8 Myths About Acne That Are Making It Difficult For You To Get Rid Of It

Don’t we all crave for the perfect skin? But not many of us are blessed that way. Some of us suffer from acne attacks not just as teenagers but also as adults. While many a times these attacks go away on their own, some become worse and may leave scars on our face, which in turn leave scars on our personalities as well. Many youngsters suffer from a lot of self-esteem issues just because of acne. And while this might sound like a very vain obsession with looking perfect, we must remember that being a teenager is never easy, since they are trying to find a place in this world and fit in somewhere. And acne doesn’t make it any easier. Also, let’s face it – teenagers can be really cruel. Leave alone acne, if you have a different body type or hair, or even facial features, you can become the potential target of teenage bullies! Because of this, sometimes not just teenagers, but also adults, tend to believe just about anything that is said about acne and how to heal it. Here are a few misconceptions that people have about acne.

1. What You Eat Has Nothing To Do With Your Face

This is probably the biggest myth associated with skin care. What you eat has a direct correlation with the condition of your skin. If you eat oily and deep fried food, your skin will be oily and prone to acne. While it is a good idea to include a lot of leafy greens, fresh fruits and salads in your diet, it has no effect on your facial skin in particular.

2. Cigarettes Cause Acne Attacks.

While smoking is in itself not a healthy habit and is responsible for a lot of diseases including lung cancer, it is safe to presume that it doesn’t cause an acne attack. It may delay the healing process or make it worse, but it definitely does not cause it.

3. Wearing Make-Up Causes Acne.

The next time your mother says that your pimple outbreak is because of the makeup that you are using, please show her this article! Makeup doesn’t necessarily cause acne. Wearing the wrong kind for your skin might. So all you have to do is find a brand that suits your skin type. Try and avoid brands that use alcohol and oil because these two things are what cause acne.

4. Staying In The Sun Will Get Rid Of Acne.

This is a really unusual myth and we can’t for the love of god imagine how this became a thing. Sunbathing has many benefits, but getting rid of acne is not one of them. Also, you must always exercise caution while being out in the sun. Always use a sunscreen with a good SPF balance to protect yourself from the harmful effects of UV rays.

5. Stress Can Cause Pimples.

There are many disorders connected to stress but acne isn’t one of them. Stress may delay the healing of acne but doesn’t cause it.

6. Washing Face Often Helps Get Rid Of Acne.

This is perhaps the most common misconception about acne. Washing your face too often is actually harmful for your skin. Too much washing dries up the skin of your face. This actually might cause irritation and make the condition worse. It is recommended that you wash your face twice a day preferably with a sulfate free soap. Also, never rub your face dry, but always pat it dry using a towel.

7. Toothpaste Clears Acne.

This misconception has been fueled further by many “life hacks” lists which feature this point. Yes, applying toothpaste to a pimple will dry it up, but it has a lot of chemicals which might have an adverse effect on your face skin. It is better to use products which have been made specifically for fighting pimples.

8. Popping The Pimple Will Make It Go Away.

This is the most untrue one of them all! Popping a pimple will not make it go away. In fact, it will leave ugly scars on your face and make it worse. The best thing to do is to wait for the pimple to reduce by itself. However, if you do absolutely need to pop that pimple, make sure you wash your hands properly before touching your face and also wash your face later. Because if germs from your hands get transferred to your face, it will obviously cause more pimples and will make your acne worse than ever.

Do you know anyone who is suffering from self-esteem issues because of acne problems? Or know anyone who is probably making it worse for themselves by trying all kinds of random things and experimenting wildly? Share this article with them and let them know what is true and what isn’t. Also, if there are any other myths related to acne that you are aware of, let us know in the comments!

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