The war against acne is fought on many fronts, but the only place acne is weakest is under the skin. Hit him before he gets up to challenge you. Acne prevention is truly the only “cure” there is. The word “cure” is used loosely, because there really is no true cure for acne. Acne can happen at any time, to anyone, for many reasons. Knowing the reasons why acne occurs is one of the best preventative measures to defeat acne on your turf.
Acne prevention: know your enemy
Acne likes to rear its ugly head when your body is fighting other things. He likes to sneak up behind you and take you down while you’re busy with other enemies. An acne breakout usually occurs: at the onset of PMS or puberty, after a change in diet, during times of inactivity, during a specific allergy season, after a change in skin care products, or even when sick. If you’re a woman and you know PMS is coming, take steps to make sure your flare-up is less or even non-existent. If you know you are allergic to spring flowers and spring is coming, buy facial cleansers and masks. Now you know, and knowing is half the battle in acne prevention.
Acne Prevention: Destroy or Be Destroyed!
In the ever-present battle against the enemy, acne, there are tactical moves you can incorporate into your daily life to help prevent acne:
• Eat vegetables and fruits – Fruits and vegetables are full of natural antioxidants that help cleanse your body of toxins that can build up under the skin and cause breakouts.
• Proper skin care: Human skin, despite its tough exterior, is actually very fragile and sensitive. Sometimes the best way to care for your skin is to use gentle cleansers rather than harsh, abrasive cleansers that can actually cause irritation.
• Exercise – To be fit for any battle, you need to exercise. Exercise increases your heart rate, which increases circulation. Increased circulation means your body can get rid of toxins much faster. Health is in the blood.
In Japanese culture, Samurai were warriors well known for using the things around them to dispatch their enemies. In his case, the pen was sometimes mightier than the sword. Just like the Samurai, there are many things available in the world around you that can be used efficiently in your battle against acne. Not only are there various acne-fighting and acne-treating products at the drugstore, there are some on the farm market as well. Lemons, garlic, and apple cider vinegar are natural acne remedies.
The battle against acne can be long and exhausting. You have to know your enemy, be willing to fight by any means necessary, and be willing to lose some good men in the fight (your money). Planning a preemptive strike is easy. Assemble your army (your cleansers), prepare for battle (read the instructions), and move towards acne prevention.