Five steps to better skin.

A week before New Years, I began breaking out. Ever since 2017, I have always had acne, some days it's fine and sometimes, my face looks like a pink cookie with all that acne. This time it hurt to see my face, I didn't want to begin a new decade with bad skin. I had one week to control the damage. Fast forward to New Years, my skin is much better, no prominent pimples along with some scars that are fading away. Based on my experience, here are five simple steps to better skin.

Tea tree oil

Tea tree oil is a popular choice for treating acne because of its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. This oil works like a magic potion, it helps to calm redness, swelling, and inflammation. Personally, I use The Body Shop's tea tree oil. Tea tree oil can literally make an upcoming pimple disappear.

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera gel is another popular choice for those with bad skin. It is very gentle on the skin. Applying cool aloe vera gel on the face feels very soothing and refreshing. Aloe Vera gel has replaced my day and night creams,toner, and essence.I simply apply a thick layer of it on my face. It also helps fade acne scars.

Apply Sunscreen

Sunscreen should be an essential part of any skincare routine. Sunscreen prevents skin damage due to uv rays. If you have acne prone skin, it prevents the reddening of the infected regions.

Hydrate

Drinking enough water has many benefits, its like a solution to all your problems. Drinking water can help hydrate your skin. As acne is usually caused due to dry skin, drinking water can help in reducing acne breakouts considerably.

Don't touch your face, just don't.

Touching your face will spread bacteria and dirt, which will then clog pores and cause acne. I know that its difficult in the beginning but it is a necessary habit.

And lastly, be patient with your skin. Let it heal and recover at its pace.

Until Friday,

hx.

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