Skin Care Tips for Acne

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