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Acne Myths

Myth #1: If you have acne, you need to wash your face until it's squeaky clean.

Fact: Over-scrubbing and harsh cleansing products only exacerbate acne.

Solution: Use gentle products designed specifically for your individual skin type.

For oily, combination or acne-prone skin, try Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser, for normal to oily skin, 16.0 -Ounce Bottles (Pack of 2) . There is also a gentler version for dry/sensitive skin.

Myth #2: Blackheads are dirt particles trapped in your pours.

Fact: Open comedones, dots around your nose and chin, are actually tiny pockets of sebum and dead skin cells that have risen to the surface of your skin and turned black due to oxidation.

Solution: Resist the urge to squeeze them. Try a clay mask to lift them out, or have a facialist help massage them out.

*Sebum: The oil secretion of the sebaceous gland that lubricates and protects hair and skin.

At home, try Estee Lauder Clear Difference Oil Control Hydrator For Oily Skin 1.7 oz . We also like Biore Pore Perfect Combo Pack Deep Cleansing Pore Strips , 14 strips [7 face + 7 nose strips]

Myth #3: Don't exfoliate if you have acne.

Fact: Sloughing off or dissolving the top layer of skin regularly prevents excess oils and dead skin cells from getting trapped inside pores and hair follicles.

Solution: Exfoliate to encourage younger, fresh cells to surface.

Note: Protect your face with an SPF product, especially after exfoliating.

Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant 2.6 oz. , is gently enough to use every day. Follow with B. Kamins , B. Kamins, Chemist Bio-Maple Matte Moisturizer SPF 15

Myth #4: Acne only affect adolescents.

Fact: Hormonal changes can occur and contribute to acne at any age. During puberty, pregnancy or your period, any hormonal activity can prompt pimples to appear.

Solution: Use acne-fighting products appropriate to your age and skin type.

Look for products that help fight breakouts but are also designed for mature skin, such as Clear Gel Moisturizer

Myth #5: Eating greasy food causes acne.

Fact: Acne sufferers often produce more sebum*, but this condition is genetic and natural oils in your skin are not derived from fried foods.

Solution: Good fats, like those found in walnuts, avocado and olive oil, as well as omega-3 fatty acids from salmon, soybeans and scallops, helps strengthen your skin's ability to repair itself.

Myth #6: Wearing makeup makes acne worse.

Fact: Some beauty products, even expensive ones, can clog pores and encourage or worsen acne. But this doesn't mean you can't wear makeup.

Solution: Many cosmetic brands offer non-comedogenic alternatives that won't clog pores. Some products even include acne-fighting ingredients

See also Quick Acne Elimination Review

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