Rosalie324

Okay, so after being on a strict regimen (see signature) for almost 6 weeks, I think my acne is beginning to retreat *viciously knocks on wood*. Whenever my acne decides that it wants to disappear, I ...

I don't think the connection between cigarettes and acne is very important, because although we may not know if it causes acne, we certainly understand many of the other harmful effects. Sucks that we...

Anyone else have experience with Aczone?

All this talk about cigarettes had me craving one (or 5). Today my stress was ultra high, so I went out and bought a pack of capri slims (yes, the girly ones). I quit over 2 years ago, but I was so st...

I dont believe it is that hard though. My dad used to be a chain smoker. He even had a brown spot on his teeth because of it. I know for sure that one thing is mandatory to quit smoking. DETERMINATION...

Thank you so much for all the kind words. I'm trying really hard to not let my illnesses define me, but when I feel that complete loss of control I can no longer find myself in this mess. It's like I ...

Thanks for the replies guys! I will probably not go above 2% for SA, because I am already using topicals on my skin (including a sulfur antibiotic). Does anyone know if SA acts as a preventative measu...

I'm still and on and off smoker (right now, I'm very much ON) and I've smoked since I was 11...I know. I can quit for months and then all it takes is for me to meet up with one of my friends that smok...

Thanks for the replies guys! I will probably not go above 2% for SA, because I am already using topicals on my skin (including a sulfur antibiotic). Does anyone know if SA acts as a preventative measu...

I'm so sad. I went out tonight with my boyfriend, despite hating my appearance for hours before leaving the house. I kept catching glimpses in the side mirror of myself and scrutinizing on the white h...

First off I guess I have to be smart and tell you not to smoke. I am 21 and have been smoking since I was 14. I quit for 6 months this year mainly to see the effect on my skin. I ended up getting real...

Please don't do things to harm yourself. Harming yourself just makes everything worse in the long run. You're also did something that was detrimental to not only your psychological health and body che...

I'm so sad. I went out tonight with my boyfriend, despite hating my appearance for hours before leaving the house. I kept catching glimpses in the side mirror of myself and scrutinizing on the white h...

I did not look into azelic acid, but I did look into salicylic acid. It seems like gentlest way to help with these little bumps. I think I may start with a 1-2% cleanser, then add in a straight BHA ch...

I know so many people have said this already, but you have nice skin. Honestly anything you do have looks so minimal... You could actually be making it worse by STRESSING about it. I would continue wh...

Hmmm... I do like bacon haha I think I'm going to just call my dermatologist. She knows the condition of my skin and hopefully will be able to make the decision for me. I'm going to relay all the info...

Are they anything like how I described in my thread?

Goodness! Looks like the BP was causing more pain than it was worth! I can totally relate. BP irritates my skin to no end, and I absolutely cannot use it. I always point out how harsh the chemical is....

I did speak to my psychiatist today who said that while he understood that acne is no fun, he felt my fixation on it was out of control. I also made an apt with a dermatologist, but he can't see me fo...

My boyfriend has moderate acne, oily skin, and lots of HP. I have mild/mild-moderate acne, combination skin, and lots of dark marks/scars. The only thing he ever comments on my appearance is how beaut...

Thanks for the replies guys! I will probably not go above 2% for SA, because I am already using topicals on my skin (including a sulfur antibiotic). Does anyone know if SA acts as a preventative measu...

First off I guess I have to be smart and tell you not to smoke. I am 21 and have been smoking since I was 14. I quit for 6 months this year mainly to see the effect on my skin. I ended up getting real...

I'm always scruitinising my skin close up in the mirror and every bit of my skin just looks sooooo bad at that distance! Mirrors and reflective surfaces in general seem to be like a kind of addiction ...

I use a salicylic acid toner after cleansing from Lumiplexion. It stays on the skin longer to be more effective. There are three strength levels to help with any irritation from using it. It's grea...

I completely relate to how you feel. I was using Proactiv back in 2010... worked wonders for a year and half. Then nothing, it just stop working. I've read thathappens to many people, but doesn't make...