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Discussion: Acne
Member Since: 1/3/2014
Posts: 18,157
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Had it since I was 12. Tried proactive (it was ****), that oil-less thing from Neutrogena (got an allergic reaction), and a lot more. I got irritated with it as time went on, now I'm just like, IDGAF anymore. One time i had a huge zit on my nose and went it popped, it was bleeding like a mutha, that experience I definitely remember.
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Member Since: 8/19/2013
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I took accutane for 7 months and my skin cleared up. I then took a 2 month break and then went on a second round of accutane which I'm on right now and my skin hasn't looked better. It also controls oil for me. If I were you I would invest in a Clarisonic because it is truly something I cannot live without. It makes my face smooth everyday and it helps your moisturizer or whatever cleanser you use work more effectively and cleanse your pores. The Clarisonic is like a mild exfoliater and is perfect for eliminating blackheads. Don't forget to use sunscreen everyday.
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Member Since: 3/15/2013
Posts: 4,235
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I stop taking any dairy product . hormonal acne is one of the most painful acne that occur under your meat, skin, epidermis, dermis, oil glands , hormonal acne. That's how dangerous and allergic I am to dairy product
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Member Since: 1/25/2012
Posts: 44,884
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I used to have acne until I started using the exact skincare routine every single time twice a day and then it cleared up in about 2 months. I still get the occasional pimple here and there but my skin is clear and soft as a baby's bottom now.
I recommend using Paula's Choice products. Gentle yet effective. Also, products with salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide are best for acne. Salicylic acid goes deep in your skin and renews the skin (which renews every 20 days I think). It's more of a long term treatment. Whereas benzoyl peroxide kill the existing pimples on your face.
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Member Since: 1/25/2012
Posts: 44,884
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All the masks and **** are waste of money and time.
Just cleanse, exfoliate, topical treatment and then moisturizer (SPF 30 for the daytime).
Also remember to drink water (not lots as that is healthy but a normal amount) and clean your bed sheets 2x a week. Oh, and never touch your face unless your washing it or putting cream on.
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Member Since: 1/25/2012
Posts: 44,884
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Originally posted by hazuki
Anyone have roscea,and advice?
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If you never had rosacea but got it after you had acne then that may be a good sign. It is a sign that your acne is clearing up and is the post side effects of acne.
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Member Since: 1/4/2014
Posts: 3,495
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Never had acne, hope it stays that way.
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Member Since: 1/25/2012
Posts: 44,884
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Originally posted by ALΞX
I try my hardest to clean my face, and my pores on my nose always still look dirty.. I heard from someone that it may not actually be blackheads, but if you have a really oily skin that the oil in your pores will turn a darker color when oxygen hits it.. is this true?
Does anyone have any tips on how to get rid of the blackheads/dirty pores on my nose? I've tried everything. Nothing I do ever cleans them completely..
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Having blackheads doesn't mean you're dirty. it's trapped sebum stuck way inside your pores. Scrubs and stuff don't help with blackheads and they are probably the hardest to get rid of. Scrubs only scrape the top off. I recommend using a product with salicyclic acid such as a 2-9% BHA.
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Member Since: 8/17/2013
Posts: 6,565
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Thought this thread may need a bump
I've been put on another 2 months of Accutane the back pains are too much!
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Originally posted by Jberg
Never had acne, hope it stays that way.
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Member Since: 5/28/2011
Posts: 39,615
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Lord, it was the pits before. Last year, pimples always came up and were awful, mostly on my forehead (especially at my temples, but I could hide that with my hair) and the sides of my nose, though they just appeared everywhere. They got better this year, but still came up frequently. They were the worst this year about 3 weeks ago. My skin was absolutely flawless (I counted NONE in sight), and then I woke up the next day and they were just everywhere. I hid myself from the public for the entirety of spring break because of it.
They've gotten better since. Right now, my skin's probably at the best it's been since before I got into high school. I have a few around my right temple, but that's the most. Maybe one or two in other places, but they're fading fast and I'm happy.
I used to use the Clean & Clear acne plan thing they had (With the wash, then moisturizer and finally the spot treatment), but I only used it two nights in a row this year and it only helped a bit. Back when I was struggling, the only thing that made it better was the spot treatment, but after just a couple days of having mediocre skin, the biggest, reddest ones would show up, so I stopped using any pimple/acne remedies, and my skin's been fine.
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Member Since: 1/1/2014
Posts: 3,576
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eat healthier, cut out fast food & drink tons of water
it will definitely clear your face up.
& stop putting chemicals on your face... it only makes that **** worse. Use all natural products and cleansers.
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Member Since: 8/19/2013
Posts: 16,407
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G.U.YS try apple cider vinegar
do a 50:50 ratio with water to change to the acidity level, and apply on - it kills 99% bacteria with the right mixture AND balances the ph level of the skin.
i know acne can be hard but it manageable - good luck!
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Member Since: 1/1/2014
Posts: 11,383
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I wash my face twice a day and I'm currently on threatment against acne since 1 month ago
it's cleaner but it's no longer what it used to be
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Member Since: 3/6/2014
Posts: 13,097
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I've had mild acne for about a year now. I've been on a couple medications and they've helped but none of have made a huge difference. I'm going to my dermatologist next month to see if I should go on accutane and if I do hopefully my acne will be gone just in time for the summer
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Member Since: 8/19/2013
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Originally posted by Suga Mama
I took accutane for 7 months and my skin cleared up. I then took a 2 month break and then went on a second round of accutane which I'm on right now and my skin hasn't looked better. It also controls oil for me. If I were you I would invest in a Clarisonic because it is truly something I cannot live without. It makes my face smooth everyday and it helps your moisturizer or whatever cleanser you use work more effectively and cleanse your pores. The Clarisonic is like a mild exfoliater and is perfect for eliminating blackheads. Don't forget to use sunscreen everyday.
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I have that machine but not that gel, lemme go snatch some real quick.
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Member Since: 8/19/2013
Posts: 40,803
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My skin is clear most of the time
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Member Since: 8/2/2008
Posts: 22,610
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Member Since: 8/29/2011
Posts: 9,504
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Aquaphor is your best friend when you're on Accutane — buy some! I started using it for my lips during my course 11 years ago and I still use it today!
Accutane cleared my skin up completely and it's still totally clear all this time later. I still have oily skin, unfortunately.
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Member Since: 3/5/2014
Posts: 7,746
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Originally posted by LastKingVanity
eat healthier, cut out fast food & drink tons of water
it will definitely clear your face up.
& stop putting chemicals on your face... it only makes that **** worse. Use all natural products and cleansers.
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It's a common misconception that diet affects your skin on a level that is large enough to cause intense acne. According to every dermatologist I went to as a teen, acne isn't affected by diet.
I was on Accutane when I was younger and it ****ed up my liver. I had to have half of it removed. It still worked, though.
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Member Since: 8/29/2011
Posts: 9,504
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Originally posted by Jae
Thought this thread may need a bump
I've been put on another 2 months of Accutane the back pains are too much!
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oops just saw this — you definitely need Aquaphor, then! I think my course was only 4 or 5 months, but I kinda wish I would've gone on another course afterwards because I heard it can help to more permanently shrink your oil glands.
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