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I'm approaching 3 months and I'm kind of in the same boat. However, I do notice when my skin isn't irritated my acne looks like its improving. My current strategy is to keep my skin well moisturized e...

Aczone and atralin 10 weeks in: Flaking and dry patches mainly near chin area but not breaking out there. Breakouts occur mostly on lower cheeks, with widespread closed comedones. Lots of hyperpigmen...

It can take a couple months for them to fade away completely unfortunately. Its important to wear sunscreen everyday to prevent the sun from darkening the spots and prolonging the process. I'm current...

I'd leave it alone, it'll be gone before you know it. If you try to pop it, it will take longer to heal and make it more red/visible.

I would classify it as mild/moderate, easily treatable with the right products. I would see a dermatologist if you can rather than experimenting with alternative remedies as it has the potential to ge...

I think less is more in your case. Looks like your skin just needs a chance to calm down. I wouldn't over think it and stick to just washing your face with cetaphil and applying one topical of your ch...

I've been in and out of therapy for a while now. This time around its been more difficult to get out of feeling depressed, two months ago my skin went from mild to widespread moderate acne. Ive always...

Hmmm, I think a cold compress would be better to reduce the swelling and redness. I would also stick to one topical treatment, I think the angry redness might be from applying too many different thing...

If you find it relaxing I think it would help. Also look up how to do a castor oil pack or consider an Epsom salt bath if you haven't tried it yet.   I'm sure you know this already but sleep is ...

Happy for you!! Glad I was able to help

Drink 1 to 3 cups of organic herbal teas specifically for detoxing and liver support everyday and eat more foods that help cleanse the liver like avocados, broccoli, apples, etc. Some good teas are yo...

Maybe its a detoxing issue. Part of my regimen is to drink yogi detox tea, eat flaxseed and prunes. I just started a few days ago so I can't say if its helping or not but if you only get a few pimples...

I'm planning on using it for a year if not longer, cutting back to 1 or 2 times a week even if I don't have acne. Some people are using it for life as maintenance. I broke out terribly a month after I...

Hmmm...Hopefully your derm told you all of this but only use a pea sized amount for your entire face at nighttime only. Using more will not speed things along but only cause more irritation. Do not us...

You can use moisturizer not sure why your doctor said not to. You may want to cut back on how often you use tretinoin. Its best to start off slow using it every 3 days then gradually working up to eve...

I'm 31 and was in the middle of starting a new career but decided to put that on hold because of acne and depression. This site has helped me feel like I'm not alone in this even though it seems it so...

I agree theres a point where we have to let the suffering stop and take a moment to see the bigger picture. I'm experiencing the worst acne episode of my life and its tough to smile and be myself thes...

I went!! No regrets. Had a good time. I think going actually helped me develop more confidence rather than making me feel worse about my skin. It helps to surround yourself with good people. All in al...

Going to a wedding tomorrow and seeing people I haven't seen in a while. Wish my skin was in better condition but this is about celebrating a special once in a lifetime event. Its not about my skin. I...

Just want to say that was beautifully written BrianneG! I needed that reminder too....sometimes I forget and allow the negative thoughts to take over. This was very helpful

I would continue using/doing most of those things you mentioned above. I have taken ‘emotional wellness' supplements by pure encapsulation as suggested by my naturopath. They are a bit pricey which is...

I started a new regimen using aczone in the morning and atralin at night. I work all day in a kitchen then go running in the afternoon after work. I don't wash my face until I shower in the evening an...

I've been going makeup free for the past few weeks. I decided I wasn't fooling anyone by wearing makeup and it actually made my skin look worse. Yeah its tough to face the world like this but hey I'm ...

Last year I developed body acne as well. Im pretty sure its because I had cut gluten from my diet and was eating more dairy. I then decided to cut out dairy too and the body acne began to disappear. S...