Can you put alcohol on your face for acne?

Acne is like that pesky little goblin that refuses to leave us alone. We’ve all been there, spending countless hours and dollars trying different products or remedies to achieve clear skin. With so much information available, it’s hard not to get overwhelmed with the vast array of things we can try.

One common question people tend to ask when researching this topic is: Can you put alcohol on your face for acne? Well my friends, let’s dive right into those burning questions and see if we can’t help make sense of it all!

What exactly is acne?

Before diving deeper into how one may combat this struggle bus named Acne, it would be beneficial to first understand what we are up against in its entirety.

Let me introduce you to our friend “Le Pimple.” (A.K.A. The zit monster)

At the root level, pimples form inside hair follicles with tiny glands called sebaceous glands. These glands produce an oil substance known as Sebum (colloquially referred to as ‘Skin Grease’ by professionals). When dead skin cells – mixed with other rubbish like dirt and build-up from makeup – accumulate around these said hair follicles/sebaceous glands, they plug up the gland entry points (gross), leading towards swelling and inflammation down below which eventually leads towards forming a pimple sigh… but enough about Le Pimple for now- Let’s talk about treating his existence on our faces!

Using Alcohol On Your Face For Acne

By definition, alcohol breaks down fats within our pores; hence why many initially believe it could potentially help fight off Le Pimple spreading chaos upon one’s face (Actually quite logical).

But before reaching out for that vodka bottle and dowsing yourself in liquid courage (Or should I say Liquid Benzoyl Peroxide)– it is essential to understand the pros and cons of using alcohol on the skin.

Pros

  • It can kill bacteria present within your acne, leading to its decreased severity.
  • Removes excess oil production from areas of concern.
  • Acts as an astringent that can help unclog pores, making room for other anti-acne products to do their work effectively.

Cons

The most significant con with using alcohol is its tendency to dry out/irritate one’s skin in ways you wouldn’t want. Frequent usage of high concentrations (Above 60% Isopropyl) which could lead towards irritation & inflammation (You Don’t Want To Mess With Inflammation!!!) & sandpaper-like texture all over sensitive visage (Eeewwww) .

What specific types of alcohols are best suited for treating acne?

Ladies and gentlemen, there are primarily two types of alcohols available in skincare products:

First up – There’s SD alcohol. As much fun as it would be, sadly these initials don’t stand for “Spirited Drink” sigh. The ‘SD’ stands for “specially denatured”. These drinks include ingredients like methanol, benzene or even gasoline (yikes!) among others. Ingredients that we sure as heck shouldn’t be exposing our faces too!

On the flip side- Cetyl Alcohol typically found in non-comedogenic oils/moisturizers used atop oily/acne-prone skin types contains fatty acids; hence it ends up providing moisture! Huzzah – Protective + Hydrating = Happy Skin (And hopefully happy us!)

Today most commonly incorporated into Acne correcting agents would be SALICYLIC ACID / BENZOYL PEROXIDE / OTHER ESSENTIAL OILS / WINDEX … Kidding about the last one but see how gullible y’all are!

Tips and tricks for applying alcohol on your face for acne

Here are some tips that could save you from becoming the next Drunk Uncle at the family gathering.

  • Apply small amounts of rubbing alcohol to a cotton ball & apply it gently only over those pesky zit-prone areas. (Note: ‘Gentle’ is keyword here)
  • Opt for products with lower SD Alcohol Concentration or go for Isopropyl Myristate (Another form of Alcohol) in its place, AAAND It’s less drying compared to other forms out there!
  • Avoid repeated usage above once/twice depending upon one’s skin sensitivity towards topical application.
    Tip – Overuse may lead towards redness/peeling; so consider balancing product routine accordingly.

When should I avoid using an alcoholic solution?

Those under age/legal drinking age, pregnant women, those dealing severe dry/sensitive skin complications as it would aggravate underlying issues!

At this juncture, let me remind you all: Moderation is key, whether it be in skincare or beverages/mischief making,

(Ha Ha… We get You Now Don’t we!!!)

Well folks,’ Let’s hope after reading this article, we have cleared up any doubts or questions concerning whether one can use alcohol on their faces regarding acne treatment. Just remember to treat your skin like the precious little BB gun THAT IT IS-( Fun Fact – BB guns were used during World War II because traditional bullets involved sheets requiring various resources) Consistency AND Patience play BIG roles when trying anti-acne treatments.

Now then…Anybody down for drinks? (Just kidding …I swear)

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