It is also necessary to avoid sunscreen lotions that are oil based. However, you should not avoid the use of sunscreen completely as exposure to the harmful UV rays of the sun may prove to be dangerous for your pimples. You should use a water based UVA/UVB sunscreen with a high SPF or Sun Protection Factor.
Acne is a common problem faced by teenagers and sometimes even adults. It often tends to dwindle the confidence of the person affected. Do not let it affect your confidence adversely. You should try to prevent the eruption of pimples as much as possible. A thorough treatment of acne is possible with a little bit of effort and complete dedication. However, if you feel that no amount of dedication is curing your acne, you should immediately seek medical assistance.
Use a toner before you go to bed. Avoid the use of alcohol products to tone your skin. Since alcohol is a strong astringent, it can strip the upper layer of your skin. This process can cause the sebaceous glands to produce more oil. Do not scrub the affected area vigorously and avoid touching your face with dirty hands.
You can even take multi-vitamins, with great nutritious value, everyday for your health. Some people swear that a chromium supplement daily will work wonders when it comes to curing your acne. Also Vitamin A is said to have great virtues in taking care of the skin. It defends the skin against bacterial attacks and helps in the deterrence of pimples. It effects in the minimization of the production of sebum. (Please consult a doctor before trying either.)
There are various ointments and lotions available in the markets that help in fighting acne. Most of these products contain benzoyl peroxide that is a bleaching agent. These may be effective for a short-term cure but they may damage your skin and make it dry and rough if the bleaching content is too high. If you are still keen on using these bleaching products take care to use only the mild ones.
Do you have oily skin as well as long hair? Your long hair could be detrimental for your acne prone skin. The oil content in the hair attracts dirt and when the hair touches the skin on your face, neck, shoulder, etc. (this is more likely in case of long hair) the oil and bacteria problems are intensified. Shampoo your hair frequently and keep it away from your face.
Some say that honey can help you to clear your skin. It is a natural disinfectant and has medicinal qualities. It is also considered to possess the power of curing small marks and blemishes on your skin. It is said to have a destructive influence on the bacteria present in your skin thereby preventing the eruption of acne.
In order to reduce the inflammation, you can apply packs of ice to the pimple for 2 minutes after every half an hour. You can soothe the irritation and redness by applying a dab of toothpaste on the pimple. You can even use a wet tea bag or press a wet cotton ball against the acne containing a drop of lemon. Holding it for five minutes can reduce both the redness and the swelling.
You should also take care to avoid milk products and red meat. These food items are not easily digestible and lead to severe acid formation. The waste materials are not discarded easily thereby leading to the formation of acne. Again these products make the level of hormones shoot up and further aggravate acne problems. It is wiser to opt for fat free meat and soymilk or nut milk.
The market is full of a wide variety of cosmetics that have numerous types of chemicals in them. These chemicals are harmful for the skin as they take away the natural oils that are there in our skin. The natural defensive technique that works in our body starts functioning and tries to protect our skin by producing more oil. This oil clogs the pores and results in pimples, blackheads and whiteheads. Hence, you should opt for natural cosmetics and skin products.
Increase your intake of vegetables, fruits and nuts. Regular consumption of salads, juices and dry fruits can have a miraculous effect on your skin. Try and cut down on the consumption of coffee, tea, chocolates, refined carbohydrates, sugar and other products with caffeine in it, as all these products tend to increase sebum-producing insulin in the body and enhance the problems caused by acne and pimples.
Bacteria, hormones and clogged pores on the skin may lead to the formation of acne. Acne may also be a result of heredity. The action of bacteria and dead skin leads to pimples. When pores get blocked and closed and finally protrude out, whiteheads are formed. On the other hand, when the blocked pores remain open but the top area becomes dark, they lead to the formation of blackheads.