User's Reviews

Doxycycline
4.0

Pros

- Very economical. - Effective with consistent recovery. - Easy to swallow capsule.

Cons

- Will make you feel very ill for a long while if taken on an empty stomach. - Requires planning, i.e. when to eat, when to take the medication. - Should be taken at regular time intervals. - Supplements like calcium, magnesium, iron, antacids, laxatives and others reduce the effectiveness of the antibiotic. - May develop side effects, e.g. diarrhea, yeast infection, stomach pains, etc. - Possibility of increased resistance of bacteria.

Acne runs in my family (from both sides). My grandparents,…
Jojoba Oil
5.0

Pros

- Removes dry skin flakes and whiteheads. - Gentle on sensitive and inflammed skin. - Feels very light on the skin and is very easily absorbed. - Very little is required for each application. - Other beneficial pure essential oils can be added safely to increase remedial effectiveness.

Cons

- Can feel a little greasy if too much is applied. - Expiry date should be observed carefully/oxidation will occur if exposed to light and heat. - From where I come from, oil is not easily and readily available and can be pricey and difficult to purchase (subjected to stock availability) - Can take a while before any noticeable effects (as with all organic oils). Patience is key.

I decided to try using jojoba oil after going through…
Toothpaste
1.0

Pros

- Easily found around the house or at any other people's house for that matter. - Cheap and easy to find (drug store, convenient shops, supermarkets, etc)

Cons

- Not recommended for people with sensitive skin. - Too harsh on acne wounds and can be a very painful experience. - Dries out skin very easily and can worsen inflammation.

It was my mum who first mentioned to me that…
Tea Tree Oil
4.0

Pros

- As effective as using Benzoyl Peroxide. - 100% natural oil that contains no harmful chemicals (the organic equivalent of Benzoyl Peroxide). - Can be used neat, depending on skin types and skincare regime to increase remedial effectiveness. - Can be added to other carrier oils as a topical remedy for other skin ailments.

Cons

- Pure tea tree oil (cold-pressed and not adulterated) can be a little difficult to find. - Can be a little pricey, depending on the quality and extraction of oil. - Expiry date should be carefully observed/oxidation will occur if exposed to light and heat. - Can be drying and may not be suitable for all skin types. - Can take a while before any noticeable results (as with all organic oils). Patience is key. - Smell can be strong and unpleasant for som

I would have given it a rating of 5 if…
Microdermabrasion
5.0

Pros

- Effective in removing top skin surface layer. - A very quick one hour procedure that can be done during lunch break for those working full-time.

Cons

- Montly treatment can be very costly. - Can be an unpleasant experience, ie can hurt a little, especially at areas where skin is inflammed and sensitive, fine sand crystals get into eyes, nostrils, ears. - May leave your skin feeling sore, raw and look red and blushy afterwards.

I would recommeded this only to those with light to…