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Spiro causing severe dehydration?

I have been on Spiro for about 6 months. This past month is basically quit working as I had a bad cystic breakout. Anyways, during this time, I noticed that my pee has gotten really dark, more so t...

In forum Prescription acne medications

6 years ago
Can spiro stop working? Did it mess up my hormones?

I have been taking this for the past 6 months or so (started at 25mg, and upped to 50mg) - and have had wonderful results. I moved abroad about 3 months ago and no acne at all. Maybe a few small ones ...

In forum Hormonal acne

6 years ago
Humidity, pollution, or hardwater causing acne?

So, I just spent the past 5 months living in Barcelona, Spain - and my skin got progressively worse as I was there. I was breaking out non-stop, with large cysts. I would also wake up every morning to...

In forum General acne discussion

7 years ago
Meanest thing that someone has said about your acne

I was at a friend's house having out with a huge group of people and this guy, a health doctor of sorts, starts talking about my skin in front of EVERYONE! He claimed he could cure my acne and make my...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

7 years ago
Hormonal acne : spironolactone ( cant talk to anyone in my life about my acne, feeling really down)

I know, it sucks. Acne is the absolute worst, especially in a society that idealizes external beauty. I'm 24 and still struggling with cystic acne. I've managed to get it under control to some degree,...

In forum Hormonal acne

7 years ago
Are Pumpkin Seeds good for acne?

Raw pumpkin seeds are also a great anti-parasitic! I have heard a lot of talk about how parasites can lead to acne...

In forum Diet & holistic health

7 years ago
DIM and SEVERE bloating

I don't understand what the hype about DIM is? I tried taking it for two weeks and i experienced one of the worst breakouts of my life!! Prior to taking it, I did a month long cleanse where I ate real...

In forum Diet & holistic health

7 years ago
How I got 100% clear from adult acne (everything I did)

Interesting, I've been wanting to try oil of oregano, but its so darn expensive. It really is suppose to do wonders for the body, from what I've heard. It seems like you are more or less following a l...

In forum Diet & holistic health

7 years ago
Marijuana & acne

Has your skin improved anymore since? I am a long-time, chronic user of marijuana and I'm coming to the conclusion that it might be messing with my skin. I also haven't gone more than a few weeks with...

In forum General acne discussion

7 years ago
Is It Possible To Find Love When You Have Acne/scars?

I think it is possible. When it comes down to it, its all about meeting the right person at the right time. I somehow was able to clear my skin for about 2 years, thanks to many expensive esthetician ...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

7 years ago
Acne holding me back from traveling

I recently moved to Barcelona, Spain and my skin has been breaking out constantly since I've been here. I don't know if its the stress or the pollution or the water or the humidity, but I can't seem t...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

7 years ago
Best CHEMICAL exfoliant?

Viviant Skincare Exol-A. I just made a post about it. Out of the million products I have tried, it's by far the best. It's pricy but it really worked for me.

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

9 years ago