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Scar/red Mark Really Down 🙁 Please Help

you've got some rolling and boxcar scars- not super deep, but they are there   I'm a fan of derma stamping, if you don't have a lot of money this is the way to go- read up on the owndoc.com fo...

In forum Hyperpigmentation - red/dark marks

10 years ago
Acne Cyst Left Me With A Hole In My Skin

a couple rounds of subscision would help, or saline injections....find a good derm you trust   color is good, and it's an even rolling scar, these can be treated

In forum Acne

10 years ago
13 Year Old Daugther On 40 Mg Zenatane

good luck to your daughter, and to YOU- what a wonderful parent to be on here to help her with the journey   I've read many posts about 'my parents won't help, don't understand'....she's lucky ...

In forum Accutane (isotretinoin) logs

10 years ago
Debating If I Should Start My Treatment Of Accutane

there are many ways to do a treatment, if your doctor is going to put you on 80 mg a day for 3 months, I'd say NO WAY   look into a lower dose, maybe 20 mg a day and go slow and steady- you'll ...

In forum Accutane (isotretinoin) logs

10 years ago
Acne Cyst On Cheek

hey as I recall you did a round of Accutane, how did that work for you?   and yes, it never fails, when an important occasion pops up, of course a massive cyst in a spot you can't miss   i...

In forum Adult acne

10 years ago
How To Fade Rolling Scars

so step one, if you get these again, do not pop them even if they leak....things that treat rolling scars can't be done until you are sure those cysts are flat and gone- messing with treatments now w...

In forum Acne Scars

10 years ago
Staining Clothes

nope...maybe you could do only the BP at night and try something else during the day, like the AHA from acne.org, that will not stain, and I think it does a brilliant job on acne and red marks   ...

In forum Acne.org products

10 years ago
Low Dose Accutane

the theory is that it is all about cumulative dosing, and at a low dose it will take much longer to clear...but side effects are noticeably lower   after a miserable experience with it myself, I...

In forum Acne

10 years ago
Depressed About Acne Scars

okay it looks like the temple areas are the worst part and yes you'll need to do something   if you can talk your parents into it, great, go talk to an experienced derm about the options   ...

In forum Acne Scars

10 years ago
Got Those Scars And Damaged Skin, Any Suggestion To Fix That?

lemon juice and aloe won't help here if you have money then go see a derm about options, lasers if you don't then go to the owndoc.com forum and read up about dermarolling or derma stamping- or even n...

In forum Acne Scars

10 years ago
Msm Face Cream For Acne Scars?

I am absolutely convinced that you can find anything on the internet, acne scar and acne cures I've read this as well, it does take time- it makes sense completely, but I would combine it with another...

In forum Acne Scars

10 years ago
In Hell; Cortisone Injections Making Acne Cysts Worse. Something Is Wrong With My Immune System.

my heart goes out to you- so consider yourself hugged, a big hug how is your diet? ditch dairy for 30 days and see what happens, if no change then ditch gluten for 30 days and see what happens...thos...

In forum Acne

10 years ago
Red Inflamed Scarring On Chest

if you aren't in the US you need to look for a 10% glycolic acid...again the acne.org one is good because it won't trigger other acne   and don't skip a day ever....morning and night (if you wor...

In forum Acne Scars

10 years ago
2.0 Derma Roller At Home....safe?

I've only used the 1.5mm, and I worked up to that   if you are an experienced user and you are keeping things sterile and are meticulous about cleaning your skin prior, then you proceed at your ...

In forum Acne Scars

10 years ago
Red Inflamed Scarring On Chest

I like an AHA like the one on this site acne.org AHA or use the Alpha Hydrox one...my skin is tough, especially my back chest and shoulders and I use this twice a day...every day   seriously try...

In forum Acne Scars

10 years ago
Please Help Me Someone

okay can you do this for us, can you post a picture? not a full face but the area you think is the worst part   then we can better help you....there are some cheaper things you can do but reall...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

10 years ago
My Dermatologist And Parents Are Forcing Me To Eat Foods That Will Trigger Acne?

no one can tell you how your body will react to any food...it just doesn't work that way   gluten and dairy absolutely are an issue for me and trigger cysts....I know this, and my dermatologist ...

In forum Diet & holistic health

10 years ago
Severe Neck Acne, Cystic/nodule?, Advice? (Pictures)

yes, been there but also had cysts on the jawline....yes get an apt w/ a derm ASAP - you will likely have to start with antibiotics and topicals before you get Accutane   Accutane is a miracle f...

In forum Back/Body/Neck acne

10 years ago
Severe Cystic Acne On Cheeks And Jawline

Male or female?...if female you can try Spiro   Of course the big gun is Accutane, and for cystic acne it really should be considered- works for most very well- it is the miracle drug....for me...

In forum Adult acne

10 years ago
Will Dermarolling/needling Help My Scars?

wow you look GREAT, good skin tone, I see one deeper mark, which you could talk about subscision or filler?   I am a dermastamp fan, only focusing on areas that need work, and I follow up with c...

In forum Acne Scars

10 years ago
Why I Drain My Cysts And Nodules (And Would Encourage Others To Do The Same!)

when I get them, and I have had many, they are so deep under the skin, I can't imagine being able to puncture down that deeply   I take it you puncture it with a very thin needle then squeeze ge...

In forum Acne

10 years ago
Tca Brand

get the 20 and dilute to 18 with distilled water....easy enough- you are smart to go slow, most of the problems with peels are going too fast, and not spot testing first   I had the 12.5% did no...

In forum Acne Scars

10 years ago
Thinking Of Quitting My Job Because Of Acne/stress?

No one can really give you that advice, but I would tell you not to quit because of acne- if you need the money you need to work, and you have a job, it's that simple   I personally think given ...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

10 years ago
Bellafill Permanent Filler Pics

I think you look great....interesting that Bellafill isn't new, not at all, it is Artefill, and the reviews always scared me to death.   But somehow that company went belly up, and was purchased...

In forum Acne Scars

10 years ago
20 Years Acne / Weather

so many things that it could be, but salt and sun are usually great, in moderation   I've always wondered about the fluoride in the water, if you live in a country that fluoridates it....for our...

In forum Adult acne

10 years ago