On a daily basis we often do things that we don’t realize will start an acne breakout. Our hands and bodies come into contact with bacteria in various ways. Here’s a list to consider when you’re trying to avoid stirring up an acne problem.
- Never pop or squeeze your pimples. This only makes matters worse due to the acne becoming inflamed taking longer to heal.
- Don’t wash your face more than 3 times a day. Those with oily skin should take this advice too. Washing more doesn’t prevent acne. If your face feels dry or tight, you’re washing too much.
- Change your pillowcases every night. Bacteria grows in your fabric causing acne breakouts.
- If you work in a hot environment where you sweat a lot, take a shower immediately when you get home. You’ve got to get the dirt and sweat off reducing bacteria infestation in your pores.
- Keep your skin hydrated by drinking lots of water whether it’s sunny or cloudy. In a cloudy environment you are still losing water.
- Wash your face with a mild anti-acne soap. Invest in it…it’s worth it.
- Wash with your hands only and pat your face dry with your hands.
- Don’t tan. I know many people didn’t want to hear this but it’s true.
- When talking on your cell phone, hold the phone away from your chin to prevent acne.
- Don’t rest your head on your hand when your sitting at a table.
- After exercising take a shower immediately (invest in an anti-acne body wash)
- Remove work out clothes and athletic uniforms after wearing them and shower immediately
- Keep athletic equipment clean, pads, and chin straps
- Look for makeup moisturizers marked oil free or non-comedogenic. Some makeup contains anti-acne medicine.
- Use only approved acne medication
- Shampoo your hair twice weekly. Keep your hair off your face/shoulders especially when you sleep
