Technically any mark or stain in a person's skin can be deemed to be a blemish and in some cases blemishes can cover the entire spectrum from diaper rash to moles as blemishes. However most blemishes are linked to acne and skin marks due to it. Even pimples, blackheads and whiteheads can be called blemishes, as any temporary rash can also be called a blemish. So there is no clear definition to what do some people term as a blemish and if a blemish is a permanent skin condition like a scar or a temporary skin condition like a rash. Blemishes can be formed due to a number of reasons like being genetic, or being picked up from the environment or by personal contact with another person or using the wrong fragrance or detergent. Some blemishes are formed due to acne which is the skin pores being clogged. Other blemishes are caused due to an allergy and a person can get a blemish by using the wrong toiletries or cosmetics. From cosmetics; creams, moisturizers and foundations are the main cause of blemishes. Pollution can also cause blemishes and irritants such as clothes and fumes can also cause blemishes. Certain people are more prone to blemishes then are others and this is due to their skin type. Hormonal activity during menstruation and pregnancy in women can also cause blemishes to occur on their skin.

There are so many types of skin blemishes that one cannot describe each and every one of them nor give broad remedies for blemishes. Facial blemishes are the type of blemishes that can cause the most distress because they are visible. There are a number of over the counter blemish removers available; in fact the market is bursting at the seams with blemish removers, treatment and concealers. There are simple home treatments also available for removing blemishes like for people with blotchy skin using cider vinegar with water and rinsing with it is helpful. Similarly honey has been found useful for clearing up certain types of blemishes. Lemon juice can be used to bleach spots and vitamin E is useful for acne.

Over the counter acne blemish treatments that one can use are those that have one of these as an active ingredient; benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, sulfur and alcohol or acetones. Acne blemishes can be very distressful and most people who have acne blemishes especially on the face want to be rid of them. There are many medications and products for acne blemishes and if one has got an acne problem one would be seeing a dermatologist and the dermatologist would definitely suggest the best acne blemish treatment after examining the extent and type of acne that one has. Acne blemish laser treatment is used in case the acne blemishes are severe and there are options for removing acne blemishes using laser treatment. One can also try an acne blemish home remedy and they can be quite successful as acne is a very old skin ailment and several home remedies have been used to clear and heal the skin from acne.

For removing blemishes there are a number of over the counter products available but what one needs to know is what is the cause of the blemish and then decide how one wants to remove or conceal the blemish and then go about it. There is no harm done in getting professional help in removing blemishes and talking to a dermatologist will help a person in making the correct choice of how to remove a blemish.

People feel embarrassed of facial blemishes and want to get rid of these blemishes as it spoils their looks. People will go through a lot of trouble to rid themselves of blemishes. Determining the type and cause of the blemish is the first step one must take before contemplating getting the blemish removed.