There are facial cleansers and topical prescriptions for acne, but even those can sometimes be undermined by your makeup, cosmetic brushes and even your pillow. Arm yourself with our acne tips and tricks for clearer skin.
How Common is Acne?
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 40-50 million Americans annually are affected by acne, and it is the most common skin condition. We often spend a lot of time and effort to improve the quality of our skin with products, cleansing, and treatments. Here are some tips, tricks, and neat products that promote clear and healthy skin.
Acne Tips and Tricks for Clearer Skin
Tip #1: Your Pillow is a Breeding Ground for Bacteria
We all know we should cleanse our faces before bed to remove makeup, dirt, oil, and debris but did you know that our pillow holds dead skins and bacteria that can cause breakouts?
There is a pillowcase called the SleepClean Pillowcase that uses silver ion technology leaving the pillow uninhabitable for bacteria. It is hypoallergenic, cotton, and machine washable.
Tip #2: Use Something Better Than a Washcloth
There is a neat cleansing system on the market called Luna by Foreo.
The Luna removes up to 99.5% of dirt and oil and has a higher cleaning efficacy than a manual cleanse. This advanced cleansing method has been shown to exfoliate, unclog pores, combat fine lines, and improve the absorption of skincare products. There are no disposables such as brush heads on this product either and it’s easily transportable. They make a Luna for every skin type and even one specific to men.
Tip #3: Clean Your Makeup Brushes the Right Way
Makeup and makeup brushes can be a breeding ground for acne causing bacteria. This neat brush cleansing mat we found from Sigma Spa uses technology that deep cleanses face and eye brushes. The brushes are placed on the mat with cleanser then washed, rinsed, and refined.
Tip #4: Use Makeup That is Skin Care Friendly
Lastly Jane Iredale is a mineral makeup line that is non-comedogenic and anti-bacterial. They have done testing to show that due to their natural preservatives the makeup does not harbor bacteria or clog pores that can cause blackheads. It also has contains spf to protect our skin from sun damage and aging. The brushes are just as great as the makeup line.
Where to Buy
These products are not meant to treat acne alone but certainly work great in combination with a prescribed acne regimen, or if you are just looking out for preventatives. We offer the SleepClean Pillowcase, The Luna by Foreo, and Jane Iredale makeup here in our practice. Come by to purchase or contact us for details.
Need More Acne Tips and Tricks?
Schedule a consultation at RL Center for Cosmetic Surgery and Medspa for a skin care evaluation. We’ll help you come up with a good treatment regimen and select the right products to help clear up your acne breakouts.
