5 Common Acne Myths to clear up
We hear you: acne’s a real bitch. It can be uncomfortable and embarrassing, not to mention confusing and expensive to treat. But it needn’t be that way! To help you on your way to smooth, clear skin, we’ve decided to debunk five common acne myths. How many of these sound familiar? #1 – You need to wash your face with a drying soap (or a harsh wash) No! Regular and gentle cleansing is essential to remove the oils and dirt than can contribute to breakouts. However, over cleansing will have the opposite effect, stripping the skin of essential hydration and causing it to compensate by producing even MORE oil. So cool it on the obsessive cleansing, use a foaming cleanser...