Having to deal with acne as an adult isn't fun, and you are no doubt asking yourself "how do I get rid of adult acne?" Like many other people with adult acne, most over-the-counter treatments don't work, or only provide temporary treatment. This article will show you what you need to reduce to get rid of adult acne, so that you can get rid of it permanently.

Reducing Stress

For adult acne sufferers, stress can be the highest contributor, as it releases the hormone cortisol which can lead to acne breakouts. There are many different ways to reduce stress, from basic breathing exercises to Yoga and T'ai Chi, however if you aren't able to control it then your acne may get more severe.

Stress can also occur from the intake of stimulants, such as caffeine. Having too much caffeine can result in a large production of cortisol, and therefore it is recommended that you try to reduce your

Reducing Sugar/Carbohydrate Intake

Refined carbohydrates have recently been found to contribute to acne, as they can lead to a huge production of insulin and hormones. These hormones encourage the body to release large amounts of your skins natural oils (sebum), which encourages bacteria to the skin, resulting in acne.

To reduce your intake of refined carbohydrates, you may wish to reduce your intake on the following foods:

• White bread
• Flour
• Potatoes
• Pasta
• Oats
• Beans
• Rice
• Noodles
• Lentils

Reduce your intake of dairy products / red meat

Strangely enough, the body is particularly fussy about dairy products and red meat, as it finds it difficult to digest both. Because it finds it difficult to digest them, it will also find it difficult to get rid of the toxins in your body effectively. Because of this, these toxins will be released through the pores in the skin, and may result in acne.

Also, it is common for people to also be intolerant to dairy products, and not even know it, as a mild intolerance doesn't cause any pain or discomfort, however it can result in acne.