Why Does Dry Skin Still Get Acne?
While for many acne relates to oily skin, that’s not always the case.
These breakouts can be limited to oily areas or even occur on skin that’s too dry.
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As we get older, our skin loses sebaceous output and moisture, Engelman says.
So, increased breakouts can start when skin is becoming drierits a tough combo!
Keep a regularskin routine, Rabach says.
Rabach recommends choosing milky-texturedcleansers for dry skin, as they wont strip the skin of natural oils.
If youre still sensitive to retinol, trysandwichingit between moisturizer and see if that helps.
It is important to start with one treatment at a time, explains board-certified dermatologistCharlotte Birnbaum, MD.
For acneic skin, face oils help to reduce inflammation.
This effect helps reduce breakouts and minimize thepost-inflammatory hyperpigmentationthat can occur after acne flares.
Avoid Over-Exfoliating
Treat your skin gently, asexfoliating too harshlycan strip needed moisture or cause barrier damage.
Another tip: Stay away from drying, astringent products.
How can you tell the difference?
Purging will typically be because of exfoliating ingredients, and the spots will heal quicker than your standard breakouts.
Moisturizers can definitely help reduce your breakoutsso long as you pick one with the right ingredients.
Look for an option that contains acne-fighting ingredients like salicylic acid and soothing ingredients like aloe vera.
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