged, sprinkle - a few drops of can de Cologne on a wet. rag, and nib gently over the affected part®. Eau de Cologne is an excellent tonic-and skin tightener. For pimples, or redness of the face, 1 especially apt to appear around the nose, the following lotion should be applied night and morning with a little cotton wool:—Native calominc, ,2 drachms; oxide of zinc, I drachm; glycerine, 1 drachm ; rose-water,. to 6oz. Shake tho bottle before using, dab over tho face, and allow to dry on the skin. Brush off any excess of powdery substance. same hygenic treatment, broadly speaking, .applies to pimples as to blackheads. What will often euro the one will cure tho other.