Previously published in Examiner
Acne prevention
Once you have had a bout with acne and have been treated for it, you may still need to continue your medication for awhile to avoid further outbreaks. You may also need to have some light therapy treatments. You doctor will discuss what you can do to prevent outbreaks.
There are also self care strategies that you can use to prevent further outbreaks.
When you wash your skin, use only a gentle cleanser. Don’t touch or pick at your acne. You have to find the right balance for washing your skin. It is recommended that you wash the acne area twice a day. This will remove the excess oil that accumulates. However, if you wash too much, you can irritate your skin. Make sure that all the products you use are non-greasy water-based products.
The best over-the-counter products to use for acne, are those that contain salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide. Don’t use heavy make-up, you will not be hiding your acne, you may be triggering it especially if the cosmetic are oil based. Use cosmetic powders, they will dry up the excess oil. Make sure you wash your face thoroughly and remove all make up before you go to bed. You don’t want the make up to clog up your pores. Wash your makeup brushes applicators, and pads with soapy water.
Shower after exercising or doing strenuous activity to remove sweat that will clog up your pores
Wear loose clothing and if possible don’t let anything touch your skin like cellphones, backpacks, helmets, straps and so on.
Source:
Mayoclinic