Acne Guru Danielle Gronich knows a thing or two about acne breakout dos and donts.

Here are her biggest tips when dealing with one.

3 acne breakout donts from a skin expert

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Theres a real reason why this is the cardinal rule when it comes to breaking out.

When we touch our face, were streaking oils from one part of the body to another.

This can lead to clogged pores and in turn, an outbreak of acne.

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CEO and co-founder of CLEARSTEM Skincare

When breaking out, remove all dietary triggers like dairy and whey protein immediately, she says.

Whey and casein are the proteins in milk that stimulate growth in calves and humans when we drink them.

Within this protein, ahormone called IGF-1is released, which is known to trigger breakouts.

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When it comes to a clear complexion, though, you cant underestimate the power of thegut-acne connection.

Avoid high amounts of vitamin D, B12,biotin, and zinc, she says.

Instead, she suggests incorporating liquidsilica.

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The main things that affect acne arepore-clogging ingredients, she says.

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Black hair woman wearing a grey and white bra giving herself a deep cleansing session with a face brush and Gatineau skincare face wash lotion, after her shower. Studio skincare portrait over isolated background.

CEO and co-founder of CLEARSTEM Skincare

A curvy woman applying cleansing balms and smiling to her reflection in the mirror.

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