Skin Care Truths
We are taught that acne is caused by body oils and dead skin blocking the skin’s pores. So, many of the things you may have come to believe about what creates acne is not true.
To begin with, that means that consuming greasy foods like pizza, bacon, French fries or potatoes chips will not affect your skin problems either way. Neither will eating chocolate or drinking any kind of carbonated soda pop. Putting on make-up is also not likely going to mess with your skin, especially if the make-up is the oil-free.
If your parents had acne as teens, you probably will also. But, for most people, by the time they begin to ease into their twenties, the problem has already begun to disappear. There are some things that you can do to minimize an acne outbreak. Make sure that you wash your face with warm water and a mild face soap once in the morning and also at night before going to bed. Don’t use a facecloth, as it could be too tough on your face and aggravate the already tender skin - use your hands instead.
Anything that you put on your face, including your makeup, sunscreen, or moisturizer should be oil free. Make sure to always remove all of your makeup prior to going to bed. When you work out in any way and you are sweating as a result, make sure your wash your face.
Keep your hair off you face. Your hair contains its own oils and you don’t want them rubbing onto your face. Make sure you clean 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 have to wear caps or hats, be aware that they do not encourage acne along the hairline.
Another important item to remember is not to touch your face excessively. This transfers the dirt and oils off of your hands onto your face. Equally important is to keep from picking, touching, popping or squeezing the pimples which can cause them to get much worse.
You will find lots of different acne medications at your local drug store. There are lots to choose from and you might find that what might work for your best friend might not do anything for you. The best have benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid in them. This will help to dry out your skin and shrink the offending pimples. Be sure you follow the directions carefully. Do not overuse the products or you can damage your skin.
If you can’t find anything that works over-the-counter, arrange to visit your dermatologist who will be able to prescribe something stronger.
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