Are you suffering with neck acne?

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Often, we associate acne with our T-zone or forehead, but in fact, neck acne is just as common as Face acne. Our neck area is often missed in our skincare routine because of this, resulting in our pores becoming blocked and our acne breaking out on the neck.

Personally, I believe that neck acne is actually worse than face acne, due to the breakouts being harder to manage and cover up with makeup. The sweating and clothing rubbing against the area, makes it impossible to apply any type of foundation, resulting in having to wear a scarf or high neck top. This is not only inconvenient, but also can play on your mental health and confidence.

Types of neck acne

Acne is a blanket term for spots and pimples, here are some types of neck acne to look out for.

Is it safe to squeeze a spot on your neck?

In short, the answer is always no. picking a pimple can lead to infection and causing the spot to worsen. This can also leading to longterm scaring. 

Causes for neck acne

There are many reasons why acne may appear on your neck, typically this is due to the pore becoming clogged, infected and then inflamed. Here is a few common reasons for acne on the neck:

As you can see, there are lots of habits that we can change, in order to prevent or reduce acne symptoms on the neck. You may also be experiencing acne for more general reasons, such as lifestyle or hormonal changes, stress, diet, change of medications, or just that it’s in the family and you’ve inherited the skin condition. 

Home remedies to try

Antibacterial products

There is a reason why so many products contain tea tree oil, witch hazel, lemon, eucalyptus or peppermint. Using products containing anti bacterial properties, will reduce the bacteria build up and keep your skin clean and healthy.

Anti inflammatory products 

Soothing the skin, and using anti inflammatory ingredients will help relieve the skins pain, and redness. Products with ingredients such as aleo Vera, calendula, chamomile will help calm the skin. 

Anti inflammatory diet

Including antioxidants in your diet, isn’t just excellent for your health but also your skin and wellbeing. Fruit such as blueberries are full of powerful antioxidants that can help reduce in the inflammation caused. 

Oatmeal bath

Oatmeal baths will moisturise the skin, whilst soothing the inflammation and redness of your skin. 

Hydrate 

Drinking plenty of water will prevent your skin drying out and producing excess oils. Your body recognises that your skin is dry, and in an attempt to hydrate it, it produces more oils to clog the skin. Ensure you keep well hydrated, try adding lemon to your water for further nutrients to prevent acne.

Avoid touching

Avoid touching the skin without washing your hands, the bacteria on your hands will transfer over to your shoulders and cause infection. 

Wash clothing and bedding 

Regularly wash your clothing and bedding, this will help keep the skin clean. 

Moisturise 

Don’t forget to moisturise but avoid heavy, greasy moisturiser. Try a light, water based moisturiser with aloe Vera or anti bacterial ingredients. 

Skincare routine

Ensuring that you wash your face twice a day, washing your makeup off before bed and having a shower to remove any gels or wax in your hair, is important to reduce the risk of acne. Often we can miss the neck due to associating acne with our face, by simply adding your neck to the skincare routine morning and night, will massively help your skin.

Neck acne – Conclusion 

Neck acne is a common skin condition, that can be managed and controlled by regular exercise, healthy and balanced diet, and a few lifestyle/habit changes. 

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