Makeup for Acne
Using makeup can be a pain when you’re struggling with acne, especially when you constantly need to remove it in order to apply topical acne products. Internal acne treatments can make your skin care routine less burdensome, but you still want to be careful with your makeup selection so as not to further aggravate acne. It’s worth noting that they now have acne-concealing makeup products for both men and women, so there are even products for you guys out there who would like to hide stubborn acne scars as they heal.
While trying to conceal the appearance of acne scars, the last thing you want is to invite future breakouts. The three main products used for concealing skin blemishes are concealer creams, foundations, and finishing powders. These products are often used together, but for many simply using two, or even one, of these products is enough. It usually depends on the severity of your scars.
Always make sure your face is thoroughly cleansed before applying any makeup. If you do use topical spot treatments, these should be applied first and allowed to dry. The general rule with makeup is to choose products which are noncomedogenic and oil-free (and still apply them only sparingly). Remember that men and women have different skin types. Most makeup is made for women, so guys may benefit from finding products made specifically for them. Stick to reliable brand names and make sure they match your skin tone properly.
Start with the concealer, lightly dabbing it over scars and blemishes. Use as thin a layer as will suffice and blend with a facial sponge. For some the concealer alone may be enough. Otherwise, follow with the foundation, also applied sparingly after the concealer has dried. Use the same gentle dabbing and blending motion. Lastly, pat on a light layer of powder to take away any detectable shine that the other products may have left.
Try not to rely too much on makeup. Keep in mind that you can help speed the healing of most acne scars with the proper vitamins such as B5 and C. Deeper acne scars may require the help of a dermatologist, but can still often be repaired.
