Preventing Acne and Blemished Skin (simple tips)
Acne is simply when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells. And this in time can lead to pimples, blackheads or more severe cysts. Genetics sometimes plays a role. more common is foods high in sugar and dairy, which often can trigger acne in some people.
Cleanse skin using charcoal soap and use a charcoal oil-absorbing face mask.
Avoid essential oils for pregnancy/nursing (avoid shea butter for latex allergies). Keep essential oils away from children and pets. Wash skin before letting pets kiss you, if using cocoa butter or zinc oxide in sun protection creams.
If acne is painful, or leaving scars, see a GP or dermatologist.
- Eat healthy nutritious food. Learn to cook a few plant-based recipes!
- Get at least 150 minutes of weekly exercise and quality sleep (to reduce stress hormones).
- Stay hydrated. Six to eight glasses of water a day is a good aim for most people. Drink two glasses before each main meal, to easily achieve this.
- Let Dr Pimple Popper (a dermatologist) show you the safe way to pop a pimple, if you just have to! Doing it the wrong way could make things worse, and cause lifelong scarring.
Why avoid conventional acne beauty products?
Most contain salicylic acid that may clean pores, but can aggravate skin, and should be avoided by people who have allergies to aspirin or are pregnant/nursing.
Overcuse can also strip the skin’s natural oils, and make things worse. It also makes the skin more sensitive to sun and can interact with medicines, and even cause more break-outs by increasing cell turnover.
