How to Beat the Heat and Stay Acne
Free
1. Get a Smart Tan-or none at all! – The sun is not your enemy, as long as you are smart about
your sun exposure. While tanning can hide acne blemishes and scars temporarily,
tanning stresses your skin cells which can slow down the healing of acne and
also clog pores with dead skin cells, leading to more breakouts. It’s best to
avoid tanning altogether and wear sunscreen any time you go outside! Even on
cloudy days, the sun’s rays can still harm unprotected skin. Get in the routine
of applying an SPF each morning when you wake up!
2. Use a Water-Based Moisturiser – Heat, sunlight and humidity can irritate acne-prone skin
during the summer. Keep your skin clear with an oil-free water based
moisturiser such as SkinB5’s Acne Control Moisturiser. This non-comedogenic
face lotion goes on light, dries quickly and helps keep your skin moist,
rejuvenated and clear all day.
3. Cleanse, Cleanse, Cleanse – With hot summer days comes dirt, sweat, and unwanted
bacteria. Summer heat isn’t always your skin’s friend, but it doesn’t have to
stop you from having fun in the sun. Use a gentle cleanser at least twice a
day; once in the morning, once at night to remove sweat, dirt and bacteria that
can cause acne flare ups.
4. Minimise Peak Day Sun Exposure – The sun’s rays are most intense in the middle of the
day-from 11 AM to 3 PM. If possible, avoid spending a lot of time in the sun
during those hours. Otherwise, make sure you apply sunscreen regularly (every
1-2 hours) to stay protected.
5. Know Your Acne Products – Did you know your acne medication could be increasing
your risk of sunburn and skin cancer? That’s right, many prescription acne
medications and topical acne treatments actually make your skin overly
sensitive to the sun’s rays. This means you have an increased chance of burning
more quickly than you would off the medication. Research the side effects of
your acne medication (sun sensitivity is included in many side effect lists),
and be sure to check out this article on how to reduce sun sensitivity protect
your skin from sun damage.
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