1-starting with one we have all done at one time or another. Over-medicating a zit like crazy is just not a great idea. If you see are dry, crusty patches around a pimple then you are getting medicine on the skin around the blemish as well. Next time use a cotton swab to put medicine onto the blemish. Try using a medicated flesh tinted cream or stick to help hide it while it heals.

2- you can over-nourish your skin as much as under-nourish it. Depending on which age group you fall under, if you are in your 20's you don't need to be slathering on skincare products meant for someone in their 40's. Not all skincare is meant for all ages, if it says anti-aging and you just turn 21? It's probably too rich for your skin, try a water-based lotion instead.

 

3- over-cleansing your oily skin. Is your face feeling dehydrated, maybe flaking a little yet looks oily? People with oily skin tend to excessively over-wash their face which can lead to even more oil production. Using oil blotters is a great idea and backing off trying for that super-dry feel will help get your oily skin back behaving.

4- over exfoliation is bad for all skin types. If you got a tight and shiny "glassy" look to your skin, you may be exfoliating too much. Exfoliation is great to help with cell regeneration when done once maybe twice a week. A facial done correctly by someone train to do it, even better for your skin. What happens if you over-exfoliate is you are removing too much of your skins natural protective barrier which can lead to dehydration and even damage. Try less scrubbing and more moisturizing and try if you can to get a facial once a month. If you can't afford a facial then try to exfoliate no more than twice a week. You will slough off the dead skin cells to help promote healthy skin cell growth. Just don't over scrub as it can lead to over-dry skin and damage such as rashes and little broken capillaries.

 

By taking the time to take care of your skin and breaking a bad habit or two, you will look younger longer and have the best well-behaved skin you can.