Shower twice a day, how do I still have pimples?

Question

I shower twice every day (morning and evening) and yet I keep getting new pimples. What's going on? I also use those wipes with the salic acid or something and still no change. What can I do to help clear up my face?

Answer 1

you want moisture on your face not just water . Water drys out your face and yes it makes it clean put it doesn't really help.And also do not use salic acid on your face all the time that can also make your face worse. Try using hyrocotisone at night and leave that on for the whole night then in the morning use a oil-free wash but not a acne wash.Then finally use a oil-free moisturizer hope i helped and you can find all these items at your local target or drugstore

Answer 2

Differin gel is a good prescription gel you use every night, that most insurance companies cover.

I used it every night, and noticed a significant difference in about 2 weeks.

If you don't want to go to the doctor, you can find similar kits and things at Wal-Mart.

Most pimples are hormonal, so the BEST thing is a kit that offers topical and and internal pill to take.

Salycilic acid is a common ingredients in lots of acne products, and they usually help, but treating it internally and topically is going to get the best results.

Answer 3

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Answer 4

you are most likely over-showering or over washing your body.  unless you sweat profusely or get extremely dirty during work, you shouldn't need to shower twice daily.  you may be stripping your body/face of natural oils.  cut back on overly washing and stripping your face/body.  if that doesn't help and you've tried all the over the counter medications, it may be time to seek dermatological help.  

Answer 5

use skin id

Answer 6

Okay first of all I'm going to show you what is the real causes of acne or pimple.

Causes, incidence, and risk factors:

Acne occurs when tiny holes on the surface of the skin called pores become clogged. Each pore is an opening to a canal called a follicle, which contains a hair and an oil gland. Normally, the oil glands help keep the skin lubricated and help remove old skin cells. When glands produce too much oil, the pores can become blocked, accumulating dirt, debris, and bacteria. The blockage is called a plug or comedone.

The top of the plug may be white ( whitehead ) or dark ( blackhead ). If it ruptures, the material inside, including oil and bacteria, can spread to the surrounding area and cause an inflammatory reaction. If the inflammation is deep in your skin, the pimples may enlarge to form firm, painful cysts .

Acne commonly appears on the face and shoulders, but may also occur on the trunk, arms, legs, and buttocks.

Acne is most common in teenagers, but it can happen at an age, even as an infant. Three out of four teenagers have acne to some extent, probably caused by hormonal changes that stimulate oil production. However, people in their 30s and 40s may also have acne.

Acne tends to run in families and can be triggered by:

Hormonal changes related to menstrual periods, pregnancy, birth control pills, or stress

Greasy or oily cosmetic and hair products

Certain drugs (such as steroids, testosterone , estrogen, and phenytoin)

High levels of humidity and sweating

Despite the popular belief that chocolate, nuts, and other foods cause acne, this does not seem to be true.

And it's treatment is:

Treatment:

Take the following self-care steps to lessen the effects of acne:

Clean your skin gently with a mild, non-drying soap (like Dove, Neutrogena, or Basics.) Remove all dirt or make-up. Wash once or twice a day, including after exercising. However, avoid excessive or repeated skin washing.

Shampoo your hair daily, especially if it's oily. Comb or pull your hair back to keep the hair out of your face. Avoid tight headbands.

Try not to squeeze, scratch, pick, or rub the pimples. Although it might be tempting to do this, it can lead to scarring and skin infections.

Avoid touching your face with your hands or fingers.

Avoid greasy cosmetics or creams. Look for water-based or "non-comedogenic" formulas. Take make-up off at night.

If these steps do not clear up the blemishes to an acceptable level, try over-the-counter acne medications. These creams and lotions are applied directly to the skin. They may contain benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, resorcinol, or salicylic acid. They work by killing bacteria, drying up the oil, and causing your skin to peel.

If the pimples are still a problem, a dermatologist can prescribe stronger medications and discuss other options with you.

Prescription medicines include:

Oral antibiotics (taken by mouth) such as minocycline, doxycycline, and tetracycline

Topical antibiotics (applied to the skin) such as clindamycin or erythromycin

Synthetic vitamin A derivatives called retinoids such as retinoic acid cream or gel (Retin-A) and isotretinoin pills (Accutane) -- pregnant women and sexually active adolescent females should NOT take Accutane, as it causes severe birth defects

Prescription formulas of benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, resorcinol, salicylic acid

Birth control pills can sometimes help clear up acne. (In some cases, though, they may make it worse.)

Your doctor may also suggest chemical skin peeling, removal of scars by dermabrasion , or removal or drainage of cysts .

A small amount of sun exposure may improve acne. However, excessive exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet rays is not recommended because it increases the risk of skin cancer.

Expectations (prognosis):

Acne usually subsides after adolescence, but may last into middle age. The condition generally responds well to treatment after a few weeks, but may flare up from time to time. Scarring may occur if severe acne is not treated. Some people, especially teenagers, can become significantly depressed if acne is not treated.

Complications:

Possible complications include:

Cysts

Permanent facial scars

Changes in skin color

Damage to self-esteem, confidence, personality, and social life

Side effects of Accutane (including liver damage and birth defects in an unborn baby)

Side effects of other medications

Calling your health care provider:

Call your doctor or a dermatologist if:

Self-care measures and over-the-counter medicine have not helped after several months.

Your acne is severe (for example, you have lots of redness around the pimples or you have cysts) or getting worse.

You develop scars as your acne clears up.

For infant acne, call your pediatrician if it does not clear up on its own in 3 months.

take care..

Answer 7

your overcleaning. Overcleaning causes your skin to produce more oils, especailly if you do it over a long perious of time. Which is why you get more pimples.