* Wash your face (or other affected skin) gently once or twice a day.
* Do not squeeze pimples, because that often leads to infections, worse acne, and scars.
* Use water-based skin care products that gently clean your skin. Avoid products such as milky cleansers, cold creams, lipsticks, and lip glosses that contain oils.
* Use nonprescription medicated creams, soaps, lotions, and gels to treat your acne. Always read the label carefully to make sure you are using the product correctly.
Examples of some nonprescription products used to treat acne include:
* Benzoyl peroxide (Benoxyl, Benzac, Clearasil), which unplugs pores.
* Alpha-hydroxy acid, which dries up blemishes and causes the top skin layer to peel. You'll find alpha-hydroxy acid in moisturizers, cleansers, eye creams, and sunscreens.
* Salicylic acid (Clearasil, Propa pH, Stri-Dex), which dries up blemishes and causes the top skin layer to peel.
* Tea tree oil, which kills bacteria. You'll find tea tree oil in gels, creams, and oils.
http://www.webmd.com/hw/skin_and_beauty/hw199676.asp
home treatment for acne that has worked for some people is aloe. You can use this in gel or juice form. You can try apple cider as a cleanser as a home treatment for acne. Another home treatment for acne is cleaning your face with egg whites.
Try making an oatmeal mask as a home treatment for acne. Apply cooked and cooled oatmeal to your face and let it sit for fifteen minutes. You can use a peeled cucumber that has been liquefied in the blender as a home treatment for acne. Just apply it to the area that is affected with acne.
Witch hazel sometimes is effective as a home treatment for acne. Put a little witch hazel on a cotton ball after you have cleaned your face. As part of this home treatment for acne you should then apply a 2% salicylic acid product.
The sun is considered a good home treatment for acne by some people. The ultraviolet light kills the bacteria and dries up the oil.
http://www.clear-skin-solutions.com/home-treatment-for-acne.html
2006-11-09 15:55:58
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answered by Rebecca 3
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answered by Anonymous
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I believe PinkCloud was the most accurate answer. I would be careful about using any essential oils (Tea Tree for example) without first testing to see if your body has a sensitivity to it. Tea tree is the one of best-known essential oils used to treat acne. There are also ginger, chamomile, lavender, mint and many others that are used. Some must be diluted with a carrier oil.
Do not use anything citrus on your skin without the guidance of a professional. Citrus oils can make skin photo-sensitive, turning it darker or lighter in the areas where it was applied.
Also consider your diet. Some acne prone skins are lacking the mineral Zinc, and the mineral Iodine has shown to aggravate some acne prone skins. The Zinc can be taken as a dietary supplement, and you can avoid Iodine by not consuming too much salt-water sea foods, prepackaged and fast foods.
If you are able, consult with a HHP to find more natural treatment options.
Good luck!
2006-11-09 18:42:57
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answered by C_Note 2
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Accutane does not lead to drug addiction.. the most common side effects is dry skin, dry eyes, dry lips... all those are other side effects are rare and the pharmaceutical companies let the public know of rare side effects to cover their own ***. I worked for a dermatologist and I have seen the effects of Accutane. I saw nothing but possible results. I saw a lot of happy people because they had cystic acne and now their skin was clear. The only problem with Accutane is the side effects are bad for pregnant woman. Babies can come out severely deformed if a pregnant woman uses Accutane. You would have to go in for an appointment with your dermatologist each month, and take a pregnancy test. Don't waste your money on Pro Activ, you can buy the same junk (salicylic acid) at the store, all that product is is good marketing. Try accutane. If you've tried antibiotics like Minocin and Doxy and creams like Differin or Benzaclin, Accutane may be exactly what you need.
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answered by Anonymous
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Right now my skin is perfectly clear, for the first time in 3 years. It's been about 9 weeks and all my acne is gone. It is such a great feeling to wake up with clear skin.
Holistic Acne Treatment Guide?
2016-05-15 23:03:24
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answered by Anonymous
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I would try using a gentle cleanser like dove soap. Washing your face with something like alcohol will most likely dry your skin out and make your sebacous glands (oil glands in your face) over-produce oil to compensate for the dryness and therfore make you break out even worse. Wash your face and use light moisturizer. If you have a bad pimple you can crush an aspirin tablet and mix it with a little water to make a paste and you pretty much have a store bought acne cream.
2006-11-09 15:05:07
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answered by Meagan loves Justin 2
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cut an orange in half, wash your face with cool water then rub the orange over your shin, then rinse with just water. this balances out the extra oil on your skin and leaves your skin feeling fresh and toned. use a light moisturizer for oily skin. This is not a cure but it will help, most acne will disappear as you get older, keep your skin clean, and cut back on greasy foods and chocolate, drink plenty of water and you should see an improvement.
2006-11-09 17:32:52
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answered by sunirose2 2
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I have done enough research and these are the natural things that helps:
Lemons.
Apple Cider Vinegar.
Baking soda.
Egg white.
Tea tree oil.
Emu oil.
If you have any of these, apply them on your face.
Great for acne and scars.
2006-11-10 00:15:15
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answered by cheesecake 2
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You should try the Clinique 3-step skin care system. It's not natural but it works really well and its not at all harse on your skin. I have uber-sensitive skin and I used to have a regular amount of acne, and my skin is not glowing and beautiful - I don't need to wear cover up on it. SERIOUSLY TRY IT!!!!
2006-11-09 19:55:53
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answered by Lis B 2
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