Make Up Tips for Acne and Zits

The beauty of your face can be diminished if you have an outbreak of acne or pimples. We have discussed in more detail the “How to cover up” blemishes in our Concealer Make Up tips section.

Here we will emphasize more how to prevent and treat blemishes. Bacteria are the cause of acne, blemishes, pimples, or zits. Keep that in mind as you read these tips:  

How to cover acne scars:

Use an oil-free liquid foundation applied with a foundation brush.

How to prevent outbreaks:

1. Keep your face and hair clean.  Wash your face gently twice a day with antibacterial soap. Wash your hands frequently, and keep them away from your face.  Use a good over-the-counter product to help prevent acne.
    

2. Wash often all things that come in contact with your face; pillowcases, make up sponges and brushes, telephone, washcloths, and towels.
    

3. Avoid harsh soaps and colognes that could aggravate your skin.
    

4. Wash off all make up at the end of the day.  Toss any make up that smells rancid or that has gone past its’ expiration date.
    

5. Eat healthy and get enough sleep.  There is no proof that diet affect blemishes, but it can’t hurt.
    

6. If you begin having real acne problems consult a dermatologist for instructions on how to prevent scarring.

How to dry out zits:

• If your have oily skin, use an over-the-counter acne treatment containing five percent benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid.

• If you just broke out, but don’t have any acne medicine, try toothpaste or calamine lotion.  Both have a drying effect, but aren’t as good as other medications.

• If you have a pimple that hasn’t headed up yet, apply a warm washcloth to the area twice a day.

• Another technique to try is to put a small piece of tape over the blemish overnight.  This is supposed to help dry up the fluid. 

How to Treat Pimples on your Back:

A lot of the ideas above still apply here.  You need to keep sheets and pillowcases clean.  Get a good back-scrubber so you can clean all areas of your back.  Dry off using a clean towel.  Apply astringent to your back with cotton balls after every shower.

Acne Make Up Tips