Let’s talk about Acne
What is Acne?
Acne is when the hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells.
There are various forms of Acne:
Whiteheads (closed plugged pores)
Blackheads (open plugged pores)
Pimples (small red tender bumps with pus)
Cysts (large painful lumps with pus)
Nodules (large painful lumps)
It can happen to everyone, but more common in teenager as their sebaceous glands are more active.
Acne is not dangerous but without proper care, it can leave scars.
Most common areas for Acne to appear are
Face
Forehead
Chest
Upper Back
Shoulders
Pimples is caused by Propionibacterium acnes, bacteria that live on the skin and contributes to the inflammation and the infection.
How to prevent Acne?
To prevent Acne, the key is to control sebum production and maintaining cleanliness:
Wash your face twice a day with warm water and ASEPSO™ Acne Care as it contains the compounds to combat acne.
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Helps to remove dead skin cells
Clears blocked pores
Reduces swelling and redness
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Antibacterial - Helps to kill bacteria
Absorbs excess sebum
Helps removing dead skin cells by drying them out
Helps in unclogging the pores
Do not use facial scrubs
Avoid popping pimples or touching the face
Wash hands frequently
Clean eyewear and phone screens regularly
Avoid excessive sun exposure
Keep calm and stress-free
Do not sleep with makeup on
Avoid oil-based products for skin and hair
Wear loose breathable clothing if you are prone to have acne on your body
