Acne Prone Skin Type: Daily Skin Care Regimen
Oily skin tends to be acne prone and the two tend to be synonymous more often than not. Breakouts around the forehead, jawline, and chin areas are common. Regardless of the cause of your breakouts, you still need to have a consistent daily skin care regimen which should includes the same types of products as in the Oily Skin Care regimen with a little extra care.
Here's a 5 step regimen for acne prone skin:
Cleanse, Exfoliate, Tone, Decongest and Moisturize
1- Apply a clarifying facial cleanser or a gentle foaming facial wash which will cleanse the skin and remove excess oil and dirt while drawing away toxins from the skin.
2- Use a noncomedogenic (non-pore clogging) moisturizer that is completely oil free and water based. The moisturizer should also contain a SPF of 30. Otherwise, you'll need to apply sunscreen right after applying your moisturizer.
3- Use a micro-exfoliant that is non-abrasive. You should not feel crystals or any pebble like materials rubbing against your skin. It will cause irritation.
4- Use a facial toner for acne prone skin that contains salicylic acid. Salicylic acid helps to reduce the instance of acne outbreaks.
5- Use a natural clay based mask to help decongest pores and minimize blackheads.
Always remove any makeup before going to bed each night. Makeup removal wipes are recommended, followed by using the cleanser, toner and moisturizer for your skin type. It's also best to do your facial masks in the evening for the sake of time.
If you have severe acne problems, a dermatologist can prescribe a cream and/or ointment that contains a mixture of benzyl peroxide, salicylic acid and an antibiotic if necessary.
Remember to never pick pimples and resist the urge to put your hands in your face. However, there are times when blemishes still occur after a bout with acne even when you do keep your hands out of your face. That's when fade creams on the market can be considered. A popular ingredient in fade creams is hydroquinone. However, there is some controversy over the safe use of hydroquinone over time so it may be best to seek out natural alternatives to fading blemishes. When outbreaks are infrequent, the dark spots will fade over time.
Lastly, use a clarifying shampoo to clean your hair if it tends to be oily. The constant contact between oily hair and your skin will encourage a breakout.
Follow this regimen for acne prone skin and along with the tips to protect and provide for your skin all year round.
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