ways to clear your skin?

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iv tried lemon juice, i wash my face every day ( sometimes twice) iv tried masks, i always squeeze my skin and i know its bad but i cant help it, i feel so disgusting with pimples on my face :(

please help!!!!!!!!!

xxx

Natasha · Answer

Don't use lemon juice. Citrus can cause photosensitivity and you'll end up with worse problems than acne.

Avoid all fragrances and perfumes in products.

Use a pH balanced cleanser. Your skin pH is slightly acidic (~4.5-5.5) to fight off bacteria. Using a product with a higher pH will allow bacteria to grow.

Avoid irritating ingredients like alcohol (usually labeled as "denat. alcohol", "alcohol" or "SD alcohol" on ingredient lists) or menthol. These dry out your skin and compromise your skin barrier.

Use a good moisturizer, even if you have oily skin. A damaged barrier cannot repair itself.

Scrubs get recommended a lot, but only use ones with jojoba beads or peeling gels. Avoid ones with crushed fruit seeds (like St. Ives): http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/american-academy-of-dermatology-cutting-through-the-clutter-making-the-most-of-your-facial-cleansing-routine-66336867.html

Scrubs with jagged edges cause microscopic tears in the skin and allow bacteria to enter.

Sur La Mer · Answer

Good skin care does, and you're not doing it!

Allergic reaction happens to all of us in somewhere or other.

I've posted tips & suggestions on Acne here:

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=Au8Jhu2BmxRKTIrWs6rYvY7ty6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20130627180524AAk0Z4O
ALSO Google: Studies show hair products can cause acne
7-25-14. Studies have found that ingredients in shampoos, gels, pomades and sprays can trigger a reaction on facial skin

Example of one taking nail & hair vitamins now with bad acne:
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