A skin breakout can be frustrating and difficult to manage. Understanding what causes them and how to respond is crucial for getting your skin back on track. This guide explains the common triggers for breakouts and provides practical steps to treat them.
A breakout is a sudden appearance of acne, whiteheads, blackheads, or a rash-like redness. It’s often a reaction to one or more triggers and typically happens over a short period. Unlike chronic acne, breakouts are often more sudden and widespread, leaving the skin feeling sensitive and irritated.
Your skin needs time to adjust to new skincare products, especially those with potent active ingredients like:
Applying a new product all over your face at once can overwhelm your skin and lead to a breakout.
💡 Tip to prevent it: Always perform a patch test on a small area (like your jawline or wrist) for 24-48 hours before applying the product to your entire face.
When makeup, sunscreen, or dirt aren't completely removed, they can clog your pores. This creates an ideal environment for bacteria to grow and cause breakouts.
💡 Tip to prevent it: Use a double cleansing routine (makeup remover + face wash) every evening. For a deeper clean, consider a professional Skin Detox CO₂ treatment at a spa to remove accumulated impurities.
Overly aggressive massage or scrubbing can stimulate oil glands, leading to excess sebum production that clogs pores and triggers breakouts.
💡 Tip to prevent it: Always massage gently in an upward motion. When getting a facial, ensure the esthetician is properly trained to handle your skin with care.
Fluctuating hormones during menstruation, pregnancy, or periods of high stress can increase oil production and cause breakouts.
💡 Tip to prevent it: Maintain a healthy diet, get enough sleep, and manage stress. Consider gentle facials like a Hydrating Facial or an Enzyme Therapy to help balance your skin.
Ingredients like artificial fragrances, parabens, mineral oil, or strong essential oils (like peppermint or cinnamon) can cause an allergic reaction in sensitive skin, leading to redness and inflammation.
💡 Tip to prevent it: Carefully read ingredient lists. Prioritize products with natural extracts and avoid synthetic fragrances.
Face towels, makeup brushes, and cleansing devices can harbor bacteria if not cleaned regularly, leading to breakouts.
💡 Tip to prevent it: Wash your face towel after each use, clean your brushes 1-2 times a week, and follow the manufacturer's instructions for cleaning your cleansing device.
Focus on products with ingredients that soothe the skin:
Picking at your skin can spread bacteria and leave behind acne scars. If you need extractions, get them done by a professional esthetician.
If a breakout lasts for more than two weeks, is accompanied by severe inflammation and pain, or is not responding to at-home care, consult a dermatologist for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.
At Laboho Spa, we use a three-step process to minimize the risk of breakouts:
Breakouts are a common skin reaction that can be triggered by many factors. Understanding the cause and taking swift action can help you regain clear, healthy skin.
For safe, personalized skincare that minimizes the risk of future breakouts, choose a customized facial treatment at Laboho Spa, where every skin is understood and nurtured properly.
