So, you constantly got acne during your teenage years and blamed your hormones for it.
But even as an adult, you still keep getting acne...only now you can’t blame hormones
for it.
Hi viewers and welcome back to another bestie video.
While hormones still play a role in adult acne, clogged pores might be the biggest factor
causing acne, pimples and blackheads.
You may think to yourself, "Oh, I just need to be stricter with my skincare routine."
But, what you might fail to realize is that it’s your bad habits that play a big part
in clogging your pores.
And in today’s video, we will tell you what these are from over-exfoliating, not using
sunscreen, dirty towels, bathing irregularly to smoking and more, watch till the end to
learn about all of them.
Forgetting To Remove Your Makeup Before Bed: We know you've heard this before, but it bears
repeating; Removing your makeup is an essential step in your skin-care routine.
Because not doing so allows the makeup, oil, and environmental pollutants that gather on
your skin all day to settle into your pores while you sleep.
Not only does this cause breakouts and speed up the aging process, but it also contributes
to enlarged pores.
If you are too tired to make it to the bathroom, stash facial cleansing wipes by your bed for
easy access.
Make sure the wipes are suitable for sensitive eyes as well.
Do you always remove your makeup before going to bed?
What are the reasons that can cause you to not remove makeup before bedtime?
We would love to know in the comments section below!
Sleeping on dirty sheets: Conventional wisdom dictates washing your sheets weekly, but if
you have clogged pores, you might want to do it more often to protect clear skin.
Pillowcases and bed sheets can easily harbor a buildup of oil, dirt, and dead skin, which
transfers back to your skin at night, leading to clogged pores and causing blemishes.
You want your sheets to be clean and not clogging your pores.
Consider switching out your pillowcase at least every three days as well.
Over exfoliating: Exfoliating is a great way to score baby-soft skin, but as with all things
in life, too much of a good thing can be bad.
There are a lot of ways to overdo it: Doing it too often as the recommended frequency
is once or twice a week, using a higher percentage of acids, or scrubbing a little too hard that
can damage the skin barrier.
When you go overboard with exfoliating, you strip your skin of its natural oils, which
causes your glands to go into overdrive and produce more.
The excess grease causes your pores to get clogged.
Try to use a chemical exfoliant with a low percentage.
Skipping Toning: It’s true that dirt can clog pores.
What you don’t know is cleansing cannot remove all the debris that settles into your
pores.
That’s why it’s important to follow up your face cleansing with toning.
It is liquid-based, so it can go deeper into your pores.
If your pores are constantly clogged, they may appear larger.
Toning can make them less visible by tightening your skin.
After cleansing, apply a toner and finish up with night cream or moisturizer.
Not Using Sunscreen: There are many reasons to wear sun protection.
Too much sun exposure can damage the collagen of your skin.
Collagen is the protein structure that holds your skin together.
When you don’t have enough, your skin sags, giving more reason for dirt to accumulate
into your pores.
Clogged pores are not the only problem.
Not wearing sunscreen increases your chances of developing age spots or, worse, skin cancer
such as squamous cell carcinoma.
You need sunlight to help your body produce vitamin D, but sun exposure without any protection
should be only for 20 minutes on midday.
For all the other times, you have to wear sunscreen.
You touch your face frequently throughout the day: You probably don’t even notice
how often you touch your face during the day.
But think of all the different things your hands and fingers touch all the time like
money, public doorknobs, desks and tables, sink handles and your credit card.
Now imagine how you touch your face with these hands.
This could cause oil, bacteria, viruses, allergens, and other impurities to transfer to your skin
and clog pores.
There are a couple of things you can do to ease yourself out of this habit.
Ask your family, friends, and coworkers to let you know whenever you touch your face
so you’re more conscious of when you do it.
Or you can try sitting on your hands, this way you’ll be more aware of what you’re
doing with them.
Talking on your cell phone: Yes, your mobile phone can be the reason for clogged pores.
Phones with bigger screens usually touch our face; right from the ear to the cheeks and
side of the chin.
Your phone screens collect makeup, dirt, oil and can harbour germs which after coming in
contact with the skin can cause the pores to be blocked.
Clean your phone as often as possible or avoid touching the screen to your face.
You Wear Oily Makeup: Does your makeup contain lanolin, mineral oil or petroleum?
If so, this may be a reason for your breakouts.
While helpful for balancing dry skin, for folks with acne- prone skin these oils can
further trap skin cells and create pimples.
Make sure all your makeup is non-comedogenic, meaning it won’t clog pores.
Over Washing Your Face: If you’re washing your face more than twice a day, are using
drying toners or regularly skip using face moisturizers, there’s a good chance you’re
over- drying your face.
When your skin is dry, your body reacts by producing more oil, which could contribute
to more breakouts.
Stop the cycle by sticking to a daily skin care regimen and washing your face once or
twice a day at most.
Smoking: Smoking is a bad habit, both for active as well as passive smokers, as it is
a leading cause of heart disease and lung cancer.
At the same time, smoking is linked to skin problems.
When you smoke, harmful residue is left behind on the skin.
This dirty residue can clog your pores, discolor your skin and result in an unhealthy dullness.
Regular smoking also exacerbates skin conditions like psoriasis and saggy skin.
A study published found that smokers were more likely to suffer from adult acne as compared
to nonsmokers.
Quitting is the easiest way to protect your skin from damage.
Wearing Makeup during a Workout: When going to the gym or exercising at home, your face
should be totally clean and without any trace of makeup.
Do not even put on a moisturizer.
Sweating is your body’s natural method of staying cool while you exercise.
But if you are wearing makeup, it can trap sweat and bacteria.
This can result in clogged pores, which can lead to blackheads, skin irritation and increased
breakouts.
At the same time, always remember to take a shower or at least wash your face after
a workout.
Otherwise, the sebum that flowed from your pores while sweating will remain there and
clog your pores.
Using Dirty Towels: Usage of dirty towels for our face can result in clogging of pores.
The dirt and germs can deposit on your thoroughly cleansed face, which is the ideal surface
for microbial growth.
Wash your towels regularly and dry them properly.
Humid areas like bathrooms can stimulate the growth of bacteria on the towel.Always use
a separate towel for your face and body.
For best results.
try washing them thrice a week.
Applying Products Not Ideal For Your Skin Type: Sometimes, you can blame the skincare
products for your clogged skin pores.
Many people are habitual of purchasing cosmetic products suggested by a salesperson or a friend,
despite the fact that you may not have a similar skin type.
You should apply products which are made for the skin type you have.
Also, you should not just use any product that is available.
For instance, a lot of liquid shower gels and soap bars consist of strong chemical substances
that can dry up the lean, delicate facial skin.
Look at the ingredients before you purchase a product.
Additionally, the water-proof cosmetics which you adore a lot, are probably full of much
more oils, making a layer on the skin.
Stop putting on waterproof cosmetics for a long time as it may block the skin pores and
cause acne outbreaks and other skin problems.
Apart from a clear, ace free skin, a lot of us want skin which is wrinkle free and younger
looking.
For that you need to avoid certain activities.
Watch this video titled “13 Activities To Avoid If You Want Younger Looking Skin”
to find out what they are.
Now back to habits clogging your pores.
Bathing Irregularly: Having a hot bath for a long time and washing your hair oftentimes
seem quite relaxing.
However, at times the method you use body cleanser as well as conditioner may cause
several skin disorders which include clogged skin pores.
For example, when you rinse your hair, you apply a conditioner and allow it to stay on
the hair while you do other things.
This habit may clog the skin pores.
Just remember to rinse away the conditioner as well as your face perfectly prior to moving
out of your bathroom.
Furthermore, stay away from using warm water for bathing because it can strip your skin
of the natural oils working as a shielding layer.
Rather, have a lukewarm bath to allow trap moisture and also it is great for the tresses
as well.
Do you have any of the bad habits that we mentioned today?
Or your pores are getting clogged because of some other reasons.
Tell us what they are in the comments section below!