subject: 5 Simple Tips To Reduce Adult Acne Breakouts [print this page] There are quite a few things that you can do on a daily basis that will help you to avoid or at least reduce the severity of your acne. Here is a short list of the most quick and easy acne reduction suggestions:
1. Use only a chemical free skin cleansing solution to cleanse your skin every day. By cleansing correctly , you reduce the risk of further breakouts.
2. Try to avoid any hair falling onto any areas of your face that are acne prone. Hair can carry dirt and oils that can lead to further breakouts.
3. I know that this rule can be pretty difficult to adhere to, but the results are worth it. Don't scratch or pick at your acne! Scratching or picking at your acne only helps to transfer dirt and oil into the wounds that you have irritated or opened, and can cause deeper (and often more painful) acne lesions as well as permanent scarring. Don't be tempted to squeeze blackheads or whiteheads that have formed either.
4. Change your pillow cases every day. At night a residue of dirt, germs and bacteria build up on your pillowcase , and if you don't change it you risk these being passed back onto your skin, increasing your chances of blocked pores and further acne breakouts.
5. Leave the heavy make up off. Although it can be tempting to try and cover up your acne, it's best to avoid any heavy make-up. Most commercial make-up is made using wax and oils, and these can block your pores, making your acne considerably worse. Many popular make-up brands contains benzoyl peroxide, and this is something that can further irritate your skin (although, strangely enough, benzoyl peroxide is used in many commercial acne treatments as well) Using makeup will only make your acne worse, or at the very least delay the healing.
So there you have it. 5 simple tips to help reduce your acne. If you would like to know more about how you can dramatically improve the condition of your skin using alternative and home remedies, please download the free e-book "Natural Acne Cures".
