Treating Acne(How to deal with acne)

Treating Acne

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

Diet and Exercise

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   Work out. Cardio is what will give your skin that glow because it stimulates blood flow. It's also healthy for your body and will make you stronger.
   
   
   
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   Drink up. Aim to get 6 to 8 glasses of water a day. The water will clear your skin and make it glow because it makes it easier for your body to flush out toxins quickly.
   
   
   
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   Eat a healthy diet. You are what you eat, and incorporating healthy food like vegetables, fruits, grains, and protein will help.
• Omega 3 Fatty Acids found in fish and walnuts is especially beneficial to your skin.
• Vitamin C will help existing pimples heal faster, so eating a few servings of things like citrus fruits will help.
• Eat fiber-rich foods (fresh vegetables, nuts, fruits all with skins on) to help keep a fine balance and to be regular, not sluggish, in the gastrointestinal area. You may look and feel tired and sickly (headache and abdominal complaints), if you do not have regularity of elimination/movements once or more every day.
• Try to consume less than 45g of sugar on a daily basis.
• Cut down on salty foods. Eating too much salt can make your face look bloated.
• If you're worried you aren't getting enough of necessary vitamins and minerals, try taking a multivitamin.

Tips

• Change bed covers at least every four weeks (or better, every two weeks), to get rid of bacteria that stays on your pillow case and covers.
• Use rosewater as a mild toner, it is mild and will leave your skin feeling soft and smooth.
• If you have sensitive skin, try mixing small amounts of castor and body oils into your troubled acne spots once a week after opening your pores with warm water and steam. This may sound counter productive, but it really helps.
• Use fresh ripe papaya to get glowing skin instantly! Take a small piece of freshly cut ripe papaya and gently rub it on your face. Keep it on for about 15 minutes and then rinse. You'll see a difference right away!
• Make sure you have a cleanser and moisturizer made for your skin type.
• Using Rogan Almond Oil at night might assist you in getting glowing skin in the morning.
• Avoid rubbing eyes and do not rub ice under your eyes, as that will cause worse dark circles, not an improvement.
• Don't stay in the sun and use products that might harm your skin use natural products.
• Have patience - you should see improvements in about two weeks.
• Always remove your makeup with your makeup remover and moisture it.