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Thanks. I might try needling as I think I have a basic grasp of the method behind healing scars (induce wound to stimulate collagen renewal etc- just a bit scared of doing it myself!). I get upset abo...

Hey thanks for the reply. I tried dermaflage but I couldn't get it to sit well on my skin, I liked the idea of it but sadly the reality was that it ended up looking very unnatural.

Hi Everyone, I completed accutane a year ago and things for the most part went well. I do however have a scar that is right between my eyes that causes me considerable distress. I think its an ice-pi...

Its been quite a while since I last posted on here. In september 2012 I started a course of accutane in order to try and overcome the difficulties I've had with my skin for the last 11 years. The trea...

I have a lot of sympathy for the OP in this thread and I think some of the replies haven't really tried to explore the OP's psychological state of mind at all, which seems to be the key issue to his p...

Dark chocolate (70% and above) is anti-inflammatory and can have beneficial effects on your heart and skin. Other kinds of chocolate (milk, white etc) are often loaded with sugars, preservatives and g...

I'm 25, had acne for 10 years. I've managed to get it under control for the most part in the last 6 months, having gone through accutane and made certain dietary revisions. I've had several jobs in my...

I think this question can only be satisfactorily answered by examining the correlation between having clear skin and happiness. Do we need clear skin in order to be happy? That question will get a mil...

Just wanted to pitch in and say that I am totally clear using this diet! I have been on accutane but had to come off it a little while ago as it was leading to extreme dryness. I used to eat a ton of ...

I have a cyst on my cheek that appeared last night, the damn thing is probably going to scar. Oh well, gotta keep on smiling

The psychology behind acne is really interesting. Often the physical impact of acne is superseded by the psychological damage it can inflict, although I do agree with the above poster that this can de...

I'm curious if anyone here has noticed a significant reduction in their acne from incorporating thyme into their diet. I remember reading an article in the paper a few months ago about the vast benefi...

Hey man, just wanted to say your not alone! By the sounds of it your acne is similar to how mine was for a long time. Have you been to your GP to discuss the issue? I really advise you to do so if you...

Hey Houston sorry for the late reply. I've been taking accutane for 6 weeks now, for the most part my skin has responded very well to the treatment. Side effects were: pretty bad IB (initial breakout)...

rentedname: There is an epistemic distinction between having goals and dreams you want to achieve and being psychologically attached to those objectives to the point where you can't conceive of your...

For many years all I thought I got from acne was feeling bitter and angry- what it really taught me, however, was that nothing in life is permanent. Thoughts, ideas, emotions, people, buildings, cultu...

To the OP: Hey man just wanted to wish you the best of luck and to keep hanging in there! Are you still using Differin? I think that can be quite an effective topical treatment if it is given a chan...

Hey welcome to the forum! Seeing as you've had acne throughout your youth and at 26 still getting breakouts, I would venture to say that your acne is probably related to genetics- adult acne can be ...

Day 32: Wow its been quite a while since I updated this, I've been through some very stressful experiences in the last few weeks such as moving into my new apartment and starting my Postgrad course ...

To the OP: I'm sorry that your dealing with cystic acne, I have had my fair share of severe acne over the years and I definitely understand the pain that accompanies it. Cystic acne is your body's ...

I feel so much empathy with everyone who has posted in this thread. Its very difficult to persevere when something so visible is deemed to be socially unacceptable, but what other choice really is the...

Really admire your attitude asleeper, I'm dealing with a terrible IB as well at the moment and have to remind myself that it is only temporary, clear skin will hopefully will be the prize for all this...

Good luck man, I was really impressed you went to V whilst on tane! I often go to download fest and I just can't imagine being on this drug whilst being in a tent/ without anywhere to wash etc. I see ...

Thanks ClearDreaming, I don't really have anyone who I can talk to about my skin so having this board is a life-saver. Today is just one of those days where I can't face the world. Yeah camping is a f...

Day 8: Really struggling the last few days. I've had a terrible breakout of cysts that look and feel awful. My skin hasn't looked this bad in about 3 years- I don't know how I'm going to make it int...