Pimples on the forehead are very common and luckily, very treatable! The steps for clearing pimples on the forehead are quite similar to clearing them on other areas of the face. Clearing acne requires a commitment to an effective daily acne treatment routine (such as MDacne) that includes medicated anti-acne ingredients such as benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid.
In addition to topical acne treatments, there are several measures you can take to help prevent pimples on the forehead:
Wash Your Hair: Make sure that you wash your hair everyday — oily, unwashed hair that's in contact with your forehead skin will make your forehead and temples break out.
Avoid Hair Products: Avoid using hair gels, oils, and sprays as they can clog your pores and cause new pimples to form.
Hats & Helmets: Try to avoid wearing helmets, baseball caps or headbands — these rub on your skin and can cause more acne breakouts on the forehead. If you need to wear these, make sure to clean them regularly.
Makeup: If you wear makeup, make sure it is oil-free. To learn more about makeup, check out this page on our blog!
Wash Off Sweat: Sweat, especially when left on the skin for too long, can certainly contribute to or even directly cause breakouts. Use an oil-free wipe or a medicated acne cleanser after sweating to remove bacteria.
Using a clay mask 1-2x per week can be another excellent addition to your acne treatment routine. By absorbing the “dirt” and excess sebum from enlarged skin oil glands, these masks can help with acne breakouts, reduce skin redness, and improve overall skin texture and brightness.
For more tips on how to achieve clear skin, check out the "Acne Help" section of the MDacne website!