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Computer Screens Bad For Sensitive Skin?

This is a crazy thing with no real evidence to back it up. The only thing that could be a possibility here are playing computer games which supposedly have an impact on testosterone levels. I wou...

In forum Acne

13 years ago
Stopping Accutane For Laser... Then Resuming Again

You should focus on one thing at a time, the main one being the acne its self which is why you are taking Accutane. Once you have completed your course then you should look in to options such as as La...

In forum Prescription acne medications

13 years ago
Skincare After Accutane Course

Hi, could you please tell me more about retin A, i remember after my first course my derm didn't mention anything about it?   Retin-A is a brand name for Tretinoin which is the acid form of Vit...

In forum Prescription acne medications

13 years ago
Skincare After Accutane Course

You should defiantly keep up a good skin care routine post Accutane. You should still cleanse and moisturise twice a day. Everyone, acne prone or not should always use a moisturiser. Some peop...

In forum Prescription acne medications

13 years ago
What To Do After Accutane

What was your dose on Accutane? It could be likely that the root cause of your acne problem isn't due to highly over-active sebaceous glands (hormonal), but could be stress or diet related (or both...

In forum Prescription acne medications

13 years ago
What Can I Do About Incredibly Large Nose Pores?

Learn to live with it and keep them clear! There are topical products available over the counter that reduce the appearance of pore size, but they don't shrink them. Usually you can find facial cle...

In forum Acne

13 years ago
What Is Bb Cream?

I'm a guy and use Lab Series For Men BB Tinted Moisturiser with SPF 35. ClearDreaming is spot on. A BB Cream is a tinted cream with ingredients which help to fight and prevent blemishes and ageing....

In forum Cosmetics & grooming

13 years ago
White Heads And Rubbing Alcohol?

I had a nightmare with whiteheads before I started Accutane. I can remember waking up every morning with about 10 to 15 whiteheads around my mouth and upper lip. It was horrible. I used to do the same...

In forum Acne

13 years ago
Should I Pop My Shoulder Acne?

Try treating them with a medicated body wash, either containing Benzoyl Peroxide or Salicylic Acid.   Popping normally increases the risk of scarring.

In forum Back/Body/Neck acne

13 years ago
Beautiful Skin/joint Pain

I've been having success with Omega 3,6,9 capsules. I take 3 a day as recommended. I've only suffered from minor lower back pain whilst taking tane.

In forum Prescription acne medications

13 years ago
Poll: When Did Your Initial Breakout Occur?

I'm having somewhat of a breakout now, around about two weeks in to my course. It's calming down quite considerably though.

In forum Prescription acne medications

13 years ago
Jake's Uk Post-Accutane Log

Day 4, Week 1 Wahey, it's working! Well, it's kicked in at least, I woke up this morning to cracked corners of my lips. I was getting a bit worried that it wasn't taking effect so it's reassuring. My ...

In forum Accutane (isotretinoin) logs

13 years ago
Jake's Uk Post-Accutane Log

You're on the same dose as me, and I'm in the UK too. I love the NHS! Good luck with your course, I look forward to reading your log

In forum Accutane (isotretinoin) logs

13 years ago
Is Anyone Else Scared Of The Dentist Because Of Your Acne?

I actually enjoy the dentist. I like the after taste that dentist gloves leaves behind... I may just be the only one Perhaps you could book early appointments so you can do the regimen after you ge...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

13 years ago
Does Bp Darken Your Skin?

I had this problem when I used PanOxyl 2.5% and 5% BP. Other brands I've not really had an issue with.

In forum Acne

14 years ago
Do I Have To Put The Moisturizer On The Dry Benzoyl Peroxide Or Do I Have To Rinse ?

whatthekell is spot on, the sequence should follow... Cleanse > Apply treatment > wait 5-10 minutes > apply moisturiser

In forum The Regimen

14 years ago
Tea Tree Oil

You can also mix 100% TTO with your normal day-to-day moisturiser. I normally only add one drop per pump of moisturiser.

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

14 years ago
Face Itchy, Red And Eyes Swollen From The Regimen

How is that jumping to a con STOP USING IT!!!! That reaction is your body's way of saying that it's allergic to The Regimen. Benzoyl Peroxide is VERY STRONG and can really damage skin - trust me, ...

In forum The Regimen

14 years ago
Face Itchy, Red And Eyes Swollen From The Regimen

STOP USING IT!!!! That reaction is your body's way of saying that it's allergic to The Regimen. Benzoyl Peroxide is VERY STRONG and can really damage skin - trust me, I've used it many times and not o...

In forum The Regimen

14 years ago
I Am Acne-Prone And I Want To Build Muscles, How?

Stop taking the supps for a week and see if your acne improves. If it does, it could be the supps causing your breakouts, in which case you can look for supplements that don't cause you breakouts. Tri...

In forum Acne

14 years ago
I Am Acne-Prone And I Want To Build Muscles, How?

Hey Whey protein is a food, a supplement just contains a higher concentrated amount. I've never heard whey protein to be a cause of acne but It could be something else in the supplement that could c...

In forum Acne

14 years ago
I Am Acne-Prone And I Want To Build Muscles, How?

Whey protein does not effect hormonal levels. Weight lifting however increases testosterone levels, but those levels return to normal shortly after you finish a workout. Do you take whey protein wit...

In forum Acne

14 years ago
What Causes Acne In These Places?

Hey, do you shave? They look quite inflamed.

In forum Acne

14 years ago
Starting The Regimen Today!

Thank you! I'm religiously following the steps. It's nice to come on here and see such strict guidelines-- with other products I felt like I had to figure everything out on my own, which never result...

In forum The Regimen

14 years ago
Starting The Regimen Today!

good luck with the regimen, i'll just echo what has already been said. Follow the steps accurately enough, and don't be tempted to change or add variables until you're skin is clear of active acne!

In forum The Regimen

14 years ago