Pimples can be frustrating, but how we react to them often makes things worse. Here are six common mistakes people make when they get a pimple. Tap to check!
MISTAKE 1: POPPING THE PIMPLE
Popping pimples can lead to infection and scarring. Letting pimples heal naturally to avoid long-term damage and worsening the breakout.
MISTAKE 2: OVER-CLEANSING THE SKIN
Washing your face too often strips away natural oils. Over-cleansing may irritate the skin, causing it to produce more oil and potentially leading to additional breakouts.
MISTAKE 3: USING HARSH PRODUCTS
Aggressive acne treatments can irritate your skin. Dr Rashmi Shetty – Celebrity Dermatologist and Founder of Ra Skin & Aesthetics Clinic, Mumbai, highlighted that it is best to use mild non-comedogenic products in order to keep the skin balanced and less inflamed.
MISTAKE 4: TOUCHING YOUR FACE
Frequent touching introduces dirt and bacteria to the skin. According the National Institutes of Health (NIH) states that hands are the leading carriers of the type of bacteria that cause acne, and when these hands touch the face, the acne is triggered.
MISTAKE 5: SKIPPING MOISTURISER
Skipping moisturiser dries out your skin, causing more oil production. Oil free moisturizers will keep the skin hydrated without clogging pores or exacerbating pimples.
MISTAKE 6: IGNORING SUN PROTECTION
UV light makes acne scars worse and damages healing skin. Use daily sunscreen to protect your skin, even on cloudy days.
CONCLUSION
Prevent pimples by treating your skin with care and patience. Consult a dermatologist for personalised advice.