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Understanding Acne: Acne Causes, Acne Cures & Acne Myths

Part 11: Acne Prevention

Acne /'akni/ n a skin disorder found esp among adolescents, characterized by inflammation of the skin glands and hair follicles and causing red pustules, esp on the face and neck [Gk akne eruption of the face, MS var of akme, lit., point] - acned adj

Part 11: Acne Prevention

Here is a final checklist of valuable acne prevention methods:

• Find a regimen and stick with it - Pick your medication and treatment method and do not deviate from it unless you achieve measurable results or find that the condition is worsening.
• Don’t use alcohol - Do not use products, like toners, if they contain heavy concentrations of isopropyl alcohol. This can do more damage than good.
• Don’t over-wash - With the myth of dirt being a cause of blemishes or acne, cut down the times you wash. Two should be the limit each day. Anymore, and you risk increasing the breakouts you have.
• Choose skin products carefully - Don’t get harsh or abrasive scrubs that can tear the skin and further aggravate the acne.
• Wash after exercising - Don’t forget to hit shower after you’ve had a workout. The friction and moisture caused by clothing rubbing against the skin can create the perfect conditions for acne production.
• Avoid constant touching or picking at your face - This is pretty self-explanatory. These activities can cause bacteria to get into pores and create acne.

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