best acne treatment
 

What's the best acne treatment? Or any tips?

I've used Proactiv for a few years but it hasn't been working lately. So I went and got the Keihl's acne kit which doesn't seem to be working either. Which sucks a$$ cause it was so expensive!
I've been checking out Murad which has an anti-acne kit but I don't want to spend a lot of money again. I keep breaking out even though I only drink water (a lot of it), I eat more healthy food (a lil bit of candy every so often), I wash my face every day. But I'm still breaking out, especially on my forehead. I'm thinking it's from sweating when I work out, but I still wash my face...

HELP!:(

If OTC products aren't working, I'd go see a dermatologist. He/she can get you a prescription for a topical cream or a pill. I know dermatologists us Acutane as a last resort. Even if your acne isn't bad, they can still get you some sort of help.

And if your Keihl's kit didn't work, I'd see about getting a refund. Most products like that have a number on the packaging that you can call if you aren't satisfied.

I didn't have a good experience with Murad's products. It made my face worse.

Are you under any stress lately? Acne shows itself sometimes.

Xylochick is right. A dermatologist will be able to give you the best advice when it comes to your skin. My dermatologist reccommend for me to use Cetaphil or Basis,which are OTC soaps and not expensive, and to avoid toners. Again, everyone's skin is different, what might work for me might not work for you.

I agree, see a dermatologist. There are prescription creams and such that work wonders. Also, check out the Clinique skin care line, or try using witch hazel.

Also - look for water-based makeup products.

My youngest brother went to the dermatologist. They gave him this pill that you can take a cycle of and it basically eliminates acne problems for the rest of your life.

One unfortunate side effect is that your skin is VERY fragile while you are taking this pill. It'll cut/bruise very easily.

Wrap yourself in bubble wrap and you should be okay.

I use Neutrogena's acne line when my face needs a break from Proactiv (and trust me, after continued use, it's always a good idea to take a break from it). They seem to complement each other well.

ETA: If you're a woman in your childbearing years, you're going to find it VERY hard to find a dermatologist who will prescribe Accutane. Tetracycline (the other pill they use to treat acne) causes permanent staining of your teeth.

Unless you have serious, cystic acne, you rarely need to take a pill, but I agree, see a dermatologist, because it might not be acne on your forehead.

my skin flared up a lot... i eventually went to see a dermataologist and i'm on minocyclin and differin gel. its basically just an antibiotic but it has cleared up my skin so much. I use it in conjunction with cetaphil (highly reccommended by my doctor) b/c its very gentle and won't over wash your face.

I highly suggest you go see a dermatologist. there are tons of other options besides accutane and tetracyclin!

Do NOT take Tetracycline! When I took that, my acne actually became worse and my skin became SUPER sensitive! I couldn't even walk outside!

Now, do you think you may be overdrying your skin? I know that when I wash my face too much I will break out pretty bad. After you wash your face, put some facial moisturizer on, it WILL help you decrease your acne!

I recommend BeautiControl "All Clear" facial products line and Mary Kay's "Velocity" line. Both are super for helping extreme acne! Good luck hon!

I went to a dermatologist when I was younger and went on Accutane. I took one round of it and haven't had a single bit of acne in 5 years. The results are really amazing.

However, it does come at a price. While I was on it, my lips cracked and bled and I had nosebleeds every day. I bruised really easily...even my face had mysterious bruises. I was supposed to take two cycles, but my dermatologist took me off after one when my hair started falling out in handfuls. Since the drug is residual (so you are acne-free even after you stop taking it), I still bruise easily, I get lots of nosebleeds, and my hair still falls out a little bit.

I would recommend seeing a dermatologist, but try other medications before you even talk about Accutane.

Re: best acne treatment
 

When I was a teenager I took acutaine (sp?) and it worked marvels. The problem was you can't really stay out in the sun for any length of time and it makes your face peel like a bitch. But, it works the first time around and it solves the problem for good.

I'm not sure if you still have to get it by prescription or not but I know I had to in like 93 or 94. Also, I think the doctor has to do blood tests on you while on it. Serisouly, though...if you don't want to waste your money or time trying all the other bullshit products...ask your doctor about accutaine.

I forgot about Accutane... The problem with it is that it can cause some nasty birth defects, so you cannot be pregnant while you're on it. Your doctor will probably ask you to take pregnancy tests, and either abstain from sex or go on the pill for the duration. (Obviously this doesn't apply if you're male, beyond your childbearing years, or have had a hysterectomy.)

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When I was 18, I had a breakout of acne on my forehead and temples. The doctor gave me some ointment and told me to use pHisoderm on my face and to stop using conditioner on my bangs. It worked in a week.

My sister had a sudden outbreak of cystic acne as an adult. She went to the dermatologist. They gave her medicine like mullet described. She had tried every OTC she could find, but nothing worked. She still takes pills and uses the ointments.

I think that you should go to a dermatologist to get a definitive diagnosis and medicine. Good luck!

Water.

Seriously. Drink a gallon + of water a day and it can do wonder's for your skin.

That's the thing. I drink a ton of water, but still break out! I'm trying to keep the bottle caps of the water I drink so that I can keep track lol. But my bf and I go through a big pack of water bottles in less than a week.

I'm going to return those Kiehl's products because they were EXPENSIVE and they're not working. One night when I washed my face, it stung so much I had to stand in front of a fan to cool off my face. So definitely going back and getting my $$$.

Another problem that I have is that I have a wrinkle on my forehead now!!! It's from raising my eyebrows I guess. *sigh* I'm going to have to wait till my forehead clears up till I start doing work on my wrinkle :( I don't want those lotions to mess with the bumps I have now. I don't know howI have a wrinkle?! I just turned 21!!! I wonder if I should get Botox...? lol j/k

Go with gentle stuff: Specto-Gel, Cetaphil.

Most stuff that you buy at the beauty counter is terrible: Clinique, Kiehl's. It may "feel nice" but don't expect it to "treat" your acne.

Your face may be SENSITIVE as well, which is why I suggest that you go with the gentle stuff. I would see a dermatologis. The guy that I saw sold Cetaphil right out of his clinic.

and ACCUTANE is very effective but drying. You MUST MUST MUST NOT get pregnant while on ACCUTANE. And use lip balm like Carmex, because you will get dry lips. September would be a good time to go on ACCUTANE, because summer is ending (photosensitivity is a big deal with ACCUTANE). You can expect to be on ACCUTANE for 6-9 months, give or take.

Your condition may be hormonal related as well, in which case going on THE PILL (like Diane or Tri-Cyclen; not sure what the American brands are) may help.

GOOD LUCK!

I have adult acne... I have to use Retin-A for my acne. I only use a SMALL amount on each spot when I have a flare-up.

I am the same age as you. I still have mild acne, but I love the products I am currently using.

Luckily, my mom works at a dermatologist, so I get all the latest products free of charge.

I have been using prescription Differin gel for years, and I love it. No burning or stinging. I also use prescription Nicomide gel, a new product that just came out, which reduces redness and inflammation.

I use either Eucerin or Cetaphil cleansers, and either Olay Complete, Cetaphil or Eucerin moisturizers. All are great. ;)

If you think your face is sensitive, and burns or stings easily when you apply products, be sure to buy everything for sensitive skin. Also, stay away from salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide treatments.. they sting!!

Hope this helps...

I'll tell ya Origins and Clarins are the best for acne-proned and dry-skinned (like myself) people. I absolutely love Clarins. If you have used a lot of creams and stuff, I would go to the dermatologist and see what he or she says.

My dermatologist currently has me on an oral antibiotic, external antibiotic, and acne scrub. It seems to be working ok at preventing me from getting new big break outs, but once in a while I get the smaller ones.

All good advice, see a dermo for some prescritions that can really help get it under control and give you suggestions for how to keep it that way. Also, keep your hands off your face! It's really tempting to mess with them but you can scar yourself that way so hands off! And be careful not to lean your phone on your face. Don't wear make-up when you work out and wash your face afterwards.