How to get rid of
blotchy skin
What is
blotchy skin?
Blotchy skin can be related to genetics, inherited from parents and grandparents - facial flushing after drinking alcohol can also cause blotchy skin and can depend on your parentage and heritage. Some people can experience red, blotchy skin after drinking.
Blotchy skin can also be caused by acne blemishes and acne scarring, which is why it is important to cleanse skin and establish a good skincare routine.
There are several things that can affect your skin and cause it to become blotchy:
- Sun overexposure:
One of the biggest causes of blotchy skin is from sun exposure. Sun exposure can lead to patches of very red blotchy skin on the face that can be sore and take a while to fade, leading to uneven skin tone. For sun causes, prevention is always better than working out how to get rid of the blotchy skin. When exposed to the sun, ensure you've protected yourself with a sunscreen with at least SPF 15 and a good UVA rating. You can explore the full range of NIVEA SUN products to help keep you safe here.
- Over-exfoliating:
It's important to remember when exfoliating not to do it too often or use an exfoliator that is very harsh on your skin, as this can cause micro-tears which will lead to your skin feeling sore, aggravated and blotchy. You should exfoliate with something that is gentle on your skin.
- Allergies:A common symptom of an allergy is red blotchy skin. Think about whether you have recently switched your laundry detergent or consider any changes you've made to your skin care routine as this could be causing this. If you do think you have an allergy you should visit your doctor as they can confirm this for you and offer you help.
- Extreme weather conditions:High winds, very hot weather, or very cold weather can cause your skin to become blotchy. This happens because your skin is reacting and trying to counterbalance the weather. If you find this is happening when it's windy you should cover your skin to protect it, if the weather is very hot you should seek shade and try to cool off, and if the weather is very cold you should find somewhere warm to gradually warm yourself up.
- Stress:Stress can present itself not just in your mental well-being but also as physical symptoms. Stress causes a chemical response in your body that actually makes your skin more reactive, so you may also notice your skin breaking out more when you feel stressed.
Skin care tips for
blotchy skin
Blotchy skin from sun exposure or skin blemishes is easy to fix by ensuring you maintain a good skincare routine. Ensure you have your SPF and UVA protection on when exposed to the sun. Blotchy skin caused by environmental factors is easy to prevent or get rid of.
Blotchy skin caused by genetics can be harder to get rid of, but there are still ways to reduce it. Again, ensuring you have a good skincare routine is a good place to start, ensuring skin is well cleansed and hydrated each day, read our how to exfoliate guide and use NIVEA exfoliating scrub. Avoid triggers such as alcohol if you're prone to red blotchy skin due to alcohol consumption.
To help get the best start on getting rid of blotchy skin, make a habit of cleansing skin first thing in the morning and just before bed, followed by a moisturiser.
Also, dead skin can cause blotchy skin to become more vivid, so ensure you use an exfoliator to remove any dead skin on the face. Careful not to over exfoliate the skin though, as this in turn can make skin red and sore.
