PART (2) BLACK SKIN CARE

I knew that they would likely outgrow their acne stage but I would have to deal with my dry skin for the rest of my life. Having dry facial skin presents unique challenges when it comes to finding proper skin care products. Here is some of what I've learned. 1. Be very careful of what types of soaps you use on your face. 

The thinking is that results should happen quite quickly. And they usually don't. You didn't gain weight overnight, so you won't lose it overnight no matter how much you exercise. If you don't start slowly when you begin an exercise program but instead jump into it full force, you raise your risk of injury. 

Not only will overexposure to the sun dry your skin and force your sebaceous glands to secrete more oil making your acne worse, you will also prematurely age your skin if you get too much sun. And never forget, healthy skin starts on the inside, not the outside. Make sure you properly fuel your body with a wide selection of healthy fruits and vegetables. 

If you are going to be out in the sun for an extended period of time you should also wear a hat and other protective clothing. Proper nutrition is also important if you want to keep your skin healthy. And again, this transcends race. Our bodies need the proper nutrition to maintain health, both on the inside and on the outside. 

The quick and easy answer is no. Exercise isn't necessary for weight loss. A person, without exercising at all, can lose weight. But it certainly won't be easy, and it's certainly not healthy. For someone who's completely sedentary to lose weight, they have to take in fewer calories than they burn just like anyone else. 

If your acne is severe and before beginning any treatment on your own, the best thing to do is speak with your doctor to see if there is something he or she recommends either over the counter or prescription. A prescription may be covered by insurance so you won't have to foot the entire bill all by yourself.