Don’t overdo it with your acne home remedies or any other skin care treatments. Drying out your skin too much will cause the body to respond by generating even more oil which you then have to fight off even harder to prevent the pores from becoming clogged. This creates a vicious circle and leads to an untenable situation not unlike the yo-yo rollercoaster rides many dieters go through. Be gentle and gradual with your treatments.
Don’t touch and squeeze pimples unnecessarily. It will only extend their lifespan as they get further infected. If you must pop a pimple, wash your hands before and apply aloe vera gel to it afterwards.
Go easy on the acidy foods (like milk and dairy products, meat and coffee) as well as fat, fried and processed foods. While they may not be directly causing acne they can create imbalances and poor health within the body which then promotes acne and poor skin conditions. Make some tests and see which foods your skin reacts negatively to and resolve to not eat them.
Avoid using antibiotics to fight off acne. The bacteria are likely to grow resistant to these substances and may end up strengthened in the long run. They are also prone to be causing side effects or imbalances in the body and counteract any home remedy for acne your are using.
Using home remedies for acne requires patience and persistence but the payoff is more than worth it
Do try a new remedy on a small area before applying it to your whole face. Different skins will obviously react differently to the same substances. Be selective and patient and you will avoid unpleasant situations should a product or substance create an undesirable effect on your skin.
Do get some sun and fresh air. Exposing the skin to the sun will nourish it with vitamin D – just don’t go overboard. Prolonged exposure to the sun can damage acne-prone skin and create redness.
Favor water-based products over oil-based ones. There is probably too much oil in your skin to begin with.
Reduce your stress level as much as you can – while it is not scientifically proven, it is possible there is a link between stress and acne. Learn to recognize when you are stressed and pay attention to how your skin reacts. You don’t have to wait for science to tell you what you are experiencing. If you are stressed, take up breathing exercises. Breath is a good indicator of what your stress level is and it can be regulated through it.
Be consistent and patient. Don’t quit any of the natural home remedies for acne before 2 or 3 months if they are not causing irritation or other adverse effects. Unlike stronger prescriptions, home remedies are a gentle and natural approach – they take time and they are worth it.
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