An Easy Anti Acne Skincare Routine
Acne is a skin condition that millions of people all over the world suffer from.
Many assume it is an adolescent condition but there are plenty of adults who also get frequent or occasional acne breakouts. Its commonality doesn’t make it any less frustrating and concerning.
Though there are far more serious skin problems than acne – because eventually it does clear up - the sheer relentlessness of the breakouts and flare ups can have a detrimental impact on anyone including their self-esteem.
The massive incidence of acne has also resulted in plenty of effective products available that can calm the issue and even help to keep the worst acne at bay for extended periods.
The most essential thing to do in order to manage your acne is to commit to a regular, structured skincare routine. It means following a few steps each time and using a handful of suitable products. The importance of regularity is especially significant with acne, as breakouts can be caused by changes from dryness to oiliness, and by too much contact and irritation on the affected skin. Any break in the routine allows acne to regain a stronger hold. With so many different products to browse and tips to follow, it can be overwhelming for someone trying to establish a routine that works for them.
If you want to take control of your acne, then here is a no fuss, easy anti-acne routine that can help anyone.
Cleanse
Cleansing is the best way to neutralize the balance of skin without over drying it. Your skin then becomes a clean, clear base that then becomes a canvas for the products that can actively work to reduce symptoms of acne.
Hydrate
Once you have cleansed, tour skin needs to be rehydrated but without making it too oily. It is a fine balancing act, but one that is necessary to attempt for perfect skin! Although it might seem counterintuitive, acne prone skin does still need to be moisturized.
What you need to look for is a product that does that job without clogging your pores. Anything with natural oils will be absorbed quickly and won’t linger on the surface to cause imbalance and irritation.
Treat
The next stage involves the product that will work to treat and fight the acne. The most effective treatments are those that contain salicylic acid, pro retinol and alpha-hydroxy acids. These help to improve cell turnover, reduce breakouts and minimize the size of pores.
Protect
The finishing touch on any skincare routine should be regular use of sunscreen for protection. Wearing an SPF is absolutely essential for everyone, not just those with acne. Sunlight has been identified as a trigger for acne breakouts and this is more than enough reason to persuade acne sufferers to regularly apply a high factor sunscreen every time they go outside.
Now that you have a routine to follow, what products should you include?
There are many great options available both on shelves and through doctor prescription, but some of the best recommended for the routine specified above include:
Avene Adult Acne Routine , this set includes a full routine to treat adult acne:
Cleanance Foaming Gel: Washes off impurities gently with a non-irritating soap-free gel. Comedomed: Works on visible and invisible comedones or acne. Excellent make up base. Cleanance Solaire SPF 50: Prevents sun damage and acne marks, and leaves the skin beautifully mattified.
Vichy Normaderm Acne Routine , this set includes:
Normaderm Phytosolution Purifying Cleansing Gel: Perfectly removes impurities and sebum excess.
Normaderm Purifying Pore-Tightening Lotion: Renews the skin, minimizes pore size, and limits pimples and blemishes.
Normaderm Phytosolution Double Correction Daily Care: Purifies and corrects pimples, blackheads and marks.
Ideal Soleil Mattifying Face Fluid Dry Touch SPF 50: Counteracts the damaging effects of sun exposure and leaves the skin shine-free.
Sunscreens for acne prone skin:
Dermalogica Oil Free Matte SPF30, Sunscreen, an oil-free, lightweight formula that protects acne-prone skin from UVA/UVB radiations and absorbs excess oils for an all-day matte finish.
Eucerin Sun Fluid Mattifying SPF 50+, a daily sunscreen with a very high sun protection factor specifically formulated for oily and acne-prone facial skin.
IS Clinical Eclipse SPF 50+, an antioxidant rich sunscreen that provides all-physical broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection for acne prone skin.
Once you have found a set of products and routine that you like, the key is to commit to regular skincare in order for your face and skin to adjust to the timing and benefits of the products.
Trust the process and your fight against acne will be one that you can definitely win.
