Acne

• Red papules, blackheads, pustules, whiteheads
• Can cause scarring if picked
• Affects confidence and mood
• Wash face only twice a day, using mild soaps and lukewarm water, do not scrub skin hard
• Use a washcloth for gentle exfoliation
• Do not pick/scratch at skin
• Avoid oil-based skin care products
• Avoid oily makeups/ sunscreens
• Use water-based moisturiser ( first ingredient is water)
• Remove makeup with a micelle water each day
• Moderate to severe acne should be referred or if OTC treatment hasnt helped
• Benzoyl peroxide is the only thing Pharmacies can really give, gel or wash
• Use acnecide twice a day, reduce if skin is drying and it may take up to 4 weeks to see results