What Acne Treatment For Black Skin Works?

Acne is caused by a combination of hormones, oils and pore clogging bacteria. Unfortunately, with black skin we have to deal with the blemishes themselves, and then fight with dark marks they leave behind.

Acne varies from person to person so the key to clearing your skin is finding the right treatment and regimen that work for you.

Let’s look at how you can clear your skin and treatments that give results.

What Type Of Acne Do You Have?

The first step in acne treatment for black skin is to know the type of acne you’re dealing with.

Whiteheads

• Look white at the surface of the skin and pop up when pores are blocked completely.
• Don't last long and are typically the fastest and easiest type of acne to get rid of.

Blackheads

• Happen when pores are blocked, but not completely.
• The head of the pimple looks black because of the interaction between pore blockage and air.
• Remove blackheads and prevent new ones from popping up to get completely clear skin.

Cystic Acne

• Looks like whiteheads but have small or large pockets of pus caused by inflammation.
• Be very careful with this type of acne because it can get infected and lead to deep scars if not treated.
• See a dermatologist for treatment if you have this type of acne.

Tips On Acne Treatment For Black Skin

Don't Pick Your Face

• Never squeeze pimples.
• It makes acne worse by spreading bacteria.
• Picking causes scaring and encourages dark marks.

Do a Twice Daily Regimen

• Use a cleanser, toner, moisturizer and acne treatment mask (twice a week) in your skin clearing routine.
• Help your skin heal by pressing a hot water soaked cloth against painful pimples. This brings blood to the skin, making them heal faster.

Avoid the Sun

• Wear a wide brimmed hat and high SPF sunblock for you go out.
• Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Say No to Harsh Products

• Use gentle acne treatment products on your skin.
• Cure acne from the inside with skin clearing vitamins.

Drink Lots of Water

• This helps keep your skin clear and supple by flushing toxins out of your system.
• Aim for eight to ten eight ounce glasses a day.
• Add a teaspoon of lemon or lime juice to your glass of water to detoxify your liver and help skin heal.

Improve Your Diet

• Eat more whole foods and avoid "junk" as much as possible.
• Make at least 50% of your diet fruits and vegetables.
• Drink green smoothies to get a full days serving in 16 ounces.

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