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No one enjoys waking up or
looking in the mirror to discover a fresh, new pimple on their face.
But many people live with pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, and other
blemishes on a regular basis. Acne is no laughing matter and can
leave scars that last a lifetime. However, you can fight and prevent
acne with MSM! But knowing how this works means exploring some of
the myths associated with acne and blemishes.
Myth 1: Eating certain foods
cause acne
False! Scientists have NOT
found a link between acne and the foods you eat. Of course, you may
have breakouts if you eat a food or foods you are allergic to
already. Many people do not know what they are allergic too.
However, it is important to eat a healthy diet to increase your
skin’s health. Remember, your skin is an organ. As such, you will
discover that MSM is a wonderful supplement allowing your largest
organ to shine (in a healthy way).
Myth 2: Only teenagers have
acne
False! While about 85% of
all people between the ages of 12 and 24 experience some form of
acne not only teenagers can have breakouts or acne. Acne can strike
men and women regardless of their age. Though it must be noted that
women are at more risk for breakouts and acne due to hormone
fluctuations. MSM can help your body regulate itself hormonally
reducing the breakouts and blemishes associated with acne. In
addition, MSM can help you reduce past and future scarring.
Myth 3: Exposure to the sun
with clear up acne
False! In fact, the opposite
is true. A little bit of sun can make your skin feel a lot less
oily, but exposure to the sun will actually make acne worse. When
your skin gets dry your sebaceous glands will produce MORE oil. This
oil will mix with dead, dry skin and cause your pores to clog. To
avoid acne from sun exposure, you should wear a sunscreen that is
oil-free and avoid prolonged exposure. MSM can help your skin by
insuring that the inflammation process is kept to a minimum reducing
the unsightly redness and swelling associated with clogged pores.
Myth 4: Popping blackheads
and whiteheads will make them heal faster
False! It may be really
tempting to just push that protruding white head away or to dig for
that blackhead and get it out, but the truth is that you are doing
more harm than good. A white head is a small infection; you will
most likely push more of the infection into the surrounding skin
prolonging the breakout and spreading the pimples. In addition,
popping pimples can lead to redness, browning of the skin, and
scarring that can last a lifetime.
As you battle the myths
associated with acne, you will discover that MSM is an ally in your
fight for a cleaner complexion. Many people are choosing to combine
acne fighting treatments containing sulfur with a MSM supplement
allowing the body to heal from the inside out while teaching the
body to protect itself more effectively.
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