Pimples that pop up long past the teenage years are just, well … unfair. "Hormonal changes and using the wrong skin-care products are common causes," says Melissa Schwarzschild, a dermatologist with Richmond Dermatology & Laser Specialists in Virginia. But you can fight back:
Oil, dirt and sweat build up in skin pores and can lead to pimples. Also aim to shower soon after exercise.
Remove dead skin cells at the skin's outermost surface once or twice a week. Use a low strength glycolic acid or mild facial scrub.
These lotions, cleansers, cosmetics, soaps and sunscreens are formulated to not block pores.
Just before menstruation, a woman's estrogen levels decrease and the hormone progesterone becomes dominant, which can trigger breakouts. Several types of birth-control pills can make a difference.
This skin condition, marked by redness from broken blood vessels, is the most common cause of adult acne. Sun, heat, alcohol and spicy foods can trigger flare-ups, as can not wearing sunscreen daily. A dermatologist can help with treatment.
Your hands pick up bacteria and dirt — no matter how often you wash up — which you can transfer to your face.
Anxiety increases the hormone cortisol, which in turn triggers sweat glands in your face to produce more oil. Get enough sleep, exercise regularly, eat well, drink lots of water and find ways to relax.
Daily Press (Newport News, Va.)
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