Summer Skin Care Methods, Explained Simply <Yeongdeungpo Acne Dermatology Clinic>

If there is one season when acne becomes most active, it would undoubtedly be summer.

The sunlight is intense, the humidity rises, and the temperature gets hot...

When these conditions overlap, the sebaceous glands in our skin also seem to think, “Now is the time!” and start working actively.

As a result, sebum production increases dramatically, and the skin can look very oily.

Of course, sebum is a kind of natural oil that protects the skin.

However, when its amount increases and it is not properly released, abnormally raised “acne” can appear all over the face.

And since this mainly occurs on the “face,” where sebum production is high and sweat tends to accumulate, it can have a major negative effect on appearance.

In severe cases, lesions can cover the entire face, causing even greater psychological stress.

Today, at Yeongdeungpo Acne Dermatology Clinic, we would like to explain in detail summer skin care methods and acne treatment methods.

We hope this post from Yeongdeungpo Acne Dermatology Clinic will be helpful to those who dream of healthy skin.

• Today’s column order -

1. How should acne be managed in summer?
2. Why shouldn’t you squeeze acne recklessly?
3. What is acne laser treatment?

Summer acne: how can it be prevented? - Summer skin care methods

As mentioned at the beginning, summer can be said to be the season when acne is most active.

When temperatures rise, humidity increases, and exposure to ultraviolet rays and friction from sweat are added, our skin receives various kinds of irritation.

And when sebum secretion increases, the pores quickly fill with oil, and dead skin cells cover the surface, blocking the pathway for sebum to be released.

In addition, if bacteria multiply in this state, it can lead to inflammatory acne accompanied by pain.

But there is one bigger problem here.

That is makeup used to cover acne.

If you keep layering foundation, cushion, concealer, and the like over sunscreen to hide noticeable acne, the skin ends up feeling suffocated.

In particular, oily cosmetics can work their way deep into the pores and directly create comedones that cause acne.

Therefore, to prevent summer acne, it is advisable to avoid heavy makeup unless absolutely necessary.

And when using cosmetics, it may be best to use non-comedogenic products made primarily with ingredients that do not clog pores.

Also, if you return home after going out, double cleansing is essential.

Especially if you used oily products, you should cleanse in two steps: oil cleansing -> foam cleansing.

And when cleansing, if you leave out areas such as the sides of the face or the jawline, small breakouts can occur there, so you should wash thoroughly without missing any areas.

Lastly, even if you have oily skin, you should not neglect moisturizing.

If moisture is lacking, the skin recognizes, “I’m extremely dry right now!” and ends up producing even more sebum.

That is why after cleansing, you should apply enough moisturizer to maintain a proper balance of oil and moisture.

You should never just squeeze acne!

When you look in the mirror and see a pimple rising up, your hands may start to itch.

‘Maybe I’ll just squeeze this one and stop.’

‘If I leave it alone, won’t it get even bigger?’

You may even have thoughts like that.

But if you squeeze acne recklessly, it can actually have a very negative effect on the skin.

Acne may look like a simple bump on the skin, but it is the result of a tiny inflammation happening inside the pore.

And if you forcefully squeeze it with your hands, the pus and sebum visible on the surface may come out, making it seem as if the condition is improving, but the tissue beneath the skin can collapse badly.

In severe cases, inflammation can spread inside the skin, and the affected area can become even larger.

In addition, it can lead to pigmentation from dermal damage and depressed scars.

That is why you should not squeeze acne on your own at home; instead, it is better to visit a clinic and receive appropriate treatment.

At the clinic, we do not simply “squeeze” acne. We perform safe extraction treatment that follows all standards for extraction angle, direction, depth, and method.

And because we use sterilized instruments to neatly remove only the inflammatory tissue inside the skin, it can help minimize damage to skin tissue.

However, there are cases where extraction treatment is not necessary, so please visit the clinic for a detailed consultation.

What should you do if acne spreads over a wide area?

The sebaceous glands of acne patients continuously secrete sebum like hot spring water that keeps bubbling up and fills the pores.

In fact, for those whose symptoms are especially severe, acne may appear over a wide area of the face.

In this case, sebaceous gland laser treatment may need to be considered.

Sebaceous gland laser treatment directly targets the sebaceous glands, which are the root cause of acne, through specific energy and works by suppressing overactive sebaceous glands.

It is like gradually adjusting a hot water valve that has been running out of control.

This can regulate sebum secretion itself, and you may expect the acne in a wide area to gradually improve.

In addition, because the laser targets only the problematic sebaceous glands, the irritation to surrounding normal skin tissue may be somewhat less.

However, since this treatment uses specific energy, the skin may become temporarily dry after treatment.

Therefore, if you undergo sebaceous gland laser treatment, it is advisable to pay extra attention to moisturizing compared with usual.

And because sebaceous glands may not be controlled with just one or two treatments, receiving about three treatments at intervals of 2 to 4 weeks may be helpful.

However, the treatment cycle and number of sessions vary from person to person, so please visit the clinic to receive detailed guidance.

Acne is not simply something that appears on the skin.

Inside it are the ways we live every day—hormones, stress, eating habits, sleep, and more.

So treating acne is similar to reorganizing the rhythm of life.

Everyone experiences acne at some point in life.

But even the same acne can become a factor that breaks someone’s confidence.

If you feel that acne symptoms are affecting your confidence or self-esteem, please consider planning a treatment that fits your condition.

If you have any questions related to summer skin care methods in addition to the information shared today by Yeongdeungpo Acne Dermatology Clinic, please ask through the comment box below.

Thank you for reading to the end.

| This post was written for informational purposes in compliance with Article 56, Paragraphs 1–15 of the Medical Service Act. All treatments carry the risk of side effects and complications depending on the individual. Before treatment, please be sure to have a sufficient consultation with medical staff with extensive experience and make your decision afterward. |