Oily/Spot Prone Skin
There are many myths about what causes spots, like eating chocolate or not spending enough time in the fresh air, but the truth is spots are caused by excess oil production. We need some natural oils in our skin to keep it soft and supple, but when too much is produced, pores become blocked and spot-producing bacteria are trapped. This bacterium then multiplies and can cause the skin to become irritated and inflamed on the surface. Blackheads get their dark colour because of excess skin pigment that gets trapped in the pores and are usually located around the nose, chin and forehead.
Spots are usually thought of as one of the many trials of your teenage years, a problem you wave goodbye to as you hit your twenties. However, more and more women are suffering from adult spots, lasting into their 30s or even 40s.
In response to this, NEUTROGENA® worked with dermatologists to develop the NEUTROGENA® Visibly Clear™ range, combining special cleansing components with natural, soothing ingredients to give effective protection against build-up that causes spots and blackheads but that is gentle enough to use every day.
Clear Skin Countdown
Follow these five simple steps to keep skin clear and fresh every day:
- Aim to drink at least two litres of water every day. And it’s herbal teas not coffee, and sparkling water in the place of fizzy drinks to keep up your water levels. This will flush out toxins from the skin and promote a radiant complexion.
- Wash your face with a mild cleanser. We’ve all been tempted to try and ‘blast’ spots with harsh cleansers but this will only make the problem worse as the skin becomes irritated, causing redness and swelling.
- Use a gentle facial exfoliator regularly to scrub away trapped oil and dead skin cells which can block pores and may cause blackheads.
- Using an oil-free moisturiser will provide essential moisture to the skin without blocking the pores.
- Ensure you have enough sleep and relaxation. When you sleep the skin cells are able to renew themselves and effectively promote a radiant, glowing complexion.
