Acne Prevention Is Better Than Cure

Acne is supposed to be one of the most awful sights during adolescence. Every teenage prays to God to spare him/her of these ugly looking red lesions. These inflammatory spots can appear on the face, chest, back, shoulders and neck. It is however more common in the people with oily skin but during puberty almost 85% teenagers fall prey to them, irrespective of their skin type. Pimples are not an indication of a teen’s unhealthy diet or dirty face, Acne is caused due to the over activity of oil glands. These oil or sebaceous glands are present at the bottom of the hair follicles, causing hormonal changes that occur during puberty.

Pimples are caused by multiple factors and fortunately we have multiple solutions and acne prevention tips to stay away from them. These tips are simple to follow, but these may not have an instant effect.

• Wash but not over-wash: Dirt, grime and pollutants may be the reason behind acne for some people, not all. So if you think that washing your face repeatedly will help you stay off from them, then you are mistaken. You should only wash your face twice a day else excessive cleansing will cause scrubbing of healthy skin, leaving it dry. Also avoiding the use of scrubs with apricots and almonds will help prevent skin tearing.

• Stay away from alcohol: if you use astringents and toners, then try to restrict yourself from using beauty products with high concentrations of alcohol. Alcohol dries the skin and strips the upper layer of the skin, thus making the skin produce more oil and aggravating the problem.

• Don’t touch or squeeze: Some people develop a habit of touching and squeezing the problem area again and again. This can cause an inflammation on the affected area and damage the surrounding skin. Never prick your blemish with a pin or fingernail as bacteria may penetrate deeper into the skin. This precaution will help you reduce acne.

• Take shower after work-out: Exercising is undoubtedly the best way to rejuvenate, but remember to shower once you are through with your work-out schedule. Sweating traps the moisture and heat in your skin, which act as a breeding ground for acnes. So you must freshen up instantly after training.

• Find an over-the-counter regimen: Incase of mild blemishes, one can use the medications available at a medical store. These contain benzoyl peroxide, which prevent pimples and kill the bacteria. Antibiotic prescription by a physician also helps to curb the problem. Treatments like that of retinoic acid and antibiotic pills, sensitize skin to the sun, hence it is advisable to wear a sunscreen.

• Be happy: Tension creates an unnecessary burden on mind and body, leading to an over activity of hormones and causing pimples. Hence, try to stay calm and happy throughout as it will not only regulate the balance of the body but also help remove the toxins from the body.