TIPS THAT CAN HELP PREVENT ACNE

TIPS THAT CAN HELP PREVENT ACNE

Of all the skin afflictions, acne is the most common. It affects almost everyone from teenagers to adults even though it is mostly associated with the adolescence stage. It is known that both females and males are affected by acne.
Acne according to dermatologists ‘is a disorder resulting from the action of hormones and other substances on the skin’s oil glands (sebaceous glands) and hair follicles’. The sebaceous glands make an oily substance that is known as sebum. It empties onto the skin surface through an opening in the follicle called a pore. These factors lead to plugged pores and outbreaks of lesions commonly called pimples or zits.

There are different types of acne that can be seen on people. They include:

Comedo: A comedo is a basic lesion that is usually the beginning of acne. This comprises of the closed type (also known as whitehead) and the open type (also known as blackhead).

Papule: It is small and a large number of it has a ‘sandpaper’ feel when it is touched.

Pustule: It is fragile and may contain pus.

Macule: It is a temporary spot left by a healed acne lesion.

Cyst: It is larger than a pustule. It may be severely inflamed and very painful.

Nodule: It is usually inflamed, painful and can leave a scar after it has healed.
12 TIPS THAT CAN HELP PREVENT ACNE

If you follow these simple tips faithfully, you would get an acne free skin faster than you think and would be able to enjoy the life and beautiful skin that you have always wished for.

The tips are: 

1. Do not pick your acne: For no reason should you pick your acne. By picking your pimple you force back bacteria deeper into your skin leading to inflammation. This causes the production of more acne. Picking your pimple may also lead to a permanent scar that can be left behind as a reminder of the acne that was there.

2. Wash your face (or skin) once in the morning and evening (before you go to bed) but do not over wash your face. This can strip your face (or skin) of oil leading to excess production of it and hence increase the production of acne.

3. Don’t use harsh scrubs: Exfoliating is good because it removes the dead skin cells. However harsh scrubs would cause a lot of damage to your skin and aggravate your acne. It is okay to use scrubs with small, smooth grains and that are gentle.

4. Avoid Sun tanning: The sun may initially help your acne but later on it makes your acne worse. It would dry your skin causing your sebaceous glands to produce more oil leading to an acne breakout. If you cannot avoid being exposed to the sun, use an oil-free sunscreen with a Sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15 and is effective against UVA and UVB rays.

5. Do not use comedogenic or acnegenic make-up: When buying any make-up or any cosmetics, always select products that are non-acnegenic or non-comedogenic. Non-comedogenic or non-comedogenic products are those that do not cause acne flare ups. Do not use make-up while  exercising as the make-up would combine with sweat and cause you to have a breakout.

6. Drink lots of Water and eat lots of fruits and vegetables: Water would help hydrate your skin thereby giving you great looking  skin. Fruits and vegetables would help improve your immune system to help fight the bacteria causing acne.

7. When exercising, remember to wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing made of cotton. Don’t sit around in sweaty clothes and wet bathing suit after swimming. Remove the clothes and change into dry ones. Always shower immediately after exercising.

8. Sleep, it is very good for you. Having at least 7 hours of sleep would do wonders for your skin and physical well being. Having a healthy, well-rested body helps build a strong immune system which not only helps you prevent acne but fights infection too.

9. Wash your pillowcase often. You spend at least 7 hours a day sleeping with your face touching the pillow, so try to wash your pillowcase at least every week to prevent the exposure of your face to the bacteria that had caused previous acne.

10. Find the best acne treatment that works for you: There are a variety of treatment plans and I am positive that one would work for you. You should only stop if the treatment causes skin irritation or allergies. Stick to a safe treatment for about 2 or 3 months before concluding on the effectiveness of the product. Also remember that all acne treatments can treat all the types of acne so know the type of acne you have before
getting any acne treatment. If you are not sure, contact a dermatologist or your pharmacist.

11. Avoid use of greasy skin care products like cocoa butter; they will flare your acne.

12. Rough scrubbing with washcloths or exfoliating cleansers or cloths can cause flares .

Well that is 10 tips to help you prevent your acne and help reduce the amount of money you spend on acne treatments as the products would last for a longer period of time.  Here is wishing you a smooth ride in your quest to having acne free and beautiful skin.