Adult Acne
While there are many great prescription skin care products and over-the-counter options for adult acne, it is a good idea to start with natural remedies. You can try these first or use them in combination of what your dermatologist recommends.
Give Your Skin a Break
It is possible that the reason your skin is reacting with adult acne is because of all the products you use on a daily basis. Give your skin a break and let it breathe by detoxing it. This is done by removing all makeup from your skin and any skin care products you have used.
Cleanse and exfoliate it well, then leave it alone for the rest of the day. Doing this over the weekend when you don’t have anywhere to go that requires putting on makeup is a good idea. Cleanse your face twice a day and use moisturizer, but use only a gentle one. Also make sure your hair is clean so no hair oils affect your hairline or jawline. Continue reading
When you are working on fighting your acne, it sometimes comes down to what you choose to put into your body. While sugar might not be the only reason you have acne, like you might have heard when you were younger, it is possible that you aren’t getting the nutrients you need to properly replenish and hydrate your skin. These foods are excellent choices for improving your skin and fighting acne at the same time.
Fruits and Veggies
First of all, you should be eating a lot more fruits and vegetables. These are not only good for weight management and your overall health, but they contain a lot of important nutrients that your skin needs to fight off acne-causing bacteria.
For example, red grapes contain antioxidants that can help you have clear skin, while avocadoes have vitamin C and vitamin E for improving your skin condition. Fennel is also good, since it helps to get rid of the toxins in your skin. Consume more broccoli, artichoke, lemons, and oranges to get even more vitamin C, which is a natural antioxidant to reduce inflammation on your skin. Continue reading
