Pillow Hazards: Acne Re-infection

Thoughts of your pillow may engender a sweet sigh as you think of hitting that snooze button just one more time... but did you ever think that your pillowcase might be contributing to your acne?!  Well, it could be.

Your pillowcase may be harboring bacteria, oil or dirt which may contribute to your breakouts.  Think about it.  When was the last time you changed your pillowcase?

There is a simple remedy to this problem.  Try changing those pillowcases more often--if you flip your pillow every night you can get two nights from each pillowcase!  

Washing your pillowcases in hot water and/or ironing will help ensure that your face has a clean, bacteria-free surface to rest each night.  Gentle detergent is also recommended to avoid any reaction or irritation of your sensitive skin.

On the horizon, there are reports that some of the newer anti-microbial fabrics will provide a bacteria-free solution to this problem.  Some of the latest studies even suggest that silver ionic pillowcases might be helpful in healing acne breakouts.  Such a "heal while you sleep" mechanism would certainly be a step forward!

A clean pillowcase each night will help you sleep soundly knowing that your acne treatment is being given the best environment possible to succeed!