DON’T |
DO |
Don’t be impatient. Frequently switching acne treatments every week or so can irritate skin and induce breakouts. |
Wait & observe. Patience is key. See how a treatment works on your skin for about 6-8 weeks. If it doesn’t seem to be working for you, then you can try something new. |
Don’t apply acne medication only to blemishes. |
Apply a thin layer of acne treatment all over your acne-prone skin, not just on the parts with visible acne/blemishes. |
Don’t share makeup and applicators/accessories. Acne itself is not contagious, but acne-causing oil and bacteria can cling on to the applicators and makeup that can be transferred to you. |
Treat your makeup kit like your toothbrush, a personal/private trinket not for sharing. |
Don’t wash your face more than twice a day (morning and night). |
As much as possible, have no-rinse or wipe-off cleansers handy so that your skin isn’t irritated by excessive washing with water. |
Don’t roughly scrub your face clean. Rubbing it won’t help, it may even make things worse. |
Gently apply cleansers/treatments in a circular motion with your fingers and softly pat dry afterwards. |
Don’t pop/squeeze zits. |
Again, patience is essential. Let the acne treatment take its course, or for more severe acne concerns, consult your dermatologist. Never pop/squeeze acne, let it fade away on its own or with treatment. |