What is acne-prone skin? Acne is a skin condition caused by an increase in sebum secretion by the sebaceous gland. Bacteria grow inside, causing pimples. Other skin lesions may appear such as blackheads, comedones, cysts, nodules. Acne affects the face, neck, chest, upper back, shoulders, and forearms. This skin condition usually appears during puberty, a period of significant hormonal changes. However, it is also common in adult women (and some men as well). The causes are often stress, fatigue, and, of course, hormones. As a result, the skin will produce more sebum, promoting the proliferation of bacteria under the skin and the appearance of acne pimples. Natural treatments to care for acne-prone skin on a daily basis. The primary goal when caring for acne-prone skin is to deeply purify it to reduce localized inflammation. Cleansing is the first step in this routine. The cleansing product you choose should be gentle but purifying enough. Aleppo soap is one of those natural soaps that will disinfect and moisturize the skin. You should know that even oily skin needs hydration to prevent it from producing too much sebum. You can also use a gentle sulfate-free cleansing gel , which will not harm the skin. After washing, to soothe your skin, you can opt for floral waters that will also provide hydration. Chamomile floral water is one of the most soothing. To cleanse, we recommend lavender floral water. Spray them directly onto your face and let it dry. Next comes the hydration and nutrition stage. What you need to remember is that if you have acne-prone skin, you should avoid comedogenic skincare products . These will clog pores and encourage the appearance of spots. Vegetable oils are very good allies. Yes, vegetable oils, even on oily skin. Well chosen, they will help regulate your skin's sebum production. The vegetable oil par excellence for acne-prone skin is black seed oil . It is antibacterial, healing, and anti-inflammatory. Apply it alone, directly to the areas to be treated. You can combine it with other vegetable oils to use it as a serum. Find a simple recipe for an anti-acne serum on the blog. These simple steps should also be performed at night for best results. Remember to wash your hands thoroughly before touching your skin. Natural deep care to take care of acne-prone skin In addition to the daily routine we recommended above, you can perform a few treatments for deep conditioning. Once or twice a week, a scrub followed by a purifying mask can help reduce inflammation. Be careful, the scrub must remain gentle to avoid the opposite effect. Choose one with very fine grains and without fragrance. Make your own scrub with extra-fine coconut bark powder mixed with a vegetable oil, for example. Follow your scrub with a green clay mask, preferably. This clay has antiseptic, purifying, and healing properties. You can apply it alone to the face, only mixed with water. You can also make a treatment that will be even more effective in treating your acne naturally. Find our anti-acne mask recipe on the blog. It's an easy-to-make and highly effective treatment. What to remember When caring for acne-prone skin, purifying skincare products should be the first choice. They help eliminate bacteria that build up under the skin, reducing inflammation and the appearance of pimples. Don't touch your pimples with your fingers. This can damage them and increase inflammation and scarring. It's important to be consistent in your routines and to be patient. If, despite our advice, you don't see any changes, don't hesitate to consult a specialist.
