5 Unexpected Ways to Treat Your Acne

Acne is one of those things that everyone deals with at some point. As teenagers, we’re told it goes away after puberty. But most adults still have to deal with problematic breakouts occasionally.

No matter how old you are, an acne flare-up is never fun to deal with. If you have a big meeting or another important event on the horizon, pimples can even be major stressors.

So you want to get rid of breakouts, but the traditional routes don’t work for you or take too long. You might be surprised to see how well these five unexpected treatments get rid of your acne fast!

1. Wash Your Linens

If your skincare routine is balanced but you’re still experiencing regular breakouts, your sheets and clothes might be the problem.

Even when your skin is clean, it’s still full of bacteria. When you sleep, the bacteria and other invisible microorganisms get trapped in the fibers of your sheets and pillowcases. 

Not washing your linens regularly causes debris and oil buildup. This also includes hats, scarves, and any other accessories that touch your skin.  All of this leads to those unwanted breakouts that can be stopped by doing more laundry.

2. Swap Your Other Skincare Products

The most common mistake many people make is assuming that their new face wash will start working right away. With a lot of acne products, the reality is that your skin may get worse before it gets better. 

It can take up to four weeks for you to see clearer skin. During that time, the product is pushing out all the oil and debris from under the surface, making you more prone to acne.

Instead of changing your face wash, give it a chance to work. In the meantime, check the rest of your skincare products. From your shampoo to your shaving cream, they could be the cause of your flare-ups.

Use products that won’t clog pores, are oil-free, and non-comedogenic or -acnegenic. These still could cause you to break out, but you’ll be reducing the chances by choosing better products.

3. Try CBD Oil

By now, it probably seems like CBD is the magical solution for everything. CBD oil is in the headlines regularly as the benefits become more widely known. In the beauty industry, this ingredient is now recommended as an anti-acne treatment.

Cannabidiol, better known as CBD, has been linked to reduced acne breakouts. It works as an inhibitor to the body’s sebum production, which is the oily substance that causes pimples. 

Some people use CBD oil topically on their breakouts. Because CBD also works as an anti-inflammatory, it can minimize existing pimples. However, it can also be ingested orally for long-term care. 

CBD oil is available over-the-counter in most states. If you have severe acne problems, though, you may be able to get a medical marijuana card to take care of those ongoing blemishes. This article by Veriheal shows you how to find a physician in your area.

4. Use Charcoal

You cook with it, but did you know activated charcoal can be used on your skin, too?

Activated charcoal is the black powder that is derived from exposing regular charcoal to high temperatures. The result is a fine, tiny particle that absorbs chemicals and toxins.

This ingredient is found in many OTC skincare products today, such as masks and facial scrubs. Dermatologists and other experts say that using activated charcoal products pulls the impurities out of your skin.

When the dead skin cells, bacteria, and oil are removed after a charcoal wash, your skin is healthier. The causes of acne are no longer there, and you end up with clearer, smoother skin.

5. Get a Facial

The benefits of facials are endless. To start with, getting a facial is the perfect way to relax and get pampered. It’s a stress reducer, and since stress is a major cause of breakouts, any facial can help relieve symptoms.

But if you opt for an anti-acne facial, you get the relaxation benefits along with a strategic blemish plan of attack.

Acne facials work by cleaning your skin with products targeted to remove impurities. They pull out excess oil and get rid of the debris under your skin. A light exfoliant unclogs your pores and gets rid of all the dead skin cells hanging around. 

These facials also work to reduce the production of oil and sebum in your skin. They’re usually ended with an anti-inflammatory product to soothe your face and minimize any existing blemishes.

Between the incredible feeling of being pampered and the acne treatment, you can’t go wrong with a facial.

Conclusion

Pimples are a worldwide issue, so you’d think they’d be easy to treat. But every person is unique, and your blemishes might be resistant to regular acne-relieving methods.

When the traditional routes don’t work, try these five unexpected alternatives to eliminate your acne fast!