Dry Acne Skin

Posted on June 24, 2009
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There is a false myth running that only oily-skinned people are likely to develop acne. Well, this is definitely wrong! Acne does not choose victims on such criteria; yet in certain cases, people with oily skin are more affected by this dermatological condition. An unhealthy diet, hormonal changes, bacterial infections and a chaotic lifestyle could make the right premises for a dry acne skin episode. Before starting any targeted treatment, it is important to identify the causes behind the acne problem. Yet, a double approach is required most of the time: one to cure acne and the other to reduce skin dryness.

dry acne prone skin

Good moisturizing is the key to treating dry acne skin, because you thus protect the natural skin barrier against all sorts of factors. The lotions and creams you use ought to contain soothing and healing agents like aloe vera, for example, that moisturizes and promotes tissue regeneration at the same time. In case you no one single product is available for both problems, there are plenty of home remedies that could prove useful. Callendula for instance is a herb with good antibacterial and regenerative properties that will accelerate the healing of the acne lesions while also dealing with the excessive dryness.

dry skin and acne

Depending on the condition of the dry acne skin, the doctor may also prescribe the use of oral medication besides the topical remedies. Ointments should be applied not only on the acne affected skin portions but also on more sensitive locations that could easily become affected: the areas around the lips, the nose, the eyes and even the neck. In case you have acne extended on other parts of the body, clothing and hygiene rules are just as important as proper tissue hydration. Clothing could be a great relief or the source of even more pain if you don’t choose it carefully; therefore, cotton should be preferred over any other synthetic fabric.

dry acne skin

During summer dry acne skin tends to get worse. On the one hand it is easier to deal with the dryness because the air is more humid and tissues retain moisture better, and on the other, the heat makes a favorable condition for acne to outburst. Try to remain consistent and persistent in the treatment of dry acne skin regardless of season. Use cleansers that do not dry the skin even further and find an alcohol free disinfectant that can be applied on the acne-affected body parts.

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