Acne sufferers should change their face cloths daily

BERLIN - The German Association of Pharmacists (ABDA) advises acne sufferers to use a fresh face cloth every day. The ABDA recommends cleansing the skin with an alcohol-based cleaner applied with cotton wool.

It also advises skin-peeling once a week to unclog pores and reduce the chance of blackheads forming.

But ABDA says acne sufferers should be careful when using products containing benzyl peroxide. This chemical is anti-bacterial and causes the skin to peel but it can cause irritation to sensitive skin.

Benzyl peroxide also has a bleaching effect. Acne sufferers should wear a white t-shirt and put a white cover on their pillow, if it is applied to the skin before bedtime.

The ABDA says there is no recommended diet for combating acne. Low fat diets do not reduce the production of sebaceous fat.

But if a sufferer notices an increase in pimples after eating a certain food product, they should avoid it in future.

DPA

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