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getfitsam2910
getfitsam2910 Posts: 44
edited January 19 in Social Groups
Is it normal to have breakouts when starting keto? I am on day 3 and my face is breaking out bad. Not sure if it's from the fats or what : (

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  • LauraDotts
    LauraDotts Posts: 732 Member
    The toxins in your skin are rising to the surface as your body is cleansing itself. You will notice a great improvement to your skin once the breakout is over. Drink lots of water.
  • chirpinggalaxy
    chirpinggalaxy Posts: 72
    My skin has always been horrible. Since going on this diet, it looks much, much better.

    TMI, but I'm even PMSing right now and only have a couple of zits, where before I'd have a full-on breakout.
  • gmansmom2
    gmansmom2 Posts: 201 Member
    It cleared my skin up. Hang in there. I agree with pp that you may just be flushing out the toxins. Make sure you are drinking LOTS of water - like 12 cups a day. That really helps flush everything out.
  • getfitsam2910
    getfitsam2910 Posts: 44
    Thanks everyone! I am drinking tons of water and it is starting to go away =]
  • IrishChik
    IrishChik Posts: 465 Member
    My skin is doing much better too, but it went through an adjustment period in the beginning.

    I am pretty sure its normal part of the change. Like everyone else mentioned, drink water, it will help your skin too!

    And don't forget, many people go through a "keto rash." It will clear up as well.
  • 366to266
    366to266 Posts: 473 Member
    Only just seen this thread.

    Have been wondering lately why I seem to be covered in small, dry patches of skin, and getting spots on my face, arms, legs, when I have never had spots in my life before.

    Also the palms of my hands are all scaly, itchy and flaking.
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