Hey there, viewers!
Nobody likes acne.
Most people think you only get it during your teen years.
But that’s not true.
You can get acne during adulthood as well!
And you don’t only get it on your face.
You can also get it on your chest and back.
It’s called body acne.
In today’s video, we’ll be talking about 13 tips to get rid of body acne.
Should you try topical retinoid?
Can your workouts impact your body acne?
We’ll be talking about all of this AND more…
1.
Use An Acne Cleanser Usually, soap and body wash would be enough
to clear the dirt and oil off your face.
But for an acne breakout, there are specific cleansers that can help.
You need to pick a cleanser with ingredients that help your skin’s needs.
For instance, if you have oily skin, you will need to choose a product with benzoyl peroxide.
You need to ensure the benzoyl peroxide in your acne cleanser is less than 5%.
If it’s stronger, say 10%, it can cause skin dryness.
It can also irritate the skin on your face.
If you have sensitive skin, you should choose gentle cleansers with lactic acid.
You can also use a cleanser with hydrating ingredients such as glycerine (gliss-er-in).
Your skin will not dry up the same way it would if you used brands for oilier skin.
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2.
Resist the Urge To Pick Your Acne If there’s one thing you most certainly
shouldn’t do, it’s pop or pick your pimples.
For one, your hands are never 100% clean, and any dirt on them can get to your skin,
causing further problems.
There’s also dirt under the fingernails that can get to the skin.
Secondly, if you pop the acne in a poor fashion, you will end up causing it to spread even
more.
You could even get an infection.
By popping, you will also be leaving a pitted scar on your face, which is a lot more difficult
to get rid of.
If you need to pop the pimple, there are certain things you can do to reduce your chances of
infection.
You will need to clean your hands as much as you can.
Once you’ve popped that pimple, make sure you apply antibiotic ointment to that area.
This way, you reduce the chances of the acne spreading to other parts of your face.
3.
Try a Topical Retinoid Another way to get rid of an acne breakout
is by using a topical retinoid.
You can use either a prescription drug, or go for a certain gel that’s available over
the counter.
These products can adjust your skin cell turnover and bring down the inflammation levels in
the skin.
Not only does this help clear your skin, it also reduces your chances of getting acne
in the future.
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Develop Good Workout Habits When you have an intense workout session,
you sweat a lot.
There are a few things you need to do around your workouts to make sure you don’t trigger
acne.
For instance, before you start your workout, wash your face.
This is so that it doesn’t cover the pores.
If you have make up on your face while sweating, you’re going to clog the pores up.
This results in acne.
Even after you complete your workout session, you will need to wash your face immediately
after getting rid of all the sweat.
You can also use an exfoliating cleanser so that your pores remain clear.
This will remove extra oil.
5.
Remember Sunscreen Sunlight is important for your body, as it
gives you the vitamin D you need.
That doesn’t mean you spend a crazy amount of time out in the sun.
If you have to go outside, it’s best to put on sunscreen.
Too much exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays will increase the aging of your skin.
It will cause your acne spots to darken.
At the same time, many sunscreen lotions can cause acne breakouts.
When choosing a lotion, pick one that is oil-free.
This way, you won’t be clogging up your spores.
Of course, sunscreen lotions are not the only way to protect yourself from the sun’s rays.
You can also go for non-medical solutions such as a hat, or even an umbrella.
These provide shade.
6.
Change Your Diet Sometimes, the food you eat can cause acne.
For instance, foods such as burgers, fries and soft drinks can be responsible for the
acne on your skin.
If you’re constantly facing acne, you will need to stay away from dairy products, as
well as foods that are high in carbs.
Foods that raise the insulin levels in your body can cause inflammation, which in turn
can lead to acne.
Instead, it would be better for you if you stuck to a low-glycemic diet.
Also, eating a lot of leafy green vegetables can help.
These foods are rich in antioxidants, which reduce the chances of inflammation.
They can also help improve the quality of your skin.
Other foods that can boost your skin quality are eggs, legumes, and quinoa.
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7.
Other Prescription Treatments You may have heard that rubbing toothpaste
or alcohol on the acne can get rid of it.
Rather than treating the problem, these methods only cause more dryness, and create irritation.
Instead, the best solution is to stick to over-the-counter that have salicylic (sal-iss-ill-ick)
acid or benzoyl peroxide.
These will target your acne.
If you insist on a home remedy, grab a cotton ball and dab tea tree oil on your skin a few
times a day.
If the acne is not responding to these treatments, talk to your doctor can prescribe topical
and oral antibiotics.
These medications get rid of your acne by killing bacteria on the skin.
They also bring down inflammation levels and reduce redness.
8.
Manage Your Stress and Get Enough Sleep When you’re under a lot of stress, and don’t
get enough sleep, you develop health issues.
An outbreak of acne is certainly one of these side effects.
It’s important that you take whatever steps you can to reduce your stress levels.
It can be as simple as listening to music or taking a bath.
You should also make sure you get to bed earlier, especially if you’re not getting enough
sleep.
Giving yourself more time to sleep can reduce your chances of acne flaring up.
9.
Shower Regularly
Not showering daily can lead to more chest acne.
Regular showers help remove dirt, bacteria, dead skin cells, and sebum from your body.
These are the elements that block your pores, leading to acne.
Hit the shower daily to avoid aggravating your body acne.
You can use lukewarm water for the best results.
Consider a cold rinse at the end to help close your pores.
10.
Exfoliate Once a Week
Your skin goes through a process called cell turnover.
As a result of this, dead skin cells come to the surface to make way for the new skin
cells beneath.
These dead skin cells do not get away on their own.
They ultimately end up clogging your pores, causing acne.
This is where exfoliating frequently can help.
Exfoliate once a week, and watch your skin get noticeably smoother over time.
Remember, the key is to do it once a week.
Doing it more often will only irritate the skin.
11.
Use a Non-Comedogenic Body Lotion
Non-comedogenic means non-pore clogging.
This is important when choosing a product like body lotion.
You want something that’s going to stay on your body day and night.
Non-comedogenic body lotion keeps your skin hydrated without clogging pores.
Some body lotions might even contain salicylic acid to help clear your preexisting body acne.
Make sure you choose a non-fragrant body lotion, as fragrance can irritate your skin.
12.
Try Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil is a widely recommended home remedy to get rid of acne.
Experts even say products with 5% of this oil may work just as well as 5% benzoyl peroxide.
Just remember you have to be really patient when using home remedies like tea tree oil.
It works a bit slower than conventional treatments.
Wondering how to use tea tree oil to get rid of acne?
Apply pure tea tree oil all around your body.
If you’re skeptical about using a pure one, you can easily get over-the-counter acne products
with tea tree oil.
13.
Switch Laundry Detergent
Washing your clothes is a must when you want to keep germs at bay.
But be careful as to what you wash your clothes with!
Certain laundry detergents can cause body acne.
These detergents have chemicals and fragrances that irritate your skin.
If you’re already suffering from body acne, maybe look for laundry detergents labeled
as “hypoallergenic.”
Interested in knowing more about acne?
We discussed how to get rid of body acne.
But what causes it in the first place?
Acne can result from things you didn’t even realize.
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Or better yet, watch both, and learn more about acne and your skin health.
Will you be trying any of these tips to get rid of body acne?
Let us know in the comments below!