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What is the best treatment for Rolling Scars? (With Photos)

On ‎7‎/‎8‎/‎2016 at 1:01 PM, budah said: Hi! I'm just now seeing this response. Thanks so much. I just received an aggressive treatment of ablative c02 resurfacing. The fraxel that I had a yea...

In forum Scar treatments

9 years ago
What kind of acne/scarring do I have?

Your acne is rather mild, so do not let it affect your self-confidence. Since acne is not just a skin deep problem here are 3 strategic steps in fighting acne: 1. improve mood (reduce stress by sleepi...

In forum General acne discussion

9 years ago
Using Automated Needling Device as a Stamp

No circular motions should be used with micro-needle stamping devices since you may do micro-tears of the skin, i.e. cause unnecessary damage to the skin. Best!

In forum Scar treatments

9 years ago
Need opinions on this product's ingredients! - Please help

Retinyl Palmitate (vitamin A derivative), and panthenol (soothing provitamin B5- it is used in Europe for diaper rash) Best!

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

9 years ago
Suddenly a face full of spots

On 4/4/2016 at 5:49 PM, spottyface said: Hey all, New here but long term stalker of the forums. When i was about 14-17 i had bad skin, then i started Panoxyl and from them until I was 24 ...

In forum Adult acne

9 years ago
What type of acne scars do I have and what's the best treatment in your opinion? 🙂

Looks like you have "box car" and some "ice pick" scars. The best would be to talk with your dermatologist and ask her about Fraxel laser, microneedling and TCA CROSS. Also check Dr. Davin Lim Youtube...

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9 years ago
Recommendations for Spot Treatment

On 5/28/2016 at 1:16 PM, vocabularylover said: Hi all, I have tried many spot treatments, but none really seem to wow me. Granted, some do visibly reduce the size of break outs, but I have y...

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

9 years ago
Is this Pityrosporum Folliculitis?

Check with yor doctor- it could be "drug" allergy rash to azithromycin (Z-pack). Best!

In forum Adult acne

9 years ago
Shallow indented scarring

The best would be that you see a dermatologist for prescription tretinoin cream, and/or: microneedling, Fraxel laser, dermabrasion or TCA peel. Best!

In forum Scar treatments

9 years ago
Always get painful acne on this part of my nose (photo)

On 5/25/2016 at 5:22 AM, Shenn said: Is there a reason for this, it's always red and painful right at the side of my nose. Also, is the type of acne I have cystic? Apart from a few minor ...

In forum General acne discussion

9 years ago
Accutane and makeup

Make sure you use loose mineral makeup, since pressed and pasty makeup can sometimes worsen acne. Whatever makeup you will use, please wear it for the shortest possible time, i.e. wash it off as soon...

In forum Accutane (isotretinoin) logs

9 years ago
Why are all the doctors so greedy and not-caring???

14 hours ago, GuevaraBeats said: Capitalism, In socialism there wouldn't be any discussion about acne scars, let alone lasers, peels etc. Best! 8 hours ago, beautifulambition said...

In forum Scar treatments

9 years ago
girlfriend changed since started taking accutane

She needs to stop Accutane (at least for now) and call her doctor ASAP. I wish you all the best!

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

9 years ago
Any foundation recommendations???

6 hours ago, orie_hamasaki said: Hello! Can any one recommend a foundation that has very good coverage for acne, and acne scars! For combination skin, thanks Just as a general rule (t...

In forum Cosmetics & grooming

9 years ago
Retin-a ?

You may skip a night or two, or use lower concentration for few days then back to 0.1%. In general any more concentrated retinoid should be gradually introduced, e.g. every other night or every third ...

In forum Prescription acne medications

9 years ago
Boil under ear red help!?!

You have to see a medical professional ASAP. Best!

In forum General acne discussion

9 years ago
Accutane ruined my life

There are many ways to reduce redness and flushing. Some people would use Afrin spray on the skin 3x/wk, use cool water soaks, have some fish oil daily to reduce inflammation, avoid sugary and process...

In forum Prescription acne medications

9 years ago
TCA Cross treatment - Icepick scar age

Wait, it's too early as there is a high chance that they will resolve on their own. Best!

In forum Scar treatments

9 years ago
Can thyroid problems cause acne?

Probably not causing acne directly, but increased levels of thyroid hormone (either from disease itself or from higher dose of levothyroxine pill) can cause stress- like state which in turn can cause...

In forum General acne discussion

9 years ago
How to get rid of a cyst mark?

1. filler (normal saline injection if it is due to a steroid shot) 2. TCA CROSS or 3. excision Best! Vise

In forum General acne discussion

9 years ago
Is my skin regime good?

These scars require visit to a dermatologist willing to do TCA CROSS and/or Fraxel laser. Best! Vise

In forum Scar treatments

9 years ago
Vitamin E capsules

I have not seen any scientific study to prove it, nor I have ever heard that anyone had meaningful results with vit E capsules. Best! Vise

In forum Scar treatments

9 years ago
Does anyone find it okay to use topicals while on accutane?

3 hours ago, pinkpeppermint said: weird how my doctor was so vague with duac and accutane together. well she was vague and i felt sort of rushed through the whole accutane process anyway. anywa...

In forum Accutane (isotretinoin) logs

9 years ago
help me, please

Probably not, but keep the appointment with your dermatologist. Best! Vise

In forum General acne discussion

9 years ago
How can I treat my acne scars (pictures)

First you will need to complete your Accutane regimen under your doctor's supervision, and then wait for about 6 months before you start dealing with scars. Some scars may fade in the meantime. For re...

In forum Scar treatments

9 years ago