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What were your first couple weeks of Accutane like?

I started Accutane today. I know it's different for everyone, but just want to hear about what I might expect in the next 2 weeks! I normally tan and don't burn, but I'm going to a tropical place next...

In forum Prescription acne medications

5 years ago
Chronic Redness Whenever I Smile, Move My Face, Etc?

I don't think so, all I'm using is Derma E problem skin cleanser, which has really reduced dryness in my skin (about 2 months ago I was using a Neutrogena cleanser that did dry out my skin) and moistu...

In forum Rosacea & facial redness

12 years ago
Chronic Redness Whenever I Smile, Move My Face, Etc?

So whenever I smile the area of skin that had to move in order to smile is very red when I un-smile. Also, if I bend my head down just slightly for even just a couple seconds, when I lift my head up m...

In forum Rosacea & facial redness

12 years ago
Post Your Anti-Picking Strategies!

Seems stupid and hypocritical how I can advise and support others, yet I'm so bad at following my own advice and supporting myself. I guess it really does come down to finding your own best strategy,...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

12 years ago
Post Your Anti-Picking Strategies!

Thanks guys! My biggest triggers are stress and boredom too. I already wrote this in my personal log, but my newest approach is a sort of reward/punishment system. I won't let myself go shopping with ...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

12 years ago
Post Your Anti-Picking Strategies!

Some ones I've heard: - put a rubber band/ hair tie around your wrist and snap it when you feel the urge to pick - avoid mirrors - cut nails short to avoid further damage - when you must be in fr...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

12 years ago
Oil of Olay Regenerist

I was under the impression that the Regenerist line was mainly for anti-aging (which I'm pretty sure it is) but can see how that would be good to use even if you aren't experiencing wrinkles, etc....b...

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

12 years ago
i'm clear using head and shoulder shampoo

I really need to try this! There are sooo many reasons: a) I have acne b) It may be folliculitus c) I have mild dandruff lately too so I could use it on my hair as well!

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

12 years ago
The Awkward Moment When... (Play It Fun)

When you wear a jacket with pockets for the sole purpose of hiding concealer and powder in them so you can pretend to need the bathroom during class and go apply them. Also, when you go in the schoo...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

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

Wow, this thread was originally made in 2009 and still going! Not feeling good today I picked some pimples today after going a while without doing so, and now my skin looks terrible!

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

12 years ago
MAKEUP FUN! Different looks, tips, & tricks!

Thoughts? Good/bad? Clown-like? It's a cell phone picture that's why it looks a little weird, I didn't try and blur it or do weird effects lol.   It doesn't look weird to me! I really like tha...

In forum Cosmetics & grooming

12 years ago
Best Chapstick/lip Balm

The normal kind of Burt's Bees is the only thing that works for me. They have different versions, like one with pomegranate, one with sunscreen, etc. but the normal, original Burt's Bees chapstick is ...

In forum Cosmetics & grooming

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

Awful. I've thought that my mirrors at home "play tricks" on me for whatever reason--the type of mirror, the lighting, whatever (though it's like 5-6 mirrors all in places with different amounts of li...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

12 years ago
MAKEUP FUN! Different looks, tips, & tricks!

QUOTE (princessdaphne @ Aug 27 2011, 06:40 AM) QUOTE (bek_cogent @ Aug 25 2011, 07:15 PM) QUOTE (princessdaphne @ Aug 14 2011, 02:51 PM) QUOTE (bek_cogent @ Aug 14 2011, 12:46 PM) QUOTE (princessd...

In forum Cosmetics & grooming

13 years ago
MAKEUP FUN! Different looks, tips, & tricks!

Bek, your makeup looks are all great! And your skin looks amazing too! I was wondering if you could recommend some eye makeup ideas for me in particular? Nothing too heavy or too colorful, I'm going t...

In forum Cosmetics & grooming

13 years ago
MAKEUP FUN! Different looks, tips, & tricks!

Bek, your makeup looks are all great! And your skin looks amazing too! I was wondering if you could recommend some eye makeup ideas for me in particular? Nothing too heavy or too colorful, I'm going t...

In forum Cosmetics & grooming

13 years ago
MAKEUP FUN! Different looks, tips, & tricks!

Bek, your makeup looks are all great! And your skin looks amazing too! I was wondering if you could recommend some eye makeup ideas for me in particular? Nothing too heavy or too colorful, I'm going t...

In forum Cosmetics & grooming

13 years ago