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Acne is a skin disease that usually affects the face of the face, but can also occur on the back, chest, neck and occasionally in the arms and ears. Acne is caused by clogged pores. Bacteria that get into the acne, often squeezing or touching the acne, can cause re-infection. So, you need to learn how to protect your skin from bacteria, help your skin heal faster and prevent acne.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Practice skin care routines

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   Do not touch your face with your hands. Hands can carry oil, dirt, and bacteria that can clog pores and facilitate bacterial growth.
   • Even when washed, the skin on your hands may still contain oil.
   • Do not touch or squeeze the pimple to avoid a local inflammatory reaction and avoid scarring.

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   Wash your face with cleanser. Wash your face 2 times a day. If you often experience hairline acne, you should wash your hair every day. This reduces the amount of sebum (sebum secreted by the sebaceous glands) on the face. However, do not use too harsh cleansers or shampoos or wash your face or wash your hair too vigorously because this will stimulate oil production and stimulate skin growth, causing follicle congestion.

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   Avoid facial scrubs. Exfoliating products, scrubs, and astringents can irritate the skin and make acne worse. People without severe acne or sensitive skin problems can exfoliate once or twice a week.

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   Should use products that do not cause acne. Stop using creams, lotions, makeup, hair products, acne masks, and sunscreens that are too greasy or oily. Look for products that are labeled "noncomedogenic," which means they are less likely to clog follicles and cause acne. Also, look for products that are labeled "oil-free".

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   Use salicylic acid. Over-the-counter skin care products containing salicylic acid will help reduce clogged pores and follicles. Salicylic acid has no effect on skin bacteria or sebum production. Salicylic acid cleansers are the best option for acne sufferers.
   • Follow the product's instructions for use. Do not over-apply cosmetics containing salicylic acid to avoid irritating the skin.

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   Use benzoyl peroxide. This chemical helps reduce bacteria when applied to the skin and is found in many over-the-counter acne products. Benzoyl peroxide will be listed as active ingredient (if present in cosmetics).
   • Benzoyl peroxide can bleach or stain clothes. Therefore, do not wear a headband when applying or not on the area near the clothes. If necessary, a small amount of benzoyl peroxide containing cosmetics can be tested in a small place on the fabric.
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Method 2 of 3: Lifestyle changes

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   Use a clean cloth. Should regularly change pillow covers, bed sheets and face towels, body towels, ... or any other cloth in contact with the body and potentially carrying bacteria. If the fabric smells strange, discolored, or has a different texture, wash it off.
   • Wash fabrics with hot water and disinfectant detergent.
   • Should be dried and kept clean if water cannot be washed.

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   Wear only clean clothes. Clothing will absorb and carry oil from the skin. Therefore, you should only wear clean clothes, especially if you have acne on your body, to reduce acne.
   • Change clothes after sweating.
   • Should change into underwear and clothing worn near the site of acne.

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   Get sun exposure. People with light-blooded skin should be exposed to sunlight for 10-20 minutes a day (without sunscreen), dark skinned people should be exposed to the sun for 20-30 minutes a day to help reduce inflammation and concentration. levels of bacteria on the skin. Be careful not to expose too much to the sun to avoid redness or burns, causing skin irritation and further acne problems, especially to reduce the risk of skin cancer and aging skin.
   • Sunscreen should be applied or sun exposure should be used if the skin is sensitive or has pale skin.
   • Sunscreen should be applied if you stay in the sun for longer than 10-30 minutes or are too sensitive to the sun.
   • Exposure to sunlight increases the amount of vitamin D the body produces naturally, thereby affecting the sebaceous glands.
   • In the sun there are also ultraviolet and infrared rays (often used when treating acne). Infrared rays are believed to help reduce sebum production and kill bacteria.

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   Consider using maca root powder. Research shows that Maca root powder is effective in balancing hormone levels in women to reduce menopausal symptoms and premenopausal symptoms. Balancing your hormones will help reduce acne.
   • Maca root powder is derived from the Maca tree grown in central Peru for more than 3000 years. This root powder is used for centuries in Peru and became popular around the world as an ingredient to help balance hormone levels.
   • Maca root powder is difficult to find, so you may not necessarily use this solution.
   • Always talk to your doctor before trying maca root powder.

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   Stress management. Everyone will at least once experience stress and stress does not affect their health much if only with low levels. However, living too much stress causes the adrenal glands to overproduce cortisol - a hormone that increases the amount of oil on the skin and causes acne.
   • There are many ways to manage stress levels. You should learn to cope with stress and reduce stress to improve your ability to stay calm and avoid stress.
   • Some people will remain in a cycle of stress that causes acne to appear, get acne that makes themselves more stressful and acne worsen again.
   • If you are having difficulty managing stress yourself, talk to your doctor or therapist.

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   Consider over-the-counter retinoids. Retinoids are a form of vitamin A that helps to reduce sebaceous enlargement. You can find over-the-counter acne skin care or anti-aging drugs that contain low doses of retinoids. Some people will react even if they only take over-the-counter drugs that contain low levels of retinoids.
   • Not everyone can take retinoids. If you are unsure, ask your doctor or pharmacist about products containing retinoids.
   • Retinoids may be prescribed by a doctor. Keep in mind that over-the-counter retinoids have lower dosages.
   • Women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant should not take retinoids.

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   Take vitamin D supplements. Vitamin D is also very helpful in helping to reduce sebaceous gland overgrowth. You need 10-20 minutes of sun exposure a day for your body to make vitamin D. However, this is only effective on sunny days. You should also consider taking a daily vitamin D3 supplement.
   • Most of us are deficient in vitamin D due to low sun exposure and vitamin D is not naturally present in many foods.
   • If taking supplements, adults should get 4000 IU per day, children 4-8 years old should get 3000 IU, children 1-3 years old should get 2500 IU daily.
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Method 3 of 3: Get a dermatologist

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   Consider using a prescription retinoid. Retinoids are a form of vitamin A that helps reduce sebaceous enlargement. Low-dose retinoid acne treatments are more commonly sold over the counter.
   • Some people with acne will react to low-dose retinoids and don't need a prescription product.
   • Ask your doctor about whether a prescription or over-the-counter product is best for your situation.

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   Consider taking birth control pills. Women with severe acne can take birth control pills to control hormone levels. It also helps balance secondary hormonal effects, such as irritation and weight gain due to water storage.
   • You need to be prescribed by your doctor to buy birth control pills that affect hormones.
   • Women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant cannot take birth control pills.

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   Ask your doctor about Accutane. Accutane is an acne medication that is used to treat serious acne and requires a prescription from your doctor. If your sebaceous glands are enlarged or have sunburns, ask your doctor if Accutane can be used.
   • Need to monitor blood every month when taking Accutane. Side effects may appear within months of taking the medicine.
   • Do not take Accutane unless you fully understand the risks of the drug. Accutane can have long-term health effects.
   • Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should not take Accutane.

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   Ask your doctor about phototherapy. Phototherapy is treatment that can be done at home with special equipment or you can visit a dermatologist.
   • Studies support this treatment because of its simplicity and ease of implementation. Technically, sun exposure is also phototherapy. However, in areas where there is not enough sunlight or when you cannot go out in the sun, you can opt for phototherapy.
   • Use the phototherapy device to treat acne as directed and carefully read the safety instructions that come with the device.
   • Possible side effects from using phototherapy equipment include redness, peeling, or discoloration of the skin.
   • Your doctor may also perform photodynamic therapy. This therapy involves applying a medication to the skin, which is then activated with a special light. This therapy is more effective than conventional phototherapy.

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   Talk to your doctor about antibiotics. Oral and topical antibiotics can be used to treat acne, especially in cases of re-infection. Topical antibiotics can be used for a long time, often with benzoyl peroxide or retinoids. Oral antibiotics are often used for a short time to control severe acne.
   • Antibiotics are especially helpful for inflammatory acne, which is acne with lots of red bumps or cysts.
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Advice

• Contrary to popular belief, chocolate, greasy foods, sex, or masturbation do not cause acne.
• If you are on medication, ask your doctor if acne is a side effect of the medication.
• You think greasy foods cause acne, but it might be because you eat the food with your hands and then touching your face.

Warning

• Do not take Accutane unless you fully understand the risks of the drug. Accutane can have long-term health effects.
• Talk to your doctor if you want to take acne products, both prescription and over-the-counter, while you're pregnant or trying to become pregnant.