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There
is a long list of beauty and skin care products that promises anyone
acne-free skin. In truth, there is no single way to treat acne. There may
be different ways of preventing and eliminating acne because this skin
problem may differ according to a person’s skin type. Astringents are by
far the most common skin care regimen in the market today. Aside from
being affordable, they are rarely known to have any damaging side effects.
They are cleansers that help prevent acne and not really a medication.
Take note that astringents are not advisable to be applied to the acne
itself because they may clog pores. Astringents are best for maintaining
and preventing future acne breakouts and if you already have a pimple-free
face, then astringents are recommended for maintenance.
The word astringent comes from the Latin “astringere” which means to
bind fast. Because of astringents’ cleansing properties it could also heal
insect bites, minor cuts, and other infections. They are mainly composed
of chemical substances that allow body tissue to shrivel. Astringents when
applied to the skin can effectively protect it from harmful substances
that can worsen or generate acne but because astringents have the tendency
to dry skin, it is important to use appropriate moisturizers after each
application. Be sure to stay out of the sun’s glare or use a sunscreen
protection.
You can try over-the-counter astringents you can find in the drugstore
or beauty shops. They come in different concentrations, so be sure to get
one that is suitable for you. In commercial products, astringents can
contain silver nitrate, zinc sulfate and oxide, and benzoin. It may also
have some amounts of tannic and gallic acids. Alternatively, you can also
use natural products in place of synthetic products. You can try oatmeal,
talc, alum, light cleansing alcohol, witch hazel and even very cold water.
Keeping your face acne-free is just a matter of good hygiene. Wash your
face with clean water and a good soap or facial scrub every night. The key
to a blemish-free skin is maintenance. You can try using astringents if it
proves to be suitable to your skin type but remember to consult your
dermatologists if irritation occurs.
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