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Frank Body + natural diet/lifestyle after stopping birth control log

Day #14 I broke out a lot this week, particularly on my chin and in the middle of my jawline which I haven’t had before. My face has calmed down in the past two days, and looked a l...

In forum Personal logs

9 years ago
Frank Body + natural diet/lifestyle after stopping birth control log

Day #7 This week my skin calmed down for a few days and then I had a breakout of a few big blind pimples. I would say my chin was worse than usual this week, but I'm guessing this is the i...

In forum Personal logs

9 years ago
Frank Body + natural diet/lifestyle after stopping birth control log

First impressions of Frank Body Original Coffee Scrub - This stuff is AMAZING. My skin has never been so soft and smooth than after using this. Frank says to wet your skin, rub the scrub all over your...

In forum Personal logs

9 years ago
Frank Body + natural diet/lifestyle after stopping birth control log

I’ve decided to start a log because I’m starting a new skincare regime, and I want to see if it’s going to make any difference to my acne. Iâ...

In forum Personal logs

9 years ago
No Sugar Group!

Hey! I'm still doing no sugar, no dairy, no caffeine, though I guess about sugar free 95% of the time and dairy/caffeine free like 99% of the time. I love food too much to say no to a piece of cake ev...

In forum Personal logs

12 years ago
Coming Off Yaz... Please Help!

I'd have to disagree about weaning off BC. I came off Yaz and did so much research about it, and I didn't really find much evidence that weaning yourself off would make a difference. I found lots of p...

In forum Hormonal acne

12 years ago
Looking For A More Natural/organic Skin Care.

Botani! All natural ingredients and the only thing I use now.

In forum Adult acne

12 years ago
Had To Take Plan B - Freaking Out

This happened to me around three weeks ago. We were using a condom but it broke. I took Plan B about 10 hours later. I have to say I did experience a small break out (maybe like 5 or 6 spots on my chi...

In forum Hormonal acne

12 years ago
Quick Cover Up?

I can recommend their concealer and finishing powder too. The palest concealer is super, super pale though, I'm extremely pale and if I use too much it looks white on me, and the finishing powder is s...

In forum Cosmetics & grooming

12 years ago
Quick Cover Up?

Sorbet, are you happy with your mineral foundation? The ones I currently use don't break me out at all, but sometimes they make my pores really noticeable even with a primer underneath. +1 for miner...

In forum Cosmetics & grooming

12 years ago
Quick Cover Up?

Sorbet, are you happy with your mineral foundation? The ones I currently use don't break me out at all, but sometimes they make my pores really noticeable even with a primer underneath. +1 for miner...

In forum Cosmetics & grooming

12 years ago
Paleo Experiences?

has anyone had a good experience with paleo and their acne? i'm already no dairy, processed foods and sugar, but i'm wondering if going totally paleo would clear me up that extra bit. thanks guys! a...

In forum Diet & holistic health

12 years ago
Cancelling Plans Because Of Acne?

I do this every now and again if I'm feeling really bad about myself, but I try and rearrange it for a few days time rather than cancel it completely. Sometimes I just really don't want to face people...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

12 years ago
Makeup Help...for Men?

I'd try Alima Pure or something similar if you're looking for the most natural makeup. Check out the ingredients - all natural. You can get trials of their foundation for around $1.50 each online I th...

In forum Cosmetics & grooming

12 years ago
Changing Regimen After One Year?

Going natural and cleaning up my diet improved my skin 70%. I'd give it a go, but your skin might get worse at first if its used to BP.

In forum The Regimen

12 years ago
Is Accutane My Only Option?

The other thing you must consider is your diet. Measure your reaction to animal milk products and high-glycemic load foods. These are common triggers for sebum production. Eliminating/minimizing my in...

In forum Prescription acne medications

12 years ago
Quick Cover Up?

+1 for mineral foundation! When I need a bit of coverage it literally takes 2-3 minutes to dust on my face, and then dot a bit more on any blemishes I have. I usually moisturise my face 10-15 minutes...

In forum Cosmetics & grooming

12 years ago
Acne On And Off Birth Control.... Looking For Other Methods

That's ok! When I was planning to come off I was so scared because all I ever read about women stopping the pill was negative! Sounds like you're doing everything right! I'm sure that'll make your tr...

In forum Hormonal acne

12 years ago
Which Hormonal Birth Control Are You Using And How Has It Effected Your Acne?

I tried researching Ortho-Cyclen but I have no idea what the Australian version is, so I decided to try Yasmin. My doctor recommended it so I'll see how I go. Thanks everyone for your replies!  ...

In forum Hormonal acne

12 years ago
Acne On And Off Birth Control.... Looking For Other Methods

Hey! Your situation sounds pretty similar to mine. I originally went on BC for my skin when I was 17 and it made my skin flawless. I went off it and the next time I went on my skin went crazy, and sta...

In forum Hormonal acne

12 years ago
Stopping The Birth Control Pill Log

Day #51 So, bad news. I'm back on the pill. But I need to start by saying I am NOT back on the pill for skin purposes, I'm on it for birth control. In an ideal world I would not be taking it. I came...

In forum Personal logs

12 years ago
Which Hormonal Birth Control Are You Using And How Has It Effected Your Acne?

i recently stopped my hormonal birth control (Yaz) because it was negatively effecting my acne (even after 9 months). i've been trying to find a more natural form on BC. i've been fitted for a diaphr...

In forum Hormonal acne

12 years ago
I Need "no Picking" Buddies!

Hey Jack! Don't worry, you're not alone in slipping back into bad picking habits I picked about a week ago because I was stressed, then had a breakout, then realised I had a party this past weekend a...

In forum Acne

12 years ago
New Cleanser Or Start Exfoliating?

Try looking into the Botani acne range. I'm in Australia too and I'm pretty sure they do a 'natural' exfoliator. You can get most of the stuff from Priceline.

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

12 years ago
Stopping The Birth Control Pill Log

Day #49 My back and chest are so much better - no breakouts in the past week. Under my jawline/neck broke out in two new spots earlier in the week, but they are just red dots now. I had a spot co...

In forum Personal logs

12 years ago