Acne - Myths and Facts

There are many myths associated with acne. In this article you will learn about the most common of them. Common misconceptions about acne is that acne is caused by poor hygiene, stress, poor diet, or any other cause. What in fact can not be completely or even remotely true. Acne is caused by a combination of factors you can't control, like your hormone balance and the natural pace of your skin's renewal system.

Myth: Squeez acne is a good way to get rid of them.

Fact: Always avoid squeezing pimples.  Some people might assume that if you squeeze pimples, it will make them less noticeable and help them heal faster.  However, this is not the case.  Extrusion and tinkering helps the spread of bacteria on the skin.  This actually leads to an aggravation of the state and the spread of infection.

Myth: The cause of acne - the use of certain types of food such as fried foods and chocolate.

Fact: As a rule, it is a wrong statement.  Diet may have some influence on the exacerbation of acne.  However, diet alone usually does not cause acne.  It depends on the body.  Although a healthy diet and a balanced diet is recommended for all people.  In fact, there is no scientific evidence that eating certain foods associated with acne.  A balanced diet that includes fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains and dairy products low in fat, improve your overall health and help you have healthy skin.

Myth: Stress causes acne.

Fact: As a general rule, the daily stress does not cause acne.  However, there are several cases in which excessive stress can contribute to acne.

Myth: Tan gets rid of acne.

Fact: Moderate exposure to sunlight can help in the process of drying excess sebum, thus reducing the oiliness of the skin that accompanies acne.  However, sun exposure will not prevent the emergence of new pimples.  At best, it simply masks the tan spots.  You should also bear in mind that for too long exposure to the sun may have other, more serious consequences for your skin.

Myth: You can get rid of acne, if often  wash.

Fact: Of course, it is important to keep the face clean, if you suffer from acne, but acne  not caused by poor hygiene.  If you have pimples on your face, you should wash your face at least twice a day - morning and evening.  Also, if you exercise during the day, you also need to wash after exercising.  However, washing alone will not rid you of acne.  In addition, you should not use scrubs and other rough cleansers.  This will only worsen the situation.

Myth: To avoid acne, do not use makeup.
Fact: There is some truth in this statement.  However, this only applies to cheap and not very high quality of cosmetics.  Currently, there is a huge range of tools designed specifically for oily skin, problem skin.

Myth: Acne - it's not such a serious problem, do not so much to worry about it.
Fact: Having acne can affect our self-confidence, self-esteem.  It can even affect our social relationships and performance.