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Sensitive skin can experience acne outbreaks, even when you have a strict skin cleansing routine. Contrary to common beliefs, acne is not caused by a lack of hygiene. It is typically linked to hormonal fluctuations in young people. 

But there's more to acne than meets the eyes. Essentially, acne can be linked to internal and environmental factors. 

Internally, when you are out of puberty age, acne outbreaks are more likely to occur before menstruation when the body experiences a rush of hormones. 

Yet, other issues, such as bacteria excess, sebum excess, or clogged-up pores, can be at fault. If you think you are doing everything for your skin, here are 5 things you may not have considered. 

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Reducing sebum production

Everybody has unique skin. Some people are unfortunately cursed with excessive sebum production. It can be a genetic condition, or it could be linked to physical activities. 

In other words, sebum production can be out of control even when you are trying to maintain your skin health. Using CBD skincare products can prove helpful as it can reduce the production of sebum. 

Checking your bed

Do you struggle with back or chest acne? The answer might lie in your bed. Excessive sweating at night can lead to clogged pores. Indeed, skincare experts recommend breathable bed sheets, such as cotton, to ensure the body can regulate its temperature at night. So, it is worth investing in quality beddings to improve your skin health. 

Another less pleasant cause of skin inflammation at night is the presence of bed bugs. Indeed, while they are mostly invisible to the naked eye, pests can hide in your bed. Signs of bed bugs can be itching, small blood stains on the bed sheets, and tiny brown and black dots inside the bed. It may be worth getting in touch with a professional to arrange pest control services. Bed bugs do not hide only in beds, so make sure to request a full assessment of the situation. 

Turning down the hot shower

If you love a hot shower, you could be damaging your skin. Indeed, a hot shower could dry out your skin. In turn, it could lead to excessive sebum production as the skin tries to hydrate. 

Additionally, you may notice itching and redness in areas where the skin is inflamed. These areas are more likely to develop acne outbreaks as a result of the inflammation flare and the excessive sebum. 

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You're a fiddler

You may not be aware of your action, but if you tend to touch your forehead or your chin for comfort during the workday, you could be leaving bacteria on the skin. 

This could happen, for instance, if you tend to cup your chin when reading emails or to scratch your eyebrows when you are in a long business meeting. Try to become more mindful of your actions. 

You don't spend enough time in the sun

Vitamin D has anti-inflammatory and immunoregulatory properties. In other words, vitamin D can enhance the function of your immune system. As acne outbreaks tend to be linked to inflammation and the presence of bacteria, ensuring your body has a sufficient amount of vitamin D can be a game-changer. Ideally, you should spend 20 to 30 minutes outside every day. 

Are you ready to ban acne once and for all? When improving your lifestyle and diet fails to deliver the expected results, it's worth considering these 5 tips to improve your skin health.