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A Daily Acne Routine For A Clear Complexion
December 4, 2011Search more topics here
In the Morning
When you wake up in the morning the first
thing to do for your skin is wash your face. This removes excess oil and dirt
from the surface of your skin. Choose a facial cleanser that contains an alpha
hydroxy acid such as glycolic acid. In addition to cleaning the skin, it
exfoliates dead skin cells, which can block pores, which cause pimples and
acne.
Next, Toner
After initially washing the face with a
cleanser, use a toner to exfoliate and clear out your pores. A toner with
salicylic acid can penetrate the pores to remove dead skin cells and build up
of sebum. Apply toner to a cotton ball and swipe all over the face.
Spot Treatment
Even after completely cleaning your face
there will always be one red spot or pimple that you feel sticks out on your
face. By using targeted acne spot treatment on these areas you can reduce and
eliminate these pronounced pimples. Over the counter acne treatments contain
benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid to clean out the pores and remove bacteria,
dead skin cells and sebum. With moderate or severe acne over the counter acne
treatment may not do the trick. Your dermatologist can prescribe prescription
acne treatments. Topical retinoids should be applied all over the face at night
after you wash your face and before you go to bed.
Moisturizing
For people with oily skin using a moisturizer
is not necessary. However, acne treatments can dry out the skin making it flaky
and red. Applying a thin layer of moisturizer on the face after cleaning the
skin can hydrate and leave the skin smooth. Always use a non-comedogenic
moisturizer to avoid clogging your pores, which can result in more acne.
