by Albert Ross
For those who don't have the disorder, acne appears to be a harmless disorder. Of course, this perception is far from the truth. Parents are often oblivious to the fact that acne can be extremely damaging on both a physical and psychological level. They see bouts of acne to be a routine stage of life that will eventually pass. Some never get this kind of relief, and are left to deal with the disorder into adulthood. Those of us who suffer from this disorder can agree that it can be immensely intrusive when it comes to everyday tasks. Shaving is but one task that is frustrating to execute in the presence of acne. Breakouts can often erupt days after a shaving session. Letting facial hair grow untamed is obviously not the answer. While you can expect a risk of breakouts anytime you engage in behaviors involving skin contact, the risk can be minimized with some initial steps. We have outlined some suggestions below.
The secret to shaving with acne involves placing your skin in a relaxed state. When your hair follicles are relaxed, the hairs won't resist the razor as much and the process will be all around more pleasant. A hot shower is a must before any shaving. You don't need to keep the water running down your face. All you will accomplish by doing this is causing more irritation. Allow the steam from the shower to open your pores on itself. You can attend to other showerly duties while this is going on.
Once you are finished in the shower, prepare a new razor blade for shaving. With acne, it is an especially good idea to replace your razor as frequently as possible. The more times you have to run it across a patch of hairs, the more likely you will cause irritation. Apply some shaving cream to your face gently, and begin using the razor.
There really is no need to pressure as you shave. You want to be gentle and attentive when you go over and inflamed acne. A little attention can go a long way in preventing acne scarring, which can be an eyesore and the ultimate financial burden to fix. Be sure to rinse the razor in warm water as it becomes congested with hairs. As your shaving session comes to a close, rinse the shaving cream off your face. Do not use any aftershave. Most of these products contain alcohol and will dry and tighten your face. Acne does not like this type of irritation.
Follow up your shaving with facial moisturizer. It will calm the skin and make up for any irritation you created. Always buy a light product that is non-comedogenic. Finding the perfect moisturizer may require a little shopping and experimentation. Examine the instructions that came with your acne medication, or those provided by your dermatologist, to find when it is most appropriate to apply moisturizer.
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September 24 2009 | Acne | 1 Comment »
A few decades ago, people thought nothing of the soap they used to clean their acne-prone skin. Of course, this condition was far less prevalent in those days. However, nothing could be more important in treating you acne than the type of soap or cleanser you are using to eliminate dirt and bacteria from your skin.
An ill-fit soap can actually interfere with your acne treatment, leaving you in a confused and helpless state where you are willing to spend hundreds of dollars on various acne products to only eventually end up inside a dermatologist's office. For some reason, people seem to think that our skin is a tough and durable organ. While this is true, it is as the same time rather delicate. Until people begin to understand this, they will continue to suffer from acne. Since soap is such an important aspect in your battle against acne, we have provided some tips to help you shop for the right soap below.
Alcohol is something we have all used at one time or another to disinfect a wound or for similar purposes. Since alcohol is very effective at eliminating bacteria, it is naturally found in many soaps and cleansers. In the case of acne, alcohol can cause more problems than anything else. It removes moisture from our skin leading to irritation, which eventually leads to acne. So, the first rule to selecting a soap is to avoid those that contain alcohol. The one you are currently using may also contain alcohol, so be sure to check.
A lesser known fact about the human skin tells us that is prefers an acidic environment. It's pH hovers in the 5 area. Soaps are basic, meaning they are found on the right most end of the pH scale, with acidity levels exceeding 8. This does appear be a neat yet useless fact at first, however, with additional details one quickly learns just how damaging regular soap can be to the skin, especially when acne is present. We all learned in school that the skin's main function was to protect the body against external invaders, like bacteria. What most of us don't know is that the acidic pH levels need to be maintained in order for the skin to properly achieve this. To minimize disruptions, a pH balanced soap is your best bet. These have a neutral pH that will not be very damaging to the skin. You may need to spend some time tracking down such soaps, yet they are well worth the while.
We are a society that likes to buy something for it's extra features. You don't want hundreds of bells-and-whistles in a soap or cleansing product that you intend to use on your acne prone skin. Things like foaming washes or exfoliating cleansers are not needed. Every additional feature means another additive which ultimately means another risk factor for breakouts. Stay simple and you will win the battle for clear skin!
Learn how to treat acne scars from back acne and about various skin problems like acne.
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September 15 2009 | Acne | No Comments »