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6 Steps to Clear, Acne-Free Skin
By Ron King
Hundreds of medications, treatments, cleansers and
cosmetics are available for people with acne, but the
most important elements of an acne-fighting
program won¡¯t cost you a cent.
1. Nourish your skin by eating a healthy and
balanced diet.
Most health care specialists agree that a healthy
diet will benefit your skin. Cut down on caffeine,
sugar and refined carbohydrates, all of which can
activate the hormones that tell your sebaceous
glands to produce more oil. Add more fruits,
vegetables, seeds, nuts, juices and other healthy
treats to your daily diet, and you¡¯ll see in
improvement in your skin.
2. Drink lots of water to maintain the skin's elasticity.
Plenty of water is essential to the health of your
skin. One of the main activities of the body¡¯s self-
healing system is to filter the blood, a job performed
mostly by the kidneys, with help from the skin in the
form of perspiration. This self-healing system
removes the toxic wastes of metabolizing food and
of other harmful substances that get into our bodies
one way or another.
This purification system operates efficiently only if
the volume of water flowing through it is sufficient to
carry away the wastes. 6 to 8 glasses (64 fluid
ounces) of water a day is the recommendation. To
reach your quota, carry bottled water with you in
your car, your purse, your briefcase¡ªwherever you
go.
Get the water habit, and your skin will thank you for
it.
3. Exercise regularly for good circulation.
Get into a regular routine of exercise. Do it for at
least half an hour, five days a week. Exercise
improves your blood circulation, helping your body
clear toxins from your system, including your skin.
Better circulation also increases the delivery of
oxygen and nutrients to your skin. Exercise also
relieves stress, which is a common cause of acne
flare-ups. Last but not least, exercise releases
endorphins, the "feel good" substance in your brain
that puts a smile on your face¡ªthe best beauty
secret of all.
4. Cleanse your face¡ªthen tone, moisturize, and
exfoliate.
At night
* First remove your makeup with an oil-free makeup
remover and a cotton ball.
* Then wash your face with lukewarm water and an
oil-free, non-comedogenic (doesn¡¯t block pores)
cleanser.
* Pat (don¡¯t rub) it dry with a soft towel.
* And apply an oil-free moisturizer.
In the morning
* Wash your face as directed above, then use an
alcohol-free toner.
* Next apply moisturizer.
* Then apply makeup¡ªall oil-free and non-
comedogenic.
Once or twice a week use an exfoliator with alpha
hydroxy acid or glycolic acid. This will aid in the
shedding of dead skin cells, the ¡°food¡± for the
bacteria that cause pimples.
If you exercise during the day, you¡¯ll need to wash
your face a third time, immediately afterward.
5. Protect your skin from the sun and harsh weather.
One popular myth about acne is that tanning will
clear it. It may seem so at first, but soon you will
notice that your tanned skin becomes less pliable,
making it less able to shed oil and dead skin cells,
which clog your pores. Your acne will become worse,
not better.
Always wear sun block with at least an SPF-15 UVA
& UVB rating. If you¡¯ll be outside in the sun for long,
wear a wide-brimmed hat.
6. Get plenty of good-quality rest.
Your immune system requires energy to do its work,
including the work of protecting your skin from acne.
The deep sleep the brain needs for ¡°recharging¡±
comes several hours into the sleep cycle. That¡¯s why
a few hours here and there won¡¯t do. Most people
need at least 6 to 8 hours of sleep a night. Consider
it beauty sleep.
If you make these 6 items part of your daily routine,
you¡¯ll look better, feel better, and have less need of
expensive acne treatments and cosmetics.
About the Author
Visit Ron's website latest-acne-solutions.com to learn more about the lastest research into acne relief.
Copyright 2005 Ron King. This article may be reprinted as long as the resource box is left intact and all links are hyperlinked.
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