How Do I Stop Pimples And Black Heads From Breaking Out On My Face?

Do you properly wash your face more than once a day?

Do you know your skin type?

Do you use any skin moisturizers?

Do you use any acne treatments when acne breaks out?

Do you drink at least 8 glasses of water everyday?

Do you regularly apply makeup or not remove the makeup applied properly?

Do you have the habit of touching your face regularly?

Are you under constant stress?

To help prevent pimples, it’s important to remove excess oil, dirt, and sweat daily. Washing your face more than twice a day may make acne worse, however. Don’t wash your face with harsh cleansers that dry skin.

Anyone can get pimples, no matter their skin type. Oily skin is the most pimple-prone. It’s caused by your skin’s sebaceous glands producing too much oily sebum. Knowing your skin type will help you choose the right skin care products.

Moisturizers help skin stay hydrated. But many moisturizers contain oil, synthetic fragrance, or other ingredients that may irritate skin and cause pimples. To help prevent pimples, use fragrance-free, noncomedogenic moisturizers after you wash your face or when your skin feels dry.

Use over-the-counter acne treatments. Over-the-counter acne treatments may help zap pimples fast or prevent them in the first place. Most contain either benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, or sulfur.

If you’re dehydrated, your body may signal your skin’s oil glands to produce more oil. Dehydration also gives your skin a dull appearance and promotes inflammation and redness.

It’s tempting to use makeup to cover up pimples. However, doing so may clog pores and trigger outbreaks. Avoid heavy foundations and use products that are fragrance free. Also, while removing makeup, use proper wipes and wash your face after removing the makeup.

Your hands encounter grime and bacteria constantly throughout the day. And each time you touch your face, some of those pore-clogging impurities may get transferred to your skin. Wash your hands regularly, and try to touch your face as little as possible.

Stress doesn’t cause pimples, but it may make them worse. Research has shown that when you’re stressed, your body produces more oil-stimulating hormones. Do yoga or meditation or any other hobby to relieve yourself of the stress.

Most of all, don't pop the pimples that do break out and check with a doctor if the advice is still not working as the breakout might be due to some hormonal imbalance.