| Drying Lotion - Be Acne-Free!
When looking for a drying lotion for your zits, don't look for it in tanning lotion & supplies. Go to your dermatologist and get her recommendation. Usually skin breakouts becomes worse if treated with incorrect medication or just on do-it-yourself home remedies.
Most drying lotions contain salicylic acid, which exfoliates pores, allowing other drying ingredients to penetrate the skin and treat the infection. Other drying ingredients include sulfur, zinc, camphor, and iron oxides.
If used overnight, antiseptic drying lotions can help in lessening the severity of the blemish, alleviate tissue irritation, and help to inhibit the growth of bacteria.
Before using drying lotions, you should cleanse face thoroughly with a good facial cleanser for your skin type. Use clean cotton swabs when applying the lotion. Apply directly to blemishes.
Take note that excessive use of drying lotions may cause too much dryness of the skin. Use only as directed by your dermatologist.
Drying Lotion - Can you Prevent Acne?
- Change your bed sheets, pillowcases, and towels as often as possible, as these may harbor bacteria.
- Before you retire for the night, try to keep your hair away from your face.
- After a long day at work or after your workout, try to clean up as soon as possible, since the combination of perspiration and oils can clog the dirt and bacteria in your pores.
- Never sleep with your make-up on. I've always heard this from my mother and she's right, because unwashed make-up can clog up your pores.
- Clean your make-up brushes regularly in warm, soapy water. Dry thoroughly. Store them properly to keep them dust-free.
- Use drying lotions when a breakout does occur.
- Drink plenty of water to detoxify your system.
- Eat lots of fruits and vegetables.
- Avoid oily, fatty foods.
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