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Monday, November 23, 2009
Acne!!!
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I tried Proactiv years ago. I noticed a difference within a few days. I received it as the free trial, but it was too expensive to keep up with, at least for me at the time. I could have sworn the bottles where a lot bigger than 1 or 2oz, though.
Some people said that after working great for them for a long time, their face got used to it and it stopped working. I didn't use it long enough to say.
I'm actually looking for something now. I think my issue is hormones as well. My right cheek looks a little bad, but my forehead looks horrible. :(
Try using the Clean & Clear advantage acne control kit. This worked for me and its on the cheaper side. Also have you seen a doctor? If you haven't you should as they may advise you to take some medication topical or orally which may get rid of the problem quicker. Erythromycin is a good antibiotic that can be used directly on the skin or taken in tablet form.
@Maz I will have to talk to my doctor about the antibiotic. I know Clean & Clear is on the cheap side and will look into that also. Thank You.
@Ambrosia I heard so many mixed reviews about Proactiv. Some say it works some say it does not. Others say after a while it stops working like you mentioned.
I recently read about mayo clearing up skin. I have to research that more. Thanks ladies for your input.
I was having a horrible time of it recently. I'd say go gentle instead of with all the arsenal lol. I don't know your skin type so I can't tell you specifically what to do.
What I did was:
1. cut out almost all sugar (esp juice...did only water)
2. I got the real vitamin E oil (from my local health food store) for the night time for dryness. Used it before bed after I washed my face. I use Cetaphil moisturizer for any other time.
3. Cut down washing my face with cleanser (soap) to once per day (at night before bed). Plus I use Cetaphil cleanser for sensitive skin which doesn't even sud much. Then in the morning just wash with cool water and a wash cloth. I first saw this on Oprah and been doing it ever since.
As Maz said, you should see a doc if this is bothering you a lot and you want to get rid of this quicker. I know retin-A will take all your blues away =)
@S-hair Thanks for stopping by. First of all Im loving how silky and shiny your ponytail is in your avi. So pretty.
My skin is very oily so I think adding more oil will not be good. lol. Girl Im trying to cut down on the sugar intake. I was doing so good with it in the warmer months now it seems I drink whatever I get my hands on. As far as using a cleanser goes I only use it on my face once a day when removing my makeup. Other than that I like using plain water. Im still considering the Doc suggestion.
Thank You for your suggestions. I really appreciate it.
You should really try oil rinses.
I've been having breakouts and stuff for a few weeks now and when I started doing oil rinses and washing with African black soap they cleared up.
I talked about it a little in one of my blog posts: http://womansglory.blogspot.com/2009/12/skin-care-clearing-my-breakouts.html
And they talked about it on BHM too: http://forum.blackhairmedia.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=169646
Hope this helps!
-blaque_sassi
Hey SoSassy. Thanks for commenting. I hear a lot about this black soap. Im going to look for it locally and give it a try.
ProActiv is GREAT for some people and the exact opposite of others. I mean people end up with worse skin conditions. Why? Its the active ingredient: Benzoyl peroxide A lot of people are allergic to it and this is how they find out. You could always try to find a cheaper brand in the stores just to see if you have a reaction because from what i heard they are easily returned. My mall has a ProActiv vending machine...yes a vending machine but they say NOTHING about returns. Anyway, people who are allergic to Benzoyl peroxide try products with the main ingredient Salicylic acid.
I didn't add any brands because there are so many. Best tip is to find a light oil control lotion for your face and use it twice a day (or after every wash.) Also apple cider vinegar is a great choice for your complexion. Good luck. It doesn't look so bad, though. I've seen faces that look like who-did-it-and-ran. You're not that bad.
Lastly, I agree with sosassy. I ♥ black soap! Between that and shea butter I better neva do nuthin to get put in jail. My baby soft skin is hawt! LOL No seriously, African Black Soap is great on my skin and face. I don't use the store fake soap. I get the real bulk chunk with twigs and...grains?
Hello Dwana, Thank you so much for responding. I am scared to try Proactive cause I dont need to breakout any more. But I would love to try the Black soap. Where do you purchase yours from?
Hello. I've come across your site and like it. Would you like to become affiliates?
I use black soap by ultra. It's not the real black soap but it works for me. I purchased it from wal mart in the "black section" I used baking soda 3 times a week as a scrub. I use witch hazel as a toner. These items are cheap!
MommyKE I have the Ultra black soap and using it now. I hope it clears up the dark spots. The bumps are gone. Would the witch hazel help with the dark spots?
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