Keep your hands clean, and keep it off your face. The hands come in contact with a lot of bacteria, and hand-to-face contact increases the chances of bacteria in the skin.

Do not squeeze or pop your blackheads, whiteheads and pimples. There are specialized cleansers and topical treatment available for these. Squeezing them will just irritate the skin more, and will expose it to infections.

Since most acne are caused by hormonal imbalances, you may want to avoid foods that stimulate hormone production like milk. There are also vitamins that helps reduce the occurrence of acne. It is best to consult your doctor on the recommended foods to take.

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