Pimple problem! Nothing works..?

Question

I wanted to know what all you guys use to get rid of your pimples. I don't have bad acne but I have a few pimples on my face. I've tried Proactiv,Neutrogena and Clean & Clear. Anything else that works that you can purchase at a drug store? What works for you? Help!

Answer 1

try putting a little toothpaste on it before you sleep!

i do it when i have a pimple and i can see it goes down a little when i wake up! :)

Answer 2

just pop them girl.....that works for me!!!!

Answer 3

I just turned someone else onto this book that I made a copy of at my dermatologist's office. She had the book in the waiting area in a binder. She told me that the book explained the products and why they worked like they did.

It was kinda cool hearing how when the pores were open was the best time to put benzoyl peroxide on.

Anyway, she got the book too and said it looks good!

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Take care,

SL

Answer 4

Calamine lotion has the same drying effect like toothpaste so you can apply it overnight and wash the next day. More such solutions at http://solutionsforpimples.blogspot.com/

Answer 5

I use diet to control mine.

First I must warn you.  Do not use anything harsh or that will dry your face.  

Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water each day.  Water helps to dissolve and flush toxins from your skin.

Eat lots of all kinds of fresh fruits and vegetables including green leafy and raw vegetables.  Cabbage is good for helping the elimination process thus ridding the body of some forms of toxins.

I use a soapy soft bath rag to wash my face.

Answer 6

DOs -

- try a spot treatment with benozyl perozide

- use a scrub/cleanser with salicylic acid

(only use scrubs/exfoliators 2-3 times a week)

- if its bad, go to a dermotologist (i know its not but just in case in the future)

- create a routine (morning wash face with a certain cleanser, nightime use exfoliater, etc)

DO NOT

- use toothpaste- it dries out your skin and doesnt work.

- POP YOUR PIMPLES. - YOU CAN CREATE SCARS and will just make your pimples worse and last longer.

... i use st.ives appricot scrub, its AMAZING :) and it also smells good. it only costs $4 or so. everyones skin is different though, so some products may not work for you even if it works well for others.

and...

tea tree oil :D its really good and used for blemishes.

you can buy ita t the body shop. its having a sale - 2 for $18 - only some products(all tree oil and shampoo i believe)

Answer 7

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! 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.

Good Luck to you,

Michelle

Answer 8

DO NOT POP THEM WHATEVER YOU DO!

cuz then they end up leaving this huge scar that doesnt go away.

to reduce them, try placing ice on them for some time.

and wash your face regularly...

and basically stay away from "bad" food. Not too much fried, sweet or calorie foods.

works for me =D