Quick tips
for getting rid of acne
Quick tips for getting rid of acne 1: Electric
razors may not shave as close to the skin; however, they
help with the prevention of acne and other skin breakouts
and flare-ups better.
Quick tips for getting rid of acne 2:
If a non-electric razor is your choice, a single-edged blade
is actually better. Why? Because double- and triple-edged
blades grab hair follicles and pull them out from below
the epidermis. And in the process, your skin "heals
itself" by closing over these holes, making it difficult
for future hair follicles to grow outward - creating inflammation
in the tight areas.
Quick tips for getting rid of acne 3:
Thoroughly clean your face and any other areas where cosmetics
are applied daily, especially if used when combined with
exercising or other activities that promote sweating, where
there is the opportunity for the chemicals to be absorbed
or soaked up into your pores.
Quick tips for getting rid of acne 4:
Cosmetics - To avoid pore-clogging and skin irritations
that are similar to acne and that can contribute to acne,
use products labeled "noncomedogenic" or "oil-free."
Shimmering facial colors can contain a flaky mineral called
mica that can cause skin irritations and clog pores. Other
additives in coloring that can cause similar reactions are
coal tar derivatives, carmine and heavy cream in blushes.
Quick tips for getting rid of acne 5:
More preventative measures include using a lip gloss that
promotes a matte finish instead of a high gloss for less
pore-clogging; note the more the shine, the more then comedogenic
content and the more the pores can clog. Beware that eye
creams can contain heavier concentrations of moisturizers
than regular creams and lotions, meaning they have greater
potential to clog pores in the surrounding facial areas.
Quick tips for getting rid of acne 6:
Additionally use caution with hair styling products that
contain oils, alcohol and adhesives that should be kept
away from skin and from seeping into pores along with perspiration
during workouts; especially watch hair gels and mousses
so that they don't cause clogging around your hairline.
Use care when choosing fragrance and scented cosmetics,
too, and opt for "hypo-allergenic" or "fragrance-free"
versions where possible to avoid allergic reactions and
skin irritations (a sampling 3-day test behind an ear is
recommended).