Okay, I’m furious right now! Ever since I was ten years old I’ve had an unconquerable case of acne (I am 13)! I’ve tried Clean & Clear and Neutrogena for a few months each and none have made a difference. I am not over-medicating, I am washing my face twice a day, washing my hair so the gross oil’s don’t get on my face, etc. but it’s still terrible. I have talked to my mom about going to a Dermatologist but she doesn’t want to go because she says it’s only for "high matienence" people. I find it a real problem, and I really think I need to go to a Dermatologist.
So the point is; Should I go to a dermatologist? What skincare product should I use? I’ve looked at Exposed Acne Treatment and it looks pretty decent.
Please help!!
"Should I go to a dermatologist?"
YES. There’s nothing frivolous about going to a dermatologist for acne. They have tools and expertise that no pharmacist or even GP can claim. I just bet you’d be thrilled with the improvement, Young Lady. But you are not the one who needs convincing, are you? So show this to your mom.
Dear Mom,
I’m a board certified otorhinolaryngologist with 32 years as a MD. If your kid is as miserable with her skin as she’s written (despite her sincere efforts at self-help), if you can manage to take her to a dermatologist for a consultation, please do.
Your kid needs your support on this… she already has mine.
-Doc
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Definitely go to the dermatologist. He/she may prescribe oral medications that can clear up your acne. I’ve heard Proactiv is one of the best topical acne systems, and not too expenseve.
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Comment by Maude — December 7, 2009 @ 11:16 am
"Should I go to a dermatologist?"
YES. There’s nothing frivolous about going to a dermatologist for acne. They have tools and expertise that no pharmacist or even GP can claim. I just bet you’d be thrilled with the improvement, Young Lady. But you are not the one who needs convincing, are you? So show this to your mom.
Dear Mom,
I’m a board certified otorhinolaryngologist with 32 years as a MD. If your kid is as miserable with her skin as she’s written (despite her sincere efforts at self-help), if you can manage to take her to a dermatologist for a consultation, please do.
Your kid needs your support on this… she already has mine.
-Doc
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Comment by Docmaggot — December 7, 2009 @ 11:33 am
i had acne on my forehead a lot when i was younger from like 13-16 and i tried acnefree (the generic version of proactiv and it worked amazing for me. after a while i stopped using it and my acne never came back.
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Comment by Danielle — December 7, 2009 @ 11:39 am
Always Research And Go To A Dermatologist
Here is a lifelong tip that helped me…..
Calamine Lotion can be used to treat acne, its a topic over the counter treatment that combines inc oxide and iron(III) oxide used as a spot treatment it can dry them out pimples quickly or let it set overnight for a longer lasting effect, or use a cotton ball and dab it all over like a mask and let dry for 10mins then rinse.
Or try taking a Zinc pill. it dries them from the inside out and keeps them from reoccuring as much.
Hope this helps
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Comment by mandi — December 7, 2009 @ 12:26 pm
Acne is the most commonly diagnosed skin condition. I think we should know about acne before we look for treatment options:
http://www.knowabouthealth.com/basic-facts-about-formation-of-pimple/
This article is excellent source of natural ways to deal with acne problem.
http://www.knowabouthealth.com/home-remedies-to-uproot-acne/
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Comment by Jammie — December 7, 2009 @ 12:31 pm
Hi there, please watch this video. "The Secret to Clear Skin" make sure you have a healthy diet, and drink alot of water, because this can dramatically change the difference in your skin.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gtl-1Kn8Gps
‘Skincare should be simple. Not complicated. The best things are always free. ‘
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Comment by Lilium — December 7, 2009 @ 1:01 pm