Skin Care

Guide to pimple treatment and prevention

Acne during formative years can leave lasting scars, and I'm not strictly referring to physical scars. If you've never been called "pizza face" or been told your face "exploded," you may question my philosophy, but for all those teens out there suffering from poor self-image, there is hope.

Although I'm not an advocate of drugs, if you have a severe case of acne, you may want to consult a dermatologist for medical treatment. As tempting as it is to self-diagnose and jump online, I strongly discourage you from doing so. A lot of online drug companies use improper doses and are not regulated by the FDA.

Some drugs can have severe side effects. One of the most popular anti-acne medications, isotretinoin, can cause severe birth defects, and woman are required to use two forms of birth control while ingesting this medication.

Other treatments, such as oral contraceptives (the pill), have been shown to clear up acne. Injections might also be used, and surgery can treat extreme cases of acne.

If you suffer from occasional flare-ups, there is help for you, too. By establishing a daily skin care regimen, you can usually prevent pimples before they form. Choose a mild cleanser. Growing up, I chose gritty cleansers because I was convinced that the harder I scrubbed, the more grit I would remove. My plan backfired. Scrubbing leads to skin agitation, which means more breakouts.

Once you find an effective cleanser, choose a toner. Toner sops up excess oil, which is prevalent in teenagers, and also rids your skin of excess cleanser that you may not have washed off. Top your skin off with a moisturizer to hydrate your skin. If your moisturizer does not contain SPF, make sure to apply sunscreen religiously. Contrary to popular belief, although the sun may temporarily dry up pimples, the dryness and damage excess exposure creates leads to more skin problems in the long run.

For spot treatment, I use Origins Spot Remover. Most skin care lines have a similar product that you dab directly on the imperfection. Within days, your pimple should clear up. In the meantime, dab a small amount of concealer over your pimple if you are sensitive.

Getting rid of pimples forever is unrealistic, but there are some tips for reducing your breakouts:

Although acne can be a sensitive subject, it usually clears up throughout your teenage years. With careful monitoring and proper treatment, you can lessen the often-painful side effects of severe acne.

By Molly Carter
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I like the idea of using Vinegar and Honey to rub on my skin...then shower and dry and apply a soft lotion...My feet were burning and itiching and I applied Vinegar , washed it off and applied cream...they are so soft and no more itiching and burning
Posted on 5/17/2013 10:06:00 AM by Anonymous
I'M 45 AND I JUST BROKE OUT WITH THE BUMPS OR PIMPLES ON MY SCALP WHAT IS IT
Posted on 5/15/2013 9:04:00 AM by Anonymous
i use listerine and it does help/
Posted on 4/27/2013 5:01:00 PM by Anonymous
I have no idea if this will help anyone, first off acne for girls and women can be caused by our hormones but sometimes it get's infected. Now I have used Triple antibiotic lotion at night for several nights with some good results and I have used Bactroban with good results... And if all else fails go to the doctor and sometimes an internal antibiotic is what's needed for a spell. I really do not believe in a lot of the stuff on the shelves however the good old standards like Peroxide and Alcohol or Witch Hazel well I think we all forget about the old standards sometimes. They are cheep and they helped me through my High School years. However I did use a lot of peroxide and actually bleached my eyebrows. Just saying. Take care everyone, we've all been there. :) Dorthy Rainbow
Posted on 3/12/2013 11:24:00 AM by Anonymous
this doesnt make any sense!!!!! BOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!! thumbs DOWN!!!!! :-(
Posted on 1/21/2013 7:22:00 PM by Anonymous
READ THE BOOK, "THE ACNE CURE" AND DO EXACTLY WHAT IT SAYS IN THE BOOK. at night: wash with 2% salicylic acid and leave on for 10 minutes, rinse off. Then rub your entire face with ice. Get your face really cold. Then put benzoyl peroxide (at least 2.5%) that you have stored in the fridge, on your face. Then put an ice pack on your face (with the benzoyl peroxide on) for at least 10 minutes. Sleep with this on your face. In the morning-wash off benzoyl peroxide, then apply salicylic acid again for 5 mintues, then rinse, then put glycolic acid 8% ( had to order this online) and leave on all day. face wil dry out so you may have to use benz perox one night and the salicylic acid the next night. If you use proactive you must check the ingredients for strength, it is not strong enough for moderate to severe acne, unless you order some of the items individually, again, check the ingredients. Orthotricyline and antibiotcs work too, but do not use both if you are sexually active and trying NOT to get pregnant. Hoping all our acne disappears.
Posted on 1/20/2013 7:34:00 PM by Anonymous
help me
Posted on 1/17/2013 5:40:00 PM by Anonymous
i am sensitive and i want to fit in with others but i luv the 80's style
Posted on 1/17/2013 5:39:00 PM by Anonymous
I am 50 years old and have recently began breaking out on my back and back shoulders. It starts out as whiteheads and then turn red and do not go away nonless I scratch it then it takes a while to go away leaving dark spots. At night it burns sometimes. What could it be and how can I stop it from continuing. Please help.
Posted on 1/16/2013 6:14:00 PM by Anonymous
Just rememeber, there are many people who have acne, and obsessing about your tiny belemish doesn't help. If you don't worry about them, people won't notice it as much as they would if you kept playing with it. However, acne is annoying, can be a distraction to your face, and cause scarring. Talk to your dermatologist. For moderate acne, my dermatologist suggested using a twice daily facewash such as Neutrogena Deep Clean cleanser. Then, after you wash for the first time in the morning, use a moisterizer such as CeraVe A.M. Moisterizer.
Posted on 1/3/2013 5:58:00 PM by Anonymous
To the 13 year old with bad acne, try proactive it really works.
Posted on 12/25/2012 7:01:00 PM by Anonymous
i have a thick scabe in my scalp. i have not a clue as to wht it could be. I do know tht my hair was permed & dyed about 6-7 months ago and thts when they seemed to have come about it really dont itch but its irritating just knowing its there.I've tried sea breeze oils, etc.. nothing is working plz help
Posted on 12/18/2012 3:16:00 PM by Anonymous
im 13 and i have really bad acne ive tried every thing but nothing works got advice?
Posted on 12/16/2012 11:13:00 AM by Anonymous
Recomended face creams: clean and clear face wash, desistin, aunt hellen mask Homemade mask: ingredients: pure natural honey, spoon, bowl, milk. mix 2 spoons of honey in a bowl then add one fourth of milk. MIX!!!! by- kassnarda
Posted on 12/8/2012 6:01:00 PM by Anonymous
kassandra here again- well you guys should not feel insecure about yourself. Everyone is going to get pimples, but ive told you that pimples will have moments where they appear and disappear. You may want to try any mosturizing anti acne homemade masks. You can try mixing a egg and lemon use in a bowl , so then massage.please leave your questions below!!!
Posted on 12/8/2012 5:49:00 PM by Anonymous
I am not a doctor ,but i what i do know is that popping your pimples may leave scars for life or even skin marks. The best thing to do is use proactive or any antiacne creams.You can also make homemade masks to mosturize your skin and protect it from any excess oil. Don´t worry if pimples if you use face creams and your pimples are not healed, it is because of hormones producing. oh and do not forget to eat healthy eat as much fruits as you can avoid: chips, sodas, juice, and cookies. You can eat chips or any other dessert once a week. if you have any other question leave them below and i will answer. Oh by the way my name is kassandra
Posted on 12/8/2012 1:42:00 PM by Anonymous
Some people say popping pimples may affect your face. But i think the main thing to do is to use anti- acne creams and maybe wash our face daily.
Posted on 12/8/2012 1:33:00 PM by Anonymous
What are some meals that would help me with my acne diet or something like that???????
Posted on 11/10/2012 12:42:00 PM by Anonymous
acne can make u ensecure sumtimes and it sucks!!! i kno th feeling.and i started dating this boy named justin and he has acne 2 but i got it worse. lets face it acne sucks!! next time u go 2 ur docter ask them 2 check ur skin and wash ur face daily!
Posted on 11/10/2012 10:05:00 AM by Anonymous
ok im only 12yrs old and ive got acne all over me , even back acne ,and i hav had pimples forever!!!! i cant remember th last time i had a clear face plz HELP ME!!!!
Posted on 11/10/2012 9:54:00 AM by Anonymous
i got one zit please help
Posted on 9/12/2012 9:37:00 PM by Anonymous
Round itchy marks are sometimes ringworm a FUNGAL infection of the skin that can be treated with over the counter creams it does take about a week, ask your pharmacist to help you.
Posted on 8/21/2012 2:44:00 AM by Anonymous
Have you tried Hibiclens? It worked for me!!! Good Luck!!!
Posted on 8/20/2012 6:13:00 PM by Anonymous
I have round itchy marks that sometimes it gets really itchy on my face n body, I tried antibiotic neosporin n sum other itchy medications and it still didn't go away. Now it looks like scar on my face but then it always comes back. Its embarrasing especially when there very seeable in public. Other issue is that I have breakouts on my face totally. I have tried using proactice solution before they occur on my face so I stopped using the product cause it was making the itchy round looking spots on my face flare up n gets very itchy, and now I'm breaking out baddly. Please help me cure these issues.
Posted on 8/1/2012 9:17:00 PM by Anonymous
my nose is nearly covered by pimples please help
Posted on 2/24/2012 7:33:00 AM by Anonymous
im so greatfull for my perfect clear skin
Posted on 9/11/2011 5:36:00 PM by Anonymous
My skin is so dry I have red patches all over my face I've been putting face lotion on like every ten minutes and it's not going away and I go back to school tomorrow. please help me!!!!!
Posted on 8/10/2010 4:00:00 PM by Anonymous
i have rlly bad acne and i hate it, when i look at myself i dont think im pretty and now my acne is getting worse :( any ways 2 get rid of it 4ever?! HELP!
Posted on 8/5/2010 6:24:00 PM by Anonymous
I have tried everything including proactive, exposed,murad, and clearpores, none of them work!!! THE BEST TREATMENT FOR ACNE IS HYDROGEN PEROXIDE!!! Use a gentle scent free face wash and follow it with hydrogen peroxide as a toner. I also use an oil free scent free moisturizer. My face has never looked so clear. I have also been drinking lots of water to help detox my skin. Good luck, hope this was helpful, plus its only $1.00 a bottle.
Posted on 7/28/2010 12:08:00 AM by Anonymous
im11 and i have brooken out on my for head, my cheeks, my chin, and neer my eyes i don't know what to do and it makes me feel ensecure plz help
Posted on 7/22/2010 3:25:00 PM by Anonymous
Thank you ! (: i dont know if this will work.. but i really do hope it does. I have acne and i realized that putting make up on over it just makes it much much worse ! I used Loreal Prais face wash and it makes my face VERY oily. I have a very healthy teen diet. But i do happen to touch my face a lot. I will try everything you said here. In about 2 weeks i will come back and tell my results. Thank you for sharing this. (:
Posted on 7/9/2010 3:11:00 PM by Anonymous
I have tried many pruducts and still cant get a clear face.. it seems some of the pruducts ive used have made more of a problem then anything.. What is the best pruduct to deal with acne
Posted on 6/29/2010 1:09:00 PM by Anonymous
I think different treatments work for different people...Murad was a miracle for me. However, I tried all sorts of things prior to Murad including ProActiv, prescription pills, and cremes from the dermatologist.
Posted on 4/5/2010 9:13:00 PM by Anonymous
For the person who's 2.5 year old child has broken out, I would first suggest to consult your pediatrictian. My son was breaking out on his hands and cheeks around that age. His hands looked like an extra layer of skin with dryness and bumps and his cheeks were dry and cracked. I used hydocortizone cream and/or gel. The doctor said it was extreme dry skin and just continue to use it and it would clear up over time and it did. I put it on his hands and face at least twice a day and everytime he washed his hands as much as possible. It cleared up beautifully and I could finally see my baby's beautlful soft skin again. Also it never hurts to do your own research and look up hollistic and herbal remedies.
Posted on 3/28/2010 11:39:00 PM by Anonymous
ugh
Posted on 3/27/2010 9:45:00 PM by Anonymous
this is gay i hate ance
Posted on 3/15/2010 3:49:00 PM by Anonymous
I hate my pimples :(
Posted on 3/10/2010 8:32:00 PM by Anonymous
Birth control pills such as Yaz, Yasmine or otho-tricycline (sp?) are proven to work. My niece is a nurse and did tons of research on acne. She uses Yasmine and has beautiful skin. Dr. Redmond in New York is also very helpful, expensive but helpful. Acne is a hormone imbalance in most cases. I also have my teen daughter on birth control as I think it is a safe, effective treatment and her skin looks wonderful!
Posted on 3/4/2010 3:55:00 AM by Anonymous
so many things like proactiv and clean and clear never work for me some times i just want to give up on zits once and forallllllll!!!!!!!!!!
Posted on 2/23/2010 5:51:00 PM by Anonymous
my zits hate me so i will try this! Heres Hopein
Posted on 2/23/2010 5:50:00 PM by Anonymous
I HATE pimples! I'm in grade 6 and I already have them my mom said that the sooner you get them the sooner they go away. I hope it is true! :)
Posted on 2/19/2010 3:39:00 PM by Anonymous
What about Oily skin? I have oly skin and I hate it what do I do?
Posted on 2/1/2010 9:36:00 PM by Anonymous
Acne can get in the way of everything whether it be boys, recreational activites, or just going to school. Who cares if kids make fun of you! What do they know? Especially if its a guy becuase that obviously means he likes you!! If your having problems with it, go to a dermatologist if its that bad!! The best thing though (that i've learned) is to not lean your head on your hands, on the cheek, or the chin. Thats where most of it starts. Another good thing thats cheap too is to just buy face wash and use it twice a day!! You cant expect to get rid of acne when you dont use something daily!! Well i hope you have found this usefull!!
Posted on 1/8/2010 12:05:00 AM by Anonymous
ok i used to have acne balgaerious, and its like a bacteria in your skin like literally in your body and nothing would help and i mean nothing!! like i was a pretty girl in the fifth grade with was when i started to get it plus i hit puberty early annnd my dad had reaaaaaaaaalllllllly bad acne as a kid and he still has scars. it got super bad in the sixth grade and everyone would call me proactive :( it hurt my fealings sooo much and everyone would make fun of me and be like "she would be pretty if she didnt have pimples" and im serious it was really bad. Even my best friend at the time said she didnt want my acne to go away or else i would be prettier :( and then she told my other friend "how to boys like her? she has acne" so finally i went to a dermontologist and a COUPLE months later it was gone! i had to be put on pills this anti biodic cream and another cream. Now its about 11 months later and im off the pills but im still on the creams...i always kinda pretty but now i think i AM pretty and feal so much better about myself.
Posted on 12/13/2009 1:24:00 PM by Anonymous
Anyone can help? I've been on holiday in Vancouver, Canada since 3 weeks ago and since last week my son (2.5 years old) has developed acnes (little bumps on the skin, the colour is just the skin colour) all over the exposed parts of the skin (hands, feet, fingers, toes, and face), particularly when he goes out, but since two days ago even when we are at home. The weather here (in Vancouver) is quite cold, but we’ve been indoors most of the time and the heater is always on keeping the indoor temperature around 20C. The acnes will disappear after a while but will be replaced by eczema. He does usually have eczema in Australia (where we live) but his eczema has never been bad since he's 1.5 years old. I have always used QV cream intensive (which is meant not to block pores) since he's a baby all over his body. He's never had this problem in Australia and we use this cream during summer and winter. Can anyone help? Do you think not using the QV cream will help prevent the acnes? Then how do I moisturise his skin because it's really dry here in Vancouver especially indoors? Also, how come the acnes are only on the exposed parts of the skin? Thanks.
Posted on 12/1/2009 1:38:00 PM by Anonymous
does skin id rilly work and how bout the murad thing i just really need to know what works ive had it since i was 10 and nothing works also a tip for gurls who where coverup it doesnt help in all reality it makes it work there is an anti irritate that in called menerals and its so light u can sleep in it and it coversup rilly good also if u have any tips email me @ suzie_schmid@yahoo.com
Posted on 11/23/2009 7:18:00 PM by Anonymous
fer the 27 year old that is married im 12 and have really bad and painful acne and what i have tried has helped it was clearesil and im still using it diligently wht have you tried that has made a difference i seriously am starting a list
Posted on 11/23/2009 6:57:00 PM by Anonymous
What types of surgery does it require? Also how long is the recovery?
Posted on 11/23/2009 6:28:00 PM by Anonymous
different things work for different people but there are the basics for controlling breakouts and they are listed above. Drinking water is very important, atleast a gallon a day. Faithfulness to acne medication as well, try to follow directions and times the best u can. I use tinted acne medication so my acne doesn't look that bad even when it is. It helps me fell better while the medication is doing it's job.
Posted on 11/5/2009 6:13:00 AM by Anonymous
I have acne spots/scars all over my face and it's fustrating. What should I use?
Posted on 10/30/2009 2:41:00 PM by Anonymous
hello;i am 27years old.iam married and i have two sons. first one is 7year old and second is 6years.my problum is big. i have always very painfull acne on my whole face.i used many products and i have done acne treatment in parlours but no any result please help meeeeeeeeeee;for godsay.
Posted on 10/2/2009 3:03:00 AM by Anonymous
Hey, im an 18yr old mother of a 1yr old lil girl, and still livin with my mom, i think most of my scne comes from the major stress i have on me. Ive tried alot of things, proactive, clear skin, acne free, natures cure, and many other things and nothing seems to work. I now even have my bf tryin to take care of my skin cuz i gave up on it, after it started getting worse on my chest face and back. If you have any ideas that could help me out with better ways to make the acne clear up fast and easy, please contact me. i_luv_blh@yahoo.com
Posted on 8/27/2009 3:43:00 PM by Anonymous
Hi I'm nineteen. I have never had a real problem with acne before except for a few blackheads on my nose and chine but I could keep those under control. Well, lately I have been getting these really bad nodules. This is my fifth one in 2 months. It starts out as a little bump then it just gets bigger and redder and I don't know how to get rid of them. In the past if I got one in just went away in a few days, but lately it takes over a week and it leaves a scar. This one doesn't seem to be getting any better. Any suggestions???
Posted on 8/6/2009 6:19:00 PM by Anonymous
my name is caroline and i have a ton of blackheads all over my nose they are sooo gross i want to know if there is a fast wat to get rid of them.
Posted on 7/27/2009 9:52:00 PM by Anonymous
I took isotretinoin, a pill that's probably the most effective acne treatment method their is - you can ask your dermatologist about it - but you basically have to try every other doctor proscribed acne treatment first - especially if your a girl (which I am not) because there is complications about pregnancy and stuff of that sort -but i didn't have to worry about that. you have to take monthly blood tests though- However in the end its definatley worth it-- you should look it up or ask- if its that bad
Posted on 7/16/2009 5:15:00 PM by Anonymous
if you have acne try cetaphil.its a daily facial cleanser.
Posted on 7/14/2009 2:47:00 AM by Anonymous
Nature's Cure works really good for acne. The problem with my face is i use a product it works really good then my face gets ammune to using this product and it starts to not work. So try Nature's Cure it honestly works very well!
Posted on 7/2/2009 10:55:00 AM by Anonymous
my forehead right now is full acne scars and some acne left, but it has been almost two years and it just seems like it can only get worse. proActiv doesn't work for me. and anything else has not helped one bit..it's making my life miserable. i want to hide all the time under my hair...
Posted on 6/30/2009 7:20:00 PM by Anonymous
i finally went to the dermatologist they gave me differin and omg it works soooooo good this is my first day using it and its already better
Posted on 6/20/2009 10:24:00 PM by Anonymous
Does skinID work? I am so desparate
Posted on 6/14/2009 3:28:00 PM by Anonymous
thankx thow are good tips
Posted on 6/4/2009 10:37:00 PM by Anonymous
thank you. i never thought about the pillow case.
Posted on 6/1/2009 11:49:00 AM by Anonymous
I have very oily skin so I use the Mary Kay oil control formula. So far it has been working very well. If you have oily skin, I would recommend something with salicilic acid to prevent the excess oil. Mary Kay has three steps in their formula. 1) cleanser 2)blemish control 3) oil control lotion - all mary kay products are for sensitive skin. if this formula is too harsh, just try formulas 1 or 2 for dry to normal skin.
Posted on 5/28/2009 3:13:00 AM by Anonymous
my lil girl is only 10 years old and we have been working on her ance but it just dont want to go away .we tried everything dat we could it look like it just dont help anything at all.the docter said that it will clear up wen she gets older now she is older and its not gone..........
Posted on 5/14/2009 9:58:00 PM by Anonymous
Purpose. You can get it at target, CVS, Walmart, Walgreens. It will make your skin healthy and beautiful again! At only 5 dollars your skin will start clearing up. I suffered from horrible black heads on my nose and now they are pretty much gone! My skin is beautiful again! Clean and Clear sensitive skin works well too. They both come in clear bottles, with a clear substance. Hope everything works out!
Posted on 5/10/2009 11:18:00 PM by Anonymous
help my acne is out of control please help contact me at princessedena@verizon.net
Posted on 5/9/2009 7:20:00 PM by Anonymous
Hi i am 26 years old i have body acne on my back an chest n legs i break out when i sweet the most what should i do nothing is clearing up
Posted on 5/9/2009 6:52:00 PM by Anonymous
Hi I am 29 years old i had a very terrible acne when i was teenager.I got a deep scars on my face and what i ganna do i am looking someone who really could help me i had a dermatologist before and she gave me a lot of medicine and i had a facial before but i stop because i don't get any improvement of my skin problem please help please send me a suggestion to my email address powerpuffgirl008@yahoo.com.
Posted on 5/4/2009 9:33:00 PM by Anonymous
hi i m 15 year old girl i have acne a problem. it is not that terrible but i want to remove them. sometimes my face gets so clear but after some time pimple appears so please HELP !!!!
Posted on 4/18/2009 11:46:00 AM by Anonymous
your great, really, thanks, this might seem like acne to some people, but to me, its life changing..
Posted on 4/11/2009 3:35:00 PM by Anonymous
ALSO GIRLS! if you use hairspray or other things on your hair, make sure that when you are applying it that your back is covered up by something. hair products are stcky and not good for ance at all. also, try wearing your hair up at night time.
Posted on 3/31/2009 10:22:00 PM by Anonymous
PS: do not put the vinegar on your face, BACK ONLY! your face is too sensitive where as you back has much tougher skin
Posted on 3/31/2009 10:16:00 PM by Anonymous
Girls and Boys BACK ACNE: get an empty perfume bottle, or spray bottle, wash it out very good, and pour white vinegar or apple cider vinegar in it. every night before bed spray it on your back and shower in the morning. your back is one of the dirtiest places on your body because it is so hard to wash. i suggest you get a stick sponge to wash your back with in the shower. Also, if you have a pimple you want to get rid of right away anywhere, simply apply a dab of toothpaste on it, and that will dry it right up! G.L, and try the vinegar, it works wonders!
Posted on 3/31/2009 10:14:00 PM by Anonymous
hi i have ordered the deluxe kit and i still havent recieved it can anyone help me in finding how to track the package
Posted on 3/24/2009 2:35:00 PM by Anonymous
i have really bad acne on my forehead and all over my face and i can't get rid of it. nothing works and i need to get rid of it fast. what should i try? i feel that is what everyone looks at when they look at me. HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted on 2/24/2009 6:08:00 PM by Anonymous
Ok so I am a 14 year old girl and I am taking Clean and Clear Advantage (from Arbonne) and it works good on my face... but i have acne on my chest and back, and since its winter i can't go outside and tan and tanning beds dont work for me... i need help and FAST!
Posted on 2/24/2009 4:48:00 PM by Anonymous
i'm a 12 year old girl and my acne won't go away, i've tried everything, i wash my face every night and i put on expensive acne treatments. BUT NOTHING WORKS! the acne treatments just dry out my skin and make the acne i have look worse. i can't remember the last time i didn't try to hide my face. HELP ME PLEASE!!!!
Posted on 2/21/2009 10:30:00 PM by Anonymous
im a modle from barbazon im 11 and already have pimples how can i clear it in two days cause i have a runway to do.
Posted on 2/17/2009 5:34:00 PM by Anonymous
I need cure for oily but real dry skin
Posted on 1/25/2009 8:14:00 AM by Anonymous
what is going on i need to eat healthy and drink water and be clean...too much work
Posted on 1/8/2009 6:41:00 PM by Anonymous
pimples can be sexy!
Posted on 12/30/2008 2:18:00 AM by Anonymous
What are some good home remodies for clearing up acne within two days?
Posted on 12/3/2008 10:13:00 AM by Anonymous
my face is dry when i apply makeup or just wash my face. when i pout on non oily cremes to make it better my face gets extreamly oily . what should i do ?
Posted on 12/1/2008 8:45:00 AM by Anonymous
My skin is dry and has a rash over 90% of my body. My face is red and seems very dry. I have picked at some of the fine bumps and they turn into small sores. I really would like to find someone who has an answer as to what this might be. I have had it for years.
Posted on 11/30/2008 1:07:00 AM by Anonymous
If you live in southern Ontario the esthetician is in London, at Body Benefits. Ask for the owner. I wish I could help you in person. But find an esthetician in the phone book , one that sells YonKa etc listed below. Or one that someone recommends, but she must be able to work on acne skin. Sorry I had not visited this site for a while. Take care. : )
Posted on 11/25/2008 4:05:00 PM by Anonymous
Hi again.... I wrote the comment below about my 16 yr old son. It was the esthetician (one who is expert with acne) who cleared up his very acne-prone skin. He went every 3 weeks for about 2-3 months, then about every 6 weeks. Now 9 months later he just goes every 3-4 months apart. ALso he takes Minocin and Vit A acid GEL 0.05% at night. Use the face products morning and night (listed below are ones our esthetician recommended and they also were essential to the amazing results). It may be costlly to do all this but I feel it is very worth it. It will make you a lot happier to clear up your skin, so even if you have to pay for these treatments from your earnings you will be glad you did. Good luck & best wishes. I hope things get better for you soon.
Posted on 11/25/2008 3:55:00 PM by Anonymous
im 16 yrs old and i have terrible acne. which ones best to treat acne: shoudl i go to a dermatologist??; should i just leave it like that and just drink plenty of water and eat nutritious foods; or should i go find some acne treatment in the store??? cos ive tried almost everything, i tried proactiv, vichy etc. and ever since ireally drink plenty of water, i eat apple everyday. and yet nothing seems to happen!!!! im so desperate on how to treat my face. so can you guys help meeeeeeee
Posted on 10/31/2008 12:32:00 AM by Anonymous
My 16 yr old son had terrible acne, blackheads even on cheeks. It may have been caused by wearing sunscreen that blocked the pores, plus just teenage hormones and active skin glands. The best thing we did was go to a very experienced esthetician. We got her name from the skin doctor my daughter had seen. None of the healing would have taken place without seeing the esthetician because she cleaned up his face by expert pore extraction, did steam & oxygen treatments etc about every 3 -4 weeks for the first four months. Sure it cost $75 per visit but it is well worth it. In addition she told him to stop using the store brand cleansers & toners and she sold us ones that finally worked. The cleanser is "Australian Bodycare brand skin wash" , toner is YonKa Lotion for normal to oily skin, day cream is "Guinot pure balance cream seboregulator". Twice a week mask is "Guinot absorbing exfoliating mask for oily skin Sebocidine". He is also on a low dose Minocycline from family dr, and vit A gel prescription put on at night. Again I emphasize you need to see an esthetician, a good one who can help with acne. We are so happy we did, and I couldn't beleive the improvement after only the first treatment and using new products for a week. Our family doctor's advice alone was not helping (Minocycline and vit a). In the end it is the esthetician who brought about the change. It was amazing for us to see the improvement. I'm glad I took the time to find the esthetician, and take my son there even though it is a long drive to another city to see her. We go on Friday afternoon, so that by Monday the redness from treatment has disappeared - a good idea to book a Friday appointment. I hope you will find someone to help you too. I know you can get looking better quite quickly by taking these steps. Good luck.
Posted on 10/30/2008 11:53:00 AM by Anonymous
ok. i ahve tried pretty much everything. can you give me so name brands ?
Posted on 10/29/2008 6:17:00 PM by Anonymous
Thanks for the warning about Minocycline. What is Z-pack and what is it used for?
Posted on 10/27/2008 9:39:00 PM by Anonymous
CAUTION: Minocycline has caused severe adverse reaction when combined with Z-pack including death
Posted on 10/24/2008 9:52:00 AM by Anonymous
Thanks! This was so helpful!
Posted on 10/4/2008 8:31:00 PM by Anonymous
I am a 32 year old woman, and still have acne. I am seeing a 3rd dermatologist now. I think that being a pimplehead is one thing that turns employers off. I can't get a job, due to other reasons. Having acne doesn't help. I have tried dermatological topicals. They don't help. Someone told me to try Murad. You apparently have to get online. It's expensive, but you have nothing to lose. I don't have the money to buy it. My seizure meds cause acne. I have to continue taking them.
Posted on 9/9/2008 8:02:00 PM by Anonymous
i am too ashamed to have acne , even my boy friend become very upset everytime we make love together. I tried almost all external medications but none of them worked. i don't want to take antibiotics cause i wanna get pregnant. I just got married, can any help me to clear up my acne? Jessica
Posted on 9/7/2008 5:44:00 PM by Anonymous
Thanks for the information!!!!!!
Posted on 9/3/2008 11:45:00 PM by Anonymous
thanks! i enjoyed the info.
Posted on 8/26/2008 9:29:00 PM by Anonymous
i have tried just about everything. if something works one way it doesn't the other. for example it either makes my face oily or to dry. i hope that the pillow case thing helps. i hade just started something new called Natures Cure (walmart) and it is looking helpful i have used it for only a while and i can see a difference.
Posted on 7/22/2008 4:36:00 PM by Anonymous
oh my god, i have tried EVERYTHING. even proactiv and jaklgjfdal;k NOTHING works! ive had stupid bacne and acne on my chest and shoulders for like a year now, i dont even remember when i last could wear a tank top =( help?
Posted on 7/8/2008 3:31:00 AM by Anonymous
k. i hope that changing my pillow case works. and by the way how often should i change my pillow case?
Posted on 6/12/2008 1:04:00 AM by Anonymous
I can't ever find a brand of face cleanser that works
Posted on 4/21/2008 11:23:00 PM by Anonymous
great thank u 4 the suggestions
Posted on 2/22/2008 12:46:00 PM by Anonymous