Prevent the outbreak of unsightly acne!
The acne lesions are hard to treat many times. So, it is always beneficial if adequate care is taken beforehand in order to curb the menace at its onset. You will save yourself many future hassles.
Acne or pimples in layman terminology are the nasty eruptions that occur mainly during teenage but can occur in elderly too. Whole mankind is behind finding the exact solution to this problem. But as the acne lesions are the result of many physiological changes in the body, it is very difficult actually to prevent the outbreak totally.
The scientific observations have proved that the diet and lifestyle have very little role to play in the development of acne. Obviously one cannot take away the hormonal influences on the body during teenage period that are the major etiological factors for acne. However, certain precautionary measures can be taken for sure in order to minimize the menace and prevent the recurrence after healing of lesions.
How can one prevent the acne?
Here are certain tips to prevent acne at the outset or preventing the recurrence:- (Don’t miss “7 Tips to Control Acne” too.)
- Better hygiene: though poor hygiene is not considered as the causative factor for acne, it is definitely an aggravating factor for existing acne. Also, the dirty skin is obvious to clog pores with dirt resulting in excess sebum production and acne. So, washing the acne-prone areas at least 2-3 times a day is recommended. Use mild soap or face wash in order to avoid irritation to the skin.
- Use astringent if your skin is very oily. Here you can also consult dermatologist as to which astringent would suit you.
- Remove make up completely before going to bed. This prevents clogging of skin and development of acne lesions. Excessive make up on day to day basis also harms the skin. So keep your make up minimum especially while going to work.
- Use a good cleanser everyday before going to bed. This cleanses you skin of any dirt and makes it supple.
- Never use oil-based products if your skin is acne-prone. Instead, use water based skin care products. Also use powder based cosmetics instead of cream based for avoiding irritation to the skin.
- Do not wear very tight clothing. Tight clothing many times is the cause of exaggerated body acne because of trapped heat leading to sweating.
- Take a good shower bath after heavy exercise or work out.
- Keep your scalp hair dandruff-free. Dandruff is often a neglected cause of acne especially on forehead and temples.
- Do not squeeze blemishes. This aggravates the existing acne and also leads to new lesions soon giving patchy appearance.
- You can try honey based facial mask once a week for glowing complexion and healing of minor skin blemishes and acne, since honey is believed to have antibacterial property.
- Taking multi-vitamins with necessary minerals and omega-3 fatty acids help rejuvenate your skin texture.
- Drinking at least 8-10 glasses of water per day is the easiest way to have dazzling skin. It hydrates your skin well giving it a natural glow.
- Dirty pillowcase can lead to acne. So, change it everyday if possible.
- Indulge in plenty of fruits and veggies daily. They are rich in anti-oxidants that fight free radicals and keep your skin and you healthy.
- Moderate exercise on day to day basis helps release antioxidants too and improves your circulation that makes your complexion envious.
- De-stress yourself: It is found that there is a close relation between psychological stress and skin lesions like acne. So, keep smiling and keep worries at bay to have a flawless skin.
Thus, though we cannot completely stop the appearance of acne, we can definitely take essential steps in order to curb their nuisance before they start appearing. This will surely make your life easier!