How to get rid of blemished skin and spots

Many of us can probably relate to periods of blemished skin, which can be triggered by anything from our cycle to poor sleep. Although blemished skin affects us all, it is still always an unpleasant surprise to wake up with spots on your forehead or have longer periods when makeup won’t sit nicely on your skin.

Blemished skin affects our appearance, but also our mood. That’s why we’ve put together an overview of helpful advice and skincare products that can help you regain even, glowing skin.

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Updated 2/11/20265 min readHudpleje

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Why do I get blemishes?

Blemishes are often caused by an overproduction of sebum, which combines with dead skin cells and bacteria to clog the skin’s pores. Sebum production can be affected by hormones, the weather and sweat production, among other things. Genetics is also a significant factor in your skin type and tendency to develop blemishes.

Blemishes typically occur as a result of hormonal changes that increase the production of sebum and skin cells. This increased production clogs the skin’s pores, creating a breeding ground for bacteria and, consequently, blemishes.

Some forms of blemishes can be avoided through cleansing, while others are genetically determined. If you are genetically predisposed, you are more likely to get blemishes - but with good skincare, you can do your part to achieve smooth, radiant skin.

4 tips for getting rid of blemishes

By understanding your skin’s needs, you can help it regain its balance. Here are four tips on what you can do:

Gentle products without fragrance: Blemish-prone skin is more susceptible to irritation because the skin barrier is weakened and affected by inflammation. You should therefore choose your skincare products carefully and make sure they are certified and free from chemicals, fragrance or other ingredients that can irritate sensitive skin.
Vitamin A creates visible results: Vitamin A is also known as retinol and is an active vitamin that can stimulate cell renewal and increase the skin’s collagen production. A serum with vitamin A renews the skin, thereby fighting blemishes and reducing pores.
Products that do not clog your pores: In addition to daily skincare, it is also important that your other products create the best conditions for your skin throughout the day. If you wear makeup, make sure your skin can breathe through it so bacteria do not get trapped in your clogged pores.
Use sun protection every day: The sun’s rays are harmful in several ways, and sunlight can also harm blemish-prone skin by increasing sebum production. To take the best care of your skin, it is therefore a good idea to use sun protection with at least SPF 30 every day.

Skincare for blemish-prone skin: Care through cleansing, hydration and protection

All skin types can develop blemishes, but it is always a good idea to choose mild, vitamin-rich and gentle skincare products - especially if you have sensitive, blemish-prone skin. With a few simple steps, you can give your skin loving care that strengthens its resilience.

Facial cleanser that both prevents and fights blemishes

Sebum builds up on your skin overnight and throughout the day. To create the best conditions for your skin, cleanse it morning and evening to remove excess oil that can clog your pores. However, twice a day is also the maximum for cleansing. Blemish-prone skin does not respond well to cleansing too often or using products that are too harsh, and your skin needs time to regain its natural balance of moisture and oils.

Choose a mild, fragrance-free facial cleanser that is both gentle and moisturising. At ECOOKING, we have developed a caring Cleansing Milk that cools, cares for the skin and is fragrance-free, making it well suited to blemish-prone or sensitive skin.

Treatment products specially developed for blemishes

Some products contain active ingredients that can give your skin specialised help. These include serums and face masks. At ECOOKING, we have developed Skin Balance facial serum, which contains natural hawthorn that reduces blemishes by keeping the skin’s bacterial flora and oil levels in balance.

If you have dry skin with minor blemishes and blackheads, a facial scrub can give your skin a helping hand by exfoliating the outermost layer and allowing it to regenerate. Avoid scrubs if you have sensitive or inflamed skin, and always respond to your skin’s signals.

Clay and mud masks also have a special ability to absorb excess oil from the skin and replace the oils with moisture and vitamins. Our Clay Mask and Skin Balance mud mask are created to reduce blemishes and leave your skin feeling fresh and clean.

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Read also: Skincare for oily or blemish-prone skin.

Protect your skin with a moisturising cream

To finish your routine, use a caring face cream that can form a protective film over the skin and gradually penetrate deeply.

Face cream is essential, even if you struggle with oily skin. Even though your skin produces more sebum, it still needs moisture and nourishment from your cream. In fact, we often see blemish-prone skin that is both oily and dehydrated.

At ECOOKING, we have developed the Skin Balance skincare range, with products that can bring the skin into balance, reduce blemishes and provide gentle, long-lasting moisture. Our face cream contains hyaluronic acid and aloe vera, which moisturise and protect the skin.

Get rid of dark areas and marks left by spots

Even if you have got rid of your blemishes, they can still leave physical marks. Deep blemishes can leave a dark mark or scar, but fortunately there is help available here too.

There are several natural products, such as algae, hawthorn, aloe vera and vitamin A, that smooth the skin and lighten dark areas from pigmentation spots or scars from spots.

Our Peeling Mask contains natural lactic acid, also called AHA acid, which exfoliates, smooths and reduces the appearance of dark spots, scars from blemishes and fine lines.