Acne-prone skin!!HELP!?

Question

Hi I have acne-prone skin problem. Previously I use ProActiv, it helps reduce acne, but my skin is always oily and dull, and pores are big. So now I've switched to Tea Tree Oil regime. Would wanna know if tea tree oil good for acne, and if it really works? Cuz after using tea tree oil for 2 months, suddenly there's alot of breakouts(ance) on my face, whole face-everywhere and all the big red ones!! But now it started cooling down. I was really scared and worried. should i continue or switched to another product?

Answer 1

I am 34 yrs old and have suffered from acne for many, many, many years. I've tried ProActive, Murad, been on Accutane, tried every over the counter product imaginable. I've even ordered products from Sweden and Japan. Nothing worked. What you have to rememeber is acne is not 'cured' only controlled. I will tell you the regime that has worked for me. I wash my face with a mild cleanser (oil free - I use Oil of Olay). Then I use Braggs Apple Cider Vinegar as a toner, then I moisturize with Walgreen's Alpha Hydroxy Acid cream. My acne is under control, I rarely have a break out and the dark spots have just about faded. The vinegar helps to regulate the ph balance in your skin. The AHA helps to shrink pores and fade dark spots and helps with fine lines (if you have any). My skin is getting better all the time. This is not a quick fix. It will take some time. But it works if you are willing to stick with it, if you are determined enough. Someone said to me, "Wow, your skins look really great". I knew it was working. This regime does not make you skin tight, dry or flaky. I have also found that when I wear make up,it goes on smoother and stays on longer. Give it a try, you have nothing to lose. It's a very inexpensive way to achieve clearer skin. Hope this helps you.

Answer 2

Dry and/or greasy skin due to poor oil composition of the skin. Thick greasy oils clog pores, lack of oil leads to dryness and irritation. You need thin oils to moisturize while dissolving and clearing gunk in your poors. Try fish oil or seafood. 2 tsp fish oil a day or 4 servings of seafood a week. Stick it out for at least 2 months; it will take a long time to replace all your oil. Any effect after 1-2 days is temporary or random; so even if it makes you break out a little at first, you haven't given it a full try yet.

In the short term you can wash and moisturize well, but that will only go so far. Plus excessive washing can be drying and excessive moisturizing can be clogging. Use a small amount of a light moisturizer, made with oil not jelly or grease. Often that means soybean oil or mineral oil. Mineral oil means mined from the ground. So soybean oil is usually better, though mineral oil won't cause too much harm. Clean with soap and water, not a harsh acne cleanser. Even then they only work so well. So you really need the seafood.

Antibiotics aren't really good for bacteria long term, they'll come back in force after. Short term they may help. After you get off them find some kefir with acidophilus listed first or 2nd to replace the friendly bacteria they destroyed. Studies show less illness when you have these bacteria, even outside the stomach in places such as the lungs and elsewhere. You want friendly bacteria to fill the void when the antibiotics stop, not harmful ones.

In the short term you might also try 100,000+ iu retinol vitamin A (a megadose, and too much for normal use) or one of the acne drugs that is similar to retinol vitamin A. It's some minor harm to your organs, but it helps against bacteria on your skin. At least it doesn't have the other long term drawbacks to your skin that antibiotics and many scrubs do.

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Answer 3

Hi... a friendly advise from someone who suffered acne prone skin since i was 12.. i'm 31 now... Don't waste your time on shelf products.. pls go and see a dermotologist. He/she will be able to recommend you proper treatment for yoru face and what products to use/avoid. Some of the shelf products out there can actually do more harm than help. I use to think i had stubborn acne cos i had breakouts all the time, but i was then told by my dermotologist that i actually have sensitive skin!!! and have been using the wrong products all this time... so, yeah, go see a dermotologist.

Answer 4

For acne like you're describing, I would quit using everything except for maybe an estee lauder or clinique exfoliant wash and consult a dermatologist, they have creams and also a new medication that works wonders. When my boyfriend and I were in highschool he had horrible acne and he went to a dermatologist and got that pill and after a few months of using that and the cream, his face was clear and it's been about 3 years since he quit using it and he still doesn't get any acne. It's totally worth it.

Oh yeah, and it's FDA certified so it's completely safe.

Answer 5

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.
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Answer 6

Oil-based products are bad for acne. Stay away from soap and makeup, my wife tells me it is bad for your skin. She suggested that you buy a jar of Noxzema or Cetaphil and wash with that. Follow up with a mild version of Bonne Belle's '10-0-6' lotion or else, witchhazel from the drugstore. Never use exfoliants or Oxy products, they are too harsh. A mud mask will remove oil once a week and an oil-free moisturizer with salicylic acid at 2-4% or else, a mild AHA cream (no Reversa) like Peaches and Cream AHA cream from what was it? Alpha-Hydrox? Abba? Kiss my Face? Kiss my Face or whatever that is, she said.

No potato chips, dairy, nuts, chocolate or butter.

Answer 7

Well I'm not a dermotologist but I hear that tea tree oil is supposed to be good for the condition you describe. Maybe it was making all the bad stuff come to the surface and you say it has started to cool down so maybe now it will clear the tea tree oil has done its work.

If not, then I suggest prescription strength Retin A cream it can make your skin sore and dry and then peel dreadfully but when its done you usually have clear clean smooth ance free skin.

Answer 8

1.boil some basil leaves and use a cotton puff to apply
2.put Listerine on it before bed
3.wash 2x a day w/ warm water
If that doesn't work, use Neutregena actne prone skin formula. It doesn't dry out and it works really well!

Answer 9

Try Clinique's Dramatically Different Gel for oily skin. All skin types need hydration which some people tend to forget. Good luck!

Answer 10

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Check out this site, look for the skin care recipes (on the right side of the page)

Try natural stuff. Chemicals will harm and maybe worsen the problem.

GoodLuck!