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I would definitely cut back to your former percentage, or start using the current level only once every other day or every two days. Your skin sounds irritated.

Spironolactone has worked for many people who don't want to rely on birth control. It works as an androgen inhibitor. Using a really gentle cleanser and moisturizer is probably a good thing for your ...

Olay is great - also look at Paula's Choice!

put some neosporin on it. If it's flat, you probably don't have anything to worry about. Hands off the pimples next time, and if you must pop, do it safely and only on a zit that's ready to be popped.

Why not bring your face wash and makeup with you? You can wear your makeup on the bus, then when you get to the clinic, get there a few minutes early and wash your face in the restroom. Then, after yo...

Have you tried a medicated anti-dandruff shampoo? It sounds like you may have sebhorreus dermatitis... I think there are several threads on the board that could help you.

Okay. I've never heard of anyone being put on a birth control pill that contains only estrogen. I don't think they exist. I bet you were on a pill containing only progesterone (progestin) and can real...

Start with Differin every other night. Make sure to use a gentle cleanser before and follow (after about 20 minutes) with moisturizer. You want the differin to increase your skin cell's turnover. Are ...

Retin-A would be a possibility as would adapalene (Differin). You could also try AHA?

  I would think 'dairy' products would be more the culprit more sugary stuff. I don't see why. Some people have no issues with dairy, but for most it is a good idea to avoid excess sugar. Y...

I don't think Accutane is going to help your depression. it might worsen it. Also, it sounds like the side effects- hair loss- contribute to your self-image problems. I think you need to see someone -...

Haha when you dye your hair, it will grow out its natural color. There's no way to reverse grey hair. As for wrinkles, the only semi-permanent reversal is plastic surgery.

are you getting calcium? Vitamin D? Vitamin a? I don't think what you're eating sounds right. A balanced diet with a range of fruits and vegetables is healthy. Only eating beans and lentils? Not healt...

Really - Accutane for one cyst? Oof. I second the above poster, and no I don't think it's MRSA. Pop an ibuprofen for the swelling and wait it out.

Prednisone probably saved your life though, so it's good that you took it. My guess is your body is still reeling from the ilness and treatments and it's going to take some time for your skin to calm ...

The best thing for you to do would be to put some antibacterial ointment on it and cover it wtih a bandaid. Don't touch it. Don't pick at it! Use some ice or warm water compresses to help with the pai...

Do you use SPF during the day? It's absolutely necessary when you're using treatments like these that thin out your skin and make it more sensitive. It sounds like you are doing pretty well on this re...

  You definitely should work out. Exercise helps regulate hormones and clears your mind. You don't need to wash your face before you work out - why would you do that? Afterwards, a wash with...

Maybe it's not the Ziana that's the problem, but the Tea tree oil? That stuff is strong and I believe it should be diluted - you shouldn't put it full-strength all over your face. I've also heard it d...

  First thank you all for your posts and sharing experiences. I am constantly developping white pus zits around mouth and chin! I started developing this about a year ago. Symptoms ------------...

You definitely should work out. Exercise helps regulate hormones and clears your mind. You don't need to wash your face before you work out - why would you do that? Afterwards, a wash with a mild, g...

When I look for a matte different types come up like Matte foundation. Is that what I would need. I don't know what kind of powder I would need either. Ca these be put on just one area of your face??...

It's always a low risk, honestly, even when the risk is heightened by smoking. I believe you can be tested for the genetic abnormal clotting factor 5, though. If you are concerned.

Mineral foundations can also cause you to break out. A lot of people are really sensitive to mica and titanium oxide. do you use epiduo in the morning? Maybe try using it at night when it will be m...

also, PCOS can be treated with birth control pills, but a doctor won't want to prescribe you those if you smoke because of an elevated risk of blood clots.