Here
are some facts about adult acne to help understand why you may have adult acne
and how you might treat it!
1. Acne Begins with Blocked
Pores, aka "Blackheads"
Acne is essentially blocked pores
that have become infected. Most pimples begin with blackheads. Many
believe that blackheads are the results of trapped dirt and grime in the skin.
This is not true, they're in fact the result of oil and dead cells getting
trapped in a pore, where they block the duct and mix with bacteria. When
exposed to air the clogged pores turn black. Red pimples develop when
blackheads become inflamed.
Tip: Keep up a gentle cleansing
regime
2. Blame it on Your Hormones
Hormones are responsible for your
adrenaline and sebum (oil) production. If you are experiencing increased
emotional stress in your everyday life, this can affect your hormone balance
and therefore exacerbate your adult acne.
Tip: Integrate sport and relaxation
techniques into your week to help release some of that tension.
3. Adult Acne is not the same as
Teen Acne
When we are young, our skin is
tougher and thicker skin. As you age your skin thins out and weakens whilst
your pores become larger and more prone to collecting dead skin cells and
bacteria. Adult skin is a lot dryer too, which overall creates the perfect
location for acne to thrive!
Tip: Try a softer more sensitive
cleanser and use it daily. Also moisturize habitually to help fight against
your naturally drier skin.
4. Over-exfoliating Skin is bad!
Many acne sufferers think the more
product they use, the better their skin will get. I tried bathing my face in
Clearasil pads several times a day and it did nothing to help me, and instead
my skin became inflamed and more acne prone as a result. Try to stick to one
product and always follow the directions.
Tip: Stay away from facial scrubs.
Even the gentlest ones made from ingredients natural ingredients, like brown
sugar, can tear the skin!
5. Yes, You Can Still Wear Makeup if
You Have Acne
If you suffer from breakouts you may
worry -- as I did – that you cannot wear make-up, for fear that your pores will
become clogged. As longs as you are choosing the right make up for your
skin!
Tip: Choose natural based makeup and
always ensure you remove makeup, cleanse and moisturise every night
effectively.
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