Acne on cheeks: Causes and treatment

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1. What causes acne on cheeks?

Usually, acne in the U-zone or acne on the cheeks is caused by the accumulation of dirt, oil and other residues that clog pores over time. While the T-zone - the area that includes the forehead, nose, and all the way down to the chin - is prone to oil spills, cheeks tend to be drier.
Before you can figure out how to get rid of cheek pimples, you need to understand what causes them. Accordingly, whether people have dry skin, combination skin or oily skin, acne on the cheeks is often the result of the environment, including the following factors:

1.1. Dirty pillowcases and bed sheets

It can be hard to notice but bed linen can be a contributing factor to cheek pimples. In just a short time of use, bed sheets can also become a breeding ground for fungi, bacteria, dirt, pollen and many other allergens.
Actually, it's not just the sheets, this includes pillowcases as well because pillowcases touch the face, neck, and hair for about seven hours or more each night.
This means that the body will come into contact with any debris and bacteria carried throughout the day onto the bed sheets, possibly oil from the hair coming into contact with the skin of the face, causing problems for those with skin Oil gets worse.

1.2. Touch your face

Throughout the day, each person's hands can pick up a variety of contaminants and allergens when touching a keyboard, kitchen sponge or using a smartphone.
Accordingly, when touching the skin of the face, the more bacteria, dirt and allergens come into contact. Between washes, these substances have time to penetrate the skin, potentially clogging pores and contributing to breakouts.

1.3. Poor skin care

Many people overreact to acne by scrubbing hard on their cheeks. This is a mistake! The skin on your face is especially sensitive, which means you need to be gentle with it under any circumstances.
Besides, skin care products can also be part of the problem. If you're using skin care products or makeup that contain ingredients like alcohol and synthetic fragrances, they can irritate your skin or clog pores.
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1.4. Improper shaving technique

Shaving technique can cause irritation and increase the risk of ingrown hairs. This is the factor that causes acne on the cheeks.

1.5. Nutrition

If you have acne on the cheeks or acne in general, diet can affect.

1.6. Hormonal changes

Just like acne anywhere on the face and body, hormonal changes are often one of the biggest factors influencing the timing of breakouts. That's why many people get acne during puberty or pregnancy.

1.7. Metabolic problems

If there is a metabolic problem, acne on the cheeks can be one of the symptoms. This is because there is a disruption to the body's natural processes that cause inflammation, including facial acne.
In addition, other factors can also play a role in developing cheek acne such as stress or exercise habits.

2. How to treat and prevent acne on cheeks at home?

From the causes, we have ways to treat and prevent acne on the cheeks as follows:

2.1. Wash bed sheets and pillowcases

To help get rid of cheek acne, the first thing you should do is wash your sheets at least once a week to maintain healthy skin.
If you're especially prone to acne, try sleeping with a clean handkerchief over your pillowcase and changing it daily or changing your pillowcase. If you have long hair, tie it up on top of your head to avoid contact with your face, neck, and back while you sleep.

2.2. Avoid touching your face with your hands

You should limit touching your face as much as possible, which means don't put your hands on your chin and cheeks. In addition to not touching your face, you should wash your hands often between activities to reduce the risk of transferring bacteria, oil, and dirt to your face.

2.3. Improve your skin care routine

When dealing with cheek acne, a skin care routine is a great foundation to start with. Every person needs to know how to use the right skin care products to ensure the skin is properly cleansed, treated and nourished with safe ingredients.
If you use harsh chemical cleaners, it can cause dryness and redness, making the skin worse.

2.4. Do the right shaving technique

This is especially true for men, hair tends to grow thicker and pores are more prone to infection. To avoid ingrown hairs and the formation of pimples on your cheeks, follow some simple steps:
Wash your face with warm water to open the pores. Use a shaving cream designed to protect your skin according to your skin type. For most skin types, a single-blade razor helps prevent clogging of pores along with dead skin. Use a natural astringent like witch hazel to keep pores clean and refreshed. When shaving, always go in the direction of hair growth. In fact, doing the opposite may result in a closer shave, but it can lead to irritation and increase the likelihood of ingrown hairs.

2.5. Adjust your diet

Prevention of indigestion: Indigestion is a sign that the body is having trouble processing food properly. It can be caused by a lack of water, fiber or gut bacteria to digest food. This can cause inflammation, a risk of food allergies and difficulty handling sugar, spikes in insulin, and can contribute to excess sebum production, which can lead to acne flare-ups. You should drink enough water, eat more fiber, and try probiotics like yogurt or kombucha to get rid of indigestion. Reduce sugar: Reduce your intake of sweets, processed carbohydrates, and sugary drinks. Replace with unsweetened beverages and whole foods. Eat a lot of green vegetables: The right balance of nutrients can also be found in green vegetables, helping the skin become firm and clear of acne. Consider taking a supplement: This can help correct vitamin and mineral deficiencies that can lead to skin problems, soothing and nourishing the skin.

2.5. Oral contraceptives

For some women, taking birth control pills can help regulate hormones and help clear up pimples or acne on the cheeks.
You should choose a birth control pill with the right amount of estradiol and low progesterone to treat acne. However, before choosing birth control, you should talk to your doctor.

2.6. Seek treatment for metabolic problems

Receive treatment for metabolic dysfunction that can help reduce or eliminate acne, including nodules on the cheeks.

3. Intensive treatments for cheek acne

If your skin does not respond to the above home treatments, you should seek the help of a dermatologist. Your doctor may order some laboratory tests to determine if you have metabolic problems or hormone disorders that are causing these problems.
However, you can also try do-it-yourself treatments like homemade masks, scrubs, and spot treatments that can help with cheek acne. However, you need to be careful because some ingredients (like lemon or baking soda) can irritate and make acne worse.

3.1. Use medicine

A dermatologist may recommend medication for severe cheek acne. Common acne medications include antibiotics, isotretinoin, and spironolactone. Patients can be prescribed medication in oral or topical form.

3.2. Treatments at the clinic

A number of clinic treatments can be effective, including:
Chemical peels Laser therapy Intensive facials Steroid injections In short, there are many other causes of cheek acne. The treatment method must also depend on each case. However, a combination of the above measures can help you make better choices. Accordingly, the most important foundation is still keeping the skin clean; At the same time, you should see a dermatologist if the condition does not improve, instead of arbitrarily intervening, it is easy to make acne on the cheeks heavier, limiting aesthetics and easy to heal bad scars.
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