Avoid These 5 Skincare Mistakes To Prevent Worsening Acne-Prone Skin.

A clean, blemish-free face is what we all yearn for. But to achieve that kind of skin, you need to be very vigilant about skincare. The constant struggle to achieve soft and glowing skin intensifies if you have acne-prone skin. You need to apply multiple products and try different remedies to cleanse your skin, including facewash. A facewash is necessary to keep this nasty-looking and hideous acne/pimples away. An ideal facewash helps get rid of oil, dirt, sweat and makeup off your face, which causes breakouts. 

Mistake #1: Using Harsh Or Abrasive Products On Acne-Prone Skin.

An exfoliating cleanser or scrub may act as an effective solution in eliminating acne-causing bacteria and unclogging the pores. However, using such harsh and abrasive products is not always optimal for treating acne-prone skin. The harsh exfoliants might help remove dead skin cells. But it can also clog the pores and contribute to breakouts. Therefore, you have to be careful while selecting such products. Also, avoid harsh exfoliants or things with high alcohol content, as they can irritate the already inflamed skin, ultimately causing the worse.

Mistake #2: Scrubbing Your Face Too Much. 

Acne-prone skin is susceptible to damage quickly. The act of scrubbing your face can lead to low-grade inflammation. Over time, this inflammation can lead to various skin problems such as early ageing, uneven skin tone, aggravating acne or causing other breakouts. Avoid using makeup wipes as it leaves oil on the skin, which may clog pores. 

Mistake #3: Sticking To Your Phone All The Time. 

Your phone screen houses a lot of bacteria and makeup remnants that can transfer onto your face and cause breakouts. In addition, the continuous use of phones can lead to blemishes on your face. As per the research, each cell phone screen square inch can roughly contain about 25000 germs. While you are on call, these bacteria can build up on your chin and cheek leading to congested skin. Hence, cleaning the phone screen after a few uses is advisable to avoid untimely acne/pimple breakouts. 

Mistake #4: Washing Your Face With Soap.

Soaps contain harsh chemicals which are not suitable for face cleansing. The pH levels of ordinary commercial soaps are usually between 9 to 11. Therefore, soap increases the skin’s pH level, leading to problems on the face. In addition, soaps and cleansers can make the skin dry and irritable. Hence, avoid using soaps frequently. 

Mistake #5: Washing Your Face In The Wrong Way.

Washing your face is an integral part of your daily routine. It is the simplest method to keep your skin clean and refreshed. It is an easy process, just wet your face, rub on some cleanser, then rinse and dry and you are good to go. However, little do you realize that you might be doing it incorrectly. 

Correct Tips for Taking Care of Acne-Prone Skin

If you are trying to prevent pimples, you need to follow the proper technique mentioned below.

• Firstly, choose the right cleanser according to your skin type. The oily skin type should choose water-based products. For dry skin, avoid using foaming and exfoliant cleansers. For combination skin, avoid heavy cleansers.
• Use a natural exfoliator instead of a physical scrub. Salicylic acid, niacinamide and glycolic acid are amazing natural exfoliators. They exfoliate the skin gently and reduce acne. 
• Use non-comedogenic moisturizers and sunscreens. Many sunscreens might clog your pores and lead to facial acne.
• Invest in a good quality facial toner to maintain the pH level. Make sure it doesn’t contain alcohol.

So, ladies, it’s time to bring your struggle to find an effective anti-acne skincare range to an end. So hurry and check out natural products from Clovia Botaniqa for long-lasting results. 

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