Acne at all ages is a big skin concern. Not only it gives us those nasty bumps, it severely hurts our self-esteem. My teenage years were a nightmare, and I still look back at those days with a shudder. But there is a life beyond superficial beauty, and every girl must realize that. Having said that, I know you all definitely want to clear your acne issues. Don’t all celebs too have bad breakouts and still need to face the paparazzi? Here are 7 acne clearing tips which top dermatologists recommend and celebs swear by.
Choose products with benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid:
To get rid of chronic acne and that too on a tight budget, choose products that contain benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid. Although they aren’t as fancy or fast as the in-office treatments, but do clear up most skin over a longer time frame of 1-2 months. Also, many drugstore products contain salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide and are really effective in curing acne. You can also use over the counter acne clearing gels with minimal concentration of these.
Cortisone shot helps:
If a monster zit pops up, and you have a big event lined up, do not fret. See your dermatologist for a cortisone shot. It’ll flatten your blemish in less than 36 hours. Dab on concealer to reveal flawless skin.
Consume lesser dairy products:
A diet tweak can also help in clearing acne. A top Los Angeles dermatologist advises her Hollywood clientele to avoid dairy four weeks before commencing a film shoot. This is because your body retains the extra hormones from cow’s milk, which can aggravate pimple-prone skin. Just cut back on your dairy intake to notice a difference.
Facial peels yield magical results:
Facial peels especially that contain papain enzymes or lactic acid help in smoothening the skin’s surface and boost radiance. It helps to unclog pores and prevent recurrence of acne. Many celebs swear by facial peels. You can try at home peels too with mild concentration of acids but be very careful about the process and instructions.
Exfoliate wisely:
While many people think that oily acne-prone skin shouldn’t be rubbed hard, gentle exfoliation is a must. Dermatologists recommend using a gel based cleanser with exfoliating beads and massaging it lightly into your skin. This clears pores, deep cleanses your skin and improves blood circulation. You can also use a wet warm wash cloth or a non-irritant cleansing brush to deeply refresh your face.
Load up on anti-oxidants:
Oil free lotions and light facial serums with anti-oxidants are best suited for acne troubled skin. It’s a myth that acne prone oily skin doesn’t need moisture. Serums and oil free moisturizers lock moisture without greasiness and the anti-oxidants help to fight dull damaged skin. Also consume a lot of anti-oxidants in your diet.
Photodynamic treatment:
If you can afford, photodynamic treatment is the one to splurge on. Skin doctors use it for severely acne-prone celebs, who can’t wait weeks for pills or creams to work. An amino acid medication is applied to the face a blue light is shone on it, for up to an hour to activate the liquid. These light-based professional treatments mainly use blue and red light, as they have an anti-inflammatory effect and can kill bacteria in the pores. It also has a stimulating effect on new fibroblasts to help heal the skin.
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