Tips to care of skin at home if you have Acne

Acne that comes in different forms can turns a beautiful confident looking face into an embarrassing feeling face. Most of us have them in our teenage age. It is the age when everyone wants to look beautiful and bold but acne can destroy this dream.

 It’s not bad to have Acne but the bad is when you not start treating acne at correct time. You also have to take extra care of skin because if you do not then it is going bad for your skin. The normal acne can be worse and can leave skin scares.

 Here are the basic tips you need to follow that can prevent you having more acne.

Basic tips to follow at home

• Make it routine to wash your face about twice daily. Do not wash it more often. Use a mild soap made especially for people with acne, and warm water.
• Do not scrub the skin. Experts advise the use of an OTC lotion which contains benzoyl peroxide.
• Don't try to burst the pimples. You may push the infection further down, causing more blocking and worse swelling and redness.
• If you have to get rid of a pimple for some event, such as a wedding, or public speaking occasions, ask a specialist to treat it for you.
• Try to refrain from touching your face with your hands.
• When you are on the phone try not to let the receiver touch your face - there may be sebum and skin residue on it
• Keep your hands clean, wash them regularly
• Always wash your hands before touching your face. This includes before applying lotions, creams or makeup.
• Glasses should regularly be cleaned. They will collect sebum and skin residue
• You skin needs to breathe. If your acne is on your back, shoulders or chest try wearing loose clothing. Tight garments, such as headbands, caps and scarves should be avoided - if you have to wear them make sure they are cleaned regularly
• Don't go to sleep with makeup on.
• Hair collects sebum and skin residue. Keep your hair clean and away from your face
• Too much sun can cause your skin to produce more sebum. Several acne medications make it more likely that you will be sunburned
• If you shave your face, do it carefully. Use either an electric shaver or safety razors. If you use a safety razor make sure the blade is sharp. Soften your skin and beard with warm soapy water before applying the shaving cream.
• Shampoo your hair daily, especially if it is oily.
• Have a good diet contain fruits and vegetables.

By following these tips you can control acne and it also prevent you to having more acne. It’s always good to prevent acne by naturally rather than treating them by medicine.