Do you suffer from acne in unusual places, like your eyebrows? But instead of hiding the zits under your brows, it would be useful to find out exactly what causes those annoying breakouts and how you prevent them. Dermatologist Dr Priya Soni helps you with tips so that you can put your best face forward.
Causes
Make-up: The heavy eyeshadows you use can cause the zits to crop up in and around your eyebrows. The hair products on your bangs can also lead to pimples on the eyebrows. The arches of your eyebrows accumulate the same amount of dirt, so it is vital to clean and exfoliate them regularly. If you fill in your eyebrows with make-up products, scrub your eyebrows each night without fail. Here are four essential make-up tips for acne-prone skin.
Glasses: The dirty glasses you wear can carry bacteria into the area and lead to pimples and breakouts. Also, the constant rubbing of your skin can stimulate the production of oil and result in breakouts. So always ensure that you keep your glasses clean.
Threading: When you pull out the hair follicles by threading, you leave the area open to infection which can lead to breakouts. Applying make-up on your eyebrows just after threading can clog the sensitive pores and lead to breakouts. The easiest way to avoid any an eyebrow pimple after threading is to use an acne-fighting lotion that won t sting or irritate the sensitive area. Follow these tips for those oh-so-perfect eyebrows.
Tips to treat and prevent acne
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