Question
I’ve been suffering from a few breakouts during the summer holidays and am not sure why. Is it something to do with the weather do you think?
Sandra Aventis, via email.
Answer
“Take a look at your sunblock,” says Dr Tom Mammone, Clinique’s director of biological research and development. “There are two types of sunblock – chemical sunblock, which is absorbed by the skin and lessens the effect of UV rays upon contact, and a physical one, which sits on the surface of the skin and acts as a ‘block’.
“Sometimes, skin can become congested when using a physical sunblock. I recommend that people experiment with many formulations until they find one that is right for them.”
Ensure you cleanse your skin daily (no sleeping in make-up after parties) and exfoliate weekly – more often, if you are suffering breakouts. A good anti-blemish product can help reduce congestion and heal breakouts, too.
The AWW Beauty Team
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