Acne suddenly appeared on the face

Not every person can boast of naturally clean and healthy skin, which is why different lotions and creams are often used. These cosmetic substances allow you to keep your skin looking flawless for a long time. Unfortunately, no matter how hard we try, we still encounter acne from time to time. Some people simply ignore them, continuing to lead their previous lifestyle, while others, on the contrary, panic and crush them, treating them with aggressive antiseptics. You can understand one or the other, but I would like to note that if acne breaks out instantly, it is better to go to the doctor.

Types of rash on the face

While pimples on the temples or above the lip may not be noticeable, a rash on the forehead is almost impossible to ignore. If you notice a rash on your forehead, it can be assumed that you have stomach problems, or, more precisely, low acidity. If the rash is marked close to the hairline, a bladder problem may be diagnosed. Chinese scientists claim that red spots on the left side of the forehead, closer to the temples, indicate problems with the rectum; a rash on the left side indicates a malfunction of the sigmoid colon.

Acne and comedones that are located clearly between the eyebrows are liver dysfunction. A painful rash above the left eyebrow is a signal of dysfunction in the left adrenal gland, respectively, on the right side, a rash above the eyebrow indicates a decrease in the functioning of the right adrenal gland.

It will be interesting to know that severe inflammation and acne, which is concentrated clearly in the upper right part of the forehead, is a sign of appendicitis. A person needs to get diagnosed as quickly as possible, especially if acne appears suddenly.

Hormonal imbalances can also manifest themselves specifically on the forehead; increased production of testosterone is characterized by pustules on the central part of the forehead in men. Women may develop a rash before the onset of menstruation, but this is a normal situation and does not require medication correction.

Pimples on cheeks

The skin of the face is like a mirror; it completely reflects the state of the body as a whole, and specific organs in particular. Of course, even the most qualified specialist will not be able to make a diagnosis based on one symptom alone - the rash. Visual manifestations help indicate the direction, system, where to look for pathological processes. By examining your face in the mirror and having knowledge of physiognomy, you can promptly prevent the development of serious diseases.

For many people, acne is a real torment. Even when puberty is long past, acne returns again and again - no matter how well they take care of their skin. This phenomenon has its own reasons, and sufferers are probably unaware of most of them.

Using acne products too often

Nowadays, there are many products that can help fight acne. But if you overdo it, you can easily dry out your skin. As a result, an increased amount of sebum begins to be produced, which provokes even greater inflammation of existing acne, as well as the appearance of new ones. Experts recommend treating only acne-affected areas of the skin, and using cosmetics for problem skin strictly according to the instructions.

Touching your face with dirty hands

It's scary to think how many times during the day each person touches their face with their hands. For example, when you prop your chin up at a desk. And since hands are not always perfectly clean, it turns out that thousands of bacteria end up on particularly vulnerable areas of the skin. So keep your hands away from your face!

Excessive exfoliation

Scrub your face thoroughly so that the skin is freed from dead cells and becomes silky - everything seems logical. But if there are rashes on the face, peeling will only worsen the problem, because the inflamed skin will be damaged and bacteria will spread throughout the face.

Skincare products clog pores

Many lotions and creams contain mineral oil. Although it is considered a moisturizing component, it unfortunately contributes to clogged pores, which ultimately leads to new acne. The same applies to creams that contain silicone. It makes sense to purchase only those cosmetic products that have the designation “nicht komedogen” (“non-comedogenic”) on the label. They do not contain pore-clogging ingredients.

Eating red vegetables and fruits

Some people are intolerant to red fruits, which contain large amounts of the antioxidant lycopene. Allergies manifest as irritation and rashes on the skin. Other types of food intolerances also contribute to acne. In most cases, acne appears around the mouth and chin.

Unsuitable washing powder

Some detergents contain strong chemicals that irritate the skin. As a result, every time you pull a sweater over your head or lie down on a pillow with a freshly washed pillowcase, your face, as well as the rest of your body, suffers. Therefore, it is best to buy mild laundry detergents that are suitable for people with sensitive skin.

Mania for squeezing pimples

No matter how tempting the thought of squeezing out a hated pimple on your face may seem, do not give in to this desire! Constant picking severely damages the skin and also promotes further penetration and proliferation of bacteria. Try to leave a pimple that has just appeared alone and wait until it is completely ripe.

Wearing a hat

The bad news: a hat is a stylish accessory, but, unfortunately, it is a haven for microorganisms that cause acne. The area where the rim of your hat contacts your forehead is where the most sweat and bacteria accumulate and can cause rashes. Therefore, it is better to avoid wearing a hat if your forehead is your problem area.

To effectively combat acne, it is not enough to know a good dermatologist and acquire an arsenal of special cosmetics. Ideally, it is better to prevent a problem, and to do this you need to be aware of its causes.

1. Causes of acne
2. Acne map on face
3. Determining the severity of the disease
4. Preventive measures to combat acne
5. Tools Overview

Causes of acne

Not so long ago, recurrent acne on the face received the status of a disease called “acne”, or “acne disease”. The attitude towards them has also become more serious, not just as a local cosmetic defect.

A pimple is an inflammatory element. The process of inflammation is associated with the sebaceous gland. When the outflow of sebum is disrupted for some reason, the ducts of the sebaceous glands become clogged, and acne propionbacteria begin to multiply in them.

To date, several factors have been studied that provoke disruption of the outflow of sebum and inflammation of the sebaceous glands.

Floury, sweet and fatty foods are often the causes of acne © iStock

Poor nutrition

Flour, sweets, and fatty foods are blamed for the appearance of acne - however, these three can be blamed for almost any health problem. Indeed, if you remove these foods from your diet, your skin will become noticeably clearer.

Prevention of rashes includes a healthy, balanced diet and the presence of essential vitamins in the diet. In particular, vitamins A, C, group B. To compensate for the deficiency of useful substances, you can take them in tablets or capsules.

Illiterate care

Oily skin is especially prone to increased activity of the sebaceous glands. That is why she needs products designed specifically for her. Cosmetics for other skin types will not be suitable - they are not able to remove excess fat, if we are talking about cleansing and moisturizing properly (to normalize sebum production).

The ducts of the sebaceous glands become clogged with excess sebum, which mixes with dead epidermal cells, particles of makeup, and everyday pollution. In this regard, when caring for oily skin, special emphasis should be placed on cleansing.

Obviously, touching your face with dirty hands or using unwashed brushes for cosmetics means provoking acne.

Hormonal imbalance

To combat acne, products based on zinc, salicylic acid, and clay are produced. © iStock

And if estrogens (female sex hormones) suppress the production of sebum, then androgens (male hormones), on the contrary, stimulate it. In addition, the point is not so much in the excess of androgens, but in the sensitivity of the sebaceous gland receptors to them. Therefore, with the same hormone levels, one person will have acne and another will not.

Acne in a woman after 20-30 years is a reason to visit a gynecologist and endocrinologist.

Diseases

These are mainly problems with the gastrointestinal tract. If there are problems with digestion (including as a result of poor nutrition), the balance of microflora is disrupted. This also affects the condition of the skin.

Digestive disorders lead to an excess of toxins in the gastrointestinal tract, from where they enter the bloodstream and can negatively affect the condition of the skin, contributing to the occurrence of inflammation.

Emotional condition

For a person with problem skin, stress is a powerful risk factor. The pimple pops up at the most crucial moment, because this moment is associated with emotions and excitement.

“It is known that the stress hormone cortisol provokes increased production of sebum and, as a result, clogged pores,” explains Vichy brand expert Elena Eliseeva.

For the same reason, the connection between deteriorating skin quality and lack of sleep becomes clear. Lack of sleep is also stressful for the body.

Stress and lack of sleep often trigger rashes. Avoid both. © iStock

Climatic factor

Subcutaneous mite

Demodex (subcutaneous mite) is a rather controversial cause of acne. It lives in the skin of 80% of people, but begins to cause trouble, including acne, only against the background of additional health problems or allergies to its waste products.

Acne map on face

Most often, the localization of the rash indicates that it is in this area that the sebaceous gland receptors are very sensitive to the effects of hormones. It is believed that the location of the rash can determine the nature of the problems in the body. In fact, dermatologists do not support this theory, but for general information we will still write about it.

“Favorite” places for acne to appear are the forehead, nose, and chin. © iStock

Part of the so-called T-zone. There are many sweat and sebaceous glands located here, so the skin is often characterized by increased oiliness. It is believed that rashes on the forehead indicate diseases of the large and small intestines.

In adolescence, acne on the cheeks predominates in boys. If acne appears in this area in women, it makes sense to check the hormonal system and intestines.

The nose is also part of the T-zone, where there are many sebaceous and sweat glands.

Here, acne no longer appears in adolescence, but after 30. They are usually associated with hormonal disorders and gynecological problems.

Determining the severity of the disease

The more rashes and inflammations, the more severe the disease. If we are not talking about single pimples, you should consult a dermatologist.

Preventive measures to combat acne

Clear skin for people whose skin is prone to breakouts is the result of careful daily care. It looks something like this.

Cleansing using a special product: it will remove excess sebum, impurities, and makeup.

Washing using gel or foam for oily or problem skin and toning. Once or twice a week, deep cleansing using clay-based masks is recommended (an approximate scheme for such cleansing is given below).

Hydration – a mandatory step in caring for oily skin. Lack of moisture provokes increased production of sebum. Due to the use of aggressive cleansers, oily skin often becomes dehydrated. It urgently needs moisture to maintain hydrolipid balance. Moisturizing normalizes sebum secretion, which helps fight inflammation and infection.

Camouflage imperfections using foundation, corrector or powder designed specifically for problem skin.

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Tools Overview

Acne prevention program. Cleansing

As a cleansing gel, it cleanses and mattifies the skin. If used as a scrub, it exfoliates and prevents pore clogging. As a mask, it deeply cleanses pores and visually tightens them (apply for 3 minutes, rinse with warm water).

eucalyptus extract, salicylic acid, zinc

Suitable for pre-cleansing before washing: removes makeup, removes impurities.

Completes the cleansing process and tightens pores.

salicylic acid, zinc

Deeply cleanses problematic skin.

two types of mineral clay, thermal water with selenium

Cleanses the skin of excess sebum and impurities, reduces blackheads, pimples and their marks.

charcoal, salicylic acid, blueberry extract

Exfoliates the skin, effectively cleanses pores, prevents the appearance of acne and fights existing ones.

charcoal, salicylic acid, blueberry extract