At night I use a cleanser (0.5% salicylic acid), scrub, acne mask, toner, acne treatment (1% salicylic acid and moisturizer with 0.5% salicylic acid. In the morning I use the cleanser, toner, treatment, and moisturizer and my skin has not been irritated and it has cleared up the acne somewhat but not completely. At night I started using a toner with 0.5% salicylic acid to get rid of the remaining acne and the plain toner in the morning but my skin has become dry and irritated. I think it's best to switch back to the salicylic acid free toner. I also recently heard that b. peroxide works best in the morning and salicylic at night. I'm thinking of going back to my original night routine and just using Stridex Power Pads (which have 2.5% benzoyl peroxide) and using cetaphil as a moisturizer in the morning time. Do you think using B. Peroxide in the morning and salicylic at night will irritate my skin? Also do you need to wash your face before using Power Pads?
2006-12-01 16:20:16 · 9 answers · asked by Trice 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
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.
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2006-12-01 18:30:32 · answer #1 · answered by annbest711 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I have used benzoyl peroxide for years and years and it always works. I have also researched about it and found that one of its properties is that it doesn't cause immunity to it from using it. As far as the Proactiv formula as a whole, it works for some people and not others. Some people have found it works for a while, then after a time it is no longer effective. For me, Proactiv never was effective--the cleanser was too strong. I just use a gentle cleanser and use a lotion with benzoyl peroxide. You might try doing the same, and if it doesn't work, then try other options. One thing I do know is that there are different contributing factors for acne in different people.
2016-03-13 01:32:19 · answer #2 · answered by Danielle 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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?
2016-05-14 21:22:30 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I struggled with acne for years and I finally found the solution that works for me. We have been fooled, tricked, deceived, and just plain lied to. It's time that someone put a stop to it, and everyone learn the truth!
Those of us who suffer from acne have usually been given 2 choices and neither of them work:
1. Over the counter remedies such as cleansers, creams, ointments, etc. These things have been proven over and over again not to work. Why? It does not address the root cause of the problem.
2. Go see a doctor and or dermatologist. They will generally prescribe prescription drugs which include topicals and or antibiotics. This, too, has been proven over and over again not to work. Why? It does not address the root cause of the problem.
I found a step-by-step program that cured my acne and it has never come back. It is amazing and doesn’t use any drugs or doctors. The truth is that acne can be cured…if we know the secret the doctors and drug companies don’t want us to know.
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2006-12-04 06:43:17 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes it is if you have sensitive skin like i do . Try acne soap and use moisturizer after instead and alternate with the B peroxide every other day.
2006-12-01 16:36:13 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
only use one, using too much will dry ur skin, make it peel, and make it worse
go with benzoyl peroxide
2006-12-02 06:39:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i have acne too well i guess u are using too much medicine as you know that for every medicine there are many side effects .so try to not to eat fatty and oily things use less sugar and drink as much water u can i do also use some medicine i.e, oxy pads, acne treatment cream, and face wash
2006-12-01 16:43:18 · answer #7 · answered by pervaiz elahi bukh soomro 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you have badly harsh acne on your face or on your neck then you have to consider Walden' plan
2016-06-04 00:45:20 · answer #8 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just watch for dryness as the two meds will dry the skin use sparingly ,,go see the dermatolgist they might have something new or better pointers
2006-12-01 16:30:32 · answer #9 · answered by goat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋