How To Overcome Acne For Smooth Skin On Eid Day

Illustration of overcoming acne (Freepic)

JAKARTA - Towards Lebaran Day, everyone wants to appear with a clean face and shine. However, stubborn acne can be a big obstacle, especially acne is not an easy skin problem to overcome.

According to dr. Prissilma Tania Jordi, Sp.D.V.E., Dermatologist & Venereologist from Eka Hospital Permata Hijau, the main key in dealing with acne is understanding the causes and choosing the right treatment.

"Before overcoming acne, we need to understand whether the acne that appears is purchasing or breakout," said the woman who is usually called Tania's doctor in Jakarta, recently.

Purging occurs when the skin reacts to active ingredients such as retinol or exfoliators that accelerate skin regeneration. This causes acne that should appear in the next few months to appear in a short time.

Meanwhile, breakouts occur due to skin mismatch to certain products, especially those that do not contain exfoliators or retinol. The process of healing acne due to breakouts usually takes about 28 to 30 days according to the skin regeneration cycle.

There are several accurate steps so that acne on the face can be resolved until Hari Raya arrives. Here's the full presentation.

1. Use a treatment that is in accordance with acne conditions

Light Acne: Use an oles cream with an active ingredient to treat inflammation.

Moderate acne: Use creams that contain antibiotics to inhibit the growth of acne-causing bacteria.

Heavy acne: Combining topical care with procedures such as acne lasers, booster skins, or other healing treatments.

2. Don't press acne

Squeezing acne can cause infection and leave scars that are difficult to remove. For this reason, avoid squeezing acne habits especially if your hands are dirty.

3. Maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle

Avoid oily and high fat foods that can trigger excess oil production on the skin. Drink enough water and eat foods rich in antioxidants such as fruits and vegetables.

4. Consistent with Skincare Routinely

Use facial cleansing according to the skin type. Don't forget to use moisturizers and sunscreens to keep the skin hydrated and protected from UV rays.

"The skin regeneration process takes time, at least 28 days. For more severe acne conditions, it can take up to three months or more. Therefore, patients must be patient and disciplined in following the recommended treatment procedures and use of drugs," he explained.

Applying the right steps and staying consistent in care, smooth skin and acne-free during Lebaran is no longer a dream. Don't forget to consult a dermatologist if the acne doesn't get better.