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Resenting Parents

Links, please? Even so, I am highly skeptical. I've had enough experience with this condition (and been scarred by it) to witness firsthand that in all likelihood, acne is borne out of the gut micr...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

5 years ago
I feel sure I'll have acne forever.

Thus far, dietary modifications and other facial cleansers are the primary ways to treat acne. I have a feeling that this disease won't progress until microbiota research itself does. And that may be ...

In forum Acne

5 years ago
What would your life be like if you never had acne?

A lot less stress and more time focusing on shit that matters. But i've been able to see acne for what it is - a disease with roots in the gut. And science will confirm that sooner or later. I...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

6 years ago
What is it with the ''upside'' logic in the acne community?

It can help you develop a better character and be less judgemental I suppose but for the most part acne just sucks dick. I do agree with the thought that inflammation can only really be a bad thing. T...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

6 years ago
Living in hell - HUGE acne wound on chest

Damn bro, that's wicked. Don't know what to say, other than good luck.

In forum Back/Body/Neck acne

6 years ago
Acne Breakout? Or Rash? Help!

Almost looks like a light case of impetigo.

In forum Acne

6 years ago
Low Glutathione May Be A Cause Of Acne

Antioxidants are beneficial for acne to the extent that they help prevent oxidative damage to sebum which ultimately allows P. acnes to colonize pores. This is fairly accurate. Only part of the story ...

In forum Acne

6 years ago
Radiation=Acne?

Nonsense. Acne was around in the days before TV and computers became so common. There are studies dating back to the 1930's, etc. Hell, the use of probiotics to treat the condition go that far...

In forum Acne

6 years ago
Genetic acne, accutane and dating

The microbiota that eventually develops within the gut is passed from mother to child. Diet later influences said microbes as does environment. Though I'd say diet is probably the strongest influence ...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

6 years ago
How to boost Collagen

It's been said that Vitamin C is typically helpful for that. I'd also throw in Zinc as well.

In forum Diet & holistic health

6 years ago
Genetic acne, accutane and dating

Acne is indeed a disease. However, it is not genetic. I strongly believe that. People do all sorts of stuff to "cure" it but it won't work. Diet is effective, no doubt. But, it's not a cure-al...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

6 years ago
What kind of acne is this?

It looks like you're drying out and peeling. How often to do you wash? EDIT: ah, nevermind. Re-read the post. In my experience though, I don't really notice a clear distinction between...

In forum Acne

6 years ago
31 year old female dating for the first time... In desperate need of advice and support

Fair enough. You could always send one via IM if that worries you. But the reason I say to do that is because sometimes people are way more critical of themselves than other people are. There ...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

6 years ago
31 year old female dating for the first time... In desperate need of advice and support

I've said before, acne can really deliver a hit to your self-confidence. But since none of us know what sort of situtation you're dealing with, can you post a recent pic?

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

6 years ago
Acne is a normal part of life

Very much agreed.

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

6 years ago
31 year old female dating for the first time... In desperate need of advice and support

From what I can see in your profile picture, you seem cute to me   Don't worry girl, there's a man out there for you. Just put yourself out there best you can, be bubbly and flirty ...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

6 years ago
I have a date with a girl who only saw me from a distance , she does not know I have scars.

Acne can really do a hit on your self confidence... That said, fuck it man, confidence is #1. Repeat that to yourself until you believe it. And then roll up those sleeves and hit her up. I've ...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

6 years ago
Skin Diseases Cured with Hydrochloric Acid Supplements

Humans throughout history have never needed supplements. It's simple: consume salt. Salt is Sodium CHLORIDE. Thus, it helps hydroCHLORIC acid production. Moreover, unless it's been demonstrate...

In forum Diet & holistic health

6 years ago
Vitamin D Has Cured Me Of Oily Skin And Acne

Getting sun is good, but vitamin D will not cure you of acne.

In forum Diet & holistic health

6 years ago
ANNOYING RAZOR BUMPS!

Tips: 1. Shave "with the grain" (direction of hair growth, WTG) 2. Light touch 3. Never shave over the same area twice. If you really need to, apply more moist lather over the area befor...

In forum Shaving

6 years ago
Vitamin e supplements giving me acne

I tend to experience the same with the Omega fats. I typically eat a lot of eggs though, and have not seen that they make acne worse for me. I've been eating at least 3 scrambled eggs a day for years....

In forum Diet & holistic health

6 years ago
Fecal Microbiota Transplant (FMT) for acne. Discuss...

Sounds like a reasonable question: which species are being introduced? A lot of us take probiotics (which are based almost always on Lactobacillus type organisms). The issue with that I suppos...

In forum Diet & holistic health

6 years ago
Vitamin e supplements giving me acne

Vitamin E is very unlikely to be giving you trouble. Unless it's mixed in some carrier oil. All in all, vitamin E is an antioxidant. Like I say, drop the supplements. There is nothing on a she...

In forum Diet & holistic health

6 years ago
Resenting Parents

I feel your pain. We all do. This disease is one huge pile of bullshit. I know I will not miss it one damn bit. But acne is not genetic. Period. There is a reason it affects primarily western ...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

6 years ago
Acne is a normal part of life

Just curious what your thoughts are on the idea that acne, as told by many healthcare practitioners, is a normal part of adolescence or growing up or whatever you want to call it. Personally, ...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

6 years ago