How to Clear and Prevent Acne

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By Paul and Emily
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Clear and Prevent Acne

I am sure that all of us at one time or another in our lives (probably in our teenage years) have suffered from the embarrassing affects of acne. Here are some great tips to help clear those unsightly blemishes.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Don't touch
Apply over-the-counter products
Wash properly
Eliminate oily facial products
Benzoyl Peroxide

Step 1

Whatever you do, don’t touch, pop or otherwise manipulate your pimples. When you touch the pimples, you risk the spreading of bacteria and increase the odds of scaring.
Step 2

Apply over-the-counter acne medication and find one that works best for you. A lot of skin care doctors say that the best acne medications out there contain the active ingredient Benzoyl Peroxide. Benzoyl Peroxide helps eliminate blockage caused by dead skin cells, bacteria, and oil in the pores. Make sure to use it once or twice a day. Apply a moisturizer after using, to decrease the amount of drying that may occur.
Step 3

Always make sure that you wash your face once or twice a day. Use a mild soap and rub lightly with your fingers and don’t use a washcloth
Step 4

Don’t use oily products on your hair or oily moisturizers and cleansers on your skin. This will help prevent breakouts.