Acne Does Not Have To Control Your Life
Acne Does Not Have To Control Your Life
After dealing with recurring blemishes and all-around bad skin for so long, some people decide to put their foot down. If you have recently finished stomping your feet, now you need to do something to get rid of that acne. Try reading these tips to help you defeat this condition.
Include foods which are high in Beta Carotene and Vitamin A in your diet to help increase your skin health and zap those zits. Options include apricots, cantaloupe, carrots, kale, spinach and sweet potatoes, which are all tasty treats to enjoy at any meal. I love to slice my sweet potatoes into french fries, sprinkle them with Cajun spice, and bake them.
A great tip that can help you reduce acne is to only purchase quality skin care products. Poor quality skin care products can cause acne and they can even make your acne worse. You should only invest in quality skin care products that have been proven to work.
If you cannot afford expensive acne treatments, then consider some budget-friendly at-home alternatives. For example, aspirin contains the powerful acne-fighting ingredient of salicylic acid. You can crush up a couple aspirin and make a facial mask to get the same benefits of expensive salicylic cleansers. Just be sure to consult your doctor first if you have heart trouble, since some of the aspirin can be absorbed into your skin.
Less is more where acne is concerned. Over-cleansing skin by vigorous scrubbing can cause all sorts of problems, such as dryness, redness and inflammation. The best method is to cleanse your skin twice a day with a mild cleanser that doesn’t clog pores, followed by a toner and gentle oil-free moisturizer. This will help to minimize acne breakouts.
While it may be an old cliché, you really are what you eat. If you eat junk such as additives, preservatives, food coloring, sugar, and trans fats, you are filling yourself up with toxins. They have to come out somewhere, and often it’s in the form of acne. Eat well to have the optimum possibility of having clear, beautiful skin!
Sponges and loofahs can harbor bacteria. Toss them out after a few uses, or make sure to wash them or disinfect them. Some sponges can be washed and disinfected in the dish washer. Do not reuse washcloths or use another person’s wash cloth. Using a fresh washcloth each time you wash your face is a good rule to follow.
To optimize your acne-fighting regimen, consider making use of effective skin cleansers you already have in your home. For example, regular household items like baking soda, lemon juice, oatmeal and apple cider vinegar all have ingredients that are effective at cleaning your skin and fighting acne. Play around to design a mask that works for you.
Everyone reaches their breaking point with acne. It might take you a while to realize that you need to take better care of your skin, but you will eventually reach that point. When you do, make sure that you’re using these great and easy-to-apply tips in order to defeat acne for good.
