Hormones play a major role in production of acne, there are different times in your life where you can be affected by hormone changes puberty, pregnancy, menopause, periods of stress and medications such as steroids can effect hormone production. There is no way to prevent the above causes but there are ways to prevent non hormonal effected breakouts. This is mostly caused by blocking of pores resulting in a mass of blackheads and infected spots. The idea here is to keep pores sebum free and keep the face as clean as possible preventing bacteria entering the pore causing spots.


Exercising is great for your general health and for your skin but sweating also can cause spots if the skin isn’t properly cleansed and pores are not free to breath. Cleanse the skin before a workout and use an oil free moisturizer so as too allow the sweat and sebum to escape through the pores during the workout and not get clogged up. Wash straight away after working-out preferably before the pores close to get rid of any build up of bacteria on the skin and keep skin makeup free for a couple of hours after to allow the pores to close.


Using heavy oiled products on the
skin is a big no no! Hair gels especial have a way of seeping through the hair onto the forehead this will block pores and cause a build up of bacteria. Make up should be applied carefully with well cleansed applicators using reputable products and oil free foundations. Always remove make up before bedtime as this is when the pores are open and the skin begins it daily regeneration process any blockages will result in a mass breakout. If at all possible use make up sparingly and always try to keep the skin clear.


Get your skin tested by a dermatologist to find out what skin type you have so you know that you are using the correct cleansers and moisturizers for your skin type. Under moisturizing can be just as bad as over moisturizing for acne. The skin needs the correct balance of moister to wok effectively. Last but not leased the old saying you are what you eat applies here. You need to drink at leased 8 glasses of water per day and eat plenty of fruit and vegetables. A well balanced diet and minimum amounts of junk food will greatly show on your skin, no amount of products or skin care will make a difference if you’re filling your body full of high saturated fat and high sugar foods. The bottom line is clean and healthy both inside and out!