WHAT CAUSES PIMPLES? (YOU NEED TO READ THIS)

Did you know that the location of your blemish can tell you how it got there in the first place?
By Victoria Stanell

Did you know that the location of your blemish can tell you how it got there in the first place?
By Victoria Stanell

Zones 1 & 3
Forehead
Traditionally, the forehead connects to your digestion. If you break out in this area, improve your elimination by drinking water and eating "whole" foods. You could possibly suffer from a food intolerance (like wheat or gluten).
Zone 2
Center Forehead
The middle of the forehead, between the eyebrows, connects to the liver. Congestion and breakouts could be related to consumption of alcohol and rich foods or a food allergy (like lactose intolerance). Avoid eating late at night and cut back on the wine and cheese.
Zones 4 & 10
Ears
The ears connect to the kidneys. If they swell or feel hot, reduce inflammation by cutting down on the caffeine.
Zones 5 & 9
Cheeks
Your cheeks indicate respiratory issues. Smokers or those who are allergy-prone typically notice fine, broken capillaries and clogged pores. Quit smoking and begin an antihistamine regimen (if you're not on one already) to clear this congested area.
Zones 6 & 8
Eyes

The eyes, like the ears, connect to the kidneys. Diminish dark circles and brighten those peepers by drinking more water and streamlining your digestion.
Zone 7
Nose
Your nose indicates blood pressure. If it becomes red and abnormally inflamed, your blood pressure level is probably higher than usual.
Zone 12
Chin
Chin breakouts are regulated by hormones and tend to freak out before and after your period.
Zones 11 & 13
Corners of the mouth
The corners of your mouth connect to the ovaries, and often break out during menstruation.
Zone 14
Neck Area and Temples
Breakouts in the neck area and temples relate to adrenal stress. Our two adrenal glands, located above our kidneys, secrete vital hormones. If these glands function abnormally, you may feel sluggish and stressed throughout the day, and you could break out. Remember, the skin on your neck is just as important as your face, don't forget to take care of it! Annet King, Director of Training and Development for The International Dermal Institute (IDI), is both CIDESCO and CIBTAC certified with more than 18 years of skincare experience. She develops the extensive IDI curriculum, oversees the training of nearly 200 instructors worldwide and is recognized globally for her training abilities, and expertise all things skin and body.
Zones 1 & 3
Forehead
Traditionally, the forehead connects to your digestion. If you break out in this area, improve your elimination by drinking water and eating "whole" foods. You could possibly suffer from a food intolerance (like wheat or gluten).
Zone 2
Center Forehead

The middle of the forehead, between the eyebrows, connects to the liver. Congestion and breakouts could be related to consumption of alcohol and rich foods or a food allergy (like lactose intolerance). Avoid eating late at night and cut back on the wine and cheese.
Zones 4 & 10
Ears

The ears connect to the kidneys. If they swell or feel hot, reduce inflammation by cutting down on the caffeine.
Zones 5 & 9
Cheeks

Your cheeks indicate respiratory issues. Smokers or those who are allergy-prone typically notice fine, broken capillaries and clogged pores. Quit smoking and begin an antihistamine regimen (if you're not on one already) to clear this congested area.
Zones 6 & 8
Eyes

The eyes, like the ears, connect to the kidneys. Diminish dark circles and brighten those peepers by drinking more water and streamlining your digestion.
Zone 7
Nose

Your nose indicates blood pressure. If it becomes red and abnormally inflamed, your blood pressure level is probably higher than usual.
Zone 12
Chin

Chin breakouts are regulated by hormones and tend to freak out before and after your period.
Zones 11 & 13
Corners of the mouth

The corners of your mouth connect to the ovaries, and often break out during menstruation.
Zone 14
Neck Area and Temples

Breakouts in the neck area and temples relate to adrenal stress. Our two adrenal glands, located above our kidneys, secrete vital hormones. If these glands function abnormally, you may feel sluggish and stressed throughout the day, and you could break out. Remember, the skin on your neck is just as important as your face, don't forget to take care of it!

    Annet King, Director of Training and Development for The International Dermal Institute (IDI), is both CIDESCO and CIBTAC certified with more than 18 years of skincare experience. She develops the extensive IDI curriculum, oversees the training of nearly 200 instructors worldwide and is recognized globally for her training abilities, and expertise all things skin and body.