As the title says, prevention is better than cure. In all aspects of medical science, prevention is better than cure, and the same goes for acne. There are simple steps that must be taken to ensure acne prevention. If you already have acne, your goal is to prevent it from spreading further. People often think that washing your face twice a day with a facial soap is enough, however, that is not the case as everyone learns the hard way.
There are several key factors that decide whether you are preventing acne OR actually helping it unknowingly colonize your face.
1. Diet disorder
Your diet is one of the biggest factors that dictates the presence of acne. Reduce or completely eliminate sugar, refined carbohydrates (flour, white rice, spaghetti, pizza, cookies, chocolate, candy, cakes, etc.), caffeine (opt for milk or teas instead), vinegar , monosodium glutamate, bananas and pineapples (little known, many people have acute skin sensitivity to bananas and pineapples), iodine (found in shellfish), hydrogenated oils (for example, vegetable oils, this is one of the biggest killers), lard and alcohol.
Water is also very important. It’s like a miracle drug. Most people are not drinking enough water every day. As you know, water keeps the skin healthy and radiant. Your body loses a lot of water through perspiration, exhalation, and bowel movements, so it is of the utmost importance to replace them with an adequate supply of water on a daily basis. There has been much debate about the correct amount of water consumption. Everyone has long been taught to drink 8 glasses of water a day, and in recent times, claims to drink enough to not feel thirsty suffice. I recommend drinking 1.5 to 2 liters/day is enough. Drinking too much makes your kidneys work harder, too.
2. long hair
Long hair can cause or cause more problems during an acne breakout. Everyone’s hair contains a lot of oils. It also picks up a lot of debris and dirt from the surrounding dust and your sweat etc. The hair is then repeatedly glided against the face, leaving all the unnecessary dirt and oil on the face in the process. You should cut your hair short (short is just as stylish) to avoid it. If you don’t want to, tie your hair up tight (you’re probably a girl) so it doesn’t touch your face. Make sure your hair styling products don’t get on your face, too.
3. Cosmetic problems
Another key factor lies in cosmetics. Make sure your cosmetics do not cause allergic skin reactions if you are sensitive to certain products and if your cosmetics are oil-based. Never use oil based products. This goes for your makeup (like foundation, concealer, etc.), your moisturizer, your sunscreen, and anything else you put on your face. An H2O based makeup is much better.
4. Supplementation
Some people include vitamin A and/or zinc supplements in their regimen to prevent acne. Although it is not required, it helps in your efforts. Vitamin A works in maintaining skin health and it is recommended to take around 900¼g/day. Don’t take anything higher than that, as vitamin A is best known for its toxicity which causes many serious problems.
Zinc helps prevent premature aging of the skin and is an antioxidant. Men should take at least 11 mg/day and women 8 mg/day. As with vitamin A, do not take an overdose.
5. Tight clothing
Try not to wear clothing that is too tight, as it will make you sweat more easily. Perspiration blocks the pores and contains oil and other impurities. If you are an athlete, shower as soon as possible after finishing your activities. You should make it a priority to wash your face first IMMEDIATELY after finishing your activities even without bathing (even if you still smell).