Acne is something most of you dread getting.
It's not only painful and ugly; it can put a damper on your self esteem and social life.
It would be nice if we could completely avoid getting a breakout, but in most cases our chances of getting acne are predetermined by our genetic make up.
Teens and adults whose parents dealt with breakouts are more likely to have acne, though that is not always the case.
There are many other factors that can influence your chances of getting acne and this article will be your guide though these potential factors.
Many experts believe that the food you eat may lead to breakouts of acne and for those already predisposed by their genetics a poor diet increases the chances of being an acne sufferer.
Diets that are high in fat and sugar are not only unhealthy they are the worst diets for someone with an acne problem.
Someone with a diet that consists of fatty greasy foods will generally have poorer skin than someone who has a diet rich in protein.
If you can, avoid those fatty foods and stick to a diet that includes lots of fresh fruit and vegetables.
The anti-oxidants in most green vegetables are great for your skin.
Look at somebody who eats plenty of fruit and vegetables - generally they look healthy...
and the first place you notice this is in their skin.
It's not only the food that you eat that can influence breakouts; what you drink may also increase your chances of having blemishes.
Choosing to drink water over soda or other drinks that have higher sugar content is one of the easiest ways to decrease breakouts in teens and young adults.
Some experts also believe that drinking liquids that are high in caffeine such as coffee and tea could lead to breakouts as well.
While making some changes to your diet will help with the number of breakouts that occur and their severity, it's almost impossible to stop them completely.
Even if you eat the healthiest foods available chances are you will still have a breakout from time to time.
One of the best ways to treat those occasional breakouts is with an over the counter facial cleanser that will reduce pore blockage.
Most of these products can be purchased for a few dollars at your local drugstore and will last for several months.
In more severe cases you may need to consult your dermatologist for a cream or medication that will help reduce your breakouts.
Over the course of time and in growing up most teens outgrow frequent breakouts though in some cases acne is a lifelong problem that follows you into your adult years.
The good news is that with a healthy diet and a proper cleansing regimen you can greatly reduce your chances having acne breakouts.
If you want to be proactive in curing your acne then read the resource box at the end of this article.