We get regular emails and DM's with customers asking about acne and breakouts. Yearn Skin products deal with fading acne scars, spots and mark's, BUT there's simple ways to prevent breakouts and be proactive before scars, spots and marks appear.
Types of acne/breakouts:
- Whiteheads (closed plugged pores)
- Blackheads (open plugged pores)
- Small red, tender bumps (papules)
- Pimples (pustules), which are papules with pus at their tips
- Large, solid, painful lumps under the skin (nodules)
- Painful, pus-filled lumps under the skin (cystic lesions)
Acne usually appears on the face, forehead, chest, upper back and shoulders.
There are 4 main factors that trigger acne/breakouts:
- Excess oil (sebum) production
- Hair follicles clogged by oil and dead skin cells.
- Bacteria
- Inflammation
Simple ways to PREVENT acne/breakouts:
- Always use clean towels/face clothes and wash your hands
- Never fall asleep with makeup
- Always ensure your pillow case is clean
- Wash your makeup brushes
- Sanitise your phone regularly
- Sleep with your hair off your face
- Ensure headbands and hats are clean
- Avoid random at-home remedies like applying toothpaste to breakouts
- Wear your hair off your face
- Don't get hair products in your face
- Wear a clean face mask daily
- Don't be too abrasive/rough with your skin
- Don't use too many active ingredients at a time
- Don't over exfoliate or cleanse
- Use the correct skin products
- Don't use active ingredients on irritated/broken skin
- Do not put too much friction on your skin (masks, phones, hair)
- Don't use comedogenic (clogs pores) products like coconut oil, olive oil
- Avoid consuming too much alcohol, dairy, greasy foods or sugar
- Stay hydrated with plenty water
- Avoid oily sunscreens that clogs your pores
- Manage your stress levels
- Understanding your skin type and concerns, mean treating it effectively
Yearn Skin Products:
- Niacinamide Cleansing Gel - great for oily skin
- Glow Turmeric Mask - great for breakouts and inflammation
- 5% glycolic Exfoliating Tonic - great for oil control, blocked pores and skin-cell turnover
Remember that prevention is always better that cure. Your skin is a living organ, which means its ever-changing. Invest in a great skincare routine, be patient and love your skin at all phases.
We’d love to hear how you care for your skin’s needs! Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and join the conversation on social media. Follow us on Instagram: @yearnskin
Source:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/acne/symptoms-causes/syc-20368047
FAQs and Answers
1. What are the main types of acne or breakouts?
The main types of acne include whiteheads (closed plugged pores), blackheads (open plugged pores), small red bumps (papules), pimples (pustules), large painful lumps (nodules), and pus-filled lumps under the skin (cystic lesions).
2. What areas of the body are commonly affected by acne?
Acne commonly appears on the face, forehead, chest, upper back, and shoulders.
3. What are the main factors that trigger acne or breakouts?
The four main factors that trigger acne are excess oil (sebum) production, clogged hair follicles, bacteria, and inflammation.
4. What are simple ways to prevent acne and breakouts?
Preventative measures include keeping towels and pillowcases clean, washing makeup brushes, sanitising phones, avoiding over-exfoliation, using non-comedogenic skincare products, staying hydrated, managing stress, and maintaining a healthy diet.
5. What skincare products can help acne-prone skin?
Yearn Skin offers products like the Niacinamide Cleansing Gel (great for oily skin), Glow Turmeric Mask (for breakouts and inflammation), and 5% Glycolic Exfoliating Tonic (for oil control, blocked pores, and skin-cell turnover).
6. What are some habits to avoid to reduce breakouts?
Avoid sleeping with makeup on, using random home remedies (like toothpaste), applying active ingredients on irritated skin, using comedogenic products, and consuming excessive alcohol, dairy, or greasy foods.
7. Why is it important to use non-comedogenic products on acne-prone skin?
Non-comedogenic products do not clog pores, reducing the risk of breakouts. Ingredients like coconut oil and olive oil, which are comedogenic, should be avoided.
8. How can the Yearn Skin 3-Step Routine help acne-prone skin?
The Yearn Skin 3-Step Routine (Acne and Oil Control Kit) helps cleanse, treat, and hydrate skin effectively using targeted products, reducing breakouts and promoting healthier skin.
