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Could Aldactone cause me to break out more?

On June 28, 2016 at 6:20 PM, kw1822 said: Hi! I was on Minocycline for 2 years with no relief. A new dermatologist started me on Aldactone about 2 weeks ago. I had been tracking my breakouts...

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9 years ago
How long should I leave acne medication on my face?

12 hours is the standard time. So, say you wake up at 7am. Wash your face, apply Acanya. Then at 7pm, wash your face, apply Atralin. On June 30, 2016 at 2:14 PM, CittyKats said: I have re...

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9 years ago
Possible Side Effects 1 Day After Accutane

On June 30, 2016 at 2:36 PM, BenderFan said: Hi, new member. Figured I'm gonna need an account here if I'll be taking Accutane (Myorisan really) for a while. After trying all the other treatmen...

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9 years ago
Please help with cystic acne swelling eye

You should REALLY try to get into the doctor and get a cortisone shot. Swelling near your eye can be very dangerous. If you absolutely CAN'T get to the doctor, do this: Ibuprofen 2x a day Zinc once a ...

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9 years ago
Please give suggestions! Pics

16 hours ago, snarkygirl said: I started breaking out worse about a week ago, got these inflamed, filled cysts on my jawline and lower cheeks. Does this look like its hormonal or from food? Sor...

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9 years ago
I need help(pics included)

On 6/15/2016 at 9:02 PM, CoolEscape said: Liquid bandaid works wonders for me!!! And it's easy to cover up! I've never heard of it. Where do you buy it?

In forum Skin picking

9 years ago
Best CHEMICAL exfoliant?

Hey everyone. What's a good chemical exfoliant that I can use? I've been eyeing some by Paula's Choice, and one by Sunday Riley, but I'm not sure which one to buy. I get nodules, and cysts(no white he...

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9 years ago
Random Cystic Acne-- Is it hormonal or dietary?

It really wouldn't hurt to try an elimination diet. Google has some great information on how those work. You said you consume Soy. That can be a big trigger of hormonal acne in women. You might want t...

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9 years ago
Face Wash Suggestions Please 🙂

I personally have found that my skin responds best to Konjac Sponges. They are awesome. You don't need to use a cleanser with one, the konjac sponge actually cleans your face for you while GENTLY exfo...

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9 years ago
Losing it

3 hours ago, MissSac17 said: Guys, I honestly need help. I am.so far gone in my depression it is literally killing me. There isn't a day that goes by without thinking how much I don't want to b...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

9 years ago
Oatmeal mask for rosacea? Advice?

On May 29, 2016 at 10:52 AM, snarkygirl said: My boyfriend has rosacea and I have oily skin. I made an oatmeal mask with these ingredients oatmeal milk grean tea raw honey i put...

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9 years ago
Best Cruelty-free moisturizer?

31 minutes ago, hopeless87 said: i looked it up the eltamd on cosdna and it doesnt actually look too bad Yeah, I did a good amount of research before I bought it. It has great reviews ever...

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9 years ago
How can I know if a cyst is developing?

Yes, mine hurt. However, everyone is different so it still could become a cyst or nodule. It's best to treat it now since it's small. You can apply some BP on it after you ice it.

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9 years ago
SOMEONE HELP

On June 4, 2016 at 11:41 AM, cp11447 said: someone please help me I need to heal this and don't know how Put some raw honey(manuka is the best) on it, trust me it helps. But, it re...

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9 years ago
I need help(pics included)

35 minutes ago, kasyani said: I will do  anything like you rather than have a big cystic spot,I don't get many spots now but when I get a big one I slice it open with a razor blade ...

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9 years ago
Should I go on accutane ?

19 hours ago, Maymaysmom said: My daughter is twelve and has had bad cystic acne for a year. She started her period as well almost a year ago. I have tried so many different products on her and...

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9 years ago
How can I know if a cyst is developing?

2 hours ago, Gunner23 said: I feel something hard under my skin on my right cheek, is it a cyst? And if it is a cyst what can I do to prevent it? For me, my cysts feel itchy and sore befor...

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9 years ago
Best Cruelty-free moisturizer?

11 hours ago, Angelinna said: Purified Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Isononanoate, Niacinamide, Lauryl PEG-9 Polymethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Piptadeni...

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9 years ago
I need help(pics included)

I need to stop picking. Does anyone have any tips for pickers? I don't know how to stop. I have been diagnosed with OCD so I struggle with the compulsion to pick anytime I have...

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9 years ago
Are there natural ways to get rid of hormonal acne?

14 minutes ago, snarkygirl said: 12 hours ago, MonroeQT said: Yes! I've been consuming a cup of matcha green tea every day, and it seems to really help me.  My breakout...

In forum Diet & holistic health

9 years ago
Breakouts after 1 year on regime???

On June 6, 2016 at 10:47 AM, linpasta said: Hi everyone, I'm female, at her early 20s and have been on the regime for 1 year now. During that period I had the best skin (had acne since i was...

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9 years ago
Should I go on accutane ?

7 hours ago, Sue7 said: Hey people, I am in a dilemma, I have had reoccurring acne since last 6 years. I am 24 now. This January I had severe acne all over my face. The acnes are half gone, but...

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9 years ago
Are there natural ways to get rid of hormonal acne?

8 hours ago, Amberhay said: Hi! I'm 18 years old and currently struggling with what I think it's hormonal acne. I have it on the sides of my chin and on my forehead, but it's not that bad up th...

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9 years ago
What other tips when going on Accutane?

Well, I was on a very high dose for a long period of time because my acne was very severe so my experience may be different than yours. But in my experience, my skin was always cracked and it bled, a ...

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9 years ago
A healthy food I cannot make myself eat is...

Cauliflower. I had a bad experience when I was a kid(food poisoning from mold), and to this day I can't even look at it without gagging. I've never tried Kale but I heard Kale chips were good. I subsc...

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9 years ago