"Experts believe that the tendency of acne to break out is largely hereditary but outside factors can result in eruptions throughout your entire life.  Most common "triggers" are stress, lack of sleep, inadequate skin-care practice, wearing heavy oil-rich makeup, taking birth-control pills high in progesterone and eating foods rich in iodine, Vit. E or preservatives." (ABC's of the Human Body)

According to researchers, blackheads and whiteheads on face are precursors to pimples and when you have a number of pimples at a given time, then you have an acne.  Blackheads and whiteheads on face are plugs of dried sebum dead skin cells, and debris that clog skin pores.  When you get infected by bacteria, pus forms and you get a pimple.

According to dermatologist, there is no complete cure for acne but time.  Acne is due to hyperactivity of the sebaceous glands in the skin during puberty.  In a majority of cases, acne is a transitory condition that gradually diminishes with the stabilization of hormones in adulthood.  Much can be done to keep the condition under control until adolescence is over.

Tracking your skin's up and down

Dermatologists cited that emotions aren't the sole predictors of skin health.  Genes, humidity, pollution and even a sleepless night all can affect your skin.  But when a condition persists that  while you may not able to control the external triggers, it's sometimes possible to defuse the emotional source of skin problem.  For some, stress management techniques such as meditation and exercise can do the trick.

"To identify your emotional triggers, he recommends keeping a journal for two weeks to tract what makes your skin worse- and what makes it better.  There was once a patient who developed a rash on her wedding ring finger.  The woman realized that the rash symbolized the resentment she felt toward her husband, who wasn't being supported around the house, she sought counseling to work on expressing her feelings directly and the rash disappeared", says a psychologist.

Tips for acne

"Acne prevention tips from the expert:

1) Keep the skin clean.  Gentle face washing, especially when the skin feels oily is a good  idea. Moderate exposure to sunlight also helps.

2) Cleanse your skin twice a day.  Avoid exfoliates, scrubbing-action may actually spread the infection.

3) Avoid prolonged use of a tropical treatment, especially skin antibiotics.  Stay away from harsh soaps, facial creams and moisturizer that may block hair follicle and trap sebum (an oily substance)." (anonymous)

Cover acne

Cover Acne scars.  First, make sure both your face and hands are clean when applying make-up.  Apply your moisturizer before you put on foundation.  That way, it's easier to blend in the cover-up, and the flow of your foundation will not be disrupted.  Next go over the blemish and the rest of your face with your foundation, using a small damp sponge.  Then go back and cover the blemish with your covering sticks or concealer cream.  Use a makeup brush to dot it on, then pat gently with the tip of the sponge to blend.  Remember two light applications are better than one heavy one, because you'll get a more natural look that will last longer.

To set your makeup, a lose translucent powder is best.  Use a cotton puff to apply power with a gentle, patting motion, then dust off any excess.  When choosing a powder, find one that is pale and translucent, but not too light.  Your base, cover-up and powder should all be in the same tone to give the most natural, subtle effect.

Sources:

ABC'S of the Human Body, Published material

Anonymous. "Acne." Woman's Home Companion, 10 July 2002

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