Face Mapping

Do you know that your overall health condition can be seen just by noticing where you get most of your breakouts on your face? If you're breaking out mostly on some part of your face, it might be an indication of some internal causes. We may apply topical treatments to dry out all of the acne but it will still come back if the internal culprits are not halted. Although face mapping may seem to be too general in the causes that it shows, it does not necessarily mean that when you get an acne on some part of your face it means that you already have internal problems.

So if you're breaking out alot on your:

FOREHEAD

CAUSES: Digestive problems (hard time breaking down certain foods); Small intestine issues; Liver issues; Irregular sleep schedule; Stress; Bad tempers; Too much worrying; Too much sugary foods; Toxin build-up; Hair products; Bangs; Wearing dirty caps/hats

TEMPLES AND BETWEEN BROWS

CAUSES:
(TEMPLES) Poor lymphatic circulation; Diet too high in fat; Gallbladder issues; Too much processed food

(BETWEEN BROWS) Weak heart; Too much alcohol; Too much tobacco

LEFT CHEEK

CAUSES: Liver; Overeating; Nutrition hard to absorb; Stress; Stomach problems; Dirty cell phones; Dirty pillow cases; Dirty makeup brushes; Blush

RIGHT CHEEK

CAUSES: Lungs; Allergies; Stress; Stomach problems; Too much sugar; Dirty cell phones; Dirty pillow cases; Dirty makeup brushes; Blush

NOSE

CAUSES: Poor diet; Constipation; Bloating; Gastrointestinal imbalance; Indigestion; Poor blood circulation if skin on nose peels

LIP AREA

CAUSES: Constipation; Irregular bowels; Too much spicy or fried foods; Toothpaste

CHIN AND JAW

CAUSES: Hormonal problems; Gynecological issues; Kidney imbalance (for under the face/chin pimples); Resting hands on face; Toothpaste

AROUND THE EARS

CAUSES: Lack of water; Too much salt on diet

I even made a drawing :)

According to Skinacea.com, there are a number of remedies that can be done to prevent and halt the increase of acne in each facial region mentioned above.

FOREHEAD

• Go to bed early (10pm) and wake up early (6am). Even if you can't fall asleep. it's good to relax so your liver can rest and be ready for work the next day
• Drink plenty of water
• 20-30 minutes of light exercise every day, especially outdoors
• Practice relaxation techniques to worry less
• Get enough sleep with a regular sleep schedule
• Eat healthy foods, chewing thoroughly
• Better hygiene (washing hair, hats)

TEMPLES

• Eat less processed food, junk food, and fast food
• Reduce the amount of fat in your diet
• Eat cooling foods like bitter melon, cucumbers, and gourds

BETWEEN EYEBROWS

• Exercise, but avoid strenuous exercise
• Get more sleep
• Avoid alcohol
• Avoid smoking

NOSE

• Eat less pungent foods (spices, garlic, etc)
• Eat less meat
• Eat warm temperature foods (not too cold or hot)
• Get more fresh air
• Exercise everyday (like going for a walk)
• Massage the area around your nose
• Make sure you are getting enough Vitamin B

LEFT CHEEK

• Maintain a normal daily routine
• Try to keep a positive mood
• Don't let your body overheat
• Eat more cooling foods such as gourds, winter melons, and green beans
• Don't overeat
• Try to decompress and relax
• The liver is the strongest from 1-3 AM. This is when you should be sleeping
• The liver is weakest at 1-5 PM, so schedule difficult work for the morning
• If you have to work in the afternoon, rest your eyes for 5 minutes every hour
• Practice proper hygiene

RIGHT CHEEK

• Avoid fast food and junk food
• Avoid mango, taro root, wine, and seafood or other foods you may be sensitive to
• Eat less sugar
• Get more fresh air
• The lung is strongest at 7-9 AM. This is the best time for aerobic exercise
• Practice proper hygiene

LIP AREA

• Eat more fiber
• Include more fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet
• Eat less spicy and fried foods
• Massage abdominal area in a clockwise motion
• Change your toothpaste

CHIN AND JAW AREA

• Reduce the habit of eating before bed
• Eat more fresh fruit and vegetables
• Get more rest
• Get your hormones checked
• Get 20 minutes of exercise each day
• Sleep early and wake up early
• Massage your body for relaxation
• Practice proper hygiene

AROUND THE EARS

• Drink more than 1L of water every day
• Avoid eating junk foods
• Avoid salty foods
• Avoid processed foods

A lot of the above suggested remedies focus more on lifestyle and diet changes than topical treatments. You don't have to follow them exactly (I sure don't), but I have come to realize that living a healthier and happier life tends to complement getting better skin.


Keep yourself healthy,

Pascaley