8 Sneaky Reasons for Acne Flare-ups

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Sneaky Reasons for Acne Flare-Ups
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Salty, Sugary Junk Food

• For decades, health professionals have debated
  the correlation between greasy, sugar-laden junk
  food and aggravated acne. However, a recent study
  published by the Journal of the Academy of
  Nutrition and Dietetics determined that
  high-glycemic diets packed with white flour and
  processed carbohydrates can contribute to
  reoccurring acne.1 Unhealthy foods spike insulin
  levels, which in turn affect hormones and lead to
  new pimples. Dairy products have also been
  suspected of affecting acne.
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• Everyones body is different, however. So
• before you give up your favorite slice of
• pizza, check with a professional for help
• with acne control and identify foods that
• trigger excess pimples.

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Harsh Cleansers
Daily face washing helps remove makeup and keeps
skin clean however, is it possible to cleanse
too often? Researchers say yes, that over-eager
cleansing can do more harm than good. Its good
to exfoliate your face on a regular basis (try
once a week), but aggressive washing and harsh
cleansing products will strip your skin of sebum,
or natural oils. These oils keep your skin
regulated, and when theyre washed away, your
face will produce oil to compensate, leading to
more blackheads and breakouts.
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Poor Hygiene
On the flip side, those with poor hygiene may
also experience their fair share of inflammation.
Be sure to wash your face at least once daily
using a gentle, calming cleanser. Also, remember
to wash immediately after exercise to limit the
contact of sweat on your skin. At night, dont
forget to remove the days makeup so your skin
can breathe while you sleep.
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Cell Phones (Gasp!)
Yes, your favorite pastime may be affecting your
skin. If you notice a crop of new zits on your
cheekbones or jaw, it could be due to excessive
touching when talking on the phone. Our phones
are a breeding ground for bacteria, harboring
dust and sweat unless frequently wiped clean.
While youre chatting, try speakerphone or a
headset, or just be aware and prevent your phone
from physically touching your face.
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Dirty Hair
Your scalp produces oils to nourish the hair,
just as your skin produces sebum. When hair rubs
against your face, it can deposit these oils onto
the skin and aggravate breakouts. Similarly, some
hairstyling products can affect acne as well, so
be sure to wash your hair regularly and rinse
thoroughly to prevent residue from touching your
skin.
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Touching Your Face
You probably dont want to think about the germs
you handle each day, so why would you let them
touch your face? Be conscious of comfortable
resting positions, like holding your chin in your
hand, to make sure you arent rubbing germs all
over your face. The grime, oils, and bacteria our
hands come into contact with can block pores and
cause breakouts.
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Dead Skin Cells
Though its important not to over-exfoliate, our
skin regenerates faster with a bit of sloughing.
When a buildup of dead skin cells remains in
pores for too long, it can mix with sebum and
cause clogs. With bacteria in the mix, this
clogged pore will surely lead to irritated acne.
This problem is easily handled, however. Gently
exfoliate your face every few days with your
favorite cleanser or device.
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Picking Popping
Guess Mom was right all those years stop
touching your face! Picking and popping pimples
can prolong healing and raise the risk of
scarring. Whats worse, picking can cause
bacteria or infected cells to get pushed further
into skin, leading to more swelling and redness.
Not a good look! Keep your hands off your face to
let things heal and recover.
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Sources
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Summary
Though acne is primarily caused by hormonal
factors, there are many attributes that aggravate
breakouts. From aggressive face washing to poor
diet, this presentation discusses the habits that
can lead to inflamed skin, and shares natural
acne solutions from Clearogen.