Spots......What's really to blame.

I woke up this morning with the mother of spots on my chin and it got me thinking........So we all have suffered with spots right ? Some more than others, as a teenager I was plagued with them and even now in my 20's I still have pesky breakouts.
So why? Well I am going to share with you some reasons I bet you have never thought of, but which are more than likely causing a good percentage of those stubborn pimples.

1. Mobile phones and Telephones.

yep, that's right. What do we do we transfer bacteria from our hands, handbags, pockets right on to our mobiles then slap it against our cheeks and proceed in talking to our best mates for half an hour. Meanwhile all this nasty bacteria is having a party on our face and in our pores.
Same goes for office work phones and even house phones (bet you forget to clean the receiver when you do your daily chores).
Another cause can be the metal on the outside of the phone itself. If you are allergic to nickel these often contain this metal which is a known skin allergen.

So what is the solution? Well it is simple really ..... Clean handsets frequently and if allergic to nickel use hand free sets.
Also be sure to remove make up before bed and use a anti- acne toner.

2.The Comfort Food Blues......

Eating  foods that are starchy, sweet , or Fatty (my weekly diet is out then ha ha) on a frequent basis causes insulin levels to rise.
This causes oil production, inflammation and blockages in the pores and before you can know it your stuck with those red angry spots again.

Try to eat a varied diet of fruit and veg, lean proteins and grains and nuts.
Don't deny yourself but it is all about balance.

3. Your boyfriend is the culprit?

Ever snuggle up to your boyfriend in bed? Head laid on his chest all cosy and warm?
Sleeping with your face on his chest, arm or any other body part means you have his oils to contend with aswel as your own.
This mixed with the heat from his body means the oils get embedded deep into your pores and yep you guessed what happens next.

If you must sleep this way ( i know i do) be sure to use a wash in the morning containing salicylic acid.
If breakouts are persistent the doctor can actually prescribe Salicylic acid for you as a face wash.

Another thing you should do and am sure you know is always clean your make-up brushes and sponges weekly.
Just use a mild soap or face wash and leave to air dry

So I am sure there are hundreds of other culprits, what do you think? Comment let me no your spot busting solutions. Believe me you can see by the picture This sister is in need.

                                    XOXOXOXO