There are two types of breakouts, hormonal and bacterial. Hormonal acne is caused by menstrual cycles and stress, while bacterial acne is generally triggered by either diet, hygiene and certain skincare ingredients. Sometimes skin reactions can be a result of both. If you work up a sweat exercising, whilst wearing heavy skincare products on your face, you block pores by trapping dirt, oil, and dead skin cells, which enables bacteria to grow. Working out, especially yoga is an amazing form of stress-release, but if it results in a bad skin breakout, you may be tempted to skip the next class. By choosing the right sunscreen and maintaining a proper cleansing routine, you can continue your yoga practice without exacerbating any existing skin issues. Here’s how to clear up a breakout and protect your skin without giving up your sun salutes.
IS THERE A SUNSCREEN THAT DOESN'T CLOG PORES?
Yes, sunscreen is now formulated to be noncomedogenic, oil-free, and lightweight. Gone are the days when you had to choose between either a heavy creamy factor 50 or a greasy tanning oil. Dermatologists now recommend that every skin type and complexion wear SPF daily. Spooge’s line of sunscreens have been developed especially for that purpose, so much so, the brand refers to them as all-screen, as they are designed to be worn every day of the year. Ghosted is the ideal sunscreen for those with acne-prone skin. The noncomedogenic, oil-free formula combines soothing bisabolol to calm skin, along with an SPF 30. It disappears once applied on the skin, so is also perfect for wearing under makeup.