Pizza won’t give you spots, and popping won't solve the problem! There are so many myths at play when it comes to taking care of your skin, so when those pesky blemishes arrive where do you turn? Sometimes it’s good to turn to the experts for help, so we’ve paired up with skincare experts VICHY to help you tackle those tough blemishes in a way that’s kind to the skin you’re in…

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Don’t: Let it get you down. Almost everyone suffers from spots from time to time, and those who don’t will no doubt have something else about their appearance that they don’t like – don’t sweat the small stuff.

Don’t: Over wash. It's lovely to 'feel clean' when you scrub, but being too heavy handed with washes could actually exacerbate your problem by stimulating your skin to produce more oil. Use a gentle cleanser morning and night; that should be sufficient.

Don’t: Pop it. Yes it’s satisfying (albeit gross), but while it seems like a quick fix you’re actually increasing your chances of both scarring and of further infection. Resist the urge to pop and give your skin a fighting chance.

 

Do: Eat well. There is no direct link between greasy foods and spots, contrary to popular opinion, but it is a fact that living a healthy lifestyle shows on your face. Get plenty of fruit and vegetables into you and take regular exercise and your face is only one part of your body that will show the difference. 

Do: Choose your cosmetics carefully. Non-comodogenic and oil-free products are what you’re looking for. These buys won’t clog your pores, and some concealers and BB creams can actually help fight spots while masking them.

Do: Get help. If your spots aren’t shifting, then a specialized product like Vichy Hyaluspot can do the trick. This wonder gel contains Hyaluronic Acid, and creates a plaster-like effect on the skin which isolates the imperfection, reduces bacterial contamination and stops the spot's development.

 

 

Skincare tips brought to you by VICHY Hyaluspot, the on the spot treatment for blemishes

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