How to Prevent Acne? (Facial Scars)

Some people say that acne is a normal part of life, but does it really have to be so? Fortunately, there are some measures you can take to prevent pimples from ever showing up in your face.

Where Do Pimples Come From?

Pimples typically arise from dirt and oil getting trapped in your pores. They can also be triggered by allergies and hormones, but dirt buildup is usually the cause.

Know Your Skin

Acne can stem from genetics, your diet, hormones, allergies, certain habits, medication and your environment, among other things. If you have observed your family members to be prone to acne outbreaks at whatever age, there’s a possibility that you will be susceptible to acne yourself.

Check your skin type if it is oily, dry or a combination of both. Identifying your skin type will help you find a way to treat and prevent acne. Here’s a quick look how:

    * Oily residue: You have a combination of dry and oily skin
    * Oily patches everywhere: You have oily skin
    * Flaky skin or residue: You have dry skin
                                   * Slight oil sheen everywhere: You have normal skin

Knowing the root of your acne, or at least the likely cause of acne, is key in preventing acne. Once you’ve narrowed down your root causes, it’s time to take action.

Clean Your Skin

Finding the right skin cleanser for your skin type is very important in preventing acne. It must not be too harsh as to strip your face’s natural oil and cause irritation on your skin. However, skin cleansers that are too gentle might not be enough for you to effectively fight against acne.