i-Teen-Clear skin tips

Got skin problems? Admit it, we all do ‘ girls during that time of the month, and boys who are fixing up their trucks and playing in the mud.

Pimples are caused by oil that gets stuck in your pores called sebum, which is actually meant to wet your skin and hair. The reason it is more likely to see these blemishes on teenagers is simply because we are producing a high level of hormones. As a matter of fact we are producing more than enough which can lead to the clogging of oil on your skin.

The main areas for these glands are on the forehead, chin, and on your nose. Fortunately there are some very effective ways of preventing and reducing facial blemishes.

‘ Wash your face two times everyday and no more than twice. While washing. Be sure you are using warm water and soap that is intended to help people with skin clarity issues. Be sure not to wash your face too much, this could cause irritation. Some dermatologists recommend lotions that have benzyl peroxide to lessen the possibility of bacteria and excess oil clogging your pores.

‘ I know everyone does it but try not to pop your pimples. This could actually push back the unwanted oil you are trying to rid yourself of. You could end up with amore visible red and maybe even scarred area after doing so. If there’s something big coming up and you get a pimple go to a dermatologist and they’ll fix you right up.

‘ Try not to let your face rub against bacteria covered surfaces. This means leaning on things many have touched and avoiding touching your own face. You have touched door handles all your peers have touched at school, and have sat in a desk several students before you have to sit in. It is also helpful to wash your hands before using facial products such as lotion and makeup.

‘ If you’re a person who wears glasses, or uses sunglasses often, it is important you clean them to avoid buildup of oil in your pores.

‘ If you get acne on places other than your face it is suggested you stray away from clothes that don’t let your skin breathe. This is why often you see people with re-worn baseball caps and extremely tight shirts with acne problems.

‘ Don’t fall asleep with make-up on. It is necessary to remove all make-up or it builds up all night. Choose products that say ‘Remove your makeup before you go to sleep.’ When buying ‘non-comedogenic’ or ‘non-acnegenic.’ Don’t think twice before throwing out make up that doesn’t look the same as it did when you purchased it.

‘ Try and keep your hair out of your face. Remember that oil is naturally on your hair to make it smooth and excess oil is bad.

‘ Try to avoid extra sunlight like spending hours laying in the sun for the perfect tan. Although you may think a tan will make your overall appearance improve, on the contrary it will only help your body to create a greater amount of sebum.

If you have more questions about skin care it’s helpful to go to a dermatologist or an experienced skin professional at a salon or spa.