Does your skin get worse just before menstruation and do you tend to get blackheads and pimples more often during this time? We explain the reasons behind it and what helps against skin impurities.
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Period before pimples: reasons for blemishes
Just before or at the beginning of menstruation, many women have to deal with blackheads and skin blemishes. The culprit for the pimples is the fluctuating hormone level, which affects the sebum, the moisture and the blood circulation in your facial skin. Just before your period , your estrogen and progesterone levels are at their lowest. The testosterone level is then higher than the female sex hormones. As a result, your skin produces more sebum, which can clog pores more easily and cause more breakouts. Skin blemishes are almost pre-programmed before a menstrual period. The complexion usually deteriorates seven to eleven days before the period.
These 3 home remedies help against pimples
Luckily, there are some home remedies that help effectively against pimples in a gentle way:
Apple Cider Vinegar
He is the all-rounder par excellence – we are talking about apple cider vinegar. A face tonic made from apple cider vinegar combats oily skin and, due to the fruit acid it contains, causes the pores to contract, thereby calming the sebaceous glands. In addition, apple cider vinegar has an antibacterial, wound-healing and anti-inflammatory effect. For the toner, mix 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar with 1 cup of cold water.
healing clay
Apply the healing clay damp to your face so that excess sebum, skin fat and bacteria are absorbed. Your skin is cleansed down to the pores and blood circulation improves. You can either buy the healing clay as a ready-made mask or mix it with water yourself.
ice cubes
If a pimple is developing or is already there, you should cool it with an ice cube. The cold constricts the blood vessels and thus the pores. The ice has an anti-inflammatory effect and accelerates the healing of the pimple. In addition, redness and swelling are reduced and the pimple is less visible.
Important: Do not place the ice cube directly on your skin, but wrap it in a clean cloth beforehand. Direct skin contact can cause burns or skin irritation.
Hands off! Even if you find it difficult, do not pop the pimple as there is a greater likelihood that it will become infected and leave unsightly scars or pimple marks.
Skin care: How to prevent pimples
In order to give skin blemishes no chance, the right skin care tailored to your cycle is crucial: Since your skin produces more sebum before your period, you should clean your face regularly – ideally in the morning and in the evening. Your skin can be prone to dryness during your period. Accordingly, use moisturizing products, such as oils such as argan oil or products with hyaluronic acid.
