31 May Simple Ways To Reduce Acne Breakouts

Simple Ways To Reduce Acne Breakouts

Avoid these habits to reduce breakouts. Here at Serenity Aesthetics & Wellness, we successfully treat a number of clients who suffer from acne prone skin. Quality skincare, health and wellness is not just a financial investment, but an investment of your time as well. If you have been successful in correcting your acne, but a few weeks or months later you notice the dreadful cycle begin to start again, practice these habits.

Wash Your Face Twice A Day

It is important to wash your face morning and night as it helps to rid the skin of impurities and bacteria that cause acne. Sweating can also lead to breakouts so be sure to wash your hands and face after exercising or any activity that triggers perspiration on the face.

Be Gentle

A gentle cleanser applied to the face with light pressure from your fingertips is the best way to cleanse your face when dealing with breakouts. Abrasive face cleansers or Polish as well as face brushes can irritate the skin and worsen your condition. In addition, opt for alcohol free products on the face.

Keep Your Hands Away From Your Face

Avoid touching your face with dirty hands. In addition, NEVER pop, pick, or squeeze any acne. Leave extractions to your licensed skin care professional. Manipulating your acne in this way can cause an increase in flare ups and increase healing time. This can also lead to acne scars and post inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

Consistent SPF Use

Active Ingredients used to treat acne can be photosensitive and irritable when exposed to UV light. To remedy this, prioritize use of active ingredients at night and use SPF 30 or higher each morning to protect your skin.

If you are guilty of neglecting any of these tips, then you may have found your answer to long term clear skin. Book a consultation with one of our licensed skin care professionals to help correct your acne prone skin. Also, visit us in the office or online to restock on your favorite skin care products to treat acne prone skin.