Acne Truths
We believe that acne is caused by body oils and dead skin blocking the skin’s pores. So, a lot of the things you may have come to believe about what causes acne is not true.
To start with, that means that eating greasy foods like pizza, bacon, French fries or potatoes chips will not affect your skin problems either way. Neither will consuming chocolate or drinking any kind of carbonated soda pop. Putting on make-up is also not likely going to mess with your skin, particularly if the make-up is the oil-free.
If your mom and/or dad had problems with acne as teens, you probably will as well. But, for most people, by the time they begin to grow into their twenties, it has already begun to disappear. There are some things that can be done to minimize an acne outbreak. Be sure to wash your face with warm water and a mild face soap once in the morning and again at night before bed. Don’t use a facecloth, as it could be too rough on your face and aggravate the already tender skin - use your hands instead.
Anything that you place on your face, including your makeup, sunscreen, or moisturizer needs to be oil free. Make sure you always take off all of your makeup prior to going to bed. When you exert yourself in any way and you are sweating as a result, make sure your cleans your face.
Keep your hair away from you face. Your hair has its own oils and you don’t want them getting onto your face. Make sure you wash your hair regularly to avoid the oils aggravating your skin.
If you are using any hair care products like sprays or gels to keep your hair in place, do your best to keep these off your face. This is because they can also block your pores. If you must wear caps or hats, be aware that they do not encourage acne along the hairline.
Another very important item to keep in mind is not to touch your face excessively. This transfers the dirt and oils from your hands to your face. Equally important is to refrain from picking, touching, popping or squeezing the pimples which can cause them to get much worse.
You will find many different acne medications at your corner drug store. There are many to select from and you might find that what might work for your best friend might not do anything for you. The best contain benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid in them. This will help to dry out your skin and shrink the offending pimples. Make sure you follow the directions carefully. Do not overuse the products or you can injure your skin.
If you cannot find anything that works for you over-the-counter, visit your dermatologist who will be able to prescribe something stronger.
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