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Hi,
My 19 yr old beautiful girl has really recently been diagnosed with moderate acne.
Up until 2 months ago shes had perfect skin (apart from odd blemish at time of month) She had really bad flu and lots of stresses going on and her skin developed a rash like appearance.
Tried lots of over counter things and given rubbish advise from GP.
Saw a private dermatologist 2 weeks ago who said she mainly has closed comedones caused by an auto immune response to stress.
We are all finding it so difficult, I could just cry every time I look at her.
Its already affected her relationship and her self confidence.
I know its only been such a short time but some days it looks better than others, and she is now getting large angry spots too.
Strange also that its only on one cheek and her forehead!
Her treatment is Lymecycline and Isotrex gel.
Cetaphil to wash her face.
Effaclar Duo to moisturise.
Previously tried, Proactive, Duac, Dermalogica.
All her makeup is now oil free.
Has anyone else developed acne so suddenly at her age? Read lots about red light therapy, is it useful?
I realise that lots of people on here have dealt with acne for such a long time and feel bad for posting this really, but its so hard when shes literally had no problems previously.
Hi - I really feel for you both, I'm a mother to teens as well, but it's me who has the acne - not them!
I took lymecycline successfully earlier this year, but before I went to the doctor I did try light therapy (lumie clear) and though it might work, for me it just didn't work quick enough which is why I ended up going to the doctor. I certainly wouldn't say it doesn't work, because I didn't use it for long enough to really give a definitive opinion.
What I have started using successfully since finishing the antibiotics (the acne came back 10 after I finished the course) is Ultraclear acne cream. I bought it from Amazon because it had really great reviews and I have found it to be a really good product, especially on smaller blemishes. I use it morning and night and a little goes a long way; it should last several months. I suggest she tries it maybe just on one part of her face to begin with and see how it suits her, whilst continuing to use the other things she's been prescribed.
Oops! Should read "10 days after I finished"!
Has anyone else developed acne so suddenly at her age?
Yes at 19 is when it started for me. Before that in high school I was pretty clear so I guess its normal. Unlike my parents however, you seem to really care and are trying to help her. Don't stop being there for her and I really do hope with your help she can get clear soon. Best of luck.
If you actually re read my post it says " I could cry"
Obviously I dont!!!
To go from an outgoing, confident happy clear skinnned girl to an introverted, teary one due to her skin is very upsetting for everyone.
There have been lots of tears obviously but I would never be so heartless to look at her and cry!
Im doing my upmost to support her and help finding products and advice that may help, which is why I posted on here in the first place.