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PAST HISTORY : Actually I started treatment on 16.1.2012.Its completed. But nw i m facing the small pimples its nt pimples its like when summer season many people face tat time they use powder.Doctor last time said to use Supratec n Papulex Face wash but i m facing same problem .So wat should I use
Dr. Krupesh Rajani answered : 11 years ago
Diet - Diet high in dairy products and high glycemic index foods increases the risk of developing pimples.
Washing your face about twice each day - not more often. Make sure you have a mild soap. Use warm water. Wash gently; do not scrub the skin. Use an OTC lotion which contains benzoyl peroxide.
Do not pop (burst) the pimple - there is a risk you may push the infection further down, causing more serious blockage and worse swelling and redness. Popping pimples also increases the risk of scarring.
Touching your face - even though this may require some willpower, try to refrain from touching your face with your hands. If you are using a telephone, do not let receiver touch the skin of your face - it may have skin residue or sebum on it. Before touching your face make sure you always wash your hands with soap.
Hand hygiene - keep your hands and nails as clean as you can by washing them regularly with soap. Keep your nails short.
Glasses (spectacles) - glasses collect sebum and skin residue; clean them regularly.
Loose clothing - if the pimples are on parts of your body covered by clothing, such as your back, shoulders or chest, wear loose clothing. Whenever possible, avoid wearing headbands, caps and scarves - if you have to wear them, wash them regularly. In short - allow your skin to breathe.
Make up - make sure you have taken all your make up off when you go to sleep. Only use makeup that is nonceomedogenic or nonacnegenic - you should be able to read this on the label.
Hair - sebum and skin collects in hair. Keep your hair clean. Try to keep your hair away from your face.
Sun exposure - overexposure to sunlight may sometimes result in the production of more sebum. Some medications used by people with acne may make your skin more prone to sunburn.