15 Ways to Keep Your Skin Clear
#15 Take Good Care of Your T-Zone
The T-Zone includes your forehead and nose, and this is where you'll most likely have the most breakouts. Use a product that is designed to handle an oily t-zone if this is your problem.
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Take Good Care of Your T-Zone
The T-Zone includes your forehead and nose, and this is where you'll most likely have the most breakouts. Use a product that is designed to handle an oily t-zone if this is your problem.
14:
Throw Away Old Makeup
This is particularly true for foundation and blushes. Only keep makeup for as long as three months. Old makeup can go bad and can cause serious skin irritation.
13:
Look For Non Comedogenic Products
These are the products that are clinically proven not to cause skin irritation. These products typically say "Dermatologist Approved."
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Clean Glasses and Sunglasses Regularly
The parts of your glasses that touch your skin should be cleaned thoroughly at least once a day to prevent oil from entering your pores.
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Try to Avoid Touching Your Face
The oil on your hands can transfer to your face, causing pore blockages.
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Avoid Smoking and Second Hand Smoke
Even second hand smoke can cause premature aging of the skin, not to mention its other side effects.
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Don't Wear Bangs if You Have Oily Hair
If you have oily hair and you wear bangs, the oil from your hair will irritate your skin. Try sweeping them to the side until they grow out.
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Avoid Wearing Hats on Hot Days
When you wear a hat and start to sweat, oil can build up under the band, causing a line of pimples right across your forehead.
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Use High Powered Sunscreen on Your Face
UV rays can cause sunburn, skin irritation and over time, can even cause skin cancer. Always use a high SPF sunblock on your face.
6:
Avoid Sugary Drinks
Soda and juices with a high sugar content can wreak havoc on your skin, causing breakouts.
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Don't Pop Your Zits
No one likes zits, but popping them can actually make them worse by driving the oil deeper into your skin.
4:
Use a Facial Cleanser That Doesn't Contain Alcohol
Alcohol can cause dry and cracked skin. Pick a natural cleanser that won't irritate your skin.
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Avoid Greasy Foods
Avoid foods like cheeseburgers, pizza and sausage. Not only does the meat contain oil which can bother your skin, but dairy is also bad for your skin.
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Avoid Wearing Heavy, Oil Based Makeup
Choose a foundation that has water in it, never oil. Oil will clog up your pores.
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Wash Your Face Twice a Day
Don't overdo it, just make sure to wash your face in the morning and at night with a non-irritating face wash.
