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Acne Myths

Myths you need to stop believing

Acne Myths, Busted by Experts

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Myth #1: Chocolate and greasy foods cause acne

Fact: Research shows that chocolate, sweets, fats, and soda all do not affect acne, but it is still important to have a well-balanced diet so you’ll be strong and healthy.

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Myth #2: Squeezing your pimples is the best way to get rid of them

Fact: Squeezing your pimples can actually push germs further down into your skin and make them larger and it may cause infection and lead to permanent scarring.

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Myth #3: Washing your face as many times as you can helps control acne

Fact: Actually, it is recommended to wash your face twice a day with soap and water, not as many times as you can get to a sink. Also, scrubbing your face really hard and frequently washing may actually worsen the condition by irritating your skin

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Myth #4: Getting a tan gets rid of acne

Fact: Actually, it is recommended to wash your face twice a day with soap and water, not as many times as you can get to a sink. Also, scrubbing your face really hard and frequently washing may actually worsen the condition by irritating your skin

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Myth #5: You should not wear makeup if you have acne

Fact: Actually, the use of makeup is relatively harmless when it is noncomedogenic (does not clog pores), hypoallergenic, and nonirritating. Some cosmetics now even come with acne fighting ingredients like benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid right in them.

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Myth #6:Does putting toothpaste on a pimple make it go away?

Fact:You may have heard this suggestion, but experts on acne say don't try it. Toothpaste could make that spot on your skin even more red, irritated, and noticeable. Today, there are so many different kinds of toothpastes — and lots of them contain ingredients that can hurt your skin. It's better to use Gels designed to treat pimples.