Haircare

5 Common causes of hairline acne

Nobody really likes uninvited guests, especially the nasty ones, and acne is one such nasty uninvited guest. It can appear without any prior warning, and that’s what makes us loathe acne even more. Although your face is the most common place for acne to appear, it doesn’t mean the rest of your body is immune to it. In fact, acne can appear in the most unusual places, and acne in such unusual places can be quite unpleasant and painful. Acne shouldn’t be a problem if you have been doing all things the right way such as eating a healthy diet, following a good skincare routine, and exercising daily, but if you are still dealing with it, then you need to find out the root cause of this issue and look for solutions in order to treat it properly.

In most cases, the appearance of acne on a particular area of your face could be a direct result of an underlying health issue, and sometimes it could simply be a result of hygiene issues. That said, hairline acne is a common issue, it is not only painful but can also be quite challenging to deal with. If you are experiencing hairline acne and have no idea about what’s causing it in the first place, we would suggest reading through the article below as we have rounded up a list of some common reasons for hairline acne.

 

Failing to wash your hair regularly

Hairline acne could be a direct result of dirt, oil, and grime accumulated on your hair and scalp. Dirty hair and scalp not only leads to acne on your hairline but your temple and forehead as well. Therefore, you should make it a point to wash your hair at least twice or thrice a week to remove dirt, oil, grime, and other impurities from your mane and scalp. This will make it easier for your scalp to breathe, which will help keep acne at bay.

 

Oily scalp

Clogged pores are one of the common causes of acne, and if you have an excessively oily scalp, then the excess oil can end up clogging your pores, which in turn, leads to acne. The easiest way to keep your hair clean and oil-free in between washes is by using a dry shampoo. Instead of washing your hair every day, you should use dry shampoo to soak up excess oil from your scalp and make your hair feel fresh. Spritzing a generous amount of dry shampoo throughout your mane will help keep your scalp oil-free, thereby preventing acne.

 

Wearing dirty fabric or material

If you like wearing hair accessories, especially the ones that come in contact with your hairline like headbands, scarves, and hats, then you should make sure that their fabric or material is all clean or washed. Wearing unwashed or dirty hair accessories can end up clogging your pores around the hairline, thereby resulting in acne. Some hair accessories also cause friction; therefore, you should be very careful while using them. Additionally, you should always clean or wash your hair accessories after using them to prevent hairline acne.

 

Using hair styling products excessively

Although hair styling products can help you create some of the coolest hairstyles, the excess use of these products can lead to acne. The acne caused due to hair styling products is called pomade acne. People with oily skin should strictly avoid using hair styling products that contain ingredients like marula, flaxseed, and avocado oils as they can end up clogging the pores.

 

Poor skincare habits

When it comes to your skincare products, apart from ensuring that you are only using those products that are ideal for your skin type, you should also make sure to apply the product evenly on your face. Whether you’re using a moisturizer or a cleanser, always make sure to take the product all the way up to your hairline in order to keep acne at bay.