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Exercise And Acne?

Hello! I have always been a pretty avid jogger. I like to go for a 30min run everyday. I was on Accutane 6 months, 4 years ago and never broke out when I jogged. However, this past summer, my m...

In forum Acne

12 years ago
Whats The Point Anymore?

I'm currently at that point as well. I've had all the emotions you could possibly have pertaining to acne. I've been truly depressed, I wouldn't eat anything for days because I was worried it would br...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

12 years ago
In Need Of Accutane Advise.

Hey all So, I recently started my second course of Accutane (40mg/day +Vitamin E/BC) and I'm just about done with my first month. I don't know exactly if I had an IB necessarily, I've had large, alm...

In forum Prescription acne medications

12 years ago
A Day And A Half Off Accutane...

I'm really worried too because I'm in a similar situation, except I have to go a whole week and a half without taking it! Since my dermatologist is going on a Christmas vacation and won't be back unti...

In forum Prescription acne medications

12 years ago
Accutane, We Meet Again!

Hey, you guys. I haven't made a post on here in a while, but since I am going on Accutane for a second time, I thought I could ask for advice or tips that anyone has who have been on Accutane twice. ...

In forum Prescription acne medications

12 years ago
What Do You Do To Keep Your Mind Off Of Your Skin?

Hey! So I have been really depressed here lately, and I cant seem to think of anything but how bad my skin looks. However playing guitar really seems to get my mind off everything, this keeps me from ...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

12 years ago
Best Solution For Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation\red Acne Scars?

I currently have a lot of inflammed red blotches on my chin, which I believe to be red scars left behind from a nasty break out. I have patiently waited about 5 months for them to fade and the have ba...

In forum Hyperpigmentation - red/dark marks

12 years ago
(Pics) Can Anyone Help?

You DO NOT need to see a dermatologist and you DON'T need to be using all kinds of different products on your face, it can cause irritation. Your skin is very healthy looking and nice, and your pimple...

In forum Acne

12 years ago
Could This Combination Of Medications Be Cuasing This?

I am currently on the birth control pill Yaz (have been for 3yrs), 100mg doxycycline hyclate twice a day (been on for a month), One a Day Teen multivitamen (statrted two weeks ago), and Tylenol PM for...

In forum Prescription acne medications

12 years ago
How Do You Cope With Having Bad Acne?

Hey, so I was just curious to see how other people cope or deal with having acne.   *What makes you feel better about it? *How severe is your acne? *Does your acne really affect you emotiona...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

12 years ago
Using Salicylic Acid (Meant For Warts) To Remove Acne And Red Scarring?

Hey, so I was wondering if using salicylic acid that was meant for warts would help fade my rd acne scars o dry up a couple current pimples I have. I have tried researching it but I wanted to know if ...

In forum Other acne treatments

12 years ago
I Feel Like An Ugly Monster

Maybe you should start seeing a therapist. I started having severe problems with body dysmorphia and OCD relating to my skin/acne last year. I was basically having panic attacks even over one small ma...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

12 years ago
Having A Good Time...ruined

Sometimes I hate teachers because of this reason. I've heard so many stories just like this. Assuming you were a sophomore or junior, I thought young people would have more maturity than that. And bes...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

12 years ago
Looking At Your Skin Really Close

I have't dared to go less then a foot away from the mirror in a VERY long time. Nor do I allow anyone else to. I don't even like to kiss people now.

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

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

Today, I feel like I have for the past couple weeks.. really depressed. I know it's sad and pathetic to be this down about it but it's just so hard to wake up in the morning and the first you see (and...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

12 years ago
Meanest thing that someone has said about your acne

"You think by wearing all that makeup, you're going to cover up your disgusting acne"   It still upsets me.

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

12 years ago
Has Anyone Else Got To The Stage Of Not Leaving The House?

I know EXACTLY what you mean. I have become so reclusive. I used to go for a long jog everyday around my neighborhood but I can't even manage to step outside without all my makeup being done. My skin ...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

12 years ago
Does Anyone Else Feel This Way?

I sooo understand the getting angry then taking it out on your skin. For me it would usually occur after a bunch of things were upsetting me then I went to the mirror and was reminded that I had yet a...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

12 years ago
Does Anyone Else Feel This Way?

(This just happens to be my very first forum so please bare with me) I have been suffering from acne from the age of 13. I developed nasty, red, inflammed nodular cyst that seemed to swallow my face...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

12 years ago
Red Marks After Acne On Sides Face.

Hey, so this post isn't to suggest something, I just wanted to let you know that your "scaring" isn't nearly as bad as some, and you have a nice complextion.

In forum Hyperpigmentation - red/dark marks

12 years ago