Acne - Skin Care

Question: What is the best way to keep my face clean and clear from acne?

(Posted by: buddy on 2009-07-02 19:00:10)

Any products that you guys reccomend or tips plz thanks.

Posted by: essentiallysolo on 2009-07-02, 19:03:02

Take zinc supplements, cleared my son 's acne very nicely after about three months.

Posted by: Cobalt Daisy on 2009-07-02, 19:09:21

Don 't touch your face- fingers are covered with germs so keep them away. I recommend Burt 's Bees Herbal Blemish stick (man that does wonders for pimples/ blemishes that are already present!). If you have issues with blackheads I find that an "apricot scrub " works really well. They usually contain ground up walnut shells which help scrub the gunk out. My favorite is by Jason Natural Cosmetics - Apricot Scrubble. A great all-over facial product is Burt 's Bees Pore Refining Mask. Works awesome. Don 't put junk like parabens or any SLS (sodium lauryl/ laureth sulfate) on your face, no propylene glycol, artificial colors, etc. The closest to natural you can get, the better! Plain tea-tree oil is great for applying to zits and the like. Never reuse a washcloth on your face. Use a clean one each time. Cheers! :)

Posted by: Health Guides Guru on 2009-07-05, 03:34:43

Here is my Tips for Day to Day Acne Care Acne treatment for your acne should be accompanied by a healthy skin care routine. Wash the affected area twice a day with mild soap. Use soap such as Dove, or one that contains benzoyl peroxide, such as Oxy-5. Wash as often necessary to keep the area clean. Do not scrub. Shampoo the hair regularly. Keep long hair off the face and shoulders and wash it daily. Avoid shaving as much as possible; while shaving take care to avoid nicking the pimples. Use a fresh shaving blade to minimize the chance of spreading the infection. Avoid use of make-up or cosmetics in areas prone to acne. If you have to wear make-up, use only the hypoallergenic or fragrance free kind. Don 't pop, pick, scratch, or squeeze your pimples. This may cause infection and scarring. You may use an over-the-counter treatment that contain substances such as benzoyl peroxide (gel or cream) or salicyclic acid. Start with the lowest strength and apply once a day about half an hour after washing. Never use more than 5 percent strength without consulting a physician. Food and Nutrition Recommendations for Acne:Some doctors believe that acne is not a food related problem. Some alternate practitioners use diet as a basis for their treatment of acne. They recommend that acne patients should eat foods high in beta-carotene, such as carrots, pumpkin, cantaloupe and other yellow-orange fruits and vegetables. They should also avoid fatty foods. Acnezine controls the oil secretion in your body to protect your skin from getting acne prone. Vitamin Therapy for Acne:Nutritionists generally suggest:Chromium supplements - Chromium helps boosts the body 's ability to break down glucose.Vitamin A - reduces sebum and keratin production. (Caution: taking mega doses of Vitamin A can cause headaches, fatigue, muscle and joint pain and other side effects. Consult a qualified practitioner before taking mega supplements).Vitamin E - an antioxidant (200 to 400 IU a day).Vitamin B-6 50 mg per day. Note: People should not try to medicate themselves or others with any of the methods referred to here without the guidance of a qualified practitioner who is thoroughly familiar with both the remedies and the individual’s medical status.