How can i get rid of my acne/zits?

Question

I am allergic to benzoyl peroxide, so please dont say proactiv, i have been trying to get rid of this for almost 3 yrs. plz helpppp!!!!!!

Answer 1

I am a Registered Nurse and I specialize in skin care and teen acne.

Your question is very broad and you need to get professional advice. I will explain why it's a broad question!

Your age plays a role! How old are you? Do you always have breakouts?

However, acne can result from several factors such an increase in hormone levels. In males testosterone or androgens. In females, androgens respectively. The increase in androgen levels can stimulate the oil glands to become enlarged and thus more oil production is produced. An increased oil production can clog the pores with oil or sebum ( white thick substance) which cause the cell walls of the pores in the skin to breakdown. This process allows bacteria to form and thus breakouts develop.

Genetics may also be a cause. It is a myth that greasy food or chocolate causes breakouts.

However, using make-up sponges that are not changed or washed often can contaminate the pores with bacteria which may develop into acneic breakouts.

If you are a teenager ( which I assume that you are) your hormones play a definite role in your breakouts.

If you have severe breakouts than you might need medication. There are many factors.

The most important thing is that you need products that are AGE APPROPRIATE! Every age group has different products appropriate for them. If you are young than you need milder products as to not dry out your beautiful young skin.

The problem with commercial skin products is that they are manufactured for MASSES OF PEOPLE and are not specifically made for different peoples' needs.

Your skin type is different than mine and your age differs from mine so how is it logical that we both use the same skin product for breakouts. We need different strengths of cleansers and toners. Do you kind of understand what I am getting at?

Here is my STRONG SUGGESTION for you. I refer all my students and patients to this website:

www.aboutyourskincare.com

You need to consult with professionals and on this website YOU CAN ASK QUESTIONS FOR FREE AND A SKIN EXPERT/PHYSICIAN WILL ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS. It would be a shame if you dont take advantage of this free service.

Lastly, they have incredible products for breakouts and they make them specifically for every kind of skin type. That means that if your breakouts are more severe than mine, than while we both will buy the same product yours will have stronger ingredients than mine will.

They have a mild glycolic acid cleanser that's great for your type of skin and also a DRYING LOTION ( I have 3 bottles) that you put directly on your breakouts and the next day it's gone. It's truely magic in a bottle.

A basic guideline for properly taking care of your skin is this ( now if you're a young girl you will need fewer products than this):

Night time:

1. Exfoliate the skin

2. Mild Glycolic Acid Cleanser

3. Mild Glycolic Acid Toner ( cleans off the excess debris and balances the PH level of the skin).

4. Drying Lotion used only on breakouts

5. Moisturizer

Morning:

1. Mild Glycolic Acid Cleanser

2. Moisturizing cream

The above is a standard you may need to only use one or two products. Visit: www.aboutyourskincare.com

As I suggested and click on the ASK FOR FREE section send them an email and you will get free expert skin care advice.

You can also read up on acne at: www.aboutacneproblems.blogspot.com

Good Luck to you,

Michelle

Answer 2

proactive work

Answer 3

Aww, ProActiv's the best too! :(

Anyway, here's my suggestion:

Drink lots and lots of water! It helps so much!

Cut back on sugary foods and soda.

Don't wash your face too often, but instead, when you're in the shower, gently massage your face with a soft loofa and some face-friendly soap.

DO NOT touch/mess around with your acne! You definitely don't want to end up scarring yourself.

Those are all I can think of and I hope it helps! :)

Answer 4

Em, seeing as you are allergic to Benzol Peroxide, you need to stay away from the vast majority of acne products as the majority contain this chemical compound.

While Boscia offers preservative-free products, the shelf life is quite short.

Give it a try and if you still haven't gotten rid of your acne/zits, visit the Volcanic Earth website and follow their acne treatment.

Alternatively, head straight to Volcanic Earth!

Answer 5

Drink lots of water, eat fish and vegetables and use Salycilic acid or however you spell it!

Answer 6

you know what... i had the same problem and right after i FINALLY got rid of them like in a week they would be back

then i tried nutragena acne control(sorry about the bad spelling)and after a week most of my acne is gone and now i am going for 2 weeks and its not expensive either(i got it at wal-mart for about 4$) and dont worry it doesnt have benzoyl peroxide

Answer 7

go to sephora where i work lol and get the clear complexion kit from BOSCIA! its all natural wont dry out your skin and doesnt use any salicylic or benzoyl! it uses willow bark which is a natural remedy to get rid of acne! love it :)