Acne Skin Care at College

Acne can be a problem at any age and sometimes it's easy to let your skin care routine lapse a little when you get to college.  There are so many other things going on and sharing a dorm and bathroom with other people may also make you more self-conscious about your routine.  Angela Palmer at About.com recommends the following:

Don't forget to take your acne medications with you as you head off to school, and make sure you have a plan to continue getting your prescriptions while your away from home. If stress does a number on your skin, take some time for stress-relieving activities.

 Enjoy your time at college and the freedom it comes with!

- Sharyn

Editor, Makeup for Acne

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new info on scars at Acne.org

The popular Acne.org website has a new page on acne scars:

Drumroll: Here’s the new Scars Page. It should have improved information and better usability. Please check it out and let me know what you think of it. If you find mistakes, I’d love to know what you found as well.

They are looking for feedback, so why don't you help them out if you have any experience with acne scars.

- Sharyn

Editor, Makeup for Acne 

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Use toothpaste as acne treatment?

I can't believe that the myth about using toothpaste as a spot treatment for pimples is still being promoted.
I just read this recommendation in an article on Ezine Articles:

The best way to treat your acne with toothpaste is to only use it on your spots. It does not replace a acne cleanser.

• Dab toothpaste on inflamed area before bed
• Cover with band aid
• Uncover in morning

It sounds so crazy but it works.

Do NOT do this!  Toothpaste has irritants in it that can aggravate an already inflamed pimple and make it much worse.  Stick with gently cleansing the area and applying a little acne treatment containing benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid.  I prefer something with an antibiotic in it as well, like Duac.

- Sharyn
Editor, Makeup for Acne

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Are you misusing your acne spot treatment?

According to Angela Palmer from About.com, spot treatments are often used incorrectly.  What do we mean by 'spot treatment'?

We've all had that particularly annoying pimple that we wish we could quickly zap away. Spot treatments are over-the-counter acne products that help you do just that.

Spot treatments differ from other acne treatments because they are meant to be used only on existing blemishes.

While these spot treatments often contain ingredients like benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid, if you think that your spot treatment will heal your acne, think again.  They may help the odd pimple and keep it from developing if you get to it right away.  However, they are not a solution for general acne.  For that, you need a stronger treatment that is meant for the whole face, such as a prescription medicine that you can get from your dermatologist.

- Sharyn

Editor, Makeup for Acne

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Paula Begoun's Foundation Recommendations

Here's the link to an article that lists Paula Begoun's recommendations for makeup foundations for the fall.

Paula is also known as the Cosmetics Cop and her books, including Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me, are bestsellers.

She has recommendations for all skin types.

http://mygloss.com/chic/2010/08/18/gloss-how-to-find-your-perfect-foundation-for-fall/

- Sharyn

Editor, Makeup for Acne

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Skin Cancer: Tips to Save Your Life! Featuring Skin Cancer Specialist, Dr. Heather Rogers

Watch this show and then think again about the need to wear sunscreen every day.

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Amazing Before and After Makeover

When I first looked at this I thought it was amazing...and unbelievable.

Turns out I was right.  This is the effects of some amazing Photoshop skills by the photographer,  William Cho.

If only makeup could really make that drastic a difference.  

-Sharyn

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New Article on Makeup for Sensitive Skin

Check out my latest article on how to find the best makeup for sensitive skin:

How to Find the Best Makeup for Sensitive Skin

In my article, I provides some tips on choosing and testing makeup before you use it.  I also share the brands that I've had the best luck with and a new cosmetics line that promises a lot.  I'm going to be testing it out to see if it lives up to those promises.

Please comment after reading the article and provide your own recommendations.  

- Sharyn

Remember, go to Makeup for Acne for advice and tips on acne skin care and acne makeup.

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Purpose vs. Clean & Clear

A bit of surprising news from Dan at Acne.org.  Apparently, Purpose Gentle Cleansing Wash and Clean & Clear Foaming Facial Cleanser for Sensitive Skin and one and the same.

I've been using the Purpose cleanser for a long time, so this came as a surprise.  Since the Clean & Clear can cost less, I'm going to try buying that in the future and see how it feels.  They are both sold by Johnson and Johnson.

Meanwhile, for recommendations on the best acne makeup, go to Makeup for Acne.

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Is Acne Makeup Going Green?

The makeup industry has shown an increasing awareness of the benefits of going green, just as it has about animal cruelty and organic products.

Evidently, there are standards that can be followed:

The ultimate goal for the future of humanity, as we all know, is to become sustainable. The cosmetics industry is no exception. I’m happy to report that the United States EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) lists Principles of Green Chemistry on their web site for the entire industry to aspire to. These principles were first published in the book Green Chemistry: Theory and Practice, in 1998.

The quote is from Dan's blog at Acne.org, who are trying to go green themselves, though they admit that they haven't gotten there just yet.

For information about organic and natural makeup that is safe for acne prone skin, visit Makeup for Acne. 

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Interesting video proof on Proactiv

I've never used Proactiv myself since I thought it would be too harsh on my skin, but after watching some of this video testimonial I might try it out for my son.

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Justin Bieber and Proactiv - Another celebrity endorsement!!

I just read in Acne.About.com that Justin Bieber is the new face of Proactiv.  They are even giving away a free Justin Bieber poster with the Proactiv Plus for Teens.

Here's what Angela Palmer has to say:

I'll give Proactiv credit, they've done a great job getting big celebrities to endorse their product, and this may be why Proactiv is so popular. But Proactiv isn't the only 3-step acne treatment option available.

If you stop by your local drugstore you'll find there are many complete acne skin care systems on the market. These won't come with a free Justin Bieber poster, though, (which is either a good thing or bad, depending on your point of view.)

I know that my daughter would stay away from this at all costs, but then she's almost 16, not 11.  

At the risk of offending all those older teens who don't like Justin Bieber, here's his video.

I know that my daughter would stay away from this at all costs, but then she's almost 16, not 11.  

Check out other tips about acne skin care at Makeup for Acne.

- Sharyn 

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See how yellowish concealer cancels redness

Here's a video of a woman with rosacea showing how a yellowish concealer cancels out redness.  Her skin is extremely red and she is using her own line of concealer, but you can use anything that has a yellowish tinge to it.

Learn more about how to cover rosacea and acne at Makeup for Acne.

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Makeup for Rosacea

For anyone with rosacea, you know how difficult it is to cover up the redness without caking on makeup.

My latest article gives some tips on how to cover rosacea with makeup.

http://www.makeupforacne.net/makeup-for-rosacea/how-to-cover-rosacea

Just remember to be gentle with your skin so it doesn't get more red!

-Sharyn

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Vitamins for Acne - Are they really a cure?

Every time I see ads for cures for acne that claim that your acne will disappear overnight I just laugh.

Here's an article I just wrote on vitamins for acne.  I read up on it and give you my honest opinion.

http://www.makeupforacne.net/acne-skincare-tips/vitamins-for-acne

Now, go get yourself a healthy snack of fresh fruit and read.

-Sharyn

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