#cosign on stress management and eating plants with every meal

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Some other tips! You want to make sure your base routine is clear of any acne triggers before adding actives just to isolate any problems. I like these two ingredient checkers:

https://www.cosdna.com/

https://folliculitisscout.com/

An acne-friendly affordable drugstore skincare routine:

Vanicream unscented gentle facial cleanser

ELF superhydrate moisturizer

Cetaphil sheer mineral sunscreen SPF30

Rael acne patches if you typically have whiteheads (these are incredible and actually stay on)

Hey there

I have pimples popping out since the past few days.And right now I’m on my period.But I didn’t used to have so many of these pimples.They’re not too big.And one has even left its mark on my cheekbone and I honestly hate it.I wonder how I can get rid of that mark and these pimples.And why I got them in the first place.

Hi love! It's really common to get more (or only get) acne during the week before or the week of your period due to the rise (Ovaluation to menstruation) or lack of progesterone (onset of your period) levels. These hormone fluctuations can increase the oil production in your skin, resulting in more clogged pores/acne.

Some of the best ways to help manage hormonal acne are through diet, skin hygiene, cardio/movement, and managing stress levels.

For diet, try to incorporate plenty of green vegetables, B vitamins, omega 3s/healthy fats, and plenty of fresh produce generally while avoiding dairy, soda, and highly processed foods.

For skincare, wash your face 2x/day, change your pillow cases weekly, towels at least weekly, wash your face and pat it dry with a disposable towel, don't touch your face without washing your hands, or consider trying retinoids.

Exercise, walks, sex, and meditation are great stress management tools. Also, for some people, birth control pills/IUDs are really helpful to control acne if you want to explore that option.

Hope this helps xx