Many of us suffer from acne.
However, taking careful steps and looking after your skin can help to reduce acne and give your skin a much fresher appearance.
Below are some ways to care for skin if you have acne: Clean skin gently.
Use a mild cleanser in the morning, evening, and after heavy workouts.
Scrubbing the skin does not stop acne.
It can even make the problem worse.
Try not to touch your skin.
People who squeeze, pinch, or pick their pimples can get scars or dark spots on their skin.
Shave carefully.
If you shave, you can try both electric and safety razors to see which works best.
With safety razors, use a sharp blade.
Also, it helps to soften your beard with soap and water before putting on shaving cream.
Shave lightly and only when you have to.
Stay out of the sun.
Many acne medicines can make people more likely to sunburn.
Being in the sun a lot can also make skin wrinkle and raise the risk of skin cancer.
Choose makeup carefully.
All makeup should be oil free.
Look for the word "noncomedogenic" on the label.
This means that the makeup will not clog up your pores.
But some people still get acne even if they use these products.
What Things Can Make Acne Worse? Some things can make acne worse: Changing hormone levels in teenage girls and adult women 2 to 7 days before their period starts Pressure from bike helmets, backpacks, or tight collars Pollution and high humidity Squeezing or picking at pimples Hard scrubbing of the skin.
What Are Some Myths About the Causes of Acne? There are many myths about what causes acne.
Dirty skin and stress do not cause acne.
Also, chocolate and greasy foods do not cause acne in most people.
What Research Is Being Done on Acne? Scientists are looking at new ways to treat acne.
They are: Working on new drugs to treat acne Looking at ways to prevent plugs Looking at ways to stop the hormone testosterone from causing acne.