Why do painful acne appear on the days of periods?

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Not only is bloating, back pain and mood swings worse during periods, but some girls also get acne on their face. In fact, 65 percent of girls experience the most acne on their periods. Acne that develops during this time is cystic acne which is red in color and painful.

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Your skin needs some care and attention during these five days. Know, how to fix any problems in the skin due to hormonal changes in women's body?

Why do acne problems occur during periods?

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The problem of acne on the face starts a few days before the onset of periods. This is called hormonal or menstrual acne. Women who have acne problems during the year face more difficulties during the days of periods. Hormone levels in our body fluctuate but during the days of periods estrogen decreases and testosterone increases. The hormone testosterone is higher in men. As it grows, more sebum builds up in the sebaceous glands in the skin pores, causing acne to grow.

Skin tends to become more oily in the days of periods. Then some girls' skin starts to become dry and dull. The pimples and cysts that come out during this can be very painful for some people, but wash your face with warm water at least 2 times a day to avoid this pain. This will give you relief from the pain. Also, don't forget to apply a cream called benzoyl peroxide to kill the bacteria that build up in the pores.

Your skin should be kept clean these days. The problem of acne will go away automatically if the dirt on your pores comes out. Cleanup can help you in this task. Cleanup also removes blackheads and whiteheads from the nose and forehead. It not only cleanses the skin but also makes the face glow.

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Make distance from makeup ..!

During the days of periods, the skin becomes more oily which makes the skin look sticky. Difficulties in periods can increase if you apply regular makeup. Because makeup blocks pores which can increase the problem of acne on the skin.

Diet and water

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Eat only foods with a low glycemic index these days, which can help reduce hormonal acne. Avoid sweets, white bread, processed foods, etc. in your diet. If possible, consume foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin-E and antioxidant properties. This will not only protect the skin from breakouts, but also help maintain the glow of the skin. Also drink at least two liters of water a day.

Keep the skin hydrated

During this time our skin gets very dry, so honey can be beneficial for you. This not only reduces the symptoms of acne but also keeps the skin hydrated. It has natural antiseptic properties that make your face glow.