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Mbss, MA Apr 24th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: NOOOOOO. my face started breaking out in horrible cysts, and i, stupidly, could not figure out why or what i had started doing differently. i had been taking flax and eating flax cereal for about 2 weeks for omegas. Cons: i am pretty sure this in what inflamed my skin. Bottom Line: maybe it works for some people, and i know omegas are good but you can get them other ways. did NOT work for me. Recommended: No Usage: Mbss has used this item for a few weeks. Price Paid: 15.00 Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Amy, New York, NY Apr 10th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Bottom Line: Acutane will ruin your liver. research it. It's HORRIBLE for you. Have fun. I guess a ruined liver is better than acne, since acne won't kill you. Wrong. Eat a diet rich in natural raw foods. fruits and vegetables. Lots of juice. The benefits of flax seed oil outweigh those of acutane tremendously. People have been using it for thousands of years for all sorts of ailments. Acne is not the worst thing in the world. Please find a cure that won't do damage to your internal organs. Recommended: Yes Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

John, Damon Mar 25th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Improves Skin Mosture Cons: Causes Severe Breakouts Bottom Line: Despite being inexpensive, it isn't worth a dime. See a dermatologist and begin isotretinoin therapy (accutane) if you are serious about getting rid of acne. I've been on accutane for three months now and have had far less breakouts. Recommended: No Usage: John has used this item for a few weeks. Price Paid: 11.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

vaps, Bolivia Feb 7th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: healthy, tasty if you mix it with a banana (for example)...and... Cons: I want to be careful as I read that taking more than 2 or 3 tablespoons of flaxseed (smashed) may change the hormonal balance.... Bottom Line: and I read that estradiol may cause chloasma (sun spots due pregnancy) and flaxseed inhibits estradiol... so this can help me to get rid of some "sun spots" ... I am checking this because I remember that when I was taking like 3 tablespoons (that was too much but I didn't know by then...) the sun spots that I had became less noticeable... and somehow my face looked better... so I am returning to it.... I guess that the detail is also that when you begin to have flaxseed you have to try to reduce your intake of other oils... otherwise it can be be too much for you and acne may appear... In fact I began having this because I had something like blepharitis and now I don't have this and maybe the flaxseed helped me do it ... I suggest it ... Recommended: Yes Usage: vaps has used this item for a few months. Price Paid: 1.00 Acne severity: very light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Heather, Chicago, IL Jan 23rd, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Practically acne free when I stick to ground flaxseed daily. Skin is incredibly smooth and soft. VERY easy to mix with smoothies (which means you can up your fruit intake as well!). Many other beneficial properties (anti- cancer, inflammation Cons: Requires a lot of willpower to stick to it everyday. Bottom Line: This review is in regards to GROUND flaxseed. Although oil may contain more omega-3s, only ground flaxseed contains lignans (thought to decrease the risk of breast cancer) and other important nutrients. It is also very easy to mix with smoothies, cereal, breads, etc. I have moderate acne (although I am particularly prone to the cystic type - usually in mild doses). I have never found over the counter acne medications to do anything for me. When I stick to 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed per day, my acne virtually disappears. I find that my skin is very clear and soft. I also notice that I wear much less makeup - indicating that my skin is healthier with a natural "glow'. I attribute flaxseed's success to its ability to reduce inflammation. You MUST continue to take it. Recently I have gotten "lazy" and noticed a return of the cystic type acne. I will be resuming my flaxseed regimen to that I may once again enjoy healthy, natural looking skin. Recommended: Yes Usage: Heather has used this item for a few months. Price Paid: 5.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Jillie, Dallas,tx Jan 21st, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: I like flax seed it gives your body omega fatty acids thats good for skin improvement Cons: umm don't put flax seed oil on your face( think about it) Bottom Line: i had bad acne throughout high school, now that I am 24 my skin has a little damage to it; nothing that a good scrubbing process can not fix; but my skin today never really breaks out. I think that using flaxseed in your diet along with medication, ( i was persribed diffren gel and tetracycline) your skin will improve; do not use harsh treatments, eat healty, exercise and don't smoke (it makes a big difference) then you can see improvement. Treat your skin like you would a babies skin...never pop zits and never fret your skin will improve...best advice see a doctor, get on antibiotics and special creams...its really the only way to fight a extream breakout. Price Paid: 1.29 Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Sonia, Detroit, Michigan Jan 20th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: None Cons: None Bottom Line: I used flaxseed (ground) for a month and did not notice any difference. My acne started getting worse. I do not think it was because of flaxseed. I went on accutane after a month and am loving it. MY skin is clear. Not a single breakout any more! Recommended: No Usage: Sonia has used this item for a few weeks. Price Paid: 7.00 Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Jen, Brooklyn NY Jan 14th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Cheap.... Cons: BROKE OUT WORSE THAN EVER Bottom Line: I started taking this about a month ago because I had a big pimple on my nose. I had incredibly high hopes for this. Well, after taking the capsels religiously for a month, I broke out worse than I have in my entire life. I had SIX cystic/nodular pimples on my chin and under my nose. I was so upset, I didn't leave my house unless necessary, and, to prove how desperate and depressed I was, I was on the verge of ordering Accutane online. How unsafe and dumb!! This may work wonderfully for some people, and perhaps, if I stuck with it,. my skin would clear up and look better than ever. However, it's not worth the risk and the horrible days with all the acne that is finally now beginning to clear up after wearing the mint jaleup mask every night and salicylic acid spot treatment. Recommended: No Usage: Jen has used this item for about a month. Price Paid: 6.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Adz, Australia Jan 4th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Im not sure yet- I guess there are a lot of health benefits to it Cons: The taste is yuck! Bottom Line: I have been taking it for less than a week, and I have broken out really bad. I don'tknow if this is due to the oil or other reason??! Im reading mixed reviews and am hoping it will help to clear up my terrible acne and scars soon ;-( Recommended: No Usage: Adz has used this item for about a week. Price Paid: 12.00 Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Andrew, Philadelphia, PA Jan 3rd, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Cheap, my skin has more of a glow. My break outs are clearing up, and my scaring is also healing. Cons: The oil tastes pretty bad. Bottom Line: Overall, there isn't a reason that people shouldn't be taking this. There are numerous health benefits, and I know my skin is looking a LOT better since I've been taking it. You have to wait about a week or two to see the effects, though. Also, I would suggest taking the oil over any capsules. Two teaspoons of oil is equal to roughly 12 or so capsules. The oil tastes like crap, but it is well worth it to man up and take it. My skin is looking better now than I can ever remember! Recommended: Yes Usage: Andrew has used this item for a few weeks. Price Paid: 7.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

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