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Skin
care is important at any time of life but especially so if
you have acne. One of the secrets for keeping acne under
control is maintaining the health of the skin as much as
possible. This means keeping the skin clean and protecting
it from sources of damage like sunshine and harsh cosmetics.
Cleaning the Skin
Use a gentle soap or specialized skin cleaner for washing
the face once or twice a day. It is important not to scrub
the skin as this will further aggravate the acne. Just use a
soft cloth to moisten the face and then apply the cleanser
to all areas from the hairline to the neck. Rinse the
cleanser with plenty of water and pat your face drive with a
soft towel.
Those with especially oily skin may need to use an
astringent, but it must be used with care. Only apply it to
the parts of the face which are most oily and discontinue
use if your skin becomes irritated. It is best to consult
with a dermatologist if you feel you need to use an
astringent.
Hair care is also an important part of acne skin care. Shampoo
your hair two or three times a week and try to keep it off
your face as much as possible. Those with oily hair may need
to wash their hair once a day.
Protect Your Skin from the Sun
A suntan may dry out the skin and make your acne less
noticeable but this is only temporary. As your skin becomes
accustomed to sun exposure the acne will flare up once
again, and in the meantime you are also risking skin damage
that may cause it to age prematurely or even cause skin
cancer. Many of the medications used to treat acne cause the
skin to become more sensitive to sunshine and more
vulnerable to burning. It is always best to wear a sunscreen
when outdoors.
Choose Makeup with Care
The best choice for good acne skin care is to wear no makeup at
all, but if you feel you must wear makeup choose some that
will not clog the pores. These products are labeled noncomedogenic, but they may still cause acne in some
people. Above all, avoid makeup with an oil base. Read the
labels carefully and use sparingly.
Shaving with Acne
Try both electric razors and safety razors to see which is
more comfortable. Don't use safety razors with dull blades
-- change the blade every two or three shaves. You may have
to shave around blemishes to avoid cutting them, and be sure
to soften the beard as much as possible with water and
shaving cream. If you happen have a lot of breakouts perhaps
it is best to skip shaving that day.
Avoid Touching the Skin
As tempting as it may be too squeeze and pop those pimples,
don't do it! You are only inviting more trouble because the
bacteria which causes pimples will spread. Popping pimples
can also lead to permanent scarring.
Try to avoid touching your face as much as possible. Many
people do this unconsciously, but the hands are dirty and
oily and can spread germs over greater areas of your skin.
Acne can be brought under control. Medications are a great
help in clearing up the skin and combating the bacteria
which causes acne, but be sure to help it along as much as
possible by taking good care of your skin.♦
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Acne Skin Care Explained:
>Acne
Skin Care
>What is Acne
>Causes of Acne
>Acne Myths
>Types of Acne
>Acne Scars
Acne Skin Care Treatments:
>Topical Medications
>Prescription Medications
>Physical Treatments
>Seeing a Dermatologist
Addition Acne Skin Care Resources:
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