8 Common Acne Myths

When it comes to acne, it's difficult to know what strategies and methods actually work in regards to managing or removing acne. From dangerous remedies that will cause your acne to get worse, to following strategies that could cause permanent scarring, it's important to understand what really works, and what doesn't.

Myth #1: It's All In Your Lifestyle

Extensive scientific research has officially ruled out any direct association between acne and your diet. That being said, certain foods may cause your existing acne to flare up, and if you experience a breakout after eating a specific food, you should eliminate it from your diet. However, foods of any kind are NOT the cause of acne, but can be a trigger that causes existing acne to get worse.

Myth #2: Acne Is Caused By Poor Hygiene

There's a widespread belief that acne is actually caused by poor hygiene. Worse, those suffering from acne that believe that they are responsible for not having cleaned the area frequently enough, can actually make their acne worse simply by over washing or consistently scrubbing their skin with abrasive material or scrubs. Vigorous washing will actually irritate your skin and leave you feeling worse than before, so put the scrub bush away for good.

Myth #3: Acne Is Caused By Cosmetics

While the over-use of makeup can clog your pores, the use of cosmetics is not responsible for your acne, and dermatologists have indicated that even oil-based cosmetics have no direct association with acne flare ups.

Myth #4: Acne Is Contagious

It's a common myth that acne is contagious and that by touching areas of your body that contain acne and then touching someone else, you will be able to 'transfer' acne to them. Acne is not contagious, period.

Myth #5: Acne Is Caused By Oily Skin

Those with acne typically have oily skin, however, oily skin is not the cause of acne, it is a symptom of acne.

Myth #6: Acne Is Caused By Stress

Stress is a part of daily life, and over the years it's been associated with causing acne flare-ups or breakouts. Sure, stress takes its toll on our minds and bodies, but stress is never a direct cause of acne, but rather a contributor in breakouts and existing acne becoming temporarily worse.

Stress relief medication can also cause flare-ups and breakouts so be sure to discuss this with your doctor if you are currently taking stress management medication of any kind.

Myth #7: You Can Eliminate Acne By Sun Tanning

Tanning can actually intensify your acne, causing your skin to lose moisture and become exceptionally dry. When this happens, you may experience itchy, raw skin with consistent breakouts. In addition, if you use suntan lotions to protect your skin from excessive tanning, the chemicals contained within these creams can cause your pores to become blocked, further complicating your acne problems. Tanning may cause your skin to appear clearer, but it's only ever a temporary solution and not a permanent cure.

Myth #8: There is no cure for Acne

It's possible to outgrow acne, especially if you are suffering from it as a teenager, however if you are still dealing with acne as an adult, you need to take steps to minimize and finally eliminate acne through natural remedies and treatments. Acne, in adult life, rarely disappears without proper treatment.

In truth, following a simple strategy focusing on managing and eliminating acne, you can live an acne free life, without ever having to spend money on costly procedures, chemical aids, or prescription drugs.

By: Raymond Ajem

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