Ane prevention is always better then searching for a cure. No matter how many creams, herbs, or other products hit the market, nothing will make your skin look better then never having acne to begin with. It's difficult because some people have clearer skin then others, despite doing all of these things, a much clearer complexion is certainly possible if you can maintain control over all of the following items.

1. Don't wear too much makeup

This of course, ties in to number one above, but most teenage girls and women are not willing to go without any makeup at all. If you must wear makeup, keep it as light as possible. Layers of makeup prevent your skin cells from getting the oxygen they need, leading to dry, flaky skin, and giving acne a good place to take hold. So remember, none is best, but if you must, wear as little as possible.

2. Eat well

Again, this is a fairly well known way to prevent acne breakouts, but it is often ignored or forgotten about. Sweets, sugary foods, and anything with chocolate seems to intensify acne breakouts. Simply paying attention to what goes into your mouth each day, and sticking to a well balanced diets, with a healthy amount of fruits and vegetables, is another way to minimize acne, or even eliminate it altogether.

4. Keep your skin in good condition

It seems oh so simple, yet many people (especially teens) have a lot of trouble with this one. Dirt works its way into your pores and will often resurface as a skin eruption, and putting acne cream on a dirty face won't help, because it (literally) isn't getting to the root of the problem. Make sure you keep your skin (especially your face) clean and healthy. Use a good facial soap if possible, and avoid using any lotions or creams except those design to help fight acne.

4. Use the right shampoo

Okay, this may be the first one that is a little bit out of the common sense realm, but hear me out. For people who don't struggle with acne on other parts of their body, they will still have to deal with breakouts on their forehead. Most people who have acne only in this area will notice that their forehead is very oily, most all of the time. This may be caused by oil buildup in your hair, which is often the result of using the wrong kind of shampoo! Try to find a shampoo that leaves your hair dry and light, and doesn't leave an oily residue behind. This might be just what you were looking for.

5. Get a good night's sleep

Finally, never ever underestimate the healing, restorative power of a good night's sleep. The daily stress of life and living puts a tremendous strain on your body. A consistent lack of sleep prevents the body's immune system from operating at its peak capacity. Over time, this can create a very unhealthy body for you to have to live in. Be sure to go to bed early if possible, and get a good, full night of sleep. The amount of time you should sleep varies from person to person, but for a majority of us, it is 7-8 hours a night.