Menopause and Acne Can Come Hand in Hand
Even if you're a woman who has never had a problem with acne, menopause can change that. Among the multiple other symptoms of menopause which include hot sweats, mood swings and sleeplessness, acne can become a big problem for some women.
If the acne caused from menopause isn't controlled, it can turn into rash like symptoms and literally cover an entire face. The acne can become inflamed, leaving scars on the face, and I can also remain very red and sore.
The good news is that menopause acne can be controlled so it doesn't get out of hand. There are a few ways to go about doing this, some ways work better for others. It's important to only try one treatment at a time so you'll know what is working and what's not.
A Clean Face and Pillowcase Every Night
The first and most overlooked method of controlling acne caused by menopause, is to make sure no make up is worn while sleeping. Even though it sounds like it's an obvious method to try, many women forget to wash their face before sleeping. Going beyond this, a fresh and clean pillow case should be put on your pillow before sleeping every night. This will ensure that no other dirt from previous nights can make their way to your face.
A Lemon and Avocado Scrub
Just a couple of drops of lemon go a long way in this homemade recipe to help control menopause acne; Mash one medium avocado up in a bowl. Add 1-2 drops of lemon juice and use the mixture immediately. Using a soft loofah sponge, gently apply liberal amounts of the face scrub onto your entire face. Apply the mix using a small circular motion, and let it sit for 10 minutes and then rinse your face thoroughly with warm water. Using this recipe at least once a week will help to invigorate your skin, keeping it healthy, smooth and acne controlled.
Steam it Up
Steam helps to open your pores, allowing them to dispel bacteria that cause menopause acne. The best way for this method to do the best job is to boil a large pan of water. Once it's boiling, hold a towel over your head and bend your face over the pot of boiling water. Breathe slowly and keep your face in the steam for 45 seconds to 1 minute. As soon as you take your face from the steam, wash it with a mild soap and rinse very thoroughly with warm water.
Finally, it is very important that you follow your wash with a cold water rinse for about 10 seconds. This helps to close your pores back up, protecting them from more bacteria entering.
