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Oxytetracycline - Side Effects?

WEAR SUNBLOCK!!!   okay... it's not particularly sunny in the UK right now but thank you for the advice. Have you ever been on oxytetracycline?   No, but I have been on doxycycline

In forum Rosacea & facial redness

13 years ago
Oxytetracycline - Side Effects?

WEAR SUNBLOCK!!!

In forum Rosacea & facial redness

13 years ago
Extreme Redness On Both Sides Of My Face (Pics)

same thing happened to me! try using less benzoyl peroxide or using it every other day. hope this helps

In forum Rosacea & facial redness

13 years ago
Benezyol Peroxide

You are supposed to apply moisturizer 5-10 minutes after you apply Benzoyl Peroxide to your face.

In forum Rosacea & facial redness

13 years ago
Has Anyone Been To A Doctor Regarding Oily Skin?

I have! The first thing they put me on is Benzoyl Peroxide, works wonderfully... minus the redness and flaky skin.   I very much doubt Benzoyl Peroxide would reduce sebum production.   W...

In forum Oily skin

13 years ago
Has Anyone Been To A Doctor Regarding Oily Skin?

I have! The first thing they put me on is Benzoyl Peroxide, works wonderfully... minus the redness and flaky skin.   I very much doubt Benzoyl Peroxide would reduce sebum production.   W...

In forum Oily skin

13 years ago
Any Recommendations For A Gentle Face Wash?

Try going to the home page of the message board and scroll down to Mild to moderate acne - whiteheads, papules and pustules from there, go to the first post Biggest Mistakes People Make to Treat...

In forum Oily skin

13 years ago
Oily Skin After 1 Week Post Accutane 🙁

I heard that it takes a while for it to really kick in. Give it some more time, people usually see results after 3-4 weeks (with all acne products). Another factor that may be causing this is the fact...

In forum Oily skin

13 years ago
Has Anyone Been To A Doctor Regarding Oily Skin?

I have! The first thing they put me on is Benzoyl Peroxide, works wonderfully... minus the redness and flaky skin.

In forum Oily skin

13 years ago
Cool Or Hot Water?

Well according to www.health.howstuffworks.com, "the last thing you want to do is dry out your skin. If you do, it'll kick your sebaceous glands into overdrive" (Whitmore). Cite your sources? First ...

In forum Oily skin

13 years ago
Oil Control Film, Okay To Use?

I use these all the time and I love them! The Clean and Clear are really good. They're great to use in the middle of the day when your skin gets really oily and really convenient. Try not to use it mo...

In forum Oily skin

13 years ago
Cool Or Hot Water?

Never use hot water; hot water causes skin to become really dry and flakey. Due to dryness, your face can cause more oil than needed. Baloney! I don't think there's any kind of "feedback" system th...

In forum Oily skin

13 years ago
Cool Or Hot Water?

Never use hot water; hot water causes skin to become really dry and flakey. Due to dryness, your face can cause more oil than needed. Cool water is good to close pores. I have heard the lukewarm water...

In forum Oily skin

13 years ago
Oil Control Film, Okay To Use?

I use these all the time and I love them! The Clean and Clear are really good. They're great to use in the middle of the day when your skin gets really oily and really convenient. Try not to use it mo...

In forum Oily skin

13 years ago
Has Anyone Tried A Liver Cleanse For Oily Skin?

I've heard that liver cleanses are really good for acne. Also, I've heard that it can be dangerous if you don't properly liver cleanse. To play it safe, I think it would best if you asked your doctor ...

In forum Oily skin

13 years ago
Does Sebum Help "moisturize" The Skin?

To a certain extent, I believe that sebum does help moisturize the skin but if you overproduce sebum, that's when you feel the tight/dry feeling.

In forum Oily skin

13 years ago
My Progress With Tretinoin .1% (And Now Acanya)

Nice! I use tretinoin too! Only bad thing about it is that it makes your face red :/

In forum Acne Scars

13 years ago
Lavender Oil And Tto

Question, Do you apply the honey after you wash your face or before?

In forum Oily skin

13 years ago
Facial Redness Due To Benzoyl Peroxide

Hi, I've noticed that my face would get really red after I apply benzoyl peroxide in the morning. Is there a way I can soothe the redness? I use 5% benzoyl peroxide and neutrogena ultra sheer SPF 8...

In forum Rosacea & facial redness

13 years ago
White/flesh Color Not Inflamed Bumps On Chin

I have the same problem except they're on my cheek, they're kinda like black heads. I just pop mines

In forum Acne

13 years ago
Sunscreen Suggestions?

Anyone know any good sunscree/sunblock that doesn't clog pores? I currently use Neutrogena Ultra-Sheer but it's a bit too thick and it makes my face red.

In forum Acne

13 years ago
Does using computers too long cause acne?

Some people can get acne from usin computers, some people don't. For example, professional Starcraft players. They play around 10 hours a day with little to no acne. Google eGidra or eghuk or rootdest...

In forum Acne

13 years ago
Is Your Acne Worse In Winter Or Summer?

My acne gets worse in the winter; I think it's because the cold makes my face dry and irritated

In forum Acne

13 years ago
Starving Yourself Or Not Eating Much = Higher Chance Of Scarring?

I agree with the perso above, why would you starve yourself? Unless you're fasting. But yeah, I heard that if you don't get enough nutrients in your body, it's possible

In forum Acne

13 years ago
Will My Acne Go Away When I'm Older

I think it depends on genetics; some people stop getting acne after puberty, some people continue to have acne. One of the best way to see if you'll stop getting acne when you're older is to see if yo...

In forum Acne

13 years ago