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Conclusion About Preventing and Fighting Acne in Singapore’s Humidity

Won’t you agree that it’s never easy to:

• Fighting acne;
• Finding the right acne product; and
• Finding the right skincare routine.

The frustrating thing about acne is that everyone is different, no single acne cure-all works for everyone. At times, this can seriously be annoying when your filthy friend who uses bar soap to clean his face has flawless skin, yet we’re stuck with stubborn acne that needs a high-end product.

Before immediately resorting to expensive products, try natural remedies such as modifying your lifestyle and routines.

To get you started, we have put together some tips worth trying out that cost you nothing. The difficult part? Consistency and persistence – Do not expect flawless skin overnight as time is needed to see an improvement.

Changing your pillowcase frequently

Bacteria, dirt, and sometimes even makeup will build upon your pillowcase after a few uses. Even if you cleanse your skin right before bed, there will still be a tiny amount of oil and bacteria that will linger on your skin, and get transferred to your pillowcase.

Experts recommend changing your pillowcase every three days or less to reduce the amount of gunk buildup you’re lying your face on every night.

If this seems too inconvenient, an alternative is covering your pillow with clean shirts or towels every night. Flipping them inside out can also give you a couple more uses before needing to wash them.

Dyes, perfumes, fragrances

People with a certain type of skin are more sensitive to dyes, perfumes and fragrances which may irritate their face during contact. Try your best to keep them from reaching your face (i.e. your hand may have a bit of perfume and you touch your face).

Remove dairy from your diet

Milk contains proteins that when digested by us, a hormone similar to insulin is released (IGF-1). Studies have shown that this hormone is proven to cause breakouts and acne.

The sugar in milk is called Lactose, and lactose-intolerant people could suffer a reaction from their body, which leads to breakouts and pimples. Remember that 65% of the world is Lactose intolerant, so there’s a high chance you could fall into that category unknowingly.

Wash your face with lukewarm to cold water

A licensed cosmetologist, Sophia Knapp, said “Hot water strips the oils that can cause breakouts, and it may trigger your skin into producing even more”.

On the other hand, cold water has more benefits than harmful effects. Coldwater increases blood flow to your face, giving you better protection from things like pollution. A simple tweak in your routine can give your skin a healthier glow. However, cold water may not clean your face thoroughly as excess oils will not be dissolved, leading to clogged pores and breakouts.

The sweet spot? Lukewarm water.

Avoid overwashing your face

Overwashing? How can being too clean be a problem?

Sorry to burst your bubble, but overwashing can strip away all of the natural oils that keep your skin healthy. The result? Dry, flaky, red and irritated skin becomes even more prone to acne.

Scrubbing your face is also known to worsen your acne condition. Acne is one of the things that you need to kill with kindness.

Avoid touching your face at all costs

Especially while wearing a mask, we may accidentally scratch our face while readjusting it. As much as possible, avoid touching your face to prevent the transfer of grease and dirt from your fingers.

Have a separate towel for your face

Let’s face it, our towels are pretty disgusting.

No matter how clean you are after getting out of the shower, your towel will inevitably still have some dirt and oil buildup from the dozens of uses. Having a small, dedicated towel for your face has been a serious game-changer for many people.

Exercise, but make sure to shower immediately after

You probably already know that exercising improves blood circulation and gives your skin cells more nutrients, giving you healthy & glowing skin. But what’s even more crucial is that you shower immediately afterwards to prevent the buildup of bacteria, dirt, and oil.

If showering is not possible, washing with water or wiping with wet wipes is a good alternative.

Change your diet

When I say change your diet, I don’t mean you switch entirely to a different one. Changing your diet can mean adding 2-3 foods while subtracting 1-2 foods from your intake. Here are some ideas.

Foods to add to your diet:

• Green leafy vegetables
• Dark chocolate
• Antioxidant-rich berries
• Oysters
• Green tea
• Pumpkin seed
• Protein-rich foods like meat and eggs
• Drink more water

Foods to subtract from your diet:

• Alcohol
• Excessive sugar
• Dairy
• Processed food