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Are Your Cosmetics Wreaking Havoc On Your Skin?
We all have times when our skin looks less than gorgeous. At those
moments we inevitably reach for the miracle products -- foundations, concealers, powders -- we rely on to cover up the flaws we'd like to hide. Yes, makeup is a great temporary fix, and it's a wonderful tool for enhancing our best features. But depending on cosmetics to cover over your troubled complexion could actually be making the problem even worse. Cosmetic Acne - What Is It? If you use makeup regularly, then those blemishes you're trying to hide could actually be caused by your cosmetics. You can usually tell if your acne has been triggered by a chemical, topic agent because it will look somewhat different from the genetic or hormonal type that's often characterized by red bumps and pustules. Cosmetic acne is more rash-like and generally made up of tiny pinkish or flesh-colored bumps. These bumps can appear anywhere you apply the cosmetics - on your forehead, cheeks, chin or nose, or even on your neck. People who mistakenly think that these little bumps are chronic low- grade acne of the type that requires topical creams or antibiotics may be tempted to cover up with even more makeup. They pile on the foundation, smothering the skin and creating a more persistent and noticeable rash. It's important to recognize that this isn't true acne of the type caused by internal factors. Cosmetic acne is all about what you are putting on top of your skin. Therefore, it requires a different treatment. If you want to get rid of cosmetic acne there is a very simple fix: just http://www.dontplayplay.com/html/Bot...002/47000.html |
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