Acne is a skin problem that is more prevalent in teenagers. It is believed that the problem is caused because of a reaction to testosterone. Once a person reaches the age of twenty or so, the acne no longer bothers him/her.
Though the skin problem is not permanent, it is important to know how to prevent and manage it.
Top 10 tips to manage acne
- Modify your diet to include nutrients in the right combination; a smart way to do this is to replace those fat filled snacks with lots of fresh fruits and vegetables
- Drink plenty of water and fluids to get rid of toxins from your body; intake of sufficient fluids will keep your skin soft and supple
- Exercising is known to bring down stress levels and increase oxygen for the skin; include at least a twenty minute exercise plan 4 times a week, in your daily schedule. After the exercise have a wash to prevent sweat from interacting with the skin oils to aggravate acne
- Sleep well; lack of sleep and high stress levels are known to aggravate acne
- Studies show a direct link between smoking and eruption of acne; avoid smoking to prevent acne
- Wash your hair more often with a mild shampoo to get rid of the acne evident at the hairline
- Maintain a regular skin cleansing regime; this will discourage acne; use an anti-bacterial facial cleanser to wash your face at least two times a day
- The skin care regimen should compulsorily include the process of cleansing the face before turning in for the night. Sleeping with the make-up on leads to accumulation of dirt and dust on the skin
- Do not rush to buy and use an acne product; consult a dermatologist/health care giver for choosing the right kind of cosmetics for your skin; once you buy the products, use them sparingly at first to ascertain that you are not allergic to them
- Coffee is believed to aggravate symptoms of acne and zits; avoid the beverage as a safety measure
What you should NOT do for acne
- Do not exfoliate too hard; this may lead to skin eruptions and unsightly scars on the face
- Do not go for a crash diet to reduce weight; eating a well balanced diet in the right quantity is a more sensible way to maintain body weight and simultaneously fight and/or prevent acne
- Avoid touching the acne affected area as this may increase the infection
- Do not use the powder compact without cleansing and drying the face. If you apply powder on face when it is dirty, it will only hide blemishes for a short time, and encourages growth of bacteria in the compact
- Avoid using too much astringent to manage an oily skin. Cleanse your face with a mild soap instead