Acne - Covering Up Acne

Keeping the skin clean and using acne medications to help in the fight against acne is essential if you have this problem. But sometimes, you feel as though you have to cover up the blemishes that you do have. And for some, there's a need to conceal acne scars. Many of us just feel better about ourselves if when we face the world, we appear to be acne free.

The first thing to remember when choosing products to cover up your acne is to stay away from any that could potentially lead to more pimples. These products, known as comedogenic products, can clog pores or add to the skins oiliness. In the process, they can cause your face to breakout, or they can irritate or worsen your existing acne. So be sure to use non-comedogenic products that won't contribute to your existing condition.

If you have acne or problems with your skin, choose from the many products designed for sensitive skin, or for the type of skin you have. If you tend toward oily skin then use makeup that helps control your oil problem. Some makeup products have acne medication in them to better help you in your fight against pimples. They kill bacteria and unclog pores, so while you're concealing your acne with these acne-fighting makeup products, they are helping to eliminate your pimples. While some of these products might cost a bit more it's well worth it, it can help control your acne.

You'll want to make sure that you're taking care of your face before you apply makeup. Cleansing the skin properly is very important. Use a mild soap and wash the face 2 times a day. But avoid washing too much as this can dry the skin and cause even more problems. And use moisturizers and exfoliants as well to keep the skin supple and to remove dead cells. You don't want to apply makeup over skin that is not clean as this can clog pores and aggravate your problem.

Covering up acne with makeup can be a bit tricky, but is not beyond the ability of anyone who invests a little time into it. One thing to remember is that applying too much can look worse than none at all, so use a light touch. Too much makeup over acne can make it even more obvious than it would be without makeup. This is especially true of foundation. Use it sparingly. Using the right amount will enhance your look while covering up your blemishes.

After cleaning, apply an astringent to the face to tighten the pores. Next you may want to use a concealing cream that will blend the blemishes in and hide the acne. After this, foundation is applied (remember, not too much) to the face. After this you can proceed with your makeup as you normally apply it.

Of course, you can avoid the concerns of applying makeup over acne by forgoing the use of it while you have blemishes. For some however, this isn't an option they would consider. And for teenagers who are dealing with the difficulty of the teen years and the embarrassment of pimples, successfully covering up pimples may help to relieve some of their anxiety.

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