I was on roaccutane 4 years ago but, although a vast imrpovement, have never had clear skin. My skin has been getting progressively worse for 2 years. I think if I want to go on it again I have to go through all the different levels of treatment first and that takes years! I am taking a multi-vitamin and trying to remember to take agnus castus but keep forgetting! I have suspected PCOS too but i'm not overweight for my height, BMI is 24, i'm 21 years old and have been a vegetarian for 3 years. I am going to try Saw palmetto supplement, chromium and Acidophilus. No topical treatment or antibiotics are working, nor do dermalogica products! Thanks for your help!
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try putting toothpaste on it overnight to take it down and also eye drops to take out the redness.
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I usually switch up my brands, sticking with the "strongest" ie: Degree, Arid Xdry, Secret, when the current brand I am using is no longer as effective.  So far it seems to work.  You could also check with your dermatalogist.  Some people have overactive glands that can be treated.  Even Botox is being used for excess persperation.
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Take the Homeopathic remedy SULFUR in 200 potency once a week and take BERBERIS A in mother tinture potency 5 drops in a sip of hot water thrice a day half hour before meals it will clear your skin and make your skin glow, without any side effects or complications. To remove Pockmarks or acne marks apply CALENDULA OINTMENT try them for 15 days and tell everybody about the effects ;-) ! Awesome Results.\nTake Care and God Bless you !
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Eat a high fibre diet. It will keep you regular and regularity is a key factor in clear skin. Eat more omega 3's and have a multi vitamin tablet, formulated for the skin. Other than that, i can tell you about a good facial treatment, that you can do once a week, to keep your skin healthy and glowing. First massage your face with some moisturizer, then scrub out all the moisturiser gently with a towel. Massage some olive oil onto your face. dampen a peice of cloth with hot water and squeeze it out and spread it over your face, . the heat increases circulation and absorbtion. repeat 3 times. Then, make a scrub with some oats and apple cider vinegar and srub your skin with it in circular movements for  a minute. Then wash and pat dry. After this, make a mixture of milk powder and orange juice and apply all over face. leave for 20 minutes and wash off. Next, moisturize. it might take you half an hour, but it will keep your skin looking fabulous for a whole week.
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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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Hi\nYeah thats normal. Your hormones are creating havoc with your skin. It should settle down when you are around 16-20 years.\nWhat you  could do is\n1. NEver pick at them. it leaves scars. \n2. Washing face a  couple of times a day with a good face wash helps.\n3. Reduce the fried foods.\n4. If you hav ea   really huge one and you absolutely need to get rid of it  try putting colgate toothpaste on it :). not the gel variety but the original white pasty one. 2 nights of that should do the trick.\nAll this advice comes out of experience and a  couple of pimple scars!\n\n8 months is way too long. You should meet a  doc asap cos its around this age that PCOD sets in. You'll start putting on weight too. You may need to take birth control pills to regulate your cycles
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I used accutane in my late teens. My suggestion "Don't use it" Although it did clear my skin it gave me mood swings and became depressed and anti-social. When I recently asked a doctor what he thought he best put it by saying "its like killing a fly on the wall with a gun, you get the job done but leave a bigger problem behind". If you do decide to take it be sure it doesn't interfere with your daily life. Ask your friends if they notice a change in your behavior, if they see you're drawn away from them stop taking it. Be safe and good luck.
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Everyone  has unique skin.  Your skins sounds like it maybe sensitive to the chemicals that are in Proactiv.  I used the product about 6 years ago.  At first it word great!  I used it just like they said.  But as time went on (about 1 year) my skin became immune to the treatment and it didn't work anymore.  I called them and they said that was normal for some people.  \nI recommend trying to be more gentle to your skin.  Perhaps  in the morning, wash your face with something mild and be sure to hydrate with a non-pore clogging face lotion(both morning and night).  Then just use the Proactiv at night.   \nGood luck to you!
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I used Accuatane in high school and I am happy with the results.  I used to have bad acne.  Not only on my face but also on my back and chest.  I was on the yellow pill which I believe was only 20mg and as far as I know there is at least another dosage (40mg, red I believe).  \n\nThe side effect for me where that my skin was very dry all the time so I had to use lotions every day and sometimes twice a day.  The constant lip balms/chap-stick.  Usually doctors tell you to go on this medication during the summer since the air is not as dry then.\n\nThis medication also puts a huge stress on the liver.  Since there are monthy blood test to see how your body is reacting to it, it is a good idea to use the least amount of antibiotics as possible, not to mention alcohol.  In the last month of the treatment I was told it was having an effect on my liver but we finished the last month.\n\nI haven't been told I have any liver problem and my skin is pretty much acne free. I still get a pimple from time to time but from the 6 month of taking care of my skin continuously I still use face product in the morning and at night.  BTW I used Accuate about 9 years ago.  I also had many friends at that time use it and they had good results too.  Hope this helps
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I don't agree with the most pals above me, simply because the problem is really not easy to cope with. Definitely,special products,proven one being massaged everyday into your skin, after a previous meticulous exfoliating would give results. But in case that they Do not go away, then the 100% natural and proven is the so called "Green peel", an amazing mixture of plants, a peeling without any side effects, giving great results also as to discolorations, spots, pigmentations, not only on your face, but your body too. Just inform yourself in which saloon it is made and you will regain your skin texture and normal pigmentation.
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Hi mbmare5!  I hope I can help you a little.  I too, was diagnosed with Rosacea.  I'm 42 years old & have been a bit of a sun worshipper all of my life.  Like you, I have always found that getting sun improves my condition although the doctors may just try to attribute that to the fact that having a tan may makes your whole face look a bit redder.  (I don't know if I buy that one).  I haven't gotten the acne-like symptoms, that must be upsetting to you.  \n\nThere are two things that you haven't mentioned. The first is spicy foods, the second is the prescription Metrogel (which I believe comes in a creme as well).  Many doctors say that spicy foods cause Rosacea outbreaks & this seems to make some sense to me.  If you are like me & love spicy foods, try cutting them out to see if your condition improves.  Also, I have been using Metrogel.  In the beginning I was constantly forgetting to use it daily, so it never helped at all.  When I got myself on a regular regimen, twice a day, it made a noticeable difference.  Please try this if you have not, but remember that this is not a cure, so if you stop using it, your condition will usually go back to the way it was before you ever started using it.\n\nYou've probably heard all of this before, but if not, I hope it helps a bit.  Remember, since Metrogel can't do any HARM anyway, don't quit until you've used at least one full-size tube. I'm still out in the sun & at this point I think I'm the only one who even knows I have it!\n\nPlease feel free to contact me if you'd like.  mrdoolin1
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Oh Mamasita, NO!  I've tried everything.  You just have to fight it all the way.  Take your vitamins and eat right,  keep your skin clean and moisturized (a good eye cream like PorVentin-AT liftin serum, available at CVS $20) helps.  The grey hair....I dye it.  I stay as active in youthful stuff, actually I never stopped rock and rollin'
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I have the same problem, I'm going to try Cetaphil, Use a mild cleanser and a  moisturizing cream/spf15. They say drink lots of water and fruits and veggies. 5 servings per day. Make sure the make up is "non-comedogenic". Go to cetaphil.com and it'll give you more information.  They say if that doesn't work then go to a dermatolgist and get some meds for it. I'm about done with over the counter remedies, if this doesn't work then that's where I'm going.
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You could try the use of Aloe Vera Gel by Forever Living Products. I've heard that this helps, but could take up to 12 months. in combination with the Aloe First also by FLP would be even better.\nYou can find out more about these products at www.keosam.com.\nNote that these are not drugs, but natural food supplements that could help you, there are many expiriences where these products helped, so I recomend them to you.
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Don't pop 'em!  That can actually spread the problem. I kept my face clean, stayed away from all the "trigger" foods, took medication.... I hate to sound like a commercial but I've had acne for ...well...years and nothing ever worked until I got Proactiv.  It really works.
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cut the sugar out sweety as much as possible and get a bottle of tea tra and dab it on the spots directly and superdrug now do a good cleanser toner in tea tree too x the sebum in your skin is finding its happy medium due to your age and hormonal imbalances do not worry it will pass just wait youll be a stunner xx oh and water too lots of\ngod i wish i was 15 again !!!!!
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I only have an anectodatal answer for you.  But, I had a boyfriend who constantly used the stuff.  His skin got worse and worse.  I suggested that maybe he should gradually cut back to see if his skin would do better and after two weeks he wasn't using it at all and his skin was a lot better.  I thin k it over dryed his skin and therefore, it over produced oils to try and compensate and then it became a vicious cycle.  By the way, a lot of people swear by Pro-Activ to prevent it in the first place and not to treat it after it has occurred.  Good luck