Myths You Need to Pay Attention to
Besides taking appropriate treatments, you should also know the do’s and don’ts of acne. Some unfitted practices might worsen the situation, and here are myths you need to pay attention to:
Mistake One: Cleaning Too Much
Our skin needs sebum to stay hydrated and moist. Obsessive cleaning damages the skin barrier and removes natural oils that we need, leaving the skin dry, flaky, irritated, and red.
Mistake Two: Using Harsh Cleansers
Similarly, using harsh cleansers and scrubs on the face makes skin thin and fragile. These facial care products are not helpful for acne treatments. Conversely, over-cleansing increases the risk of inflammation.
Mistake Three: Popping Pimples
Squeezing pimples makes you feel satisfied, but it interferes with the natural recovery mechanism of our skin. Meanwhile, popping pimples with hands can spread bacteria and cause further inflammation.
Mistake Four: Sleeping with Makeup on
Cosmetics chemicals can trap air pollutants and dirt, making your pores more clogged.
Mistake Five: Changing Acne Therapy Constantly
Every acne therapy takes time to manifest its effect. Keeping changing treatments may not achieve the best results.
The advice above is also applicable to rosacea and ingrown hairs. The aim of rosacea treatments is to reduce redness and inflammation through topical creams and medication. You can ask your dermatologist for more information.
