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Everybody
will experience acne or a breakout at one point
in their life. And almost
everybody perpetuates a myth about acne
that is incorrect.
The biggest
myth that has been passed down
generation by generation is that acne is
caused by eating junk food, more
specifically chocolate. If you
have heard this one and have believed
this myth then you need to keep reading
as we debunk these stubborn myths and
give you tips on how to effectively ward
off acne and acne breakouts.
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Acne Myths:
Myth:
Junk food causes acne breakouts.
False - food does not cause your
skin to breakout in pimples and zits.
But factors like eating a balanced diet,
reducing the stress in your life and
maintaining a healthy lifestyle can all
have a positive effect on your body and
the health of your skin.
Myth:
Acne is only common to teens.
False - Acne
affects men, women, and teens of all
ages, from all walks of life.
While the triggers may differ between
adult and teen acne, the truth is that
it is still frustrating for everyone.
Myth:
Make-up causes more facial acne and
breakouts.
True - There are certain ingredients in
make-up that can actually promote acne
breakouts and facial pimples. You
definitely want to avoid make-up with
unwanted additives that could irritate
your skin and cause blemishes. Try
looking for non-comedogenic products.
Secondly,
the use of make-up that has expired, or
make-up pads that have accumulated dirt
and bacteria is another example of why
so many women and young ladies
experience an increase in facial pimples
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Tips for Reducing Acne:
Tip:
When showering,
wash and shampoo your hair first and
then begin to clean your face and body.
The hot water opens up your pores and
the shampoo and conditioner will leave a
residue on your skin that may promote
the breakout of acne on both your face
and on your back if not properly rinsed
away.
Tip:
For Guys:
After shaving make
sure your rinse your face with cold
water to help close the pores and to
help reduce the inflammation and irritation
from shaving.
Tip:
No matter how hired
you are, do not go to bed without
washing off your makeup. Leaving
make-up on over night will contribute to
clogging your skins pores with unwanted
oils and chemicals.
Tip: Most acne that
occurs on the lower face and neck area
is a direct result of bacteria.
Our hands are filthy, and covered in
germs and bacteria.
Most people
are unaware of how many time they rest
their chin in their hands, or prop
themselves up with their hands
throughout the day. If you can
make a conscious effort to reduce the
amount of time you spend placing your
hands on your face you will definitely
see less breakouts and blemishes in
those areas.
Tip: To prevent acne
during the summer heat, we suggest you
wear little or no make-up, and that you
wash your face in cool water with a very
mild soap as your skin will be more
sensitive. We are recommend that
you use a very mild conditioner to keep
your skin from drying out and peeling
which often happens in the summer.*
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Tip: We recommend that
you wear loose clothing that does not
rub or irritate the skin. For
times when you are playing sports or
just being more physical we suggest
wearing specially designed clothing that
wicks the moisture away from your body
keeping you cool and dry. And shower
right after any physical activity so
that your body has little time to absorb
the oils and perspiration.*
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