I have acne..........??

Question

I have acne and i hate it.

Its not because of my diet or lack of exercise its just genetics...

It makes me sooo sad b/c i think i might actually be pretty if i didnt have it....

I cant go to the Dermatologist b/c my family is SUPER busy before school starts this Monday

so can you PLEASE give me some home remedies to help my acne at least a little bit???

http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd95/Singergirl_4eva/newpics045.jpg

Here is a pic displaying my HORRIBLE acne :'[

any suggestions would be great

thank you :]

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! 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

it's not too bad, only on your cheeks.  Try acnefree, it's a good brand

Answer 3

skin id ?

proactive ?

i use a plain simple one .

Neutrogena one the spot .

its only likee 7 buckss & it WORKS.

& i ALSO use the wave , another neutrogena product . they work , WONDERFULLY. tryy :D

Answer 4

Clean and clear advantage Kit(:

Go to Cleanandclear.com to get a $5 off coupon for it,

Answer 5

drink 8-10 glasses of water

Crush mint leaves to extract the juices. Apply the juice to your face every night. This acne home remedy also the tooth paste works too. To remove the redness apply the eye drops which reduces the redness I think its called Visine it instantly removes the redness.

apply ice to your face regularly it closes the pores so that would definitely reduce the acne breakout

check this site to find out how to get rid of pimples and its mark , it has good home remedies hope this helps

http://cashsunshine.blogspot.com/2008/04...

Answer 6

Your pretty to me, but i drink lots of water i drink soda every now and then. Drinking water works it may take time but you will see the difference. You look young though it will begin to clear up as you grow older. How old are you? But i hope your acne clears up i wish you luck!