Dry acne skin

Many people believe that acne affects people with oily skin alone. Well, things are actually different! Acne does not choose victims on such criteria; yet it is true that it affects fewer people with dry skin on the average. An unhealthy diet, hormonal changes, bacterial infections and a chaotic lifestyle could make the right premises for a dry acne skin episode. Before starting any targeted treatment, it is important to identify the causes behind the acne problem. Yet, a double approach is required most of the time: one to cure acne and the other to reduce skin dryness.

To treat dry acne skin you have to keep it well moisturized while preserving the natural moisture content specific to the tissues. The skincare products normally used should contain some very soothing agents like aloe vera for instance that is good both for acne and for skin dryness. In case you no one single product is available for both aspects of the condition, don’t ignore the huge therapeutic protection of home remedies. Callendula for instance is a herb with good antibacterial and regenerative properties that will accelerate the healing of the acne lesions while also dealing with the excessive dryness.

Oral medicines are often prescribed to treat dry acne skin, although in the majority of cases the treatment is topical. Ointments should be applied not only on the acne affected skin portions but also on more sensitive locations that could easily become affected: the areas around the lips, the nose, the eyes and even the neck. If there is acne spread to other body areas, besides good tissue hydration you should be careful with the clothes you wear and the hygiene rules you follow. Clothing could be a great relief or the source of even more pain if you don’t choose it carefully; therefore, cotton should be preferred over any other synthetic fabric.

During summer people with dry acne skin face all sorts of challenges. On the one hand it is easier to deal with the dryness because the air is more humid and tissues retain moisture better, and on the other, the heat makes a favorable condition for acne to outburst. Try to remain consistent and persistent in the treatment of dry acne skin regardless of season. Use cleansers that are alcohol free and find products that clean and disinfect without drying the tissues.