Acne troubles many young people, especially some beauty-conscious girls. The editor has listed some misconceptions about eliminating acne, hoping that girls will no longer regret acne problems.
1. Squeezing and picking with hands
Some acne-prone individuals think that by squeezing out the white substance inside a pimple with their hands, the acne will disappear quickly. Moreover, since some hospitals sometimes use the squeezing method to treat acne, as soon as pimples appear, they squeeze them without hesitation. Little do they know that the more you squeeze, the more and bigger the pimples become. Why is this? Firstly, hands carry a lot of bacteria. Squeezing can lead to bacterial infection, worsening inflammation, turning small pimples into large pustules, and eventually leaving permanent scars. Hospitals have proper sterilization measures, and after squeezing, they also apply antibiotic ointment to prevent infection. So if you really need to squeeze, it's better to go to the hospital. Secondly, not all pimples can be squeezed. Inflamed pimples or pimples that are not yet prominent are not suitable for squeezing; the former can worsen infection, while the latter cannot completely remove the sebum inside. Pimples near the nasolabial folds and around the mouth should not be squeezed either, as the blood flow in these areas is connected to the brain, and infection could be much more serious. If the skin lesion is a mature comedo with no obvious inflammation, a doctor can use a special comedone extractor to remove the white substance after strict sterilization, preventing the comedo from further developing into inflammatory and pustular acne.
Some friends know the harms of squeezing pimples but cannot resist picking at them, making it difficult to break the bad habit of picking acne. This is mainly due to underlying psychological needs, so it's hard to control. At this time, substitute therapy can be used. Those in need can look for the product 'MiaoFuLe Cleansing Pen.' It is small and portable; whenever you feel like squeezing or touching acne, you can take it out and roll it on the pimple. It can disinfect and reduce inflammation, making the acne shrink, dry up, and fall off quickly without leaving scars. It is very useful as it treats acne while satisfying psychological needs.
2. Relying on medication
Many acne sufferers are very dependent on topical ointments because these ointments often have an 'immediate effect,' showing noticeable improvement in just a few days, which caters to the desire for fast acne removal.But in the long run, using topical ointments has significant side effects, which can actually worsen acne symptoms and lead to problems such as steroid-dependent dermatitis, increased skin sensitivity, dark spots on the skin, poor skin elasticity, thinning skin, reduced skin resistance, broken capillaries, and premature aging. If topical ointments need to be used, they must be used under a doctor's guidance.
Dr. Sonigo from France specially developed the "LaFORMULE" formula for problematic acne-prone skin. Due to the side effects of topical ointments, essential oils have become popular for treating acne, as they are considered natural antibiotics with no toxic side effects. They not only have strong anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties but also can repair inflamed and damaged skin, restoring its smoothness and fineness. Some acne sufferers buy a lot of essential oils and try to create their own acne-treatment oils. However, since different essential oils have different effects, without professional knowledge, DIY mixtures often do not achieve satisfactory results. Therefore, composite essential oil formulas for acne treatment are sold very popular online. In a laboratory in Paris, Dr. Sonigo specially developed the "LaFORMULE" formula for problematic acne-prone skin, using a variety of precious plant essential oils, such as English lavender, wild thyme, rosemary, clove, Ceylon cinnamon, wild marjoram, and peppermint, applying aromatherapy to address acne issues. Currently, this brand is sold in multiple countries.
3. Over-controlling oil
Many people think that if the skin surface is oily, it will block pores and cause acne. This idea is very one-sided. A moderate amount of oil can keep the skin moisturized and protect its healthy condition. Excessive oil-control can cause a rebound effect—the more you control oil, the more it produces. This is because when the skin lacks oil, it sends signals to the sebaceous glands to secrete more oil, while moisture secretion significantly decreases, eventually creating truly oily skin.
Expert tips: Even with oily skin, washing the face twice a day is sufficient. Use a non-soap facial cleanser morning and evening, then apply a non-greasy day cream. Avoid excessive use of oil-control products. The effectiveness of oil-control products is not always better the stronger they are. Choose according to your skin type, and preferably select acne-specific cleansing and care ointments that regulate oil and water balance, keeping the skin fresh and non-greasy.In addition, you should not over-exfoliate. Over-exfoliation can make the skin fragile and sensitive, causing symptoms such as redness and visible capillaries. Try to choose a gentle exfoliating cream that does not damage the skin while removing excess keratin.
4. Neglecting skincare
Acne-prone skin is very fragile and easily sensitive. Improper handling can easily cause cross-infection, leading to frequent recurrence, so more careful skincare is necessary. This is an important step that many acne sufferers often overlook. Proper care often brings twice the result with half the effort. Especially after using fast-acting acne medications, it is even more important to pay attention to skin care, because fast-acting acne drugs all have certain side effects and generally have a higher tendency to cause recurrence. Besides acne treatment, it is also necessary to focus on daily regulation to change the skin environment, allowing the skin to return to its original healthy state, which can solve the root problem.
Asian skincare professional institutions, through close tracking surveys of acne populations in Europe and America, studied their acne treatment methods and skincare measures and found that their concepts of acne skincare are quite different from ours. Firstly, they emphasize prevention, taking measures during the early stage of acne, using fast and timely acne skincare products rather than picking or squeezing the skin by hand. Timely measures allow small pimples to be resolved easily and worry-free. Meanwhile, they also focus greatly on recovery and daily skin care, selecting professional skincare products suitable for acne-prone skin for use both morning and night. This not only effectively prevents the recurrence of acne but also provides regular skincare maintenance.
Content reprinted from: Mo Ming Yuan Traditional Chinese Medicine Network
