Sep 03 2009
Dos and don’ts of back-to-school skin care
The stress teenagers experience in the first weeks of the new school year can leave its mark – literally.
Clearing up acne-prone skin is mission-critical for back-to-school. Adopting a skin-smart approach with a few simple steps can help keep breakouts at bay.
“Top priority is establishing and maintaining a daily skin care routine,” said Antonella Fiedler, business manager for Galderma. “Dermatologists tend to recommend a three-step approach that involves cleansing with a gentle foaming cleanser, treating with an acne-bacteria-fighting gel like Benzoyl Peroxide and hydrating with an ultra-light moisturizing lotion.”
Cetaphil Acne Principles is an example of a simple three-step system that helps attain clearer skin and takes the guess work out of product selection. The treatment is available in a starter kit and is also sold separately. The key to success is incorporating a daily skin care routine – so remember to be proactive when trying to avoid breakouts.
While closely adhering to a skin care regimen is essential, here are a few other important tips to keep in mind:
• Wash your face gently and avoid harsh scrubbing. This can irritate skin and lead to additional breakouts.
• Don’t pick and squeeze blemishes. This won’t clear up skin any faster and may spread the problem deeper into the skin, which can lead to scarring.
• Maintain a daily skin care routine for a normal healthy skin state. Treat acne regularly and prevent it from getting worse.
Although teenagers experience stress during the first few weeks of school, acne doesn’t have to be one of them. Following a dermatologist-recommended skin care routine in the morning and at night is the best way for teenagers to begin the year acne-free.
More information on how to prevent and treat acne is available online at www.cetaphil.ca/acne.
- News Canada
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