The Acne Thread

[laurette]

^I'm sorry ILoveMarcJacobs, I didn't know that
I've been on a new pill for 5 days now and it's said that this one actually lowers your risk of breast cancer, of course I can't say whether that's true or not, but I guess that's another topic

 

[russh_kris_z]

does anyone know how much it cost to get laser resurfacing for just like ok its ounds pathetic one scar.. and then a bit between my eyes '''

 

[spierce]

I just got back from the derm
I got a gel for the acne itself, Isotrex that contains Isotretinoin and a cleansing gel called Zeniac. I'm supposed to wash my face in the morning and evening with the gel first, then apply Isotrex and after a maximum of 8 weeks I should see a difference. If I don't see a difference after 8 weeks I have to go back to the derm, she was really, really kind; I'm so happy! I hope it works now.

 

[ILoveMarcJacobs]

Estrogen is in all birth control pills... that is what causes breast cancer.. be careful. They will tell you anything...

 

[ILoveMarcJacobs]

I want to get microderm for my skin and my scars... will it work?

 

[erin_k]

excuse my ignorance but isn't estrogen also naturally produced by the body as well? how do they know it's from the pill. not being snippy, just wondering.

 

[DandyWarhol]

Vitamin E works sooo well.
even if you've got oily skin, put it on after cleansing your face, keep it going, and your skin will turn smooth and your red marks will lessen tremendously and eventually go away.
i know many people are skeptical of vitamin E and say it doesnt do anything, but it really does.

 

[daddyslittlegrl8]

^Where can you get vitamin E from?

dlg

 

[Eurasian Mélange]

Vitamin E works sooo well.
even if you've got oily skin, put it on after cleansing your face, keep it going, and your skin will turn smooth and your red marks will lessen tremendously and eventually go away.
i know many people are skeptical of vitamin E and say it doesnt do anything, but it really does.

I think it definitely depends upon the individual as to whether it works or not. I tried it for over a year and it did hardly anything.

 

[heaven]

^ i agree about the vit e not working for me, but certain things work for some

to update on my "no dairy routine", my skin is the clearest it's been in so long!!!!! it really has to be this because i've tried everything and this is the only thing i've changed! and i've gotten used to my morning tea without any milk or cream, so i don't feel like i'm missing anything, i'm only waiting for my spots to fade even more and i'll be doing the whole no makeup thing !

 

[keroppi]

^ Yay good for you heaven!

I took supplements for Vitamin A, C and E when I had really bad skin and it definitely helped me

Sometimes, when you're growing up, nothing can stop pimples from erupting everywhere in your face despite taking medication etc because of the hormones. But for some people, pimples will naturally become less and go away as you grow older.

 

[heaven]

^thanks!

 

[kfan]

i know its pretty simple, and is probs good for moderate breakouts but Neutrogena Stress Acne Stress Control micro scrub has really kept my skin clear and smooth.
Also, I was on Accutane for a year and it did work wonders. i only get mild,not very often hormonal breakouts.
yes its risky im some peoples opinions, but IT WORKS

 

[Guessgirl96]

I finally got my ance under control, and now that I started exercising every night like crazy I'm having horrible breakouts I wash my face right after but I guess it does the damage while I'm exercising.

A long time ago before I got my acne under control I was prescribed everything under the sun accept for accutane which my mom wouldnt let me try. I found that everything dried out my skin, so my skin produced more oil and became flaky (clogged pores with oil and dead skin) which caused more zits. As soon as I stopped using everything accept just a light moisturizer the acne got a lot better. I think its worth a shot for any of you guys with acne! This makes me wonder if this is some kind of conspiracy..

 

[Mk's Beauty Shop]

I finally got my ance under control, and now that I started exercising every night like crazy I'm having horrible breakouts I wash my face right after but I guess it does the damage while I'm exercising.

A long time ago before I got my acne under control I was prescribed everything under the sun accept for accutane which my mom wouldnt let me try. I found that everything dried out my skin, so my skin produced more oil and became flaky (clogged pores with oil and dead skin) which caused more zits. As soon as I stopped using everything accept just a light moisturizer the acne got a lot better. I think its worth a shot for any of you guys with acne! This makes me wonder if this is some kind of conspiracy..

maybe wash your face before? sweat opens up pores letting in make-up and dirt and stuff..

 

[mishahoi]

ILoveMarcJacobsIm 22 years old and have had acne problems FOREVER especially getting off of the pill... Its been a constant struggle... Always on my chin. Ive tried everything from retin a to retin a micro... ive done it all... And now i am thinking of doing Accutane. ive recently been on Retin a for 6 months and nothing but dry skin reddness and acne still! So I am thinking of asking my Derm for this stuff July 12th... any advice would be golden... Even what I am to expect being on this a low amount of it.. thanks
AMY

i would just suggest to please, please, please do as MUCH research as you can on the subject before making the decision.

i was on it, and what i can tell you is:

pro:cleared up my acne and changed my life--made me much more confdent and outgoing.

con: believe it gave me a rare form of arthiritis that I cannot cure. i dont know if it will give me irreparable damage in the future or not.

please look at all of the accutane communities before making the step- then decide if your confidence or health is more important.

 

[Nyx]

I'm considering Accutane too, I've already talked about it, and she will prescribe it if I want to. I've even arranged the birth control and all I need to do is to make the final appointment with the derm. But I'm still very preoccupied about the possible side effects. I know two people who have done it, and both have had perfectly fine experiences with no serious side effects.

But if you read some boards on the net, you will find really scary stuff. The thing is, you have no way of judging how much you should read into them. I browsed one Accutane board once, and was initially shocked at how many people seemed to report about similar serious-sounding side effects all around the board. But soon I realized that it was the same poster that talked about the same thing in EVERY SINGLE THREAD and seemed to be pretty nuts.

So I say, before making your decision on whether or not to go on Accutane, do your research, but don't let yourself be scared by some hysterical loonies either. I'm not sure what I'm going to do. I could keep getting regular antibiotics, but that's not a very attractive opinion either. Besides they only help as long as I'm on them, afterwards my skin worsens again. So sooner or later I probably will do Accutane, cross my fingers and hope for the best.

 

[Nyx]

i would just suggest to please, please, please do as MUCH research as you can on the subject before making the decision.

i was on it, and what i can tell you is:

pro:cleared up my acne and changed my life--made me much more confdent and outgoing.

con: believe it gave me a rare form of arthiritis that I cannot cure. i dont know if it will give me irreparable damage in the future or not.

Can you tell me a little more about your experience, Mishahoi? What does your doctor say about the arthritis - does he think that it was probably caused by Accutane? How soon did it appear, and did you finish your prescription? Did you have other side effects?

 

[serenade]

I'm wondering how long you have to be on Accutane before your skin is completely clear?

 

[russh_kris_z]

I've done something for the past week and my skin is clearing up fasterr!!
Ok
I got organic apple cider vinegar and applied it to freshly cleansed skin.
Then waited 20 minutes and applied the mario Badescu Buffering lotion..a lot!
then appllied a bandaid over the affected area and the next day my skin wasnt PERFECT.. but it was deffinitely better.. much better continued use of three days and WOW =)