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Hyperpigmentation while on Accutane

Hey Everyone, I want something gentle to help with my hyperpigmentation, I am currently on the start of 4 months of accutane . My acne isn't completely gone but the left over marks are terrible and I ...

In forum Hyperpigmentation - red/dark marks

8 years ago
How ya feelin' about your acne today?

Everyday lately seems to be a struggle , I want to believe that accutane is going to clear me but staring my 4th month and I still have clogged pores , black heads, and milia . I shouldn't have had su...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

8 years ago
Spironolactone IB!?

Thank you both @CarpeMomentum @sararey My dermatologist actually took me off of spiro as I started to get a lot of side affects . Including nausea , migraines , a lot of light headedness and a loss of...

In forum Prescription acne medications

9 years ago
Best Cleanser You've used!?

On January 20, 2017 at 8:50 AM, TheBean said: I don't mean to offend anyone, but everything that's been listed here is chock-full of comedogenic ingredients. They would all break me out. The...

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

9 years ago
Best Face Mask??

21 hours ago, Adeel2111 said: Aloe vera mask is a pretty good option. Doesnt work for everyone but decent amount of people. Best part it has no side effects (except if its allergic reaction) ...

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

9 years ago
Best Face Mask??

I am looking to find a face mask that helps moisturize , rather then strip it from oils that won't cause a breakout and hopefully one that helps with shrinking pores. I have recently started accutane ...

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

9 years ago
CeraVe or Cetaphil?

49 minutes ago, shadylee said: I personally like cerave bc it has never broken me out, and I like the feeling of it. I have never tried the cetaphil tho. Awesome ! Do you use the lotion ...

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

9 years ago
CeraVe or Cetaphil?

I am lost as to what moisturizer to purchase.. So what product works to moisturizer better , without any extra break outs? CeraVe or Cetaphil?

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

9 years ago
Spironolactone IB!?

Hello ladies , I'm seeking personal experiences you've had using spiro! I've been on it for a month now , dermatologist had me on 25mg for 2 weeks then 50mg for 2 weeks and now 75mg for 4 weeks till ...

In forum Prescription acne medications

9 years ago
Ortho Tri Cyclen Breakout?! Please Help!

On September 14, 2015 at 2:57 PM, lizzzz said: Omg 7 months that's crazy! But I'm glad to hear you're clear! I'm just about to start month two and nothing has really changed. I do feel like it ...

In forum Hormonal acne

9 years ago
Best Moisturizers?

3 hours ago, WelcomeSmirk said: If I was using bp I'd definitely be using a moisturizer. I don't need one I spot treat with tea tree oil dilution combo with an essential oil which doesn't leav...

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

9 years ago
Best Moisturizers?

11 hours ago, WelcomeSmirk said: added: I also only clean my face twice a week with a clay mask that I do not let dry and a muslin cloth Apply jojoba oil mixture afterwards. I'm a male wh...

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9 years ago
Best Moisturizers?

4 minutes ago, WelcomeSmirk said: I'm going to hop off the cream and lotion train for a bit and use a spray mixed with aloe vera juice, jojoba oil, and rose water as a moisturizer. I'll let you...

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

9 years ago
Best Moisturizers?

For those of you that may have read my last post, Ive decided to slowly stop using The Exposed Care line. I contacted the company again yesterday and they said the same thing as before 5-6weeks is a g...

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

9 years ago
Birth control

Oh Okay , hows accutane working for you? My doctor told me first 3 months is on average when acne starts to improve on birth control, then i went back to tell him it isn't improving and he told me 3-6...

In forum Prescription acne medications

9 years ago
Birth control

On 2016-07-13 at 3:08 PM, Misssadsack said: I've heard mixed reviews about marvelon maybe ill just have to see for myself How didn't marvelon work for you ? I've been on it for four m...

In forum Prescription acne medications

9 years ago
Dianette To Marvelon

How did Marvelon work for you? I am on my 4th month, switched from ortho lo to marvelon. I believe this birth control hasn't improved my skin at all, it's actually worse.

In forum Prescription acne medications

9 years ago
Best Cleanser You've used!?

That makes sense , but at the same time if you want the product to last you longer and not irritate the skin isnt it best to use less? Just a thought

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

9 years ago
Best Cleanser You've used!?

Thank you everyone for your input! Also @essex11 I've learned less is more , so it's not necessary to put a lot of cleanser on. And be gentle while rubbing it into your skin. That's just what I've lea...

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

9 years ago
Best Cleanser You've used!?

Stephen J , Thank you for your input ! Which one is the "normal" Cetaphil cleanser? and Sa-man-duh I will check that out as well!

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

9 years ago
Best Cleanser You've used!?

I'm on my forth week using the exposed skin care line and my face is continuing to get worse. I'm wondering what are the best facial cleansers you have used ? Please share any and all ideas

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

9 years ago
Exposed Skin Care?

Hey All! I have recently started using the Exposed Skin Care line. Im on my third week, my face is breaking out worse then it ever has. I'm hoping/assuming this is the intial break out. I've heard fr...

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

9 years ago
Losing Hope on Treating my Acne

Thank you! I live in Canada so unfortunately none of those are in reach other then amazon. Is there any Canadian's out there that have heard of this at shoppers or rexall?

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9 years ago
Losing Hope on Treating my Acne

Where can I purchase these Hydrocolloid bandages?

In forum Acne

9 years ago
Losing Hope on Treating my Acne

Very interesting! I would attempt to try it but my skin is super sensitive. I'd be worried it would rip my skin/pimples off and I could have a reaction to the glue that's on the tape . But I'll keep i...

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9 years ago