I Have This Acne Problem For 1.5 Years Already. I Don't Have The Cash To Go To A dermatologist.. So I was Hoping That it will cure by itself in time.. was wondering how long and will it cure by it self?
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Acne is a tough problem. Unfortunately, it doesn't always disappear as you get older, which could develop into adult acne.\n\nFurthermore, if left untreated, acne can cause semi-permanent scarring.\n\nThe good news is that it's all pretty much preventable.\n\nThe bad news is that I suggest if your acne is quite bad, you see a dermatologist as soon as possible. Save up some money, even if it means that you have to cut corners elsewhere for a while. You should make sure that your health and well-being is a priority.\n\nYou could try to tame acne with a regimen of over-the-counter solutions. You should make sure to wash your face at least 2 times a day, use a toner for oily or acne-prone skin, and use a topical cream to help dry out existing blemishes. You may also wish to try a system called "Proactiv Solution," which you may have seen on tv. People have used this product for acne with varying degrees of success. Google "Proactiv Solution" for more information.\n\nThe problem with this solution is that often, with acne, the problem is below the skin - where creams and washes can't reach. This is why it's so important to see a dermatologist.\n\nFor more information on this topic, google the terms "acne solution" or "acne tips."\n\nGood Luck!
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I actually just got the smoothbeam treatment and it worked pretty well.  I just started going to the dermatologist in upstate new york, where i live, and they put me on Keflex(an oral antibiotic), gave me Clindamycin pads, Gylcolic Acid pads for many body, and just recently, RetinA cream.  It all is starting to work, and my acne is really clearing up.  I just had the smoothbeam laser thingy, and it was pretty painless.  I saw some improvement from it a couple days after, and i still have a few more to go.  The V-Beam laser thing isn't approved by insurance, because its considered a "cosmetic" surgery, and i think im getting that done in late summer.  I guess it gets rid of all the redness on my face.  I suggest going to a better dermatologist, because I also struggle with acne.  But now that I'm seeing a dermatologist, my skin is starting to clear.  I heard accutane is really bad, because it dries out your whole body.  OH, i forgot, i also use a soap that is fragrance-free,dye-free, and free of anything else but gentle cleanser. That's what i use on my face when i wash it.  When you go to a GOOD dermatologist, make sure you follow EVERYTHING they tell you, don't skip anything.  Make sure you speak up and say that NOTHING has worked and be honest about it.  They'll know what to do, because acne doesn't last forever.  What you may have are acne scars, according to my dermatologist, and they'll stay red like that for a long time, unless you get some V-Beam treatments, which you should ask about.  The only problem is that, although the Smoothbeam treatments are payed for by insurance, the V-Beam treatments are not.  It's going to cost me about $200 per session,and ill need 2 sessions.  My dermatologist said that people usually see a 50-80 percent difference after the treatment, so it works really well.\n\nI hope this all helps, just try and go find a good dermatologist!!
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Acne is a serious skin disease and tough to cope with,unfortunately. As to your question depends on the pimple, if you pick it in most cases after quite every pimple is leaving a blemish,which is not good looking. But if you see a scarred face,caused by acne, it would probably took years to appear that worse. I mean that there are pimples, which are leaving deeper scars and they do not fade away or erase and stay. Year after year the scars occur more and more. So it is very important the acne to be cured by a dermatologists on time.\nHope that is of help.\nHave a great day!
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My acne went away when I was 20ish, but I do know people that carry this on the rest of their life.  What you will find is that the older you get you will find ways to manage your acne, and today I am acne free.\n\nPlus I have used Procactive with great success...not for acne...but my skin looks and feels so much healthier.
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i started accutane 8 days ago and it has worked so so so well. my face is already 50% better and it CURED my mother. no depression which is a HUGE suprise knowing me!!! the only thing is im only 12 and cant bend down with out having a soar back. it started 15 minutes after taking my first pill. we didn't get the genaric brand and it costed $865 for 1 MONTH. 25 dollars a pill. genaric works a lot less but a lot cheeper. if ur face is really bad, it wont dry out your skin but if it isn't horrible, it may dry out your face and u cant get facials but u wont need them because ur face will be good already. my face isn't dry. i would take it if i were u. they say it causes depression but for me it got me over my depression because my face is beautiful for the first time since 2nd grade(its been a long time, i also have acne on my back) it is so worth it. go for it because my derm. said that if ppl are going to still get pregnant(which they will), they will take it off the market so do it asap.
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I had really bad acne in my teens but now when I tell people that they can't believe it. It's probably an annoying thing to say but look for a long term solution. \n\nI used Physohex which is heavily chemical and it cleared my acne up but it damaged my skin. I have since concentrated on eating a fairly healthy diet and washing my face twice a day with just a cheap, chemical free cleanser. Moisturising is good even if it makes you feel oily bc you are balancing the drying effects of cleansing.\n\nYou can massively change your skin but think 6 months rather than 6 hours - remember your skin regenerates totally new skin cells every 6-10 months so look after the next layer rather than the one you see in the mirror.
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I've seen many commercials on TV which advertise a treatment  called Proactive. She could also see a dermatologist.\nOh, now I remember one friend of mine who had acne and she used a home-made treatment: it was something with honey and soap (the one used for washing clothes), crushed into little pieces. Ok that may sound weird, and I'm not sure if it works, but I remember my friend using it. But what I know is that there are many home-made treatments, but I've never had acne, so I cant tell you exactly.
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1st I would go see a dermatologist.  \nHowever if you can't do that.. I found out that WalMart carrys a Acne Gel w/ 10% Benzoil Peroxide (It is a Generic Name).  I will double check when I get home for you.  My Daughter whom has SEVERE acne probs used that and it worked for a long time, now we use antibiotics and other RX's from the doctor
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any over the counter medication with salicytic acid in it is going to work fast- this ingredient is ASPIRIN! i don't know why it works- but i learned this lesson the hard way... tried all of the benzoyl peroxide products and all they did was make my skin peel all around the acne\n\nthe aspirin in the other products cleans out the infection causing the pimple, rather than trying to just wash it out like the benzoyl peroxide products. \n\ni am allergic to aspirin and can still use them... \n\nalso i use St Ives medicated apricot face scrub daily in the shower to keep my face acne free now-- works wonders!\n\ngood luck\nsusan
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my suggestion would be a mild Colon cleanse, all bad things start in the Colon and if it is gunked up it will cause bacteria to grow and cause lots of skin problems, I have a teen that had bad acne and we used all types of cleanser and such no help 5 days into 21 day cleanse cleared up and no problem since. for more info email me
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Homeopathic Treatment for Acne :-\n\n1.Three drops each in a sip of water thrice a day half hour before meals,\na.BELLADONNA 30\nb.KALI BICH 30\nc.SULFUR 30\nfollowed by these Cell Salts 4 tablets each let them dissolve on your tongue:-\na.SILICEA 6X\nb.KALI MUR 6X\nc.CALC FLOUR 6X\nTake all atleast 30 minutes before meal times meaning do not take anything 30 minutes before and after taking these remedies. And avoid Chocolates Coffee Mints and Red Meat while you are taking these remedies.\nReport back with your conditions after taking them for a week !\nTake Care and God Bless !
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It's a cyst that requires a doctor to lance the area & remove it.  I had one on my back once from acne that I thought had cleared up on its own.  I had crappy insurance then like you do now.  Just make an appointment, be specific about the visit & go.  Most doctor's offices will work out payments with you if you have any co-pays.
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My sister had really bad acne and went to the dermatologist.  One of the things the doctor had her do - was to put hot compresses on her face.  So - i think you're on to something.\n\nIf you can - go and see a dermatologist.\n\nHave you tried Proactiv?  It seems to help a lot of people who have tried most everything else.
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It works for me.  I don't have severe acne, but when acne appears I apply it and small pimples are gone the next day, larger ones in a few days.
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i tried using everything and the most unexspensive product has me looking beautiful like $3.00 dollars worth i don't think you will get anything that works better for this cheap......its called acquate  acne treatement and you can find it at walmart where they have the perfumes section or probably At walgreens.....you should buy the face wash and the cream is the one that helps the most ... but whatever you do don't leave it for to long or put it on day time..... this product works really good leave it for 15 min and then wash with the face wash but make sure when your done washing you put son block on your face or cream that doesn't have scent...... so your face won't start peeling or dry up... why cream withough scent because it causes you to have more pimples..... do not wash your face with soup because that is one of the other things that causes pimples..... i really garantee it'll will work if you fallow the procedure everyday ........if it causes real dryness discontinue using ... only use it when really needed.. also i see that you vatar has bangs on the front of her forhead ... if you really do that and wear hair spray that is causing your pimples to get larger or suppoting them to grow... wash you face daily and i mean wash it daily like 3 times a day.....if you ware make up .... lower it to twice atlist even if it means putting all over again... its worthed trust me...............................................
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In my early twenties, I had acne that just would not go away.  I started washing my face, gently, with the noxzema, noxema, I don't how to spell it, in the jar, not the lotion-like kind.  After one week, my acne was completely gone and stayed gone as long as I used it.  It may not be the quick cover-up, but it sure did work for me and it got rid of my acne, not just covering it up.
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its working. i cant believe how amazing it turned my little brother to an acne free pimp. ive noticed that my brother's acne slowly disappered in about 3 to 4 months. he had acne all over his forehead, his cheeks and even on the side of his cheekbone. now, he only has a few on his forehead which is not visible when you are about 4 feet away. He uses the solution every night before he goes to bed. u should try it.