Blemish Busters
Summer is undoubtedly a time for celebrating our skin. But while we are out having fun in the sun, our skin is fighting a battle against the elements. Salt, heat, and sweat all wreak havoc on our pores; the warmth opens them and the sweat, salt, chlorine, and sand fill them, leaving us with unattractive pimples.
Hot humid climates can exacerbate acne. According to Kathryn Frew, M.D., a dermatologist at JUVA Skin and Laser Center in New York City, “[Hot and humid climates] increase the activity of the oil glands, which allows for more bacteria to colonize the skin.” Frew recommends that patients change their winter skincare regimens from cream-based products to lotions that are lighter for the summertime. She also advises to “use prescription acne medication on a regular basis to prevent outbreaks. Make sure you have products on hand, such as benzoyl peroxide or sulfur-based medications to apply as spot treatment to readily reduce the size of pimples.”
Don’t let your skin get flaky from over-drying acne meds, but don’t let the pimples get the best of you either. Fight back and fend off acne with these tips and summer skincare favorites:
Cleanse
Nature’s Gate Organics Advanced Care Natural Results Acne Treatment Systemwith Oligopeptide-10 and salicylic acid to prevent and treat acne. www.natures-gate.com
EmerginC Pomegranate Gel Cleanser contains brightening agents and fruit acids, which offer gentle exfoliation. www.emerginc.com
Acne Recovery Face Wash gently exfoliates dead skin cells with salicylic acid. www.acnerecovery.com
Moisturize
Derma e Clear Skin 3 Problem Skin Moisturizer prevents clogged pores and bacterial infections with tea tree and willow bark. www.dermae.net
Juara Sweet Black Tea & Rice Facial Moisturizer utilizes the antioxidant benefits found in tea to diminish and prevent fine lines and wrinkles. www.juaraskincare.com
Spot Treat
Jurlique Herbal Recovery Gel reduces inflammation with chamomile, calendula, and licorice. www.jurlique.com
M.D. Skincare All Over Blemish Solution is a lightly tinted formula that treats and conceals existing blemishes. www.mdskincare.com
Nu Skin Clear Action Acne Treatment System is a four-step pimple plan that contains salicylic acid to erase blemishes. www.nuskin.com
Mask it Over
Zia Acne Treatment Mask with colloidal sulfur, tea tree, and natural clay, reduces redness while healing breakouts. www.zianatural.com
Murad Clarifying Mask with 4% Sulfur eliminates pimples while soothing and calming the skin. www.murad.com
Kinerase Clear Skin Regulating Mask is a clay-based mask that heals and reduces inflammation. www.kinerase.com
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