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Take the Clear Skin Challenge! Week Two: You Are What You Eat

 
Diet Repair

Those French fries and brownies may taste pretty great, but they aren’t too good for your face. Stay away from excessive amounts unhealthy and sugary foods (believe us, not only is it good for your skin, but all over). Turns out, lotsa sugar can be rough on your skin.


The most important thing any girl fighting acne can do is drink water. Carry a water bottle with you wherever you go. It's important not only to help clear your skin, but also to help you keep your body hydrated and healthy. Express yourself with a cute water bottle which will keep your water chilled longer, plus you can refill it!




Protect Perfect

Tanning is a huge skin no-no, acne or not! When you’re outside, the #1 thing to do is apply sunscreen—look for one with high SPF that’s oil free and for sensitive skin. And remember to always apply—even on cloudy days.


 

Get Glowin'

That said, for those girls desperate for a little more color, go for a bronzer. Faux tans are totally safe. Try a tinted moisturizer which will gradually, and evenly give you an all-over glow. Follow instructions when applying and you have your summer-pretty tan without the ugly UVA rays.




So in addition to sticking with your routine from week one, add these steps in: drink extra water, ditch the junk food and grab your sunscreen. Skin getting any smoother? You should start to see some little changes by the end of this week, but stick to your routine and above all, keep your skin clean!

 
-Alyssa Bailey

BY CAITLIN R. ON 8/20/2009 7:00:00 AM 156 COMMENTS

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are chocolate raisins still good for you is chocalate bad for your skin bacause i have acne




Hey girl! I think they would be OK, but just don't eat a ton of them. 
Eryn G.

ebhager14 on 12/29/2009 10:24:52 AM

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what is a healthy alternative to fries and chips




Hey babe,




Rice crisps, baby carrots, popcorn, or even crackers like triscuts.




xoxo Keltie 
Keltie E.

ebhager14 on 12/28/2009 11:36:31 PM

actually doctors and dermatologists don't believe that junk food can cause acne anymore. but it is good to drink water to clear ur skin and u have to have a good lifestyle. like be active and all that stuff that this article said. the water bottle is so cute!

Jgirlox24 on 10/19/2009 3:32:34 PM

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ashton062698 on 10/15/2009 9:19:21 PM

i can't find the link to the first week and i really want to try this!!

kampfly on 10/15/2009 9:19:13 PM

heeeeelppp meeee!!! i can't find the link to week one and i really want to try this!

kampfly on 10/15/2009 9:17:40 PM

Hey, I read in a health mag, that what you eat does NOT contribute to your acne. it's gentics.

scylla on 9/4/2009 8:26:20 PM

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I cry as i wirte this.I am over weight.Im 11 5,2 and im 140 pounds.I break out alot.Anytime I go out like on road trips because my family goes back and forth to Virgina.When were out on the road all we eat is fast food and snacks we bring.when i see the salad menu then i see burgers like at Mcdonalds, I realy think "why not just get a burger.It wont make a differnce".In one year i gained 40 pounds.How come?How can lose it?




Hi babe,




I know where you're coming from because I travel a lot and it's hard to maintain a healthy diet. Next time you go to McDonalds get the salad even if you want the burger. Once you start curbing away from junk food and eating healthier you will start to lose the extra weight. Stay away from drastic diets and don't beat yourself up over it. It's as easy as going for a walk and eating a salad rather than watching tv and eating a bag of potato chips.




xoxo Keltie 




 
Keltie E.

watergal47 on 8/29/2009 3:57:57 PM

MOD MOD MOD I have acne troubles.My mom doesnt let me use cleansers becuse i have senstive skin but when i use regular soap it mite git rid of 3 out of 20 0r 30 zits.What can i use for my sensitve skin.How do i explain it to my mom.Please make it some thing cheap like 9 or ten dollars.Thank you

 

Hey girlie! Try looking up some different mild cleansers online and showing your mom! Explain to her why you want to use them! There are plenty of products out there that are even less than 9-10 dollars! And they work great!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

watergal47 on 8/27/2009 12:56:02 PM

MOD MOD MOD ok i have questions. my mom said that i cant dye my hair so i am going to try lemons tomorow. my hair is dirty blonde/brownish. so i was wondering how exactly to you do it? and bfor i asked if it was ok to swap milk with water-like to clear up your skin. but one of the mods said it probably wont clear up your skin but what about gatorade? in the first article on how to clear up your skin, it said to use moisturizer-is it ok to buy a mosturizer with SPF in it-or will it work better if u buy a moisturizer and a separate sunscreen? and these tips-will they clear up black heads too?

 

Hey chica! I'm not too sure about the lemon thing. You can prob find out how online; I'm a brunette so eeek! I've never tried it! I wouldn't try Gatorade. Water usually works the best for your skin. And moisturizers with SPF are great! Def. go with that!

 

-Taeler

Taeler L.

jen0119 on 8/27/2009 1:38:23 AM

Dear Mod, Tomorrow is the first day of school for me, but I have a medium-big zit on my chin right under my lip. It wouldn't be so noticeable if it wasn't so red! How can I get rid of it in one day, or at least make it less noticeable? I also have blackheads on my nose that look terrible, but I can't put too much makeup on them because my skin is really dry and rough. (I use the Clean and Clear Advantage acne pack, plus an Olay moisturizer, plus an exfoliating scrub I use every three days to get rid of flakes.) What can I do before tomorrow? Thanks so much, Jen

 

Hey girl,

 

Try an acne cream and leave it on over night. Then wash it of in the morning and dab a few spots of concealer over the zits.

 

Megan P.

Megan P.

jlo128 on 8/26/2009 11:14:59 AM

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is it true that if you wear makeup like foundation or powder that it makes your skin oily? cuz i do and my skin is like ALWAYS oily. i have some oil absorbing sheets, and they work, but not for very long. i also wash my face twice a day. do you have any ideas on how to keep my skin less greasy? thx.
xoxo




Hey babe,

It can clog up your pores and make your skin a bit oily. Try taking a break from the foundation for awhile and see if that helps.

xoxo Allie
Allie S.

giraffesrock on 8/25/2009 5:31:27 PM

thats a good idea but i heard that junk food doesnt rlly affect ur skin.
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soccerluvv on 8/25/2009 5:23:31 PM

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ok so i have rlly oily skin and lots of blackheads and zits. i use cetaphil, astrigent, and witch hazel but it takes FOREVER to work. what can i use to make it go away quickly but doesnt clog my pores or make my skin more oily???
thx!
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Hey babe,

There are some medications you can buy that act fast - I think Clearsil makes a few types.

xoxo Allie
Allie S.

soccerluvv on 8/25/2009 5:16:26 PM

i already drink tons of water, but i started eating healthier and exercising more and my skin really cleared up. i didnt have bad acne to start with (just a few zits and some black heads) but now i have like no blackheads and one teeny tiny zit lol its pretty awesome

eki_dancer13 on 8/25/2009 3:56:15 PM

Thanks guys! K I'll do this from now on!!!!

1cutiepie24546 on 8/24/2009 9:16:32 PM

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trendypenguin on 8/24/2009 9:13:19 PM

MOD MOD MOD ok i have 2 questions:is it ok to op with milk or orange juice or like smoothies instead of drinking water so often? because i usually drink milk instead of water but I dont know if that will clear up your skin. and do u have to find a special sunscreen for your face or can you just use the sunscreen you put on your body?

 

Hey girl!  Milk and OJ are great healthy drinks.  Milk won't really clear up your skin, but it'll help you get that much needed calcium.  As for sunscreen, most people can use the same sunscreen as they use on their bodies.  But if you find it is too oily, there are some that are just for your face. Best, Kristen

Kristen Y.

jen0119 on 8/24/2009 3:16:12 PM

if you want clearer skin dont drink soda

watergal47 on 8/24/2009 1:23:50 PM

well when you eat junk food it makes it so the fatty oils block up pores

watergal47 on 8/24/2009 1:23:18 PM

NOT EATING JUNK FOOD :O HOW DOES THT EFFECT YOUR SKIN??

cocopuff6 on 8/24/2009 12:58:01 AM

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I have bad acne on the sides of my nose and on my forehead. I have acne cream, I wash my face every day, and I have another acne soap thing that I use in the shower, but it still doesnt go away. HELP!! What should I do??




Hey, Girl! Sorry for the “stock”  message. We’re psyched you’re here but since this is a super busy time, mods aren’t able to answer personal advice or contest questions. We’re approving your comments now so the girls can start offering feedback right away! If you still have questions, please come back, we’re happy to help…or just let the other chicas answer now! (They give awesome advice, trust us!) Love and thanks! ♥, Your Blog Patrol Babes  
Jeannie L.

MissSarah21097 on 8/23/2009 4:17:11 PM

CAITLEN21!!!! Ok so here are some tips to get rid of acne. 1. wash your face twice a day. Some good face wash products(that are cheap) are Neutrogena, Clearasil, and Clean & Clear. If you want to spend the money Proactive is great. 2. use a face mask about twice a week and leave it on for 5-10 min. 3. change your pillow case about every two or three days. So you can use one side of the pillow for two nights then switch to the other side. When you have used both sides just change the pillow case. 4. use a spot treatment at night (if you don't have one toothpaste works great no joke) and don't rub it in just leave it there so you can see it it works better. 5. moisturize!!!! even if you have oily skin you still need to moisturize. you can buy face lotion that doesn't clog your pores. 6. drink lots of water. 7. wash your hair everyday 8. try to keep your hair up at night so it's not all over your face. Ok sorry this was so long but it really does help. It did for me. If it's still not getting better ask your mom to go to a dermotolagist or a doctor. Hope this helps! Good luck!

sarah99999 on 8/23/2009 3:06:47 PM

MOD!i have some acne that i would like to clear up.my skin is oily type.what brands are good for clearing up acne on that type of skin?(btw,some afordable please)and whats the estimate time it'll take to clear up?thanks!Smile




Hey girl, different acne washes work for different types of acne. You're gonna have to research which ones are best for your type of skin - oily, dry, acne prone, etc - and get the wash for that. Some good brands are Clearisil, Neutrogena, and Cetaphil, but look around the drug store - there are tons to choose from! It can take a couple days to a couple weeks for your acne to clear up, depending on how much you have and what wash you use.

xox Alexa
alexa e.

socialchic14 on 8/23/2009 11:42:39 AM

I wear sunscreen on my face every day and drink a lot of water! I just need to work on not eating as much junk food... lol! Smile I've also heard a lot that exercising regularly can really clear up your skin. Just being healthy in general will reflect through your skin.

ShopperSoccerGurl on 8/22/2009 11:52:57 PM

I basically already do the whole water bottle thing, anyway. But, thanx, though.

worrell.ruth.75 on 8/22/2009 2:31:36 PM

MOD:
okay, so, my eyes are big and round and brown, but everytime I take a picture they look bug-eyed. what could I do to prevent that?
Love,
Ari <3




Hey girl, I would suggest standing in front of a mirror and practicing smiles and other facial expressions that make your eyes look how you want 'em to. When you find some smiles, poses, and facial expressions that work, use them the next time a photo op comes up! 

xx katy  
Katy J.

sweetari95 on 8/22/2009 9:59:18 AM

nice.; i got cross country practice starting 2day so thatll get me good with exercise n will help a bit with my skin since exercising helps 2. n ill always wash my face soon as i get home so thatll b soon. n ill put sunscreen on so i dont get burned n i wanna get the spray on 1 i used 2day, it was my friends. it doesnt smell like sunscreen n u dont feel like u hav it on. idk if it even goes on! i dont hav 2 rub it in which is nice. ill hav 2 get my face tho cuz i think its a bit red 2day. 2day was bad cuz i need new shoes n so my feet r all soar. but ill b healthy!!!! Smile

i_rock_big_socks!!!!! on 8/21/2009 10:03:41 PM

ya ill try this cuz i do all that stuff and i do have the pimps! :p

bambino1 on 8/21/2009 3:33:53 PM

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Where is the week one skin care help? and i hope your enjoying the rest of your summer! Thanks!




Hey babe, follow this link to get to it!

http://www.girlslife.com/post/2009/08/05/clear-skin.aspx 
Lynae P.

peaceloveLAX on 8/21/2009 11:19:47 AM

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tye-dyegirl105 on 8/21/2009 10:31:02 AM

Nice! I will def/ try this!! Laughing
xoxo candieheartsgirl

candieheartsgirl on 8/21/2009 10:02:10 AM

that's so weird. i always eat stuff like chocolate & i know i don't get enough water everyday. but i don't seem to be getting a lot of acne...

tammyakamiko on 8/21/2009 9:01:42 AM

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I have bacne! Frown I'm planning to go swimming with my friends on my birthday which is a couple of weeks from now. How do I get rid of it then? Helppppp!

caitlen21 on 8/21/2009 9:00:07 AM

I have clear, smooth skin and I think it's because my Mom sells make-up and other things which include a teen facial cleanser that works like a charm! SmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmileSmile

Stephrika on 8/21/2009 8:58:40 AM

whenever i apply bronzer i put on to much and then i try to rub some of it off....then its on my hands and i have to wash it off and start all over again but i never do it right how do i apply it right

skooshberry on 8/21/2009 7:58:12 AM

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this year is my first year in hishschool and im soo worriedd.
i was popular in middle school ,im not sure if thats going to happen in highschool
im in a private school and most of the students are rich and they alwayss talk and talk about the different places that they travelled to and whatever but i think thats shallow and im not like themm eventhough my family is not really unfortunate.
i want to make friendss but i dont know howw ??

ms naughty on 8/21/2009 7:55:10 AM

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im kind off skinny and i want to gain weight but in the same time i dont want to eat things that might be bad for my skin.
french fries, brownies and sugary food are what i need to gain weight but they are bad for my skin.
what should i do?
HELP

 

Hey girl,

Rumor has it that junk food helps you gain weight, but that's just not right. There are lots of other foods to eat that have healthy fats: like nuts, cheese, beans. Eat three hearty meals a day and you'll gain weight the healthy way. Resorting to junk food only adds weight in places you don't want it! Stay healthy, girl (:

best, Miliana

Miliana B.

ms naughty on 8/21/2009 7:49:46 AM

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Okay, whats a good substitute for eyeliner?




Hey girl, try using a powder eyeshadow and fine brush. Wet the brush and dab some of the powder on and treat it like a paintbrush. Hope this helps, girlie!

xoxo 
Alyssa B.

Pomi[: on 8/21/2009 12:53:00 AM

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i have to walk to and from the bus stop and im always so scared! i live the farthest back in the neighborhood, so i have to walk at least half the way all by myself. im so scared im going to run into a big, snarling dog. i may sound like a coward, but i hate any dog that i don't know, and i have seen a strange dog once when walking home. ive walked home for about two years now, and ive always been afraid but for some reason it scares me more now. there isn't anyone who can pick me up or drop me off. what can i do? school starts tuesday! thanks.




Hey girl, first thing first, take a deep breath. You will be okay. Those dogs will not hurt you, promise. I know when I run sometimes there's a Jack Russell Terrier that will be on my tail, barking. The thing about dogs like that is they're all bark, no bite. Just quietly go your own way and the dog will stay behind. If you feel really discomforted, see if a friend will walk down to your house and meet you to keep you company the first half of the way. That said, if you've been walking that route for two years and haven't seen any dogs yet, what makes you think this year will be different? I promise, girlie, chances 90%, you won't run into anything this year. There's no need to be scared. Just be confident and cautious. Good luck, and I hope you have your best BTS yet! 

xoxo 
Alyssa B.

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Junetikky on 8/21/2009 12:02:38 AM

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whats better liquid or powder bronzer? and is there such thing as waterproof or sweatproof bronzer?
thnx.
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Hey girl, for an all over tan, I'd go for an evenly applied liquid bronzer. For just your face, a powder. As for waterproof and sweatproof, I think most are. A sure way to find out, however, is to look at the labels of popular brands. They'll tell you on the spot whether it's a waterproof, liquid, or powder bronzer.

xoxo 
Alyssa B.

fudgey88 on 8/21/2009 12:01:05 AM

i do that already. but i still got teeny little whiteheads all over my face Frown

isabella1997219 on 8/20/2009 11:35:12 PM

hey mod! how do i wear a navy blue,polo dress form ralph lauren?

zgirl85 on 8/20/2009 11:07:18 PM

cool i didnt even know that they like started a clear skin thing here

dogluver82 on 8/20/2009 10:44:49 PM

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i kno ur suppossed to drink 8 glasses of water a day, but if u hav a glass of water, and turn it into another drink (like tea) duz it still count?




Hey girl, it def counts. By eight glasses of water a day, they mean eight glasses of liquid. After all, tea is made from water, right?

xoxo 
Alyssa B.

diva_gurl on 8/20/2009 10:32:54 PM

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I wish I could pull off a side ponytail, but whenever I try to it looks weird. Low ones not all of my hair fits unless its really tightly pulled (i like the looser look) and high ones my hair won't get smooth when I brush it up. I have friends who can pull it off so well but I can't seem to!!




Hey girl, try a low side ponytail more towards your back then your side. Use bobbi pins and clips to tie down stray pieces. For extra help, get your friend or mom to put the ponytail in for you. Having a second pair of hands helping you might keep your style in better--from the start.

xoxo 
Alyssa B.

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Club Chain on 8/20/2009 9:57:51 PM

MOD:
Will cracking your knuckles make them bigger? Because i do, and all of my freinds warn me that my knuckles will become really large. I have been doing it for years. Does it have any affects? Thanks.




Hey girl, cracking your knuckles doesn't make them bigger, but it can lead to hand swelling, lower grip strength, and soft tissue injuries. It may be hard, but it's prob a good habit to break--your hands will thank you. Hope this helps, girlie!

xoxo 
Alyssa B.

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