By Yoana
#1. Say no to Spandex
Tight gym clothes and synthetic materials trap in sweat and body oils and rub them against your skin, creating an ideal environment for acne-causing bacteria. To minimise the risk of breakouts, wear loose, breathable clothing that keeps your body dry and cool.
#2 Stop scrubbing so much
Exfoliation is great because it gets dead cells and excess oils off your skin and kick-starts it rejuvenation process. But scrubbing too often and too vigorously can overdry your complexion and prompt more oil production, subsequently leading to more breakouts. Also, the skin in the décolleté area is extremely thin and delicate and can scar easily if you overdo it on the grainy scrub.
#3 Change your bedsheets more often
For most people, changing the sheets every week can be overkill. However, if find yourself in a constant battle with body acne, you should try to change your sheets once a week and your pillowcases once or twice a week as oils, germs and dead skin cells from your hands and body get transferred to your duvets and pillows. The cleaner your bed linens are, the lower the chances that whatever accumulates on your sheets will clog your pores and trigger a breakout.
#4 Treat it on time
If you are prone to "bacne" or other body breakouts, you will need more of a helping hand than the pungent over-the-counter body wash. ZO Dual Action Scrub is formulated with salicylic acid and tea three extract that targets excess oil and bacteria while jojoba oil soothes the skin and helps retain its natural moisture.
