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This is the number one rule! Pimples contain nasty bacteria. If you pop your pimples, that bacteria has a chance of getting inside other pores and giving them a place to stay without charging rent, so to speak. Make sure your pimples pay rent. Foundation and lipstick can be harmful to the skin. Although it may be a bit embarrassing going fresh faced if you have bad skin, going "bare" will definitely help your skin clear up. Inflammation will cause even more redness and pain. Your hands (no matter how many times you wash them) have oils and dirt on them, and are vectors for bacteria. If you're constantly wiping that dirt, oil, and bacteria back onto your face, chances are it's not going to respond too well and you will also end up spreading even more of the bacteria to other areas of your face. Many doctors recommend that you drink between 9 and 12 cups of water per day (2.2 to 3 liters), depending on whether you are a girl or guy. (Women should drink 9 cups, men should drink 12.) Your skin is an organ in your body, too, and like your kidney, it needs adequate amounts of water to function properly. Although the evidence has been disputed for decades, new reports seem to indicate that diets do have a substantial effect on acne, listing sugar as a trigger. Sugars cause a spike in insulin, which in turn stimulates certain pimple producing hormones. Milk, too, has recently been implicated as an acne-producing agent. Milk stimulates male sex hormones — testosterone and androgens — that, along with insulin, cause nasty pimples. Green tea contains tons of antioxidants that help fight free radicals; free radicals affect the cells that may be responsible for signs of aging in the skin. For a healthy alternative to water, brew some tasty and healthy green tea! Diet can help your complexion look its best if you let it. There's nothing amazing about the following sentence, and you can probably guess what it's going to be: eat more fruits and vegetables, more healthy fats, and experiment with probiotics Make sure you get 5 to 9 servings of healthy vegetables (especially leafy greens) per day. There's fat, and then there's healthy fat. Healthy fats, like omega-3s, help fight inflammation and promote healthy cells. Omega-3s are damaged by oxygen, meaning if you eat foods that are rich in omega-3s, try to eat them raw. In a pinch, baked or broiled is better than boiling or fried. Foods rich in omega-3s include:  Fish, particularly salmon, sardines, and herring.  Seeds and nuts, particularly flaxseed.  Leafy greens, particularly spinach and arugula. Probiotics are healthy bacteria found in certain foods, such as kombucha, that promote good digestive health and cut down inflammation. Probiotics such as lactobacillus may improve acne. Look for probiotics at your local grocer's or natural health store. This one is another no-brainer. The right kind of vitamins will help your body create vibrant, wonderful skin and fight acne to boot. Vitamin-A has been particularly effective in promoting healthy skin. Do not take vitamin-A if you are pregnant. Evening primrose oil is an anti-inflammatory omega-6 fat, a deficiency of which may cause acne. Take 1000 to 1500mg twice a day. Zinc citrate helps with protein synthesis, wound healing, and normal tissue function. Take 30 mg a day. Critical for skin health, vitamin-E is low in many acne sufferers. Take 400 IU (international units) a day. Washing your face too much will only make your face dry, causing your face to produce more oils, which unfortunately equals more acne. Washing strips the moisture from your skin as it fights the acne-producing bacteria. Ensure that you give your skin the moisture it needs, even if you have naturally oily skin. This simply means that they won't clog your pores. You don't want your moisturizer to clog pores right after you've cleaned them. These kinds of moisturizers, as opposed to cream-based moisturizers, won't make your skin feel as clammy and oily. What is a toner? A toner is a lotion or wash that helps shrink your pores while cleaning grime and dirt away. Be careful about toners with alcohol because they will wipe away the oil from your face. This causes more oil to be produced, along with more acne. Find a toner that is low on alcohol but still effective. Doctors aren't completely sure why, but they do know that there is a link between stress and skin disorders, specifically stress and acne. Somehow, the cells that produce sebum, which is the stuff that ultimately causes acne, become unregulated when a person experiences a lot of stress. Some people detach from stressful situations by taking a walk. Others pour their stress out onto a canvas by painting. Whatever it is that you do to decompress, do it early and do it often. There are numerous meditation techniques, so find the one(s) that work for you. Some people choose yoga for meditation. Being sleep deprived can cause stress and increase acne As we learned above, stress can have a deleterious effect on skin, causing acne. Speaking of sleep, change your pillowcase on a regular basis. Consider wrapping your pillowcase in a towel to absorb oil. You can flip the towel over the next night. Teenagers should try to get between 10 and 11 hours of sleep per night. For pretty much any ailment aside from muscle or bone damage, exercise is a panacea. Exercise is a great option for getting your circulation going, and anything that promotes good circulation also helps keep your skin healthy and vibrant-looking. A couple things to remember when you exercise: The benefits of getting your circulation jump started can be outweighed by the disadvantages of sun damage if you're not careful. Wear sunscreen that is light and doesn't irritate or sting your skin. When you sweat, your pores can get clogged with salty, dirty residue that's leftover from your workout. Be sure to wash your body, and especially your face, after you exercise.
Don't pop your pimples. Consider going  without makeup for a while. Another disadvantage of popping pimples is that the skin around the pimple, and the pimple itself, will become inflamed. Try not to touch your face. Drink enough water. Cut sweet, sugary drinks like sodas, juices, and smoothies out of your diet. Drink less milk. Unsweetened green tea may be helpful, too. Eat a balanced diet. People who eat more fruits and veggies, and less milk and sugar, tend to have less acne. Eat omega-3 fatty acids. Consider probiotics. Eat the right vitamins, in moderation. Try evening primrose oil. Try zinc citrate. Try vitamin-E. Don't try to wash your face more than twice a day. Moisturize after each time you wash your face. Use moisturizers that are non-comedogenic. If you do happen to have naturally oily skin, try looking for a gel-based moisturizer. Use a toner for oily skin. Remove as much unhealthy stress from your life as possible. Find creative outlets for your stress. Try meditation techniques. Make sure you're getting enough sleep. Young and elderly people need more sleep than adults. Exercise. Always wear sunscreen if exercising outdoors. Shower or clean yourself after you exercise.