Thursday 20 January 2011

Hints to help with Acne Prevention

Don't over-wash.


Yes, you need to keep yourself clean, but cut down the times you wash. It is suggested that twice a day should be the limit for someone with a normal lifestyle. Anymore, and you risk increasing the breakouts you have.
Obviously, if you have a "dirty" job then this  may not apply.


Wash after exercising.

But you just said . . . Yes, but there is a reason for the seeming contradiction. You need to hit the shower after exercising  for the following  reason. The friction and moisture caused by clothing rubbing against the skin can create the perfect conditions for acne.


Choose any skin products carefully.


Don't get harsh or abrasive scrubs that can tear the skin and further aggravate the acne. Also, avoid products, if they contain heavy concentrations of isopropyl alcohol like toners. The can do more damage than good.



Pick your medication and treatment method and stick with it. Do not deviate from it until you achieve measurable results, or find that the condition is worsening.


Stop picking it!


Try to avoid touching or picking at your face and, or, body. This is obvious as it can cause bacteria to enter the pores and create even more acne infestation.

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