We are all familiar with the skin problem “acne”! Apart from lowering your confidence level, sometimes acne can also leave scars or redness. Acne scars are not easy to get rid of and often require special treatments/care! So, what are the causes and what can we do to reduce and even overcome it? Let’s read more, Sereni-trees!
Why does “redness” occur with acne?
Inflamed acne can lead to the appearance of redness on our skin. This happens because of the inflammation of the skin. Especially if we don’t maintain good hygiene or don’t treat acne properly! Pores that are clogged with sebum (the skin’s natural oil) and dirt are one of the contributing factors. If we don’t clean it often, our skin will turn into a good environment for the growth and proliferation of bacteria.
We must overcome this problem immediately! Clogged pores can lead to inflammation of the skin. This is a factor in the “redness” of our skin. In addition, there is also a high risk of bacterial infection! Bacteria like Propionibacterium acnes can trigger our body’s immune response. The result? The skin area becomes red and inflamed!
Therefore, before the acne problem gets worse, we should solve it by choosing the right skincare and maintaining skin hygiene!
Here’s how to deal with acne redness
Relax Sereni-Trees! Of course, there is a way out of this problem. You can do some of the steps below to relieve and resolve inflammation on the skin:
- Routinely cleanse your face/skin
At least wash your face at least twice using a cleanser that is suitable for your skin. Try to avoid products with harsh chemicals and always check skin reactions to avoid the risk of allergies.
- Use ice cubes
Do you have inflammatory skin? Soothe skin inflammation with ice cubes. Ice cubes can help constrict blood vessels to reduce inflammation. Simply apply ice cubes wrapped in a cloth on the reddish area for 10 minutes. This is also useful for swollen skin!
- Use products with anti-inflammatory ingredients
Examples of recommended ingredients that reduce inflammation are niacinamide or salicylic acid. But make sure your skin is compatible with these ingredients!
- Use of acne patches
Acne patches or acne stickers are made of hydrocolloid material, which is a material that can absorb liquid effectively. It is also useful for protecting acne from contamination and reducing inflammation. (Notes: This product is effective for: superficial acne, such as pus-filled acne, blackheads, and whiteheads)
Sometimes if the inflammation is severe, you can also consult a dermatologist for further treatment such as special treatments such as laser therapy or consumption of drugs. Try these steps first!
Can you camouflage redness with makeup?
If you’re at an event and want to temporarily disguise the redness of your acne, makeup can be one solution! The first step is to keep your skin moisturized with a moisturizer. Don’t just choose a moisturizer, use a hypoallergenic and gentle moisturizer. Hypoallergenic means that a product contains fewer ingredients that can cause allergies on the skin. Why is moisturizing the skin the first step before applying makeup? It prepares our skin, maintains makeup durability and prevents cracking of makeup.
Next, we can use concealer! Choose a concealer with a thick texture and a color that is close to your skin. If the redness is severe, you can neutralize it with a green concealer before applying the cushion/bb cream/foundation.
The last step is setting the makeup using powder. This will lock in the makeup for a longer time and reduce the shine on the skin due to excess oil. So easy, right? But remember Sereni-Trees, this is only meant to disguise NOT as a permanent solution. You still have to take care of your acne and redness!
Natural Anti-Inflammatory and Redness Ingredients
If you have very sensitive skin, you can switch to skincare with natural ingredients as an alternative. Although it does not guarantee 100%, the risk of allergies or ingredient incompatibility will be less. Here are some ingredients you can try:
- White Turmeric
Not just a kitchen spice, this natural ingredient is full of curcumin, which has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. You can try Serenitree’s white turmeric soap bar as a solution.
- Sweet Almond Oil
This natural ingredient is perfect for moisturizing the skin WITHOUT clogging the pores. So for those with oily skin types, it’s definitely safe!
- Licorice Root Extract
Licorice root extract is full of antioxidants so it’s good for reducing skin redness and irritation, as well as helping to fade acne scars. Less irritating too! Product recommendation: Serenitree calming body wash.
- Calendula Extract
Calendula flower extract is no less effective as a solution for inflamed skin. It stimulates the regeneration of skin cells and has a calming effect on the inflamed area.
You can find all these natural ingredients in Serenitree’s body care range! Safe for pregnant women, breastfeeding, and children. Are you sure you don’t want to try it?
Not only from habits and skincare use, there are also some foods as a solution to relieve skin redness and inflammation! You can regularly drink green tea, which is rich in polyphenols that have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It’s also beneficial for your overall health!
Another option is to consume fatty fish such as salmon, mackerel, or sardines. Besides being delicious, these fish also have anti-inflammatory properties! Routine consumption of fish also has other benefits: improving heart health and eye health.
In conclusion, to reduce redness and acne, we need support from several aspects, starting from maintaining cleanliness, using the right skincare, and consuming a good diet. It is not easy and instant, but with patience and perseverance, this problem can definitely be solved. Are Sereni-Trees interested in taking these steps?