August 2023

TL;DR Bengaluru pollution linked to severe acne: Pollution exposure clogs pores, triggers breakouts, and damages skin elasticity, causing premature aging. Clinic Next Face offers aesthetic treatments for acne: Dermatologist-customized treatments for skin issues. Bengaluru’s high pollution levels: Rapid deterioration of PM2.5 levels, extreme pollution in winters, but relatively more “good” AQI days. Pollution causes acne: Depletes Vitamin E, oxidizes sebum, blocks pores, triggers reactions in skin products. Hard water worsens skin: Dryness, soap scum, collagen breakdown, scalp issues, exacerbates existing skin disorders. Bengaluru’s pollution is harsh and it can be one of the key reasons behind your severe acne. Your skin’s consistent exposure to pollution deteriorates the acne-prone skin’s clogged pores, which causes acne breakouts. Pollution causes free radical damage, which makes your skin lose elasticity and age prematurely. Sun exposure, sweating and heat trigger the acne condition on your skin.  At CNF, you can opt for an aesthetic treatment to treat your skin and get a clear and glowing face. Our skilled doctors checks your acne condition and then customizes a acne treatment plan accordingly to fix the issues.  Pollution Levels in Bengaluru – Statistics and Trends The pollution level in Bangalore is high throughout the year. According to the study by the Centre for Science and Environment, Bengaluru witnessed the quickest deterioration of PM2.5 levels and had the worst extreme pollution in 2023 winter for the last 4 years. The report also showed statistics related to air quality in Bengaluru. The everyday PM2.5 level hit 152 µg/m³ on 27th January, the highest 24-hour PM2.5 average in the Karnataka capital since 2019. However, Bangalore had the maximum number of “good” AQI days among the megacities.  Pollution and Acne Unfortunately, pollution and acne are strongly related. You may be eating healthy, and following a proper skincare routine, but still, your skin may get acne only because of it getting exposed to pollution every day. The toxins present in the air you inhale damage your skin  Here are the ways pollution causes acne: Vitamin E protects your skin against all types of external damage, such as pimples, age spots, sunburn, and skin cancer. Consistent exposure to polluted air depletes the level of Vitamin E in your skin. It exposes your delicate skin pores to oxidative damage. Pollution leads to oxidative damage to your skin. It gradually loses its natural moisture. Oxidation aggravates your skin cells more rapidly than they should. Due to this reason, people living in crowded and polluted cities age so fast. Such oxidative damages develop inflammation, which causes acne. The polluted air’s microscopic dust elements block skin pores and fill your face with blackheads. If you wipe your skin using wet tissue paper when stepping indoors, you can see a high amount of grime accumulating on your face. Severe pollution can cause acne filled with pus on your face and throughout your body.  Many skincare products contain squalene oil, an ingredient harvested from rice bran, olives, and other natural resources. Squalene is a natural antioxidant that starts reacting and converting to squalene peroxide after exposure to polluted air. Such a reaction causes severe acne gradually.  About Bangalore’s Hard Water Worsening Skin Condition Bangalore’s hard water has a dangerous level of TDS of over 1500 mg/liter, which may cause various health disorders. Water with at least 1200 PPM of TDS levels may cause critical skin disorders.  Here are the ways hard water can worsen your skin condition:  Dry skin is one of the most common outcomes of using hard water. Its minerals allow very less moisture to enter your skin. Hard water minimizes the effects of lotion/moisturizer on your skin. It builds up calcium bicarbonate, which is harmless but blocks pores and gives your flaking skin.  When hard water mixes with your soap and shampoo, it builds a soap scum layer as the water can’t produce lather. Washing off soap scum is difficult and may cause itchiness if left to dry. The soap chemicals also mix with the water’s calcium carbonates. As the layer strengthens further, it causes dryness and other skin issues.  Bangalore hard water minerals are heavy, which break the collagen inside your skin, which causes wrinkles and premature aging. The skin gets weaker and thus, more sensitive to pollutants. The normal skin dryness caused due to hard water can further damage your skin.  Hard water has almost quick and harsh effects on your scalp. It dries out your scalp, irritates the skin, and causes dandruff. The soap or shampoo you may use can create a thin layer. A dry scalp also causes hair fall and hair thinning.  Skin disorders, such as psoriasis and eczema, can get worse when you use hard water. The mineral accumulation may cause critical irritation in people having such skin disorders. Besides the minerals, the concentration in Bangalore’s hard water is also harmful. Excessive hard water utilization may cause dermatitis.    You Deserve Personalised Perfection. Book Now Tips to Protect Your Skin from Pollution Follow these tips below to protect your skin from harsh pollution: Clean Your Face Everyday Remove make-up nicely and clean your face twice daily to remove all dirt and maximum pollutants on the surface.  Exfoliate Skin Exfoliate your skin one or two times a day. Besides washing out dead skin cells and clogging pores, exfoliation prevents dirt, bacteria, and pollutants buildup. The products you apply on your face after exfoliation give better results.  Moisturize Skin Morning and Night Everyday  After cleaning and exfoliating your face, apply a serum containing active ingredients to rebalance the moisture level in your skin. Then, apply a moisturizing lotion, cream, or fluid suited to your skin type. The cream and serum complementing each other can help in rebuilding the protective barrier.  Apply SPF Creams and Lotions You should apply cream or lotion with sun protection every day. Sun UV rays are harmful to the skin and they multiply the dangerous effects of pollutants. Thus, ensure to apply sunscreen lotion throughout the year when stepping outside in the sun.  Eat Healthy Fats and Antioxidant-Rich