Frequent breakouts on the face are a common problem, caused by hormonal imbalance, neglect of skin hygiene, junk food, and lifestyle errors. Touching the face with dirty hands, or bacteria from phones and pillows can also exacerbate pimples. Prevention is possible with regular face wash, cleanliness, and a balanced diet.
Health: Frequent breakouts on the face are a common problem among youth and adults, which can affect self-confidence and beauty. According to Dr. Saumya Sachdeva, a dermatologist at Max Hospital, Ghaziabad, the main causes include hormonal imbalance, neglect of skin care, junk food, fried and sweet foods. Dirty hands, phone screens, and pillow bacteria also contribute to breakouts. For prevention, wash your face twice a day with a mild face wash, keep phones and pillows clean, avoid junk food, and consume more water, fruits, and green vegetables.
Main Causes of Breakouts
Dr. Saumya Sachdeva, a dermatologist at Max Hospital, Ghaziabad, explains that there can be several reasons behind pimples appearing on the face. These include hormonal imbalance, body constitution, skincare mistakes, and external impurities. A major reason for recurrent breakouts on the cheeks is frequently touching our face with dirty hands. Additionally, bacteria or viruses present on phone screens, pillow covers, and makeup brushes can also cause breakouts.
Dr. Saumya states that the causes of breakouts can differ between women and men. In women, hormonal balance can be disturbed during periods or due to other reasons. This leads to overactivity of oil glands in the skin and clogging of skin pores, resulting in pimples.
Men's skin often produces more oil, and pores tend to clog quickly. Furthermore, men often follow less rigorous skincare routines, which also increases the likelihood of breakouts.
Impact of Diet and Lifestyle
Diet and lifestyle also play a significant role in facial breakouts. If a person's diet is not balanced and they consume a lot of junk food, fried items, sweets, and dairy products, the probability of breakouts on their skin increases. Smoking and alcohol consumption also negatively affect the skin and can worsen the problem of pimples.
Tips for Healthy Skin
Some simple measures can be adopted to prevent breakouts on the face.
- Pay attention to the cleanliness of your face and hands. Avoid touching your face repeatedly with dirty hands.
- Regularly clean phone screens, pillow covers, towels, and makeup brushes.
- Wash your face at least twice a day with a mild face wash.
- Reduce consumption of junk food, fried, and excessively sweet items.
- Drink plenty of water. Include green vegetables, fruits, and a diet rich in Vitamin A.
Other Precautions Related to Breakouts
Dr. Saumya advises that if breakouts are recurrent, or if there is swelling and redness, a dermatologist should be consulted immediately. Sometimes, these breakouts can also be a sign of serious skin conditions. Timely treatment and regular cleansing keep the skin healthy and reduce breakouts.
Why Do Breakouts Worsen?
Breakouts on the face often worsen when oil and dirt accumulate on the skin. Additionally, hormonal imbalance, stress, and lack of sleep also promote pimples. Continuous unhealthy eating habits and neglecting facial care can prolong this problem.
