1. Keep your face clean.
Whether or not you have acne, it's important to wash your face twice
daily to remove impurities, dead skin cells, and extra oil from your
skin's surface. Washing more often than twice daily is not necessarily
better; it may do more harm than good. Use warm, not hot. Using a harsh
soap (like deodorant body soap) can hurt the already inflamed skin and
cause more irritation.
Avoid scrubbing your skin harshly with a washcloth,
exfoliating glove, or loofah (a coarse textured sponge). Gently wash it
with your clean hands or a very soft cloth. Always rinse well, and then
dry your face with a clean towel. (Toss the towel in the laundry
hamper, as dirty towels spread bacteria.)
2. Moisturize. Many acne products contain ingredients that dry the skin, so always use a moisturizer like tea tree oil
3. Use makeup sparingly. During a breakout, avoid wearing foundation, powder, or blush. If you do wear makeup, wash it off at the end of the day. If possible, get natural or choose oil-free cosmetics without added chemicals
4. Watch what you put on your hair. Avoid using fragrances, pomades, or gels on your hair. If they get on your face, they can block your skin's pores and irritate your skin.
5. Keep your hands off your face. Avoid touching your face or propping your cheek or chin on your hands. Not only can you spread bacteria, you can also irritate the already inflamed facial skin. Never pick or pop pimples with your fingers, as it can lead to infection and scarring.
6. Feed your skin. Most experts agree that certain foods, like chocolate, don't cause pimples. Still, it makes sense to avoid greasy food and junk food and add more fresh fruits and vegetables and whole grains to your diet.
7. Exercise daily. Regular exercise is good for your whole body, including your skin. When you exercise, avoid wearing clothing or using exercise equipment that rubs your skin and may cause irritation. Shower or bathe right after exercise.
8. Chill! Some studies link stress with the severity of pimples or acne. Ask yourself what's making you feel stressed. Then look for solutions.
3. Use makeup sparingly. During a breakout, avoid wearing foundation, powder, or blush. If you do wear makeup, wash it off at the end of the day. If possible, get natural or choose oil-free cosmetics without added chemicals
4. Watch what you put on your hair. Avoid using fragrances, pomades, or gels on your hair. If they get on your face, they can block your skin's pores and irritate your skin.
5. Keep your hands off your face. Avoid touching your face or propping your cheek or chin on your hands. Not only can you spread bacteria, you can also irritate the already inflamed facial skin. Never pick or pop pimples with your fingers, as it can lead to infection and scarring.
6. Feed your skin. Most experts agree that certain foods, like chocolate, don't cause pimples. Still, it makes sense to avoid greasy food and junk food and add more fresh fruits and vegetables and whole grains to your diet.
7. Exercise daily. Regular exercise is good for your whole body, including your skin. When you exercise, avoid wearing clothing or using exercise equipment that rubs your skin and may cause irritation. Shower or bathe right after exercise.
8. Chill! Some studies link stress with the severity of pimples or acne. Ask yourself what's making you feel stressed. Then look for solutions.
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