What you can do to prevent acne?

Acne, also called pimples, occur when your skin becomes too oily and the pores in your face become inflamed.

Usually, acne occurs on the face, but it can appear anywhere on the skin. Since it is a result of genetics and is triggered by androgen hormones, there is no surefire way to prevent them. But, making small changes in lifestyle and diet can help you reduce their severity.

Though the genetics and hormonal shifts are not in our control, we still can avoid clogged pores.

Here are some of the best ways to prevent acne and stop them from coming back:

1 – Wash Your Face Properly

It is important to clean your face thoroughly. Sweat removes toxins from our body and keeps the body temperature in check but you need to wash your face as soon as possible after sweating. It is better if you wash your face twice daily.

Once, when you wake up in the morning and once before going to bed. However, washing your face twice can make acne worse.

Always use a mild cleanser to wash your face as hard cleansers can make your face dry. If you feel that your skin is oily, use bloat papers to remove it but don’t scrub harshly. Also, use warm water to wash your face and not hot water.

2 – CBD Oil – Best Natural Remedy 

Free of negative side effects, CBD oil can help you prevent acne. CBD oil interacts with the endocannabinoid system of our body which communicates with the nervous system to produce various results.

CBD oil has anti-inflammatory properties which help in reducing the inflammation caused by acne.

Another benefit of using CBD oil is it lowers the production of sebum which causes acne. It also limits overall oil production in the face, which in turn reduces acne growth. Unlike other medications, CBD only targets problem causing skin cells and leaves the healthy cells alone.

3 – Choose Skin Products Accordingly

It is important to know your skin type. Compared to dry skin, oily skin is more prone to acne. In oily skin, sebaceous glands are overactive and produce too much oily sebum.

Combination skin is another type of skin which is prone to acne. In the combination skin, only a few areas such as the nose, chin, and forehead are oily.

Choose skin products which are oil-free as it doesn’t clog the pores. Products labeled as non-comedogenic and non-acnegenic are also good for the skin.

4 – Keep Yourself Hydrated 

Hydration is the key to better skin. Skin glands produce more oil when your body is dehydrated.

Other disadvantages of being dehydrated are redness and inflammation which worsens your acne.

Keeping yourself hydrated helps your skin glow. In order to keep yourself hydrated every time, drink at least 4-5 litres of water each day. Drink more water after exercise.

Try to drink one full glass of water after you wake up and one before going to bed. If you spend more time in a hot and humid environment, you must drink at least 6-7 litres of water every day. Drinking enough water also promotes weight loss.

Conclusion

There are many ways to prevent and reduce acne. Maintaining a healthy diet and not popping the pimples can reduce how long they stand on your skin. If you still get acne despite taking steps to prevent it, you must visit a dermatologist. They can determine the right treatment according to your skin type.

Taking steps to prevent acne may help but in the end, they’re not foolproof. No matter which prevention step you choose, have patience and stick to the step as preventing acne requires consistency to produce results.