According to Chinese medicine, this is the area of the face that shows how well your body is eliminating toxins, so too much red meat, saturated fat and alcohol could be to blame.
Fruits have been said to be very good when dealing with the skin because of the richness they contain. Amongst all the fruits we know about, the most effective ones that can be used to clear acne are lemons and limes.
“But strangely spots in this area can also be caused by an allergy to nail varnish. Women tend to touch their chins a lot without realising, so they would never associate spots with the chemicals on their nails or hands.”
? Blitz those zits: Consider changing your moisturiser and foundation. Anti-ageing creams often contain retin-A, which can aggravate the skin. “Cracks and blemishes around the mouth can also signify a vitamin deficiency, such as vitamin C or iron,” says Dr Leslie. “A healthy diet is vital.”
“Women use a lot of hair products and these, along with sweat, can build up in the fringe area and cause spots on the forehead,” says Dr Tabi Leslie, consultant dermatologist in London’s Harley Street.
? Blitz those zits: Avoid the triggers for rosacea, including exposure to sunlight, alcohol, cold weather and spicy foods. Cutting back on dairy products can also help combat acne. You could also try applying a barrier cream between your skin and make-up. Kalme do an undercoat (£17, www.skinshop.co.uk), which desensitises the skin and should be applied 15 minutes before other products.
