Topical Treatments
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Topical Treatments
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Have a dermatologist or plastic surgeon? Make an appointment to get this procedure done. Don't have a dermatologist or a plastic surgeon? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find a dermatologist or the American Society of Plastic Surgeons to find a plastic surgeon. Topical Treatments are also available over-the-counter.
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December 27, 2006
Product used: MaMa (Lotion)

Pros:

Does prevent further breakouts

Cons:

I have a strange condition of ultradryness in spots where I had applied too much MaMa possibly. No acne there, but the skin is dry, scaly and hyperpigmented. You can definitely overdo it, so don't go too crazy with it.

I use this product with caution, as things that are truly effective ALL have should be used carefully. Except for the dry patches on my back, I love this product. It has transformed my skin, and I don't need to use it much at all anymore.
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December 2, 2006
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Hi. I have or had a bacterial infection which i am on antibiodics for called Hidradenitis Suppurativa. It is an embaressing problem in which blisters, cysts, and pimples form on my anal region. After I have been on antibiodics for about a month, I have not broken out much but I am left with about 8-10 ugly scars on my butt. It makes me self consious about being in a relationship and such, so I started using Mederma today and I am hoping soooo much that it will make the large acne scars go away. Having this condition has really hurt my self esteem while being in college. So I will get back to you guys soon if I see any changes on the scars. Let's all hope Mederma does miracles!!!
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October 23, 2006
Product used: MaMa (Lotion)
I gave it a good 6 weeks. It slightly improved breakouts, but after week 1 it left me with tiny bumps (purging?) all over my forehead until I stopped using it last week. It did not do anything for my hyperpigmentation marks at all. I peeled and peeled and kept hoping they would fade, but they did not. I think it may work for some skin types but not others (I have sensitive, oily, acne-prone hormonal skin!). I was also nervous about it because I read that polyacrylamide (one of the main ingredients) is carcinogenic.
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