Your parents may hold the key to scheduling an appointment with a doctor. Talk to them and let them know you're interested in treating your acne. If you want clearer skin in time for an upcoming event, be sure to ask your parents to schedule an appointment as soon as possible. In some cases it can take several weeks to get an appointment!
Whether you're there specifically to talk about your acne or you're visiting your doctor for another reason, don't be shy about discussing your acne. Be sure to tell your doctor where you most frequently see breakouts and what seems to trigger them. Your doctor can prescribe a treatment that may help you see results in as little as two weeks.
Clearer skin doesn't happen overnight so no matter what treatment your doctor recommends, it's important to stick with it. That may mean taking action every day, so be sure to keep on track and don't cheat!
Don't let bothersome skincare issues (think: pimples, blemishes and annoying acne) get the better of you. Instead, talk to your parents. Explain what you're feeling and thinking about your skin, which gives them an opportunity to better understand what you're experiencing.
Consider the awesome advantage of pro advice. Work with your parents to find a doctor in your area; he/she can help you battle your skincare woes.
With questions and concerns in tow (it's best to jot down anything you're curious about, ahead of time, so you can make the most of your doctor's appointment), head to your consultation. Arrive 15 minutes prior to the appointment time, so you have plenty of time to fill out any paperwork the doctor may require.
Doctor visit, check. Now get motivated to ignite a great skincare routine at home. Using the info you gathered from your consultation — plus your own inspiration — to help get clearer skin. Makeover your bathroom: make sure any washes, scrubs or lotions you use are skin-friendly.
Before you get some shuteye, take two minutes to give your skin some much-needed (and deserved) TLC. Washing up every night helps to keep acne at bay.
Go ahead and enjoy a day outside with friends (beach, park, or just window shopping downtown), but slather on some good, oil-free SPF lotion first. Choose one that's specifically for the face (and another for the body) with a sun protection factor of at least 30.
Happy with how your skin is shaping up? If not, call your doctor to review your plan. If yes, then kudos to you for sticking to your new skincare regimen!
Sometimes, a gentle — yet thorough — skin sloughing is in order. Exfoliating removes any dulling, dead skin cells to reveal a dewier, more radiant you. Choose a scrub that's specifically formulated for sensitive skin, and use it once a week, following the directions on the bottle.
For an instant pick-me-up, store your face lotion in the fridge. Dab it on in the AM for an immediate lift.
Don't skip your kisser: the skin on your lips is sensitive. Apply an SPF skin-protecting balm before bed to keep it moist and hydrated.
Hopefully following the acne action plan has helped you get ready for the big day. Face it head on!
