by Nathan James

Those who suffer from frequent acne breakouts may be best served by practicing appropriate acne care to prevent them from occurring rather than battling an outbreak after is happens. There are many different possible causes for acne, including hormonal imbalances and stress as well as clothing that is too tight that tends to hold sweat and other bodily oils tight to the skin.

Proper acne care requires that a person prevents dead skin cells from mixing with the sebum that is secreted from the sebaceous glands. It is this mixture that clogs pores and appears on the skin as acne.

While there are some long-held beliefs about certain foods contributing to the outbreaks of acne, science has not been able to find a connection. Additionally, acne care is not something that only those going through puberty or other hormonal chances need to worry about. Acne knows no age limit and is not gender specific. It can attack people of any age unless appropriate acne care is exercised.

Sweating from rigorous exercise, especially if confined with tight clothing can add to the potential for an acne breakout. Showering immediately after an exercise session can lessen the chances of an outbreak. However, good acne care also includes exfoliating the dead skin cells from the surface, followed up with a moisturizer to help the dried skin from flaking and causing additional acne troubles.

Proper Skin Cleansing: Not Just Soap and Water

Some people imagine that they are taking the necessary steps to prevent acne breakouts, yet they still experience skin problems. Sometimes the soap that people imagine is helping to prevent acne is actually the source of the problem. Some drier sheets used in laundry and some deodorant soaps can be responsible for acne breakouts. Certain types of make-up contain high amounts of oil and thus can make the skin prone to a breakout of acne as well.

To care for the skin, you should use a 5% benzoyl peroxide solution on sensitive areas and a 10% formula on areas where your skin is thicker. Remember, however, that moisturizing the skin with an oil-free moisturizer is important after administering a benzoyl peroxide solution since the latter dries out the skin.

For persons with persistent acne problems, who find that normal acne care products have no affect on their skin, may have to visit a dermatologist for professional help with their acne care. Stronger topical medications are available and in some rare cases, prescription antibiotics may be prescribed.

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