What are breakouts? They are the sudden presence of acne mainly caused due to build up within
your pores. The reasons for sudden breakouts are multifold - hormonal changes, environmental
disruptors, lifestyle, skin-related. Sometimes it's a result of many consecutive actions. It's
time to take stock of the reasons and put a stop to this breakout battle.
Internal factors are one of the core reasons for sudden breakouts on the face. Often, they are
beyond our control
Hormonal Fluctuations
When the hormonal balance is disrupted, it can cause a spike in
hormones
like androgens which results in increased sebum production. Oily skin, clogged pores are the
breeding ground for sudden breakouts on the face. These fluctuations can happen at different
stages
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Puberty : The transition can cause the hormones to see a sudden shift leading to
unexpected breakouts.
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Menstrual cycle : We always know our cycle is around the corner when our skin is oilier
than usual and a pimple has popped up.
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Pregnancy/Menopause : The sudden changes in our body can cause changes to our skin as
well.
Diet & Gut Health
What you feed yourself echoes on your skin and certain foods can
trigger
inflammation, increase heat in the body, stimulate sebum production - all of which eventually
can cause breakouts.
Excessive sugar, dairy products, Lack of fibre, increased inclusion of highly processed foods -
These possible changes in your diet can affect your skin's natural behavior.
Stress
Cumulative stress can summon cortisol that tends to go into overdrive causing
increased
sebum and clogged pores. Stress shows up in various forms – an upset stomach, sudden acne,
headaches. It can also accelerate ageing - increase the appearance of lines and cause your skin
to dry out as it disrupts collagen and elastin production.
Sleep deprivation
Our skin goes through an intense renewal process at night'; a restful
night
can reset your skin allowing it look fresher and brighter. But poor sleep has the opposite
effect, it can inhibit your skin's natural cell turnover, triggering inflammation which then
makes it susceptible to acne. Further, lack of sleep causes a complete disruption to our
hormones which have its own impact.
Dehydration
Dehydration can be a result of reduced hydration and lack of moisturizing -
both can
cause our skin to overcompensate as it produces more oil resulting in clogged pores which
triggers breakouts.
While internal factors play an integral role, external factors are equally important members of
the guilty party. However some of these are within our control and can be prevented/stopped.
Wrong Skin care products
Following popular trends, testing out popular products at the
risk of
reaction is a common scenario. It's important to understand your skin type and incorporate
products that would suit it best.
Poor Routine
Not having a basic routine in place for skin. Not cleansing your face enough or
going to bed with makeup on, no application of sunscreen - all of these reasons can obviously
trigger breakouts.
Over exfoliating, Picking on your skin
On the other hand, constantly picking on your skin can transfer the bacteria from your hand to
your skin.
Pillows, Phone cases, Towels can collect bacteria, sweat, oil, and residue from hair products —
and transfer them directly to your face.
Over-exfoliation can roughen your skin as it drains your skin of its natural oils leaving it more
sensitive.
Environmental disruptors
Cause of sudden breakouts can extend to change in weather conditions as well - increased humidity
can trigger oil production leading to acne, pimples. If your skin is not protected on your
commute to work, the increased exposure to dust, pollution and sun can trigger breakouts and
affect your skin's health over a period.
Now that we have discussed the variables, possibly responsible for the breakout battle. We would
like to give you details on the types of breakouts:
Inflammatory acne : These can be red, tender bumps or pus-filled lesions caused due to
inflammation or bacterial infection.
Hormonal acne : As the name indicates, caused due to hormonal fluctuations, it can appear
on the lower face across jawline and chin.
Acne Mechanica : This acne can be a result of repeated friction caused due to clothing,
heat
Blackheads & Whiteheads : These are mild, non-inflammatory acne caused due to clogged
pores.
Excoriated Acne : Acne can be caused by constant picking and scratching of the lesions.
Acneiform Eruptions : Characterised by tiny bumps across the face and body. Usually caused
due to medication, unsuitable make up products, hormonal changes.
How can we fix this?
Lifestyle changes : While we have little control over our transitional changes (Puberty,
Pregnancy, Menopause) we can actively make changes that can help regulate stress.
Incorporating a regular exercise routine, practicing mindful meditation and a sense of gratitude,
taking time out for an activity you enjoy - All these changes can have a major impact on your
skin as the body enters relaxation mode which then calms down cortisol and that in turn calms
and brightens your skin.
Maintaining strict sleep discipline is another change that can have a major impact on your skin.
Uninterrupted sleep has the potential to reboot, renew and rejuvenate your skin like no other
beauty treatment.
Topical and internal hydration - both are equally essential. It's important to allow your body to
flush out all the toxins so that your skin feels light, fresh and healthy. Topical Hydration
involves using a product with hyaluronic acid or any other active that provides light-weight
moisturisation without clogging the pores.
Simple Routine: A complex routine or a lack of routine - both don’t help serve the skin
consistently. That's why it's important to practice a feasible routine that you can maintain
even on holiday. At the core of a simple routine is a set of effective products that not only
address the issues at hand but also ensure your skin's health is maintained. Enter The D Wave
Range!
Our Deep Pore Cleanser detoxifies your skin without drying it out of
its natural moisture. The
plant actives present in the cleanser also have anti-inflammatory properties that harmonises
your skin keeping it calm and collected.
Our Sebi Clean Gel Creme
helps address acne in three stages - Helps fade out scars, exfoliate
dead skin cells, decongest pores and revive skin cells that have been impacted due to the acne.
Our Photolift Face Lift Fluid addresses UV exposed skin - it helps
restore the skin's natural
complexion, reduces the impact of hyperpigmentation and removes tan.
Cell Rejuvenating Complex Night
Creme : Our ultimate rejuvenator helps renew tired, exhausted
skin, helps address moisture loss and creates a barrier against environmental disruptors.
Our science-backed solutions are designed to help restore clarity, strengthen your skin barrier,
and reduce the frequency and severity of breakouts.
Having said that, we at the D Wave strongly believe that acne breakouts are not the be-all and
end-all. There's more to life than an uninvited pimple and flawless skin. Our aim is health over
perfection. Your skin can look fresh, radiant despite breakouts. And that's what's more
important. And as we repeatedly say - Happiest skin is the prettiest skin!
