Moderate acne, help?

Question

Okay, I have moderately bad acne. My doctor prescribed me two years ago benzaclin. It has helped, but not really. I wash my face with Clearasil extra scrub twice a day, and put on clean and clear acne control during the day. I've had it since 6th grade, and am now going into 10th. Usually it goes in cycles from mild to moderate, but now it has gotten moderately bad, hasn't done that for a while. Don't say proactiv. I already know that stuff doesn't work well (friend takes it). But, can you please tell me of something that WORKS WELL AND WILL GET RID OF MY ACNE??? Please don't reccomend something you don't think will work. If you know of something that works really well, then answer. Thanks as always.

Answer 1

i use clean and clear.

its purple. and grayish silver.

Answer 2

I had the same problem. First of all, I advise that you don't touch your face as much, because your fingers sometimes have acne-causing bacteria. I, for one, talked to my dermatologist. He gave me a prescription for some creams that reduce it. Use a gentle face wash (and lotion too, if you want) with salicylic acid.

Answer 3

Sometimes you can further irritate your skin by using harsh clensers.  Consider using a mild soap and warm water.  This works well because there are not all of the chemicals that can cause a reaction of a further breakout.  Then simply treat the areas in need of attention with a preventative like clean and clear.  Good Luck!  Also, rub gently, never scrub too hard, your face is a sensitive area.

Answer 4

If your acne is that difficult try going to the dermotologist again.  They can prescribe you pills to take. There are a ton of pills that can clear up moderate acne.  I have had moderate acne since i was in sixth grade also. I went on a ton of different pills, creams, proactiv, face washes, and they didn't work.  If its stubborn enough talk to your doctor about more agressive medications. I did and now my acne is finally clearing up.

Answer 5

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

In my experience of 12 years alot of commercial store bought products DO NOT WORK! They contain way too much benzoyl peroxide which over dries your skin and causes irritations. Often they contain too much of what you dont need, or too little of what you do need!

PLEASE READ THIS WITH YOUR MOM if you are under 18, I have a great solution for you!

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.

Good Luck to you,

Michelle