Happy Sunday! Many of us have different skin issues and concerns, like acne, for example. If you are treating your acne to the best of your ability, but you are still experiencing severe breakouts, your skincare routine could be to blame. But don’t worry! I’m sharing skincare mistakes and how to change them. So, keep reading for all the deets.

biggest skincare mistakes that are causing you acne

MISTAKE #1: Trying a new acne treatment every week or so.

Give an acne treatment time to work. You want to use a product for 6 to 8 weeks. It takes that long to see some improvement. If you don’t see any improvement by then you can try another product.

MISTAKE #2: Applying acne medication only to your blemishes.

To prevent new blemishes spread a thin layer of the acne medication evenly over your acne prone skin.

MISTAKE #3: Sharing makeup, brushes or applicators.

When you share products you can transfer oil, bacteria, and dead skin cells to your skin. These can clog your pores leading to breakouts.

MISTAKE #4: Sleeping in your makeup.

Remove your makeup before you go to bed. No exceptions.

MISTAKE #5: Drying out your skin.

Use acne treatments as directed. If your skin feels dry, apply a moisturizer made for acne prone skin. You’ll want to apply the moisturizer twice a day after washing your face. You also want to avoid using astringents, rubbing alcohol, and anything else that can dry out your skin.

MISTAKE #6: Scrubbing your skin clean.

Be gentle when washing your face and other skin with acne. You want to use a mild, non-comedogenic cleanser lightly with your fingertips using a circular motion. Gently rinse it off with warm water, using only your fingers. Then pat your skin dry with a clean towel.

MISTAKE #7: Popping or squeezing breakouts.

Resist the temptation to pop or squeeze acne. You want to treat your acne with acne medication. If you have deep or painful acne seeing a dermatologist is necessary to help you clear your acne.

Many people can control their acne by following these skin care tips. They can also use acne treatment that they can purchase without a prescription. If you continue to see acne after giving these tips a chance, a dermatologist might be helpful. With the right help everyone who has acne can have clearer skin.

If you have any tips for treating acne, please leave them in the comments below.

–Chantel Keona