i've had acne my whole life i'm 26 now, some acne is gone(although i'm sure it will be back) but now i have scars can anyone that has had this problem help?
2006-08-10 06:04:27 · 13 answers · asked by liviaeve 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
I began developing bad acne in my early twenties and as it just kept getting worse and worse (absolutely nothing I tried worked) my doctor recommended that I try accutane. I was strongly opposed to using this strong medication but I finally decided to try it and it worked so unbeliveably well! It really dries you out for the 6 months that you need to be on it, but your acne will go away. I have been off of the accutane for two years now and I have not had a breakout since. I too have scarring and the best thing my doctor recommended was going to see either a dermatologist and/or a medical aesthetician for regular glycolic peels or microdermabrasion to even out the skins surface. If you still have breakouts pretty regularly the microdermabrasion can actually further irritate your skin so that is why I would recommend trying to get rid of the acne first. If you are 26 and still having bad acne, especially if it is cystic acne, that typically will not just go away on it's own or with most topical products. I would talk to your doctor and/or a dermatologist about your specific problem.
2006-08-10 06:27:34 · answer #1 · answered by Molly B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Microdermabrasion is your best chance at removing scars. I had red marks and slight pitted scars from my acne. I started with a series of three microderms and my skin has never been better. Not only did it get rid of my scars but it also helped to clear out my pores so the more microderm that I did the less I broke out. I recommend going to a dermatologist that uses the Diamond Wand brand of microderm, it is the highest quality. Microderm isn't cheap, about $90.00 a session, but most places will give you a discount if you pay for multiple session in advance. Another thing to use along with the Micorderm is Glycolic acid, it helps speed up your cell turn over so your skin sheds itself faster. Good luck!
2006-08-10 08:36:11 · answer #2 · answered by amy h 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you’re looking for accurate acne information, best to see a dermatologist. Some people believe doctors are predisposed to take the easy way to deal with acne… prescription drugs. But, with many, this simplistic answer may not be the appropriate course of action. Some feel that such prescription drugs just treat the symposium and not the underlying cause. But, a local dermatologist is still your best starting point.
For me personally, I discovered a great informational acne treatment site. Not only is there good information/articles but I got their audio e-book and following it’s advice can now say that my acne is a thing of the past! Keep in mind, were all different and there are various types of acne, so what works for some may not be totally effective for all.
Bottom line, hang in there, you will get past this! Sincere best wishes and good luck.
Oh, by the way the site that helped me is:
http://www.acne-treatment-medicine-1.info
2006-08-10 14:40:49 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Microdermabrasion can help. I'm sure you've seen it advertised, but basically it's a medical procedure performed by trained physicians only that involves using abrasive material to remove the top layers of dead skin, therby creating a healthy looking skin underneath. It is not very painful, and most patients tolerate it well. It is ususally used in conjunction with a chemical peel which uses chemicals to accomplish the same thing - remove dead skin cells.
These are the only proven methods to remove chronic acne scars. Please talk to your family doctor, or better yet a dermatologist for more information.
Good Luck
2006-08-10 06:12:20 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yea; take one clove and red sandal and make together a paste in rose water and apply this on your face in the night (keep this on face till morning) and in the morning rub and wash. Do this for at least two months. It is hard scars then do it for some more time. After getting result don't 4get me send me an email ok.
2006-08-10 06:15:42 · answer #5 · answered by AJIT LEO 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Vitamin E. Buy the capsules, prick them with a pin and squeeze the oil out. Smother your skin in it. This was recommended to me by a pharmacist after I had chicken pox at the grand old age of 36! I thought my face was scarred for life but I promise you, there's not a mark on me x
2016-03-16 21:04:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Friend of ours has bad acne I mean bad when he uses that Proactive off web and tv his face clears completely. See a dermatologist they have tons of peels and lazer treatments. If you are a guy grow a beard our local news guy did cheap camo.
2006-08-10 08:45:49 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Proactiv Solutions.
2006-08-10 06:08:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
SEVERE DEEP PIT SCARS CAN BE USED WITH A BIG LASER PEEL IT REDUCES THE APPEARANCE AND THEN USE TRETION CREAM WHIICH COMES FROM RETIN A IF FILLS AND LIFTS YOUR SKIN BECAUSE IT HAS MICROSPONGE SYSTEM PLUS IT WORKS WONDERS FOR STRETCH MARKS! FOR DISSCOLORATIONS AND HYPERPIGMENTATED USE A BLEACHING CREAM HYDROCYOINE INGREDIENTS BUT IVE HEARD LEMMONS BLEACH THE SKIN OF DARK SPOTS AND I DID IT ON MY LEGS FOR MOSQUITO BITES AND IT WENT BACK TO MY NORMAL CREAM WHITE COLOR! TO PREVENT FUTURE ACNE CLEANSE YOURSELF INTERNALLY AND BY BETTERING YOUR DIET TO FRESH FRUIT AND VEGETABLES!! STOP EATING JUNK FOR A WHILE AND YOU"LL SEE RESULTS! DRINK LOTS OF WATER THE RECOMMENDED IT 8 GLASSES!IF U HAVE OILY SKIN DONT USE MAKEUP TO COVER UP MAKES IT WORSE!
2006-08-10 09:23:44 · answer #9 · answered by Jennifer D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My friend seen a dermotologist, and he had recommended a laser peel. It worked pretty good. And it also got rid of the tiny lines and fine wrinkles she had too. It can be costly so I suggest you shop around.
2006-08-10 06:12:13 · answer #10 · answered by CLM 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋