Acne prone skin can take away the confidence of most people. However, you can still be beautiful even if you have acne. Take steps to control acne and bring out all of your amazing attributes. Remember that acne cannot detract from your beauty because beauty starts from within.
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Method 1 of 3: Overcome Acne
Step 1. Clean your face twice a day
Wash your face with a gentle cleanser in the morning and before going to bed. Also, wash your face after sweating or wearing a hat or helmet. Use your fingers to apply the cleanser. A washcloth or sponge can irritate the skin.
Step 2. Use a topical acne medication
There are many effective over-the-counter medications that are effective for treating acne. Look for products that contain benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, alpha hydroxy acid, or sulfur. These ingredients are contained in gels, creams, scrubs, toners, and cleansers. If you don't know which ingredient will work best for your skin, start with benzoyl peroxide. Try a variety of ingredients to find which product works best.
- If you are using a gel or cream, apply it to freshly washed skin.
- The results will not be seen overnight. You may need to wait 2 to 3 months to see changes in your skin.
Step 3. Avoid acne-causing cosmetics
The products you use should be oil-free, water-based, and non-comedogenic because they are less likely to cause breakouts. Also, pay attention to the hairspray, gel, and other styling products you use. These products can clog pores. Try to keep it away from your face.
Step 4. Wear sunscreen every day
The sun is very damaging to the skin and many acne medications make the skin more sensitive to the sun. Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher. Many moisturizers already contain sunscreen. Make sure that the products you use protect your skin from both UVA and UVB rays. Wear sunscreen after washing your face and applying acne medication.
Step 5. Keep hands away from face
Remember everything you've touched throughout the day. When you touch your face, germs and bacteria from your hands move to your face and cause acne.
Make sure everything that touches your face is clean. For example, if you wear glasses, make sure the frames and lenses are cleaned regularly
Step 6. See a dermatologist
You've probably tried all the over-the-counter products and nothing works. A dermatologist can assess your skin and develop a plan to treat acne. Today, there are many options and remedies for acne treatment. You can control and prevent acne, and reduce the chances of scars and dark spots.
- Find a certified dermatologist in your area.
- Tell your doctor about the over-the-counter treatments you are using and your current skin care routine.
Method 2 of 3: Feeling Good About Yourself
Step 1. Say positive words to yourself
Usually, the meanest critic is ourselves. Your thoughts about yourself are very important. Do you always criticize your appearance? Do you often say negative things? Replace the negative words so that you are more confident. Start filtering thoughts. When negative thoughts start to enter your head, immediately replace them with positive thoughts.
- Instead of saying, "I'm ugly," say "I love who I am."
- The habit of saying positive things like this takes practice. You may not believe that positive statement at first. However, eventually you will start to believe.
Step 2. Don't compare yourself to others
When we look at other people, we tend to feel less than them. Maybe you feel that other people are more attractive or have nicer skin. Remember that you are only competing with yourself. You see other people from an outside perspective, but don't know what their real life is like. Focus on yourself and the positive qualities you have. If you're trying to improve yourself, track your progress and celebrate successes big and small.
Step 3. Exercise regularly
Exercise can reduce stress, increase self-esteem, and make the brain release hormones that cause feelings of pleasure. When you exercise, blood circulation becomes smooth and clogged pores open due to sweat. Aim for moderate exercise (brisk walking, swimming) 150 minutes a week or vigorous exercise (running, aerobics) 75 minutes a week. Find a physical activity that you enjoy.
Step 4. Don't judge yourself by appearances
Value yourself more than just your physical appearance. If you base your self-esteem on your appearance, you will only feel more disappointed. Think about the qualities, accomplishments, and other positive things (like friends, family, partners, etc.) in your life. By focusing on and developing these qualities, you can become more attractive inside and out.
Make a list of all the things you love about yourself. You'll be surprised to see how long the list is. If there are some things you don't like, make a plan to fix them
Method 3 of 3: Look Great
Step 1. Highlight your best features
Even if you have acne, you still have other attractive physical features. If you have beautiful hair or eyes, play with it. Find out what your best features are, then highlight them. In this way, people's attention will be diverted from acne and you will still feel beautiful and confident.
Step 2. Makeup
Makeup is a great way to cover up pimples. Start dressing up after washing your face, using acne medication, and applying moisturizer. Start with a liquid foundation that matches your skin tone, about the size of a coin. After the foundation dries, apply concealer. Finally, finish with a matte powder.
- Choose cosmetics that do not cause acne. Look for “non-sticky”, “non-comedogenic”, “non-acnegenic”, “hypoallergenic”, “non-irritating”, and “oil-free” labels.
- Mineral cosmetics can help reduce oiliness and redness. The product contains ingredients such as silica, titanium dioxide, and zinc oxide.
- Cosmetics containing dimethicone also help reduce redness.
- Never pop a pimple and then cover it with makeup.
Step 3. Wear clothes that you like
Clothing affects how people feel and how they perceive you. Choose clothes that make you more attractive and feel beautiful. Your confidence will shine. If you have acne and don't think you look good, try wearing nice clothes. You will feel better.
Step 4. Smile often
A smile is an easy and inexpensive way to feel beautiful. When you smile, you will be more attractive in the eyes of others. Smiling also changes how you feel about yourself. Smiling can improve your mood, boost your immune system, relieve stress, and release hormones that make you feel happy.
A smile is contagious and can also make the person who sees it feel better
Tips
- Severe stress can cause acne. So, try to always relax and calm.
- Use a gentle cleanser. Products like Clearasil can be harsh on sensitive skin at times.
- Always be confident wherever you go.
- If acne starts to make you feel insecure, don't focus on your flaws.
- How you feel about your outward appearance can distort your inner self-assessment, and vice versa. Start practicing bringing out your best attributes so you can feel good about yourself both inside and out.
- Do not use oil-based products. Try using an oil-free cleanser.
- Try not to squeeze the pimple. If you squeeze a pimple, a large red scar will appear which will take longer to heal. Pimples usually go away faster if left untreated.
