Smits
19-11-2007, 05:11 PM
I have seen how many acne related topics have been created and decided to make this, maybe it can be stikied. Most things will be quoted from a site my doctor gave me, i will add self knowledge and experiance aswell.
First things first, theres no guarantee on this, theres a chance your spots might not clear up completely, but more than likey they will go down.
Gently Cleanse Acne-prone Skin
Limit washing to twice a day – and after perspiring. Once in the morning and once at night as well as after perspiring heavily should be the limit. Perspiration, especially when wearing a hat or helmet, can make acne worse, so the skin should be gently cleansed as quickly as possible after perspiring.
Use a gentle, non-abrasive cleanser. Wash the face and other acne-prone areas with a gentle, non-abrasive cleanser that does not contain alcohol.
Use your fingertips. Apply the cleanser and wash with your fingertips. This reduces skin irritation. Using a washcloth, mesh sponge, or anything else can irritate the skin and lead to breakouts.
Never scrub the skin. Scrubbing the skin clean does not clear acne. In fact, scrubbing irritates the skin and can make acne worse.
Rinse with lukewarm water. Be sure to thoroughly rinse away the cleanser with lukewarm, not hot, water.
Shampoo regularly. If you have oily hair, shampoo daily.
Avoid over washing, if you wansh your face aot, it's been proven to irritate skin, and can cause acne to inflame. Also, avoid hard scrubbing, again this irritates skin.
AVOID THE FOLLOWING
Avoid Acne Skin Care Taboos
Astringents, rubbing alcohol, and tanning do not help clear acne nor keep acne-prone skin free from blemishes. Dermatologists recommend that their patients with acne and acne-prone skin avoid the following:
Astringents, exfoliators, masks, and toners. These products do not help clear acne. In fact, these can aggravate the skin and make acne worse. These products also may make it more difficult to tolerate prescription acne medications, so it is best not to use these when treating acne.
Greasy hair-care products. Oily hair-care products, such as oil-containing gels and pomades, can drip onto the skin and clog pores. This can cause acne.
Picking, popping, and squeezing pimples. People pick and pop pimples to get rid of them quickly. The truth is this prolongs healing time and increases the risk of scarring.
Rubbing alcohol. Some people apply rubbing alcohol in order to dry out the oily skin. This will not help clear acne nor prevent breakouts. It can irritate the skin and cause breakouts.
Tanning. Some people claim that their acne clears with sun exposure. The truth is that tanning does not clear acne. Tanning, however, does increase one’s risk of developing melanoma and other skin cancers.
Avoid touching the face throught the day, this can transfer dirt from your hands to your face and cause flare ups of acne.
MAKE-UP
Believe it or not there is no proven link between make-up and acne. Make-up does not cause acne, if applied correctly, it can also help cover up spots.
Makeup. The truth is makeup can be worn when treating acne — even when using topical medications. Just be sure to follow these guidelines:
Choose oil-free cosmetics that are labeled “noncomedogenic” (won’t clog pores).
Apply makeup after applying acne medication.
If you have trouble finding makeup that can be used with acne medication, consult a dermatologist.
Moisturizer can help to cure acne.
Moisturizer. Did you know that moisturizer can help calm irritated acne-prone skin? If your skin feels dry and you want to moisturize, follow these guidelines:
Use a moisturizer that is oil-free and says “noncomedogenic” (won’t clog pores).
If you use a topical acne medication, apply the moisturizer after applying the acne medication. If your skin still feels dry or stings, try applying the moisturizer before applying the acne medication.
Shaving, all men have to do it, unless they want facial hair, and practically all teenageers do it. Once they start growing facial hair.
Shave with Care
Men know that shaving when you have acne can be a challenge. Here are some dermatologists’ tips that can help give you a clean shave.
Before shaving, soften the hairs. Wetting the face thoroughly with lukewarm water can help soften the hairs.
Experiment. Try shaving with electric and safety razors to see which works best for you.
Make sure the blade is sharp. This helps prevents nicks from a safety razor, which can irritate the skin and lead to breakouts.
Shave lightly. This can help avoid nicking acne lesions, which can make acne worse.
Never try to shave off the acne. This aggravates the condition and makes the acne worse.
Nowadays practically every form of acne can be treated, if the above advice proves in effective, consult your local GP and whom may subscribe you medication, or pass you on to a specialist.
Good Luck clearing your acne!
Source: http://www.skincarephysicians.com/acnenet/acneguidelines_new.html
First things first, theres no guarantee on this, theres a chance your spots might not clear up completely, but more than likey they will go down.
Gently Cleanse Acne-prone Skin
Limit washing to twice a day – and after perspiring. Once in the morning and once at night as well as after perspiring heavily should be the limit. Perspiration, especially when wearing a hat or helmet, can make acne worse, so the skin should be gently cleansed as quickly as possible after perspiring.
Use a gentle, non-abrasive cleanser. Wash the face and other acne-prone areas with a gentle, non-abrasive cleanser that does not contain alcohol.
Use your fingertips. Apply the cleanser and wash with your fingertips. This reduces skin irritation. Using a washcloth, mesh sponge, or anything else can irritate the skin and lead to breakouts.
Never scrub the skin. Scrubbing the skin clean does not clear acne. In fact, scrubbing irritates the skin and can make acne worse.
Rinse with lukewarm water. Be sure to thoroughly rinse away the cleanser with lukewarm, not hot, water.
Shampoo regularly. If you have oily hair, shampoo daily.
Avoid over washing, if you wansh your face aot, it's been proven to irritate skin, and can cause acne to inflame. Also, avoid hard scrubbing, again this irritates skin.
AVOID THE FOLLOWING
Avoid Acne Skin Care Taboos
Astringents, rubbing alcohol, and tanning do not help clear acne nor keep acne-prone skin free from blemishes. Dermatologists recommend that their patients with acne and acne-prone skin avoid the following:
Astringents, exfoliators, masks, and toners. These products do not help clear acne. In fact, these can aggravate the skin and make acne worse. These products also may make it more difficult to tolerate prescription acne medications, so it is best not to use these when treating acne.
Greasy hair-care products. Oily hair-care products, such as oil-containing gels and pomades, can drip onto the skin and clog pores. This can cause acne.
Picking, popping, and squeezing pimples. People pick and pop pimples to get rid of them quickly. The truth is this prolongs healing time and increases the risk of scarring.
Rubbing alcohol. Some people apply rubbing alcohol in order to dry out the oily skin. This will not help clear acne nor prevent breakouts. It can irritate the skin and cause breakouts.
Tanning. Some people claim that their acne clears with sun exposure. The truth is that tanning does not clear acne. Tanning, however, does increase one’s risk of developing melanoma and other skin cancers.
Avoid touching the face throught the day, this can transfer dirt from your hands to your face and cause flare ups of acne.
MAKE-UP
Believe it or not there is no proven link between make-up and acne. Make-up does not cause acne, if applied correctly, it can also help cover up spots.
Makeup. The truth is makeup can be worn when treating acne — even when using topical medications. Just be sure to follow these guidelines:
Choose oil-free cosmetics that are labeled “noncomedogenic” (won’t clog pores).
Apply makeup after applying acne medication.
If you have trouble finding makeup that can be used with acne medication, consult a dermatologist.
Moisturizer can help to cure acne.
Moisturizer. Did you know that moisturizer can help calm irritated acne-prone skin? If your skin feels dry and you want to moisturize, follow these guidelines:
Use a moisturizer that is oil-free and says “noncomedogenic” (won’t clog pores).
If you use a topical acne medication, apply the moisturizer after applying the acne medication. If your skin still feels dry or stings, try applying the moisturizer before applying the acne medication.
Shaving, all men have to do it, unless they want facial hair, and practically all teenageers do it. Once they start growing facial hair.
Shave with Care
Men know that shaving when you have acne can be a challenge. Here are some dermatologists’ tips that can help give you a clean shave.
Before shaving, soften the hairs. Wetting the face thoroughly with lukewarm water can help soften the hairs.
Experiment. Try shaving with electric and safety razors to see which works best for you.
Make sure the blade is sharp. This helps prevents nicks from a safety razor, which can irritate the skin and lead to breakouts.
Shave lightly. This can help avoid nicking acne lesions, which can make acne worse.
Never try to shave off the acne. This aggravates the condition and makes the acne worse.
Nowadays practically every form of acne can be treated, if the above advice proves in effective, consult your local GP and whom may subscribe you medication, or pass you on to a specialist.
Good Luck clearing your acne!
Source: http://www.skincarephysicians.com/acnenet/acneguidelines_new.html