Beauty

Ways to Prevent Acne Before it Starts

Here are some small daily-life hacks you can use to prevent pimples before they happen:
Change out your pillowcase every four or five days. A fresh, bacteria-free pillowcase can stop your skin from erupting overnight.

Keep your hands off your face. If you tend to rest your chin in your palm, or you’re constantly fussing with your face, stop. The oils on your hands can cause breakouts, even in small amounts.

Tie your hair back while you sleep. If you have long hair, keep it off your face while you rest. Braid it back, and use pins or a headband to keep bangs off your forehead.
Get your beauty rest. Stress can lead to breakouts, so make sure you’re well-rested and calm.

Change your birth control (females). Some oral contraceptives containing estrogen can calm down regular breakouts. Ask your doctor if this is the right choice for you.

Do not pick or pop pimples. Doing so can make the infection worse and lead to permanent scarring.

Consider a salicylic acid face wash. Some anti-acne face cleansers contain salicylic acid, which kills the bacteria that can cause acne.

To prevent drying out your face, start using a salicylic acid wash only in the mornings and see if that’s sufficient. If you still need more help, use it at night as well.

See a dermatologist. If you can’t get the problem under control by yourself, visit a doctor. He or she can prescribe serious treatments such as Accutane, Retin-A or red-blue light treatments.

Use spot treatments. There are several products that you can dab onto active zits to reduce redness and kill bacteria. Two of the most popular are salicylic acid gel and benzoyl peroxide cream.
For extra help, try using both formulations.
Be aware that benzoyl peroxide can bleach hair and clothing.

Try a clay mask. Clay absorbs excess oil, removes impurities, and even kills bacteria in blemishes for clearer, more even skin. Once a week, after showering, dab your skin dry and apply a clay mask. Leave it on for 10 minutes or until it begins to dry. Rinse off and apply a moisturizer.
Do not allow the clay to harden completely or leave it on overnight. It can over-dry the skin.

Regulations of Acne

Wash your face at night. Over the day, makeup, dirt, and oil build upon your face. Make cleansing your skin part of your bedtime routine.

Use makeup remover. Not only does this prevent it from clogging up your pores and causing breakouts while you sleep, but it also stops you from smearing bacteria on your pillow where it can get into your skin night after night.

Use a gentle soap. Remember that you want to clean your skin, not completely strip it of all oils. If it feels tight and dry after washing, you’re using something too strong.
Avoid the eye area; the skin around the eye can be too delicate for most cleansers.

Rinse off by splashing water on your face. Using a washcloth or rag to roughly wipe your skin clean can irritate it more. Instead, bend your face over the sink, cup your hands together, and bring up small amounts of water to splash over your face. About 10 splashes should do it.

Pat dry. Don’t roughly rub your skin dry with a towel. Instead, dry it with small, gentle pats or let it air dry.

Apply toner. A toner removes excess oil and dirt from your skin that the soap missed, in addition to closing your pores. Not everyone needs to use a toner, but some people find it helpful. Put a few drops onto a cotton ball or pad. Swipe it lightly over your skin.
Only use astringent if your skin is exceptionally oily.

Astringent is a stronger type of toner that can be up to 60% alcohol. If your skin tends to be dry, using astringent could cause acne by driving your oil glands to overcompensate.
Witch hazel is a natural alternative to buying synthetic toner/astringent.
Consider applying toner to only the areas of your skin that tend to break out. For instance, you might only use it on your nose or forehead.

Protect your skin from the sun. Avoid leathery, tough skin by applying light sunscreen every time you plan to be outside. The lack of sun damage will keep your skin dewy and supple for years to come. Remember, it only takes 15 minutes to get a sunburn, so be prepared.

Search the makeup aisle for spray-on sunscreens that are light and dry.
Use a foundation or tinted moisturizer with sunscreen, so your face is already covered. Protect your skin from the sun. Avoid leathery, tough skin by applying light sunscreen every time you plan to be outside. The lack of sun damage will keep your skin dewy and supple for years to come. Remember, it only takes 15 minutes to get a sunburn, so be prepared.

Stick to SPF 30 anything higher doesn’t have much more benefit.
Search the makeup aisle for spray-on sunscreens that are light and dry.
Use a foundation or tinted moisturizer with sunscreen, so your face is already covered. Morning acts as a primer for your makeup, helping it “stick” to your face throughout the day. Moisturizing at night helps your skin repair itself and stave off wrinkles.

The bottom line, it’s one of the best things you can do for glowing skin over the long term. Consider using a lighter moisturizer during the day. If you’re prone to breakouts, use a light or gel moisturizer.
Don’t forget your neck and décolletage. These areas can get super dry and irritated if you never moisturize them.

Exfoliate once a week. If your skin tends to be dry and flaky, a weekly exfoliation can clear out dead skin cells. Find an exfoliant that has a super fine grain, and don’t rub it roughly into your skin using light pressure and gentle motions.
A simple scrub of sugar mixed with honey makes a great exfoliator. Rinse it off with warm water.

You could also exfoliate with a dry brush made for the face. Brush your face using small, circular motions.
Acne-prone skin can be exfoliated 2-3 times a week. A chemical exfoliant is often best for acne-prone skin.

Protect your skin from the sun. Avoid leathery, tough skin by applying light sunscreen every time you plan to be outside. The lack of sun damage will keep your skin dewy and supple for years to come. Remember, it only takes 15 minutes to get a sunburn, so be prepared.
Stick to SPF 30 anything higher doesn’t have much more benefit.

Search the makeup aisle for spray-on sunscreens that are light and dry.
Use a foundation or tinted moisturizer with sunscreen, so your face is already covered.

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Queenie

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