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What type of chemical peel did you get?

In forum Adult acne

10 years ago
Using Apply Cider Vinegar vs other toner for clogged pores

Coconut oil clogs pores and apple cider vinegar is actually irritating to the skin. You should just use what you were using before.

In forum Adult acne

10 years ago
Purging with PC Clear 2% salicylic acid exfolation

That same thing would happen to me every time I used SA. So I just avoid it now. Maybe twice a day is too much for you? Try just using it every other day. The whole purging thing confuses me still. A ...

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

10 years ago
Retinol: Need Advice

I used Epiduo for about a year and absolutely loved it. Like you said it does even out the skin tone nicely but it can be drying due to the benzoyl peroxide. Ive never heard of the Neutrogena retino...

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

10 years ago
Orange Peel Texture

I've used Epiduo before and never had any problems luckily. My skin did get a little dry from it sometimes so i would do a hydrating mask 3 times a week with regular ol jergens cold cream until the dr...

In forum Rosacea & facial redness

10 years ago
What could have caused my breakouts??

Its most likely stress. Does your tea contain a lot of caffeine?

In forum Diet & holistic health

10 years ago
What scars are these? (Pictures included)

Before you go derma rolling or using chemical peels like TCA I would try prescription topical retinoids. Something like micro dermabrassion can help too. Make sure to use sunscreen as well. I bought m...

In forum Acne Scars

10 years ago
What has happened this forum1?

This forum has always been like this! That's why I left for a long time. One time this guy thought he had pimples on his penis and posted a picture of it on here!!!

In forum Acne Scars

10 years ago
Pores on face filled with sebum (hard, white, stringy). Every pore I squeeze stuff comes out...bumpy surface all over face etc

Shave with cold cream and use cold cream to cleanse your face. I use jergens cold cream but you could use Nivea or ponds.   Just follow the directions on the back of the tub and as for shaving, ...

In forum Acne

11 years ago
Anything At All To Speed Up Cysts Going Away?

Forget the ice use heat! Doing warm compresses works better. Should come to a head in a couple weeks or come to the surface enough to drain it. Let your lymphatic system do most of the work for you. A...

In forum Acne

11 years ago
Derm Recommended Only Face Wipes?

Face wipes really don't do anything but wipe away surface debris. Even though your face is clear now, you want to keep it that way! Just cleaning the top and neglecting whats in your pores doesn't mak...

In forum Acne

11 years ago
Seriously? Nothing Works!

I am honestly tired. I do not know what bacteria is on my skin, and why it goes so deep in my pores. But nothing works. Natural products, OTC products, antibiotics, diet change (no dairy, no gluten,...

In forum Acne

11 years ago
Help With Really Congested Skin?

Hi all, I'm fortunate that since going on Diannette, I don't get much inflamed acne anymore apart from the odd cyst here and there. But I still have crazy congested skin. This is mostly on my chin whe...

In forum Acne

11 years ago
Epsom Salt For Everyday Use?

Its best to just take a nice hot bath in it for 20-30 mins a couple times a week. Or you can pour some epsom salt In a bowl and add some hot water, soak a clean wash cloth in it, ring it out and drape...

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

11 years ago
Desperate To Pinpoint The Cause Of My Breakouts (Pics Included)

Try hot/cold showers. It's where you switch between really warm shower water and cold shower water several times, always ending with cold water.   Focus on the neck, back, armpits, chest, stomac...

In forum Acne

11 years ago
Closed Comedones And Retnoid

How about you try only using the retin a couple times a week.     I am 25 and suffer from closed comedones as well. The only thing that completely got rid of mine was bactrim(its an antib...

In forum Adult acne

11 years ago
Skin Purging

I don't really believe in skin purging from topicals. I've used all kinds of stuff for acne, you name it ive probably tried it.   This "purging" of the skin is really just irritation. You're irr...

In forum Acne

11 years ago
I'm Only 10 And I Have Awful Skin?

I can recommend you something! Try natures cure for females. You can buy it online at Walmart. You might be able to pick it up in the store as well. It's not very expensive. The pills are basically a ...

In forum Acne

11 years ago
Cerave Lotion A Lie?

Pure vegetable glycerin mixed with water works amazing. It doesn't clog your pores like everyone thinks.

In forum Cosmetics & grooming

12 years ago
A Nice, Soothing Makeup Remover?

Plain Greek yogurt

In forum Cosmetics & grooming

12 years ago
Makeup Remover?

I use regular ol jergens cold cream for my eyes. Doesn't irritate me one bit. I have used noxema for my face and it works, don't get it near your eyes. Baby wipes work good. Cetaphil cleanser works pr...

In forum Cosmetics & grooming

12 years ago
Suggestions For Bb Creams Or Foundation?

Tarte Amazonian clay bb cream. You'll love it! Buildable coverage dries to a nice silky matte finish, long wearing and helps the skin.

In forum Cosmetics & grooming

12 years ago
Aha Or Bha? What Should I Try For My Skin?

Mandelic acid really is a well kept secret, I don't know why more people don't try it, it doesn't dry the skin out but fights acne and smooths the skin, even after a week you notice the difference! ...

In forum Acne

12 years ago
Tiny Comedonal Bumps Everywhere S.o.s!

Don't pick at them it can cause them to become inflamed. +1. Still trying to fight away my hands from picking at pimples on my face. It just feels natural, but will always lead to worse things. Y...

In forum Acne

12 years ago
Oil Cleansing Method

Hi guys, I started doing the oil cleansing method 3 months ago on jojoba oil. The first month was amazing, my skin cleared up. Then the breakouts started... I've been using pure which hazel as a tone...

In forum Other acne treatments

12 years ago