It is common knowledge that what causes acne is that the skin's pores get blocked with body oils and/or dead skin. But, you have been told a lot of things about acne causes that are not true.
For starters, if you eat greasy foods like French fries, potato chips, or pizza, your skin will not be adversely effected. This is the same if you eat chocolate or drink any of the many carbonated drinks on the market. Also, if you wear make-up, your skin will not be effected if the products are oil-free.
Ask your parents about their skin as a teenager. If they had problems, you will probably have the same. But, it should go away by the time you reach your twenties. Here are a couple of suggestions to help with your acne problem. Don't use a facecloth as it may be too rough on your skin. Your hands are much more friendly to your face. Wash with warm water and a mild soap in the morning and before going to bed at night.
If you put anything on your face (to include make-up, moisturizer, and sunscreen) has to be oil free. It is very important to take off your makeup at night before bed. Any time you begin to sweat due to exertion, wash your face. It is best to keep your hair off of your face. This is because your hair has many oils that you do not want to be rubbed onto your face. Also, make sure to wash your hair on a regular basis to keep the oils from getting the oils on your face.
If you need the use of hair care items like gels or spray to control your hair, it is best to keep it off of your face. These products can block your skin pores. Also, if you wear hats or caps, be careful that they do not help the growth of acne on the hairline.
Another important thing to remember is not to touch your face excessively. Touching 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 can find many different acne medications at your local drug store. There are many to choose from and you may find that what works for your best friend may do nothing for you. The best have benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid in them which help to dry out the skin and shrink the offending pimples. Make sure you follow the directions carefully. Do not overuse the products or you can damage your skin.
If, after trying some of these products, you have not received any relief, talk to your doctor. A dermatologist will be able to prescribe something that will probably work better. - 16003
For starters, if you eat greasy foods like French fries, potato chips, or pizza, your skin will not be adversely effected. This is the same if you eat chocolate or drink any of the many carbonated drinks on the market. Also, if you wear make-up, your skin will not be effected if the products are oil-free.
Ask your parents about their skin as a teenager. If they had problems, you will probably have the same. But, it should go away by the time you reach your twenties. Here are a couple of suggestions to help with your acne problem. Don't use a facecloth as it may be too rough on your skin. Your hands are much more friendly to your face. Wash with warm water and a mild soap in the morning and before going to bed at night.
If you put anything on your face (to include make-up, moisturizer, and sunscreen) has to be oil free. It is very important to take off your makeup at night before bed. Any time you begin to sweat due to exertion, wash your face. It is best to keep your hair off of your face. This is because your hair has many oils that you do not want to be rubbed onto your face. Also, make sure to wash your hair on a regular basis to keep the oils from getting the oils on your face.
If you need the use of hair care items like gels or spray to control your hair, it is best to keep it off of your face. These products can block your skin pores. Also, if you wear hats or caps, be careful that they do not help the growth of acne on the hairline.
Another important thing to remember is not to touch your face excessively. Touching 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 can find many different acne medications at your local drug store. There are many to choose from and you may find that what works for your best friend may do nothing for you. The best have benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid in them which help to dry out the skin and shrink the offending pimples. Make sure you follow the directions carefully. Do not overuse the products or you can damage your skin.
If, after trying some of these products, you have not received any relief, talk to your doctor. A dermatologist will be able to prescribe something that will probably work better. - 16003
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