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Tftwo
post Jan 15 2009, 05:01 PM
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First off I'd say I have moderate acne.

Washed my face and used the SA+ for the first time. I got the slight redness that I see has occurred with other individuals, but it only lasted about 30-45 minutes.

After washing with the cleanser and letting it air dry, my face seemed to be a little tight, probably due to not using anything while waiting for Dan's products to arrive. After the SA+ application though, it seems that I don't even need to use any moisturizer.

Along with this I'm taking Vitamin C, A, E, B5, and a B complex and taking 2g of Omega 3 after eating. I've been using the Omega 3 for about the amount of days I went without washing (3) and it seems like I wasn't getting any new bumps, just some were coming to the surface.

I've used about everything. Proactiv, Murad, several Neutrogena products, exposed skin care and the list goes on. I saw some improvements with some, but in the end they all stopped working. Hopefully my new list of products will finally get me clear.

I'll update as the days go by.
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post Jan 17 2009, 04:39 PM
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So before I started using it I had about 10-11 actives, ranging from small to quite large. After one day of using the SA+ majority of them have gone down to the point where they're flush with the skin. It seems to be doing a great job, better then most if not all of the stuff I've used in the past.

It is a little early to tell, but I think I've finally found something that will work for me.

I would attribute most of my current acne from new facial hair. After a few past breakouts, I'd noticed either thick or thin hairs where the bumps previously were.

I also just ordered some of DK Jojoba oil, and picked up a bottle of the Olay Complete SPF 15 for sun protection. I find that with the cleanser and SA+ there is little need for a moisturizer, but feel that it wouldn't hurt, and the SPF 15 will help prevent sun damage. Some flakiness is there, but I don't attribute it to the DK products, but to the past damage of using Rubbing alcohol and several other extreme products.

All in all I'm quite happy, and hope to see a clear future.
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post Jan 18 2009, 05:54 PM
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Another day, and I'm pretty impressed with what it did to my active pimples. They've basically all gone down to a point where they don't really bother me. There is still redness from playing with a few older ones, but it is beginning to go away.

I just washed, waited 10-15 minutes, and then used the SA+. I'm trying to find a good amount that works well for me. I used more then I have in the past two days, and took my time rubbing it in. About 2 minutes in, I felt a small burning sensation, and the redness began. When I say rub, I use my finger tips and slowly go over the skin until it begins to not glide as well. All in all it takes me about 5 minutes or a little more to finish.

But my face is bright red right now, but I'm not too bothered with it. I think in the mornings I'll probably use much less then I do at night. The redness lets me know where I'm inadvertently neglecting too, so maybe it's a positive thing. It has been about twenty minutes or so, and the redness seems to be fading.
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post Jan 19 2009, 05:41 PM
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Keep it comin!
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post Jan 25 2009, 06:15 PM
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So it has been about ten days, and I'm seeing improvement with my skin overall. My old red marks are fading, but I've gotten about 5 or so new pimples. They're alot smaller then the ones I used to get, and I'm still attributing it to new hair growth.

Where there are no red marks or pimples, my skin looks really good. These areas are those that aren't in the male hair growth areas. So most of my spots are along my chin, neck (which has improved more then anything since starting), and the cheeks. My nose and the areas to the sides and under the eyes look really good.

My face is alot more smooth and even toned. I'm going to continue using it for a couple more weeks and see if it continues to improve. I'm also thinking of adding some AHA+ to the mix at night, and see how it goes.

Also, the redness I got the first week has all but gone away after application. I've lowered the amount I use, and it seems to do the job. I still get the "Its working" feeling, just without the intense redness.

Will update soon.
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post Jan 29 2009, 10:38 PM
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Alright well, just wanted to note some changes. My redness has decreased significantly, along with the amount of new bumps. The new bumps that do start are probably aggravated due to my need to touch my face, which I have been working on stopping. I found myself look in the mirror less and less throughout the day, which is good.

I'm ordering some AHA+ to add into my routine before bedtime. I'm hoping that it increases the advances I've made in the past two weeks.
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post Mar 2 2009, 12:32 PM
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Good log!
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post Mar 2 2009, 04:21 PM
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Haven't posted in awhile due to take a short vacation and getting off of my routine, which led to a break out... But after 2 weeks of being back, I've gotten back to where I was before it. Throwing the AHA+ has done a lot for the old red marks.

I use a good amount of SA+ at nightime, and I've been trying to sleep on my back, which hasn't been going very well.

I'll update in a month or so when I get back from a job requirement.
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post Mar 31 2009, 05:27 PM
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Does anybody know if the Sal acid is less strong compaired to BP?
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