Can't get rid of this acne! Advice??

Question

so heres the deal: i just turned 22, im a male, and i still cannot get rid of this damn acne. I didn't get it til after I graduated HS, when i was 18. It was really bad, but at like age 20 it started to tone down. Its very mild now, and most people say its barely noticeable and such, but I CAN notice it, thats the problem. Certain mirrors portray it more than others. I just hate the fact that Im 22 and deal with this sh*t. I almost never see any guys my age with acne. I've dealt with many problems in my life, but this just seems to be the thing that bothers me most. This my routine:

1. Shower at night, applying dove wash
2. before i go to bed - apply retin a micro and benzaclin....after that I put on a moisturizer
3. Wake up, wash off the retin-a and benzaclin with dove wash...then apply moisturizer.


Thats it, while it is working....it still isn't fully "clear". I've been doing this for about 4 months now.

Am I doing something wrong?

Should I just get accutane?

Answer 1

Every little thing counts when it comes to fighting acne and keeping it under control. After all, zits are not that big themselves, they just bug us in a big way. We don't always realize that seemingly insignificant things can help us look better (or worse, depending on what they are), while intentionally following myths, we do more harm than good to the skin.

Here are a few things to consider if you don't want to see those pimples pop up.

DO:

= Clean your face twice a day. Use a cleanser that is designed for your skin type and avoid harsh and irritating products. When cleaning your skin and rinsing it with water (make sure to use plenty!), move from the neck to the hairline - that way you are not likely to spread hair build up over your face, as it can aggravate acne.

= If you work out and sweat, clean your face after you exercise.

= Use a moisturizer for your skin type. Even if your skin is oily, don't ignore this important part of your daily routine. Your skin needs protection. Overdrying your skin will not do any good: on the contrary, the oil glands will start working even harder.

= Choose cosmetics made for your skin type.

= Use products with fruit acids. They help to shed old skin cells and prevent pore clogging. You are not likely to see the results overnight, but be patient and stick to the treatment - you will be pleasantly surprised.

= Protect your skin from wind and harsh environment as they make skin prone to infections.

= Shampoo your hair regularly. Oil glands on your scalp produce the same sebum as those on your face. Add hair care products residues and environmental elements that stick to your hair - and you have a super-effective acne causing solution.

= Drink lots of water to clean your body of toxins and keep your skin hydrated from the inside.

= Take vitamins and eat a healthy diet. People who suffer from acne often don't get enough vitamin A in their diets (you may want to consult your doctor about that since large doses of vitamin A can be toxic). Zinc supplements are known to fight acne outbreaks. Healthy eating is good for all parts of your body. While diet changes alone won't spare you of acne, they will help your skin look better.

= See a doctor if your acne is severe.

DON'T:

= Don't use drying cleansers and harsh scrubs. They destroy the protective barrier and alter skin pH, making skin vulnerable and prone to infections. Astringents should be used on oily areas only.

= Don't squeeze zits. This is the worst thing to do, and for many the hardest to avoid. Still, if you don't want to aggravate the condition, don't pick on your pimples. You can, however, drain them with a sterilized needle once they are mature.

= Don't scratch or rub your skin. Sometimes rubbing can cause zits on otherwise clear complexion. You may want to experiment if you are brave enough, otherwise try to keep your hands off your face and avoid wearing hats, helmets or bands that may cause unpleasant surprises.

= Don't tan. Even though tan will mask the blemishes, the effect is temporary. Excessive sun exposure can aggravate acne. Many over-the-counter and prescription acne products make your skin sensitive to sun. In addition to causing skin dehydration and premature aging, UV rays destroy cells responsible for skin's immunology

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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 5

Many of us have experienced acne. Those who have, no longer do.

Best answer is: Find something else to think about and get on with your life. Acne will go away in time (not too long) and there WILL come a time when you'll find it hard to remember you were ever inflicted with the problem.

Salves, potions, pills and soaps will only give some psychological relief. Mature thinking will do the same.

Good luck!

Answer 6

I feel for you dude. I had acne as a kid, so bad that my face looks like the moon now. I finally got the accutane, it was new at the time (just hinted at my age, sorry) and it worked. It had some side effects for me, such as REALLY dry skin and constantly chapped lips. At that point, I really didn't care about that..the acne was going away. I don't know what works today, or even what's available....but your doctor does. You really should check in with him/her. Good luck and remember that you are still a cool person, even if your oil glands don't think so.

Answer 7

I don't have any personal experience with this and I know I hate it when people point out the obvious to me, but since you didn't mention anything about this, I have no way of knowing weather you know it or not.
Diet. Diet has a lot to do with our skin. That is something you can research. You may or may not know to avoid fried/greasy foods. But there are also certain foods that we can eat that actually nurish our skin. There are also certain foods that aren't nec. obvious that can damage our skin. You can do research on that if you haven't already.
And just a little bit of wisdom: True beauty is something that comes from within and works it's way out, not the other way around. I'm sure your skin doesn't look as bad as you think it looks. Physical beauty isn't nearly as important as spiritual beauty.

Answer 8

Lifestyle: Moderation and regularity are good things, but not everyone can sleep eight hours, eat three good meals, and drink eight glasses of water a day. You can, however, still control your acne even if your routine is frantic and unpredictable. Probably the most useful lifestyle change you can make is to apply hot compresses to pustules and cysts, to get facials, and never to pick or squeeze pimples. Playing with pimples, no matter how careful and clean you are, nearly always makes bumps stay redder and bumpier longer. People often refer to redness as “scarring,” but fortunately it usually isn’t, in the permanent sense. It's just a mark that takes months to fade if left entirely alone.

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Answer 9

Calcium Sulphate. It removes wastes from the bloodstream. You can get it from the chemist, or a health food shop. It's part of a very useful health supplement regime invented by a man called Schuessler, who's the guy who invented the word "biochemical". Comes in various shapes and sizes, but the keywords are Schuessler/biochemical tissue salts. You can find the stuff online.

I know it's infuriating, I had acne for years. For guys, it's partly hormone related at your age, which is hardly encouraging, but quite normal. It should shut down in a couple of years anyway.

Answer 10

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Answer 11

Hi,
I am a dermatologist by profession and within a careeer of 10 years I have seen lots of acne problems. According to me Red and white pimples are the worst and painful. Acneprone skin is very sensitive, even if you touch it once the redness will increase with itching. According to me there is no magical way to heal your pimples over night as this is the puffed part of your skin due to the bacteria.

In simple words try to improve your diet and have lots of water that helps in healingg process. Un-necessary oily food should be avoided to get a healthy spotless skin.