The Acne Thread #3 - Page 29

Juliette · 28-01-2013

I've been loving the Yves Rocher Anti-Imperfections moisturizer. It absorbs so quickly and I don't know if this is a placebo effect, but I *really* think it's helping fade my red marks. And it smells nice and herbally. AND it's non-comedogenic. The price is great too, around 10€ (probably even cheaper in other countries).

my pic

dumbfairy · 03-02-2013

I've been on doxycycline antibiotics for the past 3 months and my skin has shown no improvement at all. My doctor said that it would be at least 3 months before I would see any improvement but the pessimist in me doesn't think that I will see much difference if I stay on them for another 3 months. Has anybody had any positive results on a different type of antibiotic?

**Party_Vixen** · 23-02-2013

^ My skin broke out back in October and considering I've almost always had good skin I freaked out. Tried the usual - no makeup, gentle skincare, dietary changes - nothing worked. Earlier this month I went to my GP and was prescribed Clindoxyl which contains Clindamycin (an antibiotic) and my skin is almost clear with the exception of a few tiny closed comedones on my forehead and I have a bit of hyperpigmentation on my chin but I'm using an AHA gel to deal with that. I saw results in 2 weeks

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ScarlettLover · 23-02-2013

I personally did not have much improvement with doxycycline either, even after being on it months. I have tried minocycline with some more positive results. I know they are both commonly prescribed, and my doctor always made it seem that minocycline was slightly stronger and put me on that once a course of the doxycycline had minimal effect.

Honestly though, I have yet to find an antibiotic that actually clears completely. I haven't heard of Clindoxyl that sounds promising, Party_Vixen!

strawberries · 24-02-2013

my doctor prescribed antibiotics for my skin and it just made me feel dizzy and sick. I tried for about a month and saw no results and didn't think it was worth it to wait out the 2 months for results

dumbfairy · 24-02-2013

I've been put on doxycyline for another 3 months but also given differin. Has anybody had any experience of it? I've been on it for 4 days now and my skin is so dry.

ScarlettLover · 26-02-2013

As far as topical treatments go I think Differin is pretty good. I have always found retinoid-like treatments to be pretty successful with acne. Although when I was on it I had to be really careful because it made my skin really sensitive and the dryness remained for me throughout. I did experience an initial breakout with it but it went away.

Good luck on it! I think the Differin should help some, just be sure to pamper your skin while on it!

Katharrrina · 08-03-2013

I stopped taking the pill about 4 months ago and my skin's been horrible, like I'm 15 again. I wanted to know if any of you have done the same, and especially if your skin went back to normal once your cycle did go back to normal.
It's silly because I know how to treat it and I can cover it up, but it makes me as insecure as a 15-year-old and I'd like to not have to worry about my skin

hepburn · 06-04-2013

Anyone have any recommendations for a good facial cleanser? I have combination skin (dry and oily) and mild breakouts, but I prefer to use something strong because my skin tends to breakout fairly easy.

I've been using the Mario Badescu cleanser for a while now, but feel like it's not really doing its job anymore. I'd prefer something not too expensive. Thank you for any and all help

Miwi · 07-04-2013

^^Avene Gentle Gel Cleanser! I know it's gentle, but you could use La Roche Posay Effaclar Duo afterwards? I think that would be a great combo. Have you considered using micellar cleansing waters? I find the one from Avene particulary good for problematic skin.

strawberries · 07-04-2013

cetaphil - the oily skin one is good if you want one a bit "stronger" but I use the dry skin one with my clarisonic a bit more gentle as I have dry skin

Jinadaze · 07-04-2013

I swear to Grandma's Soap Acne Control Bar. There is nothing better for acne prone skin, it made a hude difference for me. It cleanses my makeup perfectly too.

hepburn · 07-04-2013

Quote:

Originally Posted by Miwi

^^Avene Gentle Gel Cleanser! I know it's gentle, but you could use La Roche Posay Effaclar Duo afterwards? I think that would be a great combo. Have you considered using micellar cleansing waters? I find the one from Avene particulary good for problematic skin.

I've never heard of cleansing waters from Avene but I'll be sure to look into it, as I will with all the other suggestions. Thank you all so much

olga. · 08-04-2013

Definitely Avene products along with thermal water! I use Avene Cleanance (green color

and there is nothing better. Sometimes I switch to SebaMed Clear Face.

hepburn · 09-04-2013

Quote:

Originally Posted by olga.

Definitely Avene products along with thermal water! I use Avene Cleanance (green color

and there is nothing better. Sometimes I switch to SebaMed Clear Face.

Thank you! This is so helpful

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Party_Vixen Making a Mess Mod Squad Member Join Date: May 2005 Gender: femme Posts: 10,216	^ My skin broke out back in October and considering I've almost always had good skin I freaked out. Tried the usual - no makeup, gentle skincare, dietary changes - nothing worked. Earlier this month I went to my GP and was prescribed Clindoxyl which contains Clindamycin (an antibiotic) and my skin is almost clear with the exception of a few tiny closed comedones on my forehead and I have a bit of hyperpigmentation on my chin but I'm using an AHA gel to deal with that. I saw results in 2 weeks . __________________ Carolyn - Daria - Natalia - Miranda - Valentina - Christy - Kate

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ScarlettLover backstage pass Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Birmingham Gender: femme Posts: 848	I personally did not have much improvement with doxycycline either, even after being on it months. I have tried minocycline with some more positive results. I know they are both commonly prescribed, and my doctor always made it seem that minocycline was slightly stronger and put me on that once a course of the doxycycline had minimal effect. Honestly though, I have yet to find an antibiotic that actually clears completely. I haven't heard of Clindoxyl that sounds promising, Party_Vixen! __________________ D.I.Y.\|fashion\|art--->Spirit Of A Dream

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ScarlettLover backstage pass Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Birmingham Gender: femme Posts: 848	As far as topical treatments go I think Differin is pretty good. I have always found retinoid-like treatments to be pretty successful with acne. Although when I was on it I had to be really careful because it made my skin really sensitive and the dryness remained for me throughout. I did experience an initial breakout with it but it went away. Good luck on it! I think the Differin should help some, just be sure to pamper your skin while on it! __________________ D.I.Y.\|fashion\|art--->Spirit Of A Dream

08-03-2013	428
Katharrrina rising star Join Date: Dec 2010 Gender: femme Posts: 141	Quitting the pill - crazy hormones/acne I stopped taking the pill about 4 months ago and my skin's been horrible, like I'm 15 again. I wanted to know if any of you have done the same, and especially if your skin went back to normal once your cycle did go back to normal. It's silly because I know how to treat it and I can cover it up, but it makes me as insecure as a 15-year-old and I'd like to not have to worry about my skin

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Juliette rising star Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Slovenia Gender: femme Posts: 147	I've been loving the Yves Rocher Anti-Imperfections moisturizer. It absorbs so quickly and I don't know if this is a placebo effect, but I really think it's helping fade my red marks. And it smells nice and herbally. AND it's non-comedogenic. The price is great too, around 10€ (probably even cheaper in other countries). my pic

03-02-2013	422
dumbfairy fashion icon Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: North Scotland Gender: femme Posts: 3,349	I've been on doxycycline antibiotics for the past 3 months and my skin has shown no improvement at all. My doctor said that it would be at least 3 months before I would see any improvement but the pessimist in me doesn't think that I will see much difference if I stay on them for another 3 months. Has anybody had any positive results on a different type of antibiotic?

24-02-2013	425
strawberries scenester Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Australia Gender: femme Posts: 73	my doctor prescribed antibiotics for my skin and it just made me feel dizzy and sick. I tried for about a month and saw no results and didn't think it was worth it to wait out the 2 months for results

24-02-2013	426
dumbfairy fashion icon Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: North Scotland Gender: femme Posts: 3,349	I've been put on doxycyline for another 3 months but also given differin. Has anybody had any experience of it? I've been on it for 4 days now and my skin is so dry.

06-04-2013	429
hepburn backstage pass Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: new york city Gender: femme Posts: 793	Anyone have any recommendations for a good facial cleanser? I have combination skin (dry and oily) and mild breakouts, but I prefer to use something strong because my skin tends to breakout fairly easy. I've been using the Mario Badescu cleanser for a while now, but feel like it's not really doing its job anymore. I'd prefer something not too expensive. Thank you for any and all help __________________ sweeetsweet.tumblr.com

07-04-2013	430
Miwi trendsetter Join Date: Sep 2007 Gender: femme Posts: 1,308	^^Avene Gentle Gel Cleanser! I know it's gentle, but you could use La Roche Posay Effaclar Duo afterwards? I think that would be a great combo. Have you considered using micellar cleansing waters? I find the one from Avene particulary good for problematic skin.

07-04-2013	431
strawberries scenester Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Australia Gender: femme Posts: 73	cetaphil - the oily skin one is good if you want one a bit "stronger" but I use the dry skin one with my clarisonic a bit more gentle as I have dry skin

07-04-2013	432
Jinadaze trendsetter Join Date: May 2009 Location: Slovenia Gender: femme Posts: 1,069	I swear to Grandma's Soap Acne Control Bar. There is nothing better for acne prone skin, it made a hude difference for me. It cleanses my makeup perfectly too. __________________ It never gets easier, you just go faster. (LeMond)

08-04-2013	434
olga. backstage pass Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: warsaw Gender: femme Posts: 686	Definitely Avene products along with thermal water! I use Avene Cleanance (green color and there is nothing better. Sometimes I switch to SebaMed Clear Face.

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