You eat right and follow a perfect skincare routine, yet your acne hasn’t gone anywhere. What are you doing wrong? Well, you are most likely believing in some of the common acne myths that do not help with clearing out your skin at all. So what are they and what should you do instead?

Read below the 5 Acne myths and truths busted.

1. Acne is contagious

Let’s debunk this ridiculous myth once and for all. Acne is not contagious in any way whatsoever! Whether you are shaking hands or kissing someone who has breakouts, you are not going to catch it like a cold. Acne can be due to a variety of factors including excess oil, clogged pores, bacteria, hormonal imbalance and many more. Notice that the list doesn’t include human contact! So the earlier we ditch this absurd stereotype, the better.

2. Moisturizing can clog pores and increase acne

A lot of people skip moisturizing and focus way more on drying their pimples out. However, the fact is every skin type, no matter how much oily or dry it is, needs moisturizing to keep a healthy balance. If you are skipping out on moisturizer, your skin tries to balance itself out by increasing oil production which results in more break out. If you are worried about keeping your pores clear, just be sure to buy a moisturizer that is labeled as non-comedogenic, this means that it will take care of your skin without affecting the pores.

3. Putting toothpaste on pimples helps heal them

Menthol or mint toothpaste can dry out a pimple, there is no denying that. However, dermatologists warn that toothpaste also irritates your skin and leads to redness and peeling. It dries your skin out. If you want to get rid of acne use specialized tubes or lotions for them. However, there are several home remedies also.

4. Makeup causes acne

For some reasons, people always connect makeup with acne and believe that going makeup-free can clear their skin completely. But the truth is that makeup itself doesn’t cause acne. However, there are some things that you should keep in mind. Opt for the products that good for your skin type. Also, be sure to clean your makeup brushes and sponges regularly otherwise they can harvest acne-causing bacteria. Always wash your hands first if you apply makeup using your fingers. The last thing to keep in mind is no matter how much exhausted you are, never go to sleep with makeup on. Watch the video to know how you can clean your makeup brushes with jojoba oil.

5. Junk food causes acne

Good news for all you junk food junkies, it’s totally safe for your skin. Greasy foods such as pizza, burgers, and fries, aren’t responsible for your acne. However, there are other products that you should consume carefully like, dairy products as they are full of hormones that are known for triggering acne. Try to give up dairy for at least a week and see if your acne improves. But what you eat still highly influences how you look. So try following a healthy diet.

Do you know any other acne myths? If yes then don’t forget to share them with us in the comment section below. Watch the video below to know more about the acne myths and truths.