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ykon
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Sun Jan 04, 2004 6:47 pm  |
hello, im 18 and have had horrible acne since around 12 or 13. ive tried phisoderm and it didnt help any, so then i tried and some neutrogena stuff, nothing. i finally went to a demotologist and she gave me a benzoyl peroxide gel which didnt do much.. she then gave me something that started with a T and that burned but didnt help.. then i got minocycline or something like that... nothing. now she has me on retin a micro and benzoyl peroxide and it does nothing. so now i just up the doseage on both. my face is horribly dry. flaking. at night i have so much stuff on, i cant sleep from the burning.
naturally i have a really oily face... really oily. but with all this stuff, its dry dry dry. i sometimes use cetaphil lotion (as directed by demotoligist) and it removes the dryness, but then it gets really oily like normal
i wash my face about 9 times a day
never touching my face, if something or someone touches it, i wash it quickly.
still i have all these blackheads, whiteheads, pimples and all this stuff. on face/back/neck/ears. sometimes i get these weird things i cant explain, like balls under my skin.. very annoying. its all annoying. can someone recommend something i should use??
i read a lot on this site.. and i think im going to try proactiv... and someone was mentioning using herbal soap. i would like to try this "dermalogica" stuff... but its quiet expencive...
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Sun Jan 04, 2004 9:27 pm |
Hi there Ykon,
First off, acne is a problem that many of us have -- so you're not "ugly" in any sense . . . we can fight it together, okay?
I'm one of the people that use Proactiv Solution, and honestly -- it's worth a shot to try it. It's like $40 for the cleanser, toner, and acne medication lotion. I've used this product for nearly 8 years now and it's the one thing I swear by. I use Dermalogica and Yonka, as well, but those products really don't help my acne --I just like the smell of the products or the sensation they give me (ie: Dermalogica has a minty cleanser and I love the after-effect).
Anyway, I have a friend who has severe acne and Proactiv didn't work for her -- BUt I think it's because she didn't use it appropriately. From what it seems, you are very disciplined about your hygiene -- you wash your face if something touches it and you avoid touching your face with your hands. So in terms of cleanliness, you're perfect.
So here's what to do -- I would order Proactiv and use it for the 60 days. If it doesn't work, send the empty bottles back and they'll return your money, no questions asked. What can you lose? Just remember to be diligent and don't fret. Your acne may get worse the first few days (mine did) but that's just part of the cleansing process. Be sure to apply the cleanser to your face and massage all around for at least one minute. Apply the toner all over (including neck area), and apply the acne lotion all over . . . I sometimes use it as a spot treatment, but it's best to use it as a "lotion" and apply all over the face to treat all areas (ie: acne that is underneath the surface that you can't see).
Another thing: if your face gets dry, use a moisturizer that's not oil-based. I have oily skin like you and I learned that using all the benzoyl peroxide products dries out my skin so that my skin naturally produces MORE oil to compensate. After I started using a moisturizer regularly, the oiliness is actually UNDER CONTROL. So don't 'attack' your face with all this acne stuff -- it still needs some oil. I use Yonka's Pamplemousse for oily skin -- it's perfect for my skin. But essentially, all you need is a moisturizer that is light, with no oil, and non-comedogenic.
Okay, what else what else . . . the 2 month supply of Proactiv actually doesn't last me 2 months . . . but see how you use it. I wash my face 2-3 times a day so the product ends up being used a lot faster. I have personalized my shipment to 2 cleansers and 1 acne lotion. No toner. I have another toner that I use (and works well with the Proactiv solution) so I end up getting two cleansers (which is the most important part, I think) and one acne lotion. Now I've got a lot stocked up since they're automatically sent to me every two months.
Honestly, some people don't think Proactiv works for them -- you'll just have to find out for yourself if it works. It takes discipline, obviously, but it seems that you already have discipline. You just need the right product now. If Proactiv doesn't work, try Murad. I think Proactiv is mostly benzoyl peroxide while Murad has salicylic acid. Salicylic acid dries out my skin like you wouldn't believe so Murad never worked for me. But Proactiv Solution has done wonders for me. Ha ha, I sound like I work for them, don't I? But I'm a true believer in this product because I have SEEN the results on my skin.
Okay, feel free to ask more questions if you'd like. Dermalogica is a great line -- I highly recommend the Daily Microfoliant as an exfoliator. Proactiv Cleanser already has exfoliating beads in it but I love the Microfoliant . . . gives the skin an extra kick. I really can't tell you if the Dermalogica cleansers help with acne because I use Dermalogica IN CONJUNCTION with Proactiv. Therefore, I don't know whether my clear skin is a product of Dermalogica or a product of Proactiv. I'm sure Proactiv works -- I guess Dermalogica also works but I don't know to what degree. I can tell you that Dermalogica does not CAUSE acne though -- it's part of my "preventive" skincare . . . 
Overall, I would recommend trying Proactiv . . . it's the cheaper alternative at this point and really worth it if it works for your skin. If it doesn't work, I would go for Dermalogica and see how your skin reacts.
Skin care is a lot about trial and error to see what works for you. There are so many skin care lines because there are so many different types of skin! So I hope this reply (albeit somewhat long) helps you. Please post more questions as this forum is WONDERFUL with skin care. I love the people on this forum, and I hope that others will reply to give you an idea of your options.
Best of luck!
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Sat Jan 10, 2004 11:27 pm |
| You should try Epidermx. I no longer have acne, it is getting rid of my wrinkles, and diminishing my scars a lot. |
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Sun Jan 11, 2004 11:26 am |
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Hi Ykon,
Maybe the problem is you are overcleansing your face. I don't know if you literally wash your face 9 x's a day, or you just used that number to signify that you wash your face a lot. But I think that overcleansing can dry out your skin, and not allow it to be more resilient. I think 2 x's a day a.m. and p.m. is sufficient; 3 x's at most. I'm not a skin care expert or anything, but based on my experience, I've noticed that when I'm stressed, not taking vitamins, not sleeping enough, or not drinking water; my skin isn't clear. It takes time for your skin to heal and clear up, so be patient and good luck.  |
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Sun Jan 11, 2004 3:48 pm |
Hi Ykon,
I hope you have been able to get some help for your skin-- don't worry, all of us went through a phase of having problematic skin in our teens, it's just that this is when our body's hormones and oils are at their most active and it's part of growing up. Luckily, these hormones become more stable and calms down a lot more as we grow older.
I agree with Thoughtcrime that you may be overcleansing your face, nine times in a day is a little too much. The reason your skin may be so oily and reactive is that overcleansing 'tricks' it into believing that it is dry and so over-compensates by producing MORE oils to recover from the lost each time you remove it with the powerful products you have been prescribed. Our skin naturally produces oils to lubricate and protect it's surface. I learnt this fact from this forum.
If you feel more comfortable, you might like to contact the etheticians on EDS, like Caspers Mum or Magda, to ask for recommendations on the best products to help your skin. They are really knowledgeable and are the best!
Good luck and I hope your skin gets better!
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Caspers Mum
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Tue Jan 13, 2004 5:09 pm |
First of all, your blemishes are ugly, but I'm sure that your face is not. When one has acneic skin, however, this can sure put a damper on one's self-image. We are here to help!
First of all, it in NOT necessary to wash your face nine times a day. All you succeed in doing is stripping your skin (not to mention wasting your product). When you over-strip the skin, your skin will compensate by producing MORE oil! So ... let's limit your cleansing to twice a day!
Cetaphil, by the way, also comes in a newer formulation for n-oily/oily skin. Other gentle cleansing suggestions: Phytomer Purifying Cleansing Gel, Dermalogica Dermal Clay Cleanser, and Yonka Cleansing Gel.
Secondly, DO NOT use your prescribed skincare more than what has been directed!
 Unless you yourself have a pharmacy or medical degree and know what you're doing, you ought NOT be "tweaking" the amount of product you're using. No wonder your skin is dry and burning! What has been prescribed to you are DRUGS, and they're not to be used in any fashion other than that which your doctor has stipulated. Retin-A Micro is a form of Tretinoin, prescription strengthen retinol. This compromises the skin's moisture barrier, and will cause exfoliation. Using the b.p. combined will also dry out blemishes. You need something that will hydrate & protect your skin, that is non-oily. Here are a few suggestions: Phytomer Base Hydratant, MD Formulations Advanced Hydrating Gel, Decleor Aromaessence Ylang-Ylang Oil followed by Hydra-Matte Regulating Fluid. You should always be wearing an oil-free sunblock when using prescription-strengthen retinol: Peter Thomas Roth Ultra-Lite Oil Free Sunblock SPF 30.
And last, but not least, I am very surprised that your own doctor, ob/gyn, or dermatologist has not suggested the use of oral contraception (a.k.a. "the Pill") to help with your acne woes. When women, particularly teens, have hormonal fluctuations or over-active androgens, their skin can be a mess! The Pill helps regulate these fluctuations. Theoretically, any Pill can improve acne, but there are a few specific Pills that have most-successfully treated acne. "Alesse", Ortho "Tri-Cyclen" & "Cyclen". In Canada, some of Europe, and Australia, Berlex Pharmaceuticals manufactuers a Pill that is specifically for acne, poly-cyctic ovary syndrome, and excess oil production. In Canada, it is called "Diane-35", and though has all of the contraceptive benefits of other Pills, it is marketed as an anti-acne agent. (other countries, "Dianette"). See:www.diane.ca for more info. This Pill has not been approved by the FDA in the States. Another great website to check out:www.plannedparenthoodbc.org . This provides links to commonly asked questions about the use of the Pill to treat acne.
Depo Provera (progesterone injection) can also CAUSE acne in some women, so if you're considering using this or have used it ... probably not a good idea with your skin's condition.
Finally, be sure to keep all of your make-up brushes clean, and do not contaminate your make-up with bacteria. |
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Caspers Mum
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Thu Jan 22, 2004 4:00 pm |
http://www.diane.ca
Cyproterone acetate and ethinyl estradiol tablets
INDICATIONS AND CLINICAL USE
DIANE-35 (cyproterone acetate and ethinyl estradiol) is indicated for the treatment of women with severe acne, unresponsive to oral antibi-otic and other available treatments, with associated symptoms of andro-genization, including seborrhea and mild hirsutism.
Note: DIANE-35 should not be prescribed solely for its contraceptive properties. However, when taken as recommended (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION), DIANE-35 will provide reliable contraception in patients treated for the above clinical conditions. If patient compliance is uncertain and contraception is necessary, then a supplementary non-hormonal contraceptive method should be considered.
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khivey
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Sat Jan 24, 2004 4:30 pm |
I agree, it is not you it is the acne that is ugly.
I can tell you from experience...the oral medications your doctor is giving you....stop taking them. Sweetie your skin isn't reacting to them nor the benzoyl peroxide so using Proactiv (Sorry Lisa) is not going to be the answer. Also, Dermalogica is not going to help your acne either (i've tried that). But thanks for the tip on using it in conjunction Lisa..I'm gonna try that.
ANyways, I went through everything the dermatologists prescribed (xcept Accutane..don't use it). My skin responded well to all of them for as long as a year and a half. So if your face isn't responding to none of what you listed then you are just harming your body and skin using it and uping the dosage. Doctors don't know everything so remember that.
I'm not a doctor skin care specialist but because I have acne prone/oily skin I am going to just tell you what has reduced the severity of my breakouts...shoot I'm 23 and still getting them. Yes it can be very, very depressing. Especially when you clear up and then breakout...IT SUCKS
First I can recommend you take a close look at your diet. What are you eating? You may be allergic to some type of food and that could be it??? I don't know what your eating habits are, but examine what you consume a lot of and cut it out of your diet for about a month.....see what happens.
DO not wash your face more than two times a day (maybe 3X) you're just making it more oily:(. Clean & Clear has oil obsorbing cloths (I believe w/nothing on them) so just wipe your face whenever it feels dirty/oily.
Try a bi-weekly facial steam w/chamomile tea. Then wash your face.
Basically, you are going to need to get rid of all the products your currently have...write down the ingredients in each one first and then find you something that doesn't have the stuff in it that the products you have does.
You may wanna start taking some vitamin supplements b/c you may be deficient of some important vitamins ??? Pantothenic Acid (5mg daily) is a good one and a One A Day multi-vitamin.
You should try that Epidermx Microdermabrasion as well..I just read up on it and am considering purchasing it myself.
Like I said, I'm no doctor so these are just things to consider and maybe try.
I can tell you one thing...stop doing what you are doing now b/c it isn't doing anything....
Have a blessed day;) |
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Mon Jan 26, 2004 5:37 pm |
http://orthotricyclen.com/acne/acnehome.html
ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN is the #1 prescribed birth control pill and clinically proven to help your skin look better.
ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN is the first birth control pill that has been clinically proven to help reduce moderate acne and maintain clearer skin in women 15 or older, with no known medical reasons not to take oral contraceptives, who menstruate, want contraception and are not responsive to topical anti-acne medications.
Studies show that nearly 9 out of 10 women who took ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN saw improvements in their skin.
What makes ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN good for your skin? It lowers the levels of serum free-testosterone, the hormone that contributes to acne breakouts. Therefore, it may help your skin look its best without compromising its effectiveness in preventing pregnancy.
Acne generally appears after puberty when the body begins to produce the male hormone androgen in high levels. Androgen causes the sebaceous glands, located at the base of the skin's pores, to produce an overabundance of an oily substance called sebum, which clogs the pores and results in acne blemishes.
Most acne subsides with age as androgen production levels off. But some adults continue to have acne or first develop it in their 20's and 30's.
Hormone changes or imbalances may cause acne symptoms. It may be advisable to discuss concerns about acne symptoms with a gynecologist when considering birth control options, and to talk about birth control when discussing acne with a dermatologist. About one in four adults with acne consult a physician about the condition, according to a national survey.
Acne is the most common skin disorder in the United States, affecting more than 17 million adults.
According to a national consumer attitude survey, many people think acne is caused by diet, oily hair or failing to wash the face enough. In fact, hormonal imbalances and changes, stress and heredity are the major contributors to acne.
Acne is defined as whiteheads, blackheads, pimples and sometimes boil-like lesions or cysts that appear mostly on the face and sometimes on the neck, shoulders and back.
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Mon Jan 26, 2004 6:53 pm |
| I'm one of Ortho Try-Cyclen users and I'm very happy with it. |
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Thu Feb 12, 2004 9:37 am |
First of all, stop cleansing your face for more than twice a day, the problem with excessive cleansing is that it generates even more oil secretion from your skin, as you wash your face, you dry your face, and therefore your skin is wrongly informed of the dry skin that it needs to secret more oil to balance it, so stop washing your face too frequently. During the day when you feel that you skin is really oil, please use the facial oil blotting paper to absorb the surface oil, and that would be help.
Second of all, note that if you scrub your face too much as you are washing your face. Be gentle and never apply force.
Then, I would recommend skin products specifically designed for acnetic skins. Dont use trials on your face.. seek for advice from dermological doctors for the advice, if you have real serious problem, you may need medication, but not just the skin products ~
I hope you develop confidence for yourself and not focus only on your face! The acne problem may only due to your growth at your age (hormones).. they may go away later. |
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ksjordan
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Sat Feb 14, 2004 11:14 pm |
| hi ykon--i definitely have to agree with other posts that you are washing your face far too often. but i understand where you are coming from as i battled acne until i was 29. it was then i discovered that my acne was mainly an allergic reaction to dairy and artificial sweeteners. whenever i would eat these products i would develop breakouts. i understand that this is not uncommon at all. so you really do need to examine your diet. remember that the skin is the body's largest organ. i've also heard that zinc supplements can help clear up acne. then, i would look at using mild cleansing products, not harsh cleansers. your face may now be reacting to this extremely harsh products. i hope this helps!! |
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Tue Feb 24, 2004 10:04 pm |
| for oily prone facial skin, washing 3 times a day is a maximum since it dries the skin... when skin is dry, the skin acts up to re-condition the skin by secreting oil when then makes ur skin more oilier and then bacteria will clog your pores which results in primary pimple. then if u dont take care of it right away the pimple becomes worse... the aftermath of the pimples result in melasma or acne marks which is really hard to take care of, harder than treating ur acne/pimples to become flat. maybe the products you were using had significant allergic reactions to your skin... when your skin isnt used to so much chemicals/ or ingredients, it gets RASHES.. rashes tend to make you scratch them... by scratching them, you give yourself more chances of having acne/pimple because ur hands and fingernails are loaded with bacteria that can start pimples. the simples rules when u have this acne problem is always keep your hands CLEAN, and try not to touch the face. also, when u run your face onto substances like clothe, make sure its clean and wasnt dropped to the floor... most acne medications will make your face have more pimpls. this is because of the reactions of your skin to the medication.. the pimples that were supposed to surface to the skin will then surface FASTER because the medication... because of this, the faster u will loose your pimples and treat them.. the first weeks of usage of the medications (any type) it seems that ur face has gone worse which really hasnt at all... by the way, have you tried PRO ACTIVE? i have tried it but i know that different people have different reactions towards it. it might work for you. lastly, try to wash your face with an anti bacterial acne prone skin. may i recommend MURAD clarifying wash... when you dry your skin, dont be too harsh because if u do, the pimples will get irritated thus making it worse and possibly darkening them... more tips on the way. |
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Thu Mar 04, 2004 5:43 pm |
Hi Ykon,
Please do not feel left out! So many of us have such problems (me included). I am 19 and I have pretty much tried all as well Differin, BP, Salicylic Acid, Retin-A, the pill, etc.
It may be a hormonal imbalance that is causing all of this (I have hypothyroidism, and that was part of the reason why I broke out). You can take a blood test to see if you have any imbalances.
Also, it may be the fact that you are stressing sooo much about it...I know, it gets the best of us (WHY ME?!?!) but just relax! Like I said before, you are not the only one with this problem, and you shouldn't feel like you are--we are all here for you.
Have you tried using Glycolic Acid? It is one of the best AHA's for acne - try MD Formulations Glycare Gel (5%) for a start and move on up to MD Formulations Glycare Lotion (10%).
Also, have you tried a weaker form of Retin-A? I know this sounds strange, but stronger is not always better--weaker Retin-A might not irritate your skin as much. When you dry out your face like that, the only way for it to react is to freak out and produce a whole bunch of oil to properly heal the dry skin. Please, please, do not wash your face so often--I too had once fallen victim to that--but it only worsens the problem--go down to 2-3 times.
I have just started using the MD Glycare Gel in the morning and the Retin-A at night. I also use MD Formulations Adv. Hydrating Complex Gel for moisture--it does not clog pores. My face is cleaning up slowly, but only time can tell. I have yet to find the perfect moisturizing non-greasy anti-wrinkle cream with sunblock--if it were so easy!
Oh yes, also, there is some good information on acne/products at this sitewww.skinbiology.com...Look through some of the chapters on the bottom (esp. the one on expensive products)...Hope it helps |
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Fri Mar 05, 2004 2:42 pm |
Hi...I hope your head isn't swirling too much with all of the helpful advice...but isn't it nice that there are others out there to help you when needed
My question to you is...when you wash your face, are you reusing the same washcloth? what are you exactly using against your skin when cleansing it? |
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Mon Mar 15, 2004 5:13 pm |
| The Murad acne line is great for people who have tried everything. It addresses different forms of skin conditions such as Roseacea (sp) as well as postules that look like acne but really aren't and get worse when treated like acne. A friend of mine had Roseacea and the Murad line calmed it way down so he doesn't look red anymore. |
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Mon Mar 15, 2004 6:55 pm |
GOKA "I have yet to find the perfect moisturizing non-greasy anti-wrinkle cream with sunblock--if it were so easy!"
Guess what I heard people on an acne board saying eucerin anti wrinkle spf 15 sunblock worked wonders for them and it moisturized their skin. If you go to drugstore dot com they have gotten good reveiws!
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Tue Mar 16, 2004 9:00 am |
| Just Me - Oh my goodness, I need some!!!!! It is great to hear of it, as I know it won't be so expensive that I will be kicking myself in the butt for trying it. It is so hard to find good quality products these days for a good price...I know they're out there though...(at least I hope so)... |
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Fri Jun 11, 2004 7:35 pm |
Ykon, every one on this board is right. I to have battled with acne since I was 12 years and now in my early 40 (yes early) anyways later in life you will experience different products and love one for about a year or so then something else will come your way. I am using a variety of items including Murad and recently stopped using Pro Active. (Love the Cleanser). OH, definitely watch your intake of Junk foods. I didn’t learn till later in life  now look I'm trying to clean it up, it's cost me dearly $$. Well I hope you get blessed with the right products and don't forget to take your vitamins. (They definitely help too. |
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Tue Jun 15, 2004 6:30 pm |
"I went through everything the dermatologists prescribed (xcept Accutane..don't use it)."
It bothers me to see someone giving medical advice on an internet forum. No offense, but i don't think it is appropriate to recommend, or recommend against, any type of medication. There is crappy, horrible acne, and then there is cystic acne. The type of acne where single pimples seize to become identifiable because they've grown so large they become adjouned to other cysts forming large, bleeding masses of puss that easily cover many square inches of the face . . . and neck . . . and back. It is a good day when you wake up and do not have blood spots the size of quarters on your pillow. Accutane, in the most real sense, saved my life. I went through doctor after doctor seeking a solution, and have the scars to prove it. Accutane is a valuable weapon for the dermatologist, and only he/she can determine whether it is warranted in a particular case. |
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Tue Jun 15, 2004 7:04 pm |
Dear Ykon, you may want to try Origins products(www.origins.com ). Email them and ask them which products that they recommend for acne problems. My brother used to have bad acne problems and he used their toner and moisturizer which quickly helped to control his acne breakouts. I love their products because their products are very natural and most appear to work really well.
Also, for fading acne blemishes, try Godiva Licorice Cream and Godiva Fruit Acid Complex. These products should fade your acne blemishes within 2 weeks.
What I have noticed is that exfoliating skin gently occasionally also helps to prevent acne breakouts. Therefore, try ordering a good but gentle skin exfoliating cream. Godiva Fruit Acid Complex is a good skin peeling cream.
Finally, from my own experience, I tend to breakout more when I use soaps that contain unnecessary ingredients, including soaps made for acne skin. Therefore, you may consider using pure regular soaps such as Ivory Soap. I emphasize using a good soap because I think that cleansing your skin well is one of the most important ways to prevent acne. Good luck! |
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Wed Jun 30, 2004 8:13 pm |
I am so sorry to hear about your acne troubles. My sister had really awful cystic acne for years. She tried everything including ProActiv. It did not work for her. I've read that these products contain alchohol, which can be drying to the face, but ineffective for acne.
My sister tried Serious Skin Care which is sold on the home shopping channels in Canada and the US. It completely cleared up her face!! On her suggestion, I also tried it, and it did wonders for me as well. I would suggest you try their acne line to start. You will be amazed at the results.
One of the best lessons I learned from this line, is that I was so concerned about drying up my acne that I ignored my skin. Basically, my skin was so dehydrated from all of the acne stuff I was putting on my face that I couldn't even apply foundation because of the flakyness. I was afraid to use any type of moisturizer for fear of adding oil to my skin. I learned that not all oils are bad for skin, even acneaic skin. You have to find the best products for you.
Now that my acne has cleared, I actually use products for dry and dehydrated skin but am really careful they don't contain known irritants. And I always use a Benzoyl Peroxide product like the ones from Oxy.
One last recommendation is a book called 'Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me' by Paula Begoin. While I don't follow all of her product advice - many of the products I use were not highly rated by her - I pay close attention to the ingredient list in each product and whether these are known irritants. You will be surprised at what you read.
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Thu Jul 01, 2004 3:22 am |
Hi Ykon
Don't fret - millions of people worldwide suffer from acne problem. I had raging acne for years, it made my face 'puffy/swollen,' red, & quite disfigured. My actual skin was barely visible 'coz the acne had covered every inch of my face. Anyway, coming to the point, how did I get rid of it? Since several people here have offered their suggestions, I will keep mine short.
(i) Several derms recommended the same things - benzoyl peroxide, harsh cleansers, retin-A, Acutane, other antibiotics..... I tried everything they gave except Acutane & Retin-A (I have sensitive skin & didn't want to take Acutane).
(ii) A friend suggested my problem might be hormonal & bingo - my gynec. prescribed Yasmin, a birth control that stabilized my hormones & totally removed my acne in abt. 7 months time. I'm happy
When I had severe acne, I also had frequent & painful periods & unusual hair growth on my face & body 
I later read tons of literature (e.g., pubmed) on the possible causes of acne - in most cases it is "hormonal imbalance" (men & women). This was also confirmed by my blood test. Ofcourse, heredity, stress, & bad diet might aggravate every health issue we can possible imagine.
While I'm not suggesting u take birth control, I would suggest u see a gynec. It helped me & my sister a lot. Hope it helps u as well. take care & be |
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