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a) Cleaning the skin-
Use a gentle soap or specialized skin cleaner
for washing the face once or twice a day. It is important not to scrub
the skin as this will further aggravate the acne. Just use a soft cloth
to moisten the face and then apply the cleanser to all areas from the
hairline to the neck. Rinse the cleanser with plenty of water and pat
your face drive with a soft towel.
Those with
especially oily skin may need to use an astringent, but it must be used
with care. Only apply it to the parts of the face which are most oily
and discontinue use if your skin becomes irritated. It is best to
consult with a dermatologist if you feel you need to use an astringent.
Hair care is also an important part of skin care. Shampoo your
hair two or three times a week and try to keep it off your face as much
as possible. Those with oily hair may need to wash their hair once a day.
b)
Protect your skin from the sun-
A suntan dries your skin and
makes your acne less noticeable but, this hiding of acne is temporary.
Gradually, your skin becomes accustomed to sun exposure and slowly the
acne flares up, once again. Suntanning at the same time also means that
you are risking skin damage- that may cause premature aging or even lead
to skin cancer. If you are using some medicines or are under medication
for acne, the vulnerability increases. The medicines make the skin more
sensitive to sunshine and more prone to sunburn. Thats why, you should
always use sunscreen lotions while going out in direct sunlight.
c)
Choose makeup with care-
The best choice for good skin care is to
wear no makeup at all, but if you feel you must wear makeup choose some
that will not clog the pores. These products are labeled noncomedogenic,
but they may still cause acne in some people. Above all, avoid makeup
with an oil base.
d) Shaving-
Try both electric razors and
safety razors to see which is more comfortable. Don't use safety razors
with dull blades -- change the blade every two or three shaves. You may
have to shave around blemishes to avoid cutting them, and be sure to
soften the beard as much as possible with water and shaving cream.
e)
Avoid touching the skin-
Try to avoid touching your face as much as
possible. Many people do this unconsciously, but the hands are dirty and
oily and can spread germs over greater areas of your skin.
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