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Acne

For some, acne is a minor nuisance or a relic of the past. However, acne can be a medical issue or a social impairment. Here you can ask and answer questions about the causes of acne, how one might prevent future acne, and most importantly, how to treat it.

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What are some of the causes of nodular acne in a person?

The causes of nodular acne in a person are caused by over production of sebum in the body, bacterial buildup, hormonal imbalances and dead skin getting clogged in pores.

How do you make your acne go away?

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If two black dots in your ear looked like blackheads but swelled up when you tried to pop them What were they?

Quite possibly they were blackheads that got infected. If you drain an infected spot, always use a sterile needle and make sure that the area is clean (and your hands as well). Use neosporin or other topical antibiotic afterwards. It would be better if you allowed a doctor to do this procedure.

You got off ortho tri-cyclen about 3 months ago and your period is late and I have terrible acne?

if you are not sure take a test or go to the doctors, you should probably go to the doctors either way just to see whats going on. once you come off of bc you can become irregualr and your periods and body may be confsed and need time to adjust

How do you know you are getting a pimple?

You know when youre getting a pimple when a small area of your skin swells, and becomes sore when touched.

Does granola bars cause acne?

no. but keeping your face clean will prevent it. the blackhead eraser works very well.

Can overwashing your face give you more pimples?

Well ONLY wash your face twice a day once in the morning and once at night. And yes it can, because it can strip your face of its natural ingredients.

What is the best way to make your skin clear and nice all my friends have really good skin and mine is blotchy and i get pimples please help?

Well, I read this thing, it said to cure acne you eat apples ONLY for three days, and drink water ONLY. It also makes you have like mild laxatives or whatever. Then on the last day, treat yourself to a cup of grape juice for DINNER.

How do you fade scars?

use shea butter because it's pure and it works better than coco butter.

What is the best way to prevent acne?

Warm Water and Epsom Salts will clear up acne in a few days if you're consistent in applying it. Just mix 3 T epsom salts in 1 -2 cups water (heat in microwave), soak a clean face towel in it, wring out and place on your face for about 20 minutes (you'll need to re-soak and wring out again to keep the towel warm). Make sure the towel is not too hot.

You can then follow it up with a 2% beta hydroxy solution, which will help exfoliate inside the pores, and some benzoyl peroxide to kill the remaining bacteria(this is a good before bed regimine). The epsom salts pull bacteria (and kill them )--and help pull sebum from the pores, the heat from the towel open the pores and then allow the beta hydroxy and benzoyl peroxide to work better. If you've ever spent a few days swimming in the ocean you may have noticed your skin clears up --it's the whole salt thing -- certain bacteria -- especially the one's responsible for acne, can't survive in it...but you don't want to over do it because too much salt will burn your skin -- like everything, moderation and your body will tell you what's too much.

Be sure to cleanse skin with a mild cleanser daily and don't over wash face as this will just irritate your skin.

A great source for acne products that have the correct pH balance (for the hydroxy acids to work effectively) is Paula's Choice. I'm not affiliated with the brand, but have found the products to be effective, not terribly expensive and thoroughly tested to work...after trying expensive prescriptions like Differin, Retin A and all the drugstore and other "expensive brands --Proactive, etc... There's another website called acne.org that has a great reader forum for this!

They only doctor approved product is Facial Genesis which is a potent facial serum. I have found that, if you get a good face wash (I use Noxzema), and you wash your face once in the morning and once at night before you go to bed, that should help, but don't over wash your face and don't scrub your face when you wash it, as this can bother your skin and sometimes make acne worse. I had to experiment with a few different brands before I found one that worked, if nothing I said helps you, you could go to the doctor. Also don't pop your zits because that just shoves the stuff in your pores farther down. Hope this helped you! Sometimes stop eating as much chocolate. Some people think its a myth but I found that it really helps.

Depending on the type of acne you have will make a difference on what might work. Some people I know, including myself have tried Proactive and it works really well. I use it only when I get bad flare ups and it clears up within a couple days. If you have more serious issues it may not work and you may have to take medication but I would certainly start with something OTC. ORIGINS SKIN CARE is also really good. Give it a try; it's expensive but it really works.

If you wear a lot of make-up, try to cut down on liquid make-up because it damaged my skin, and once I started to use kind of powdery make-up my face is so clear and doesn't break out at all. And don't bother spending a bunch of money on face washes. The best face wash you can get is the god given one, water.

Proactive products have worked wonders for two of my friends.

Okay, so I've had acne for the longest time ever, since, like fifth grade, I think.

And I've found that the best way to get rid of it, is naturally, because I swear to god I've tried every single product [[pescriptions, over the counter, et cetera, et cetera]] until I got this natural remedies book that had a section on acne.

Wash your face twice a day, once in the morning when you wake up, and once before you go to bed. But, I always wore foundation to try and cover up the fact that I had acne, so if you wear make-up then wash it off sometime in the afternoon, after school or work. Don't use medicated facewash at night, and preferrably just in the morning.

And another thing that works very very well, is Apple Cider vinegar. If you dab it on your acne before you go to bed [[for best results once or twice a day]] and leave it on, it works beautifully. But it does burn a bit and makes your eyes water. Also, aloe vera gel, before you go to bed, or lemon juice, or rubbing papaya skin on your face. Just alternate these random things, don't put them all on your face every night. That would take forever and I'm not sure how well it would work. There are several other things like honey. Honey works really well. But I've tried sleeping with it on my face...It was all over my pillows by the time I woke up. Mixing honey and cinnamon together and putting that on your face for a while, at least thirty minutes works well. Or honey by itself. Even tomatos help. If you dab the excess tomato juice off and leave the slices on your face it works as a toner. Oh yeah and Witch Hazel [[an astringent used for cuts and rashes]] works really well and gets rid of scars too. Actually all the other things I named get rid of scars too, especially apple cider vinegar [[it worked the best for me]]. And vitamin E oil, you can get it at beauty supply stores or health stores like GNC, if you leave that on your face for a long time daily it works well. Even though it feels greasy and gets you all paranoid that it's gonna make you break out, it totally doesn't. Just don't touch your face while it's on there, that probably would make you break out. Also if you mix nutmeg and unboiled milk into a paste and put that on pimples it gets rid of them. Leave that on for about thirty minutes. And cucumber juice [[straight from cucumbers, I guess]] prevents acne, and makes your skin all fresh looking. I guess I wouldn't recommend this for a lot of people who are not that immune to pain, but Horse Radish Sauce clears up your skin really well, but do it about once a week, just put it on your pimples and leave it on for about thirty minutes. It burns a lot for a few minutes and makes your eyes water insanely. And I also have tried putting soy sauce on my face, that works too.

But you can also drink things that make your skin clear up, and if you drink them continuously, I'm sure they keep your acne from springing up. If you drink about 2 table spoons of apple cider vinegar about three times a day [[mixed with cranberry juice b/c it's disgusting without]], and drink green tea a lot, about 3-4 glasses a day, preferrably decaf. That works insanely well. It clears it up because of the anti-oxidants and prevents it, and it makes your skin tone even and clears up scars, also. And you can conveniently rub that used warm tea bag on your face and that works really great on acne and tightens pores and makes your face pretty, somewhat like a foundation. Also, I know it sounds cliche but drinking eight glasses of water a day helps. I don't know, I think it has something to do with keeping your liver hydrated which gives it more time to actually work better and clear out toxins better. And all of these things together can actaully help you lose weight too, without even dieting.

But try not to dry your face out too much, don't go insane and start torturing your skin with this newly learned information.

Take some water and baking powder and make a paste. Rub it on your face, but don't leave it on too long. Also, make sure not to get it in your eyes, because it burns badly. Then just rinse it off with warm water and apply your acne cream.

Does acne turn guys off?

it can in the early years as young boys (and girls) can be very superficial at a young age. as people get older and mature they do start to realise that its not permanent and will go away. When I met my first husband he had incredibly bad acne... but I knew it would pass, and it did...

Girls do have an added bonus that they can wear makeup to cover the acne scars. but I wouldn't do it often (just for school photos etc) as it can make acne worse.

it will pass. I promise.

Is there achne pills?

Yes there are, and creams. Acne is prevalent when high hormonal levels are present. A balanced diet. good hygene and sparse use of makeup can alleviate the symptoms. Pills aren't always the answer.

A good facial scrub combined with a healthy low fat diet and plenty of exercise work wonders.

What is mean by proactive and interference retroactive?

Retroactive interference refers to the difficulty one experiences in recalling something earlier learned as opposed to recent information studied. For example a student studied French in the first semester and now is in the process of doing Spanish, it will be more difficult to recall the French than the Spanish , because the current topic is fresher in his mind.

Does putting toothpaste on pimples work?

yes, it does. and some people even think that it works just as well as any sore pimple, or spot treatment. this is because it has an antibacterial ingredient that is usually in deodorant, soap, or mouthwash that can kill the bacteria. however, it depends on the person. everyone's skin is different, and they break out for different reasons. toothpaste has worked for me, and i usually use it as a cheap way to get rid of large, or sore pimples faster.

How can laser treatment for acne make a person more confident?

If acne has been a problem for a person, it can reduce your self-esteem and cause you to feel extremely low. Laser treatment is a safe and effective way to treat acne. It makes the skin fresher and is much more efficient than topical creams and ointments. This means that a person undergoing the treatment would see an effect immediately.

What do you do when you get a pimple on your butt?

When you get a pimple on your butt, it's important to keep the area clean and avoid squeezing or popping it, as this can lead to infection. You can apply a warm compress to reduce inflammation and consider using over-the-counter acne treatments containing benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid. Wearing loose-fitting clothing can help prevent irritation, and if the pimple persists or worsens, consulting a healthcare professional may be necessary.

Is it possible to minimize or get rid of a scar that is over 4 months old and if so how can it be done?

Although it should have been done right after the injury, rubbing vitamin E (which you can find at the drugstore in soft gel capsules) can help minimize scarring. Improved Answer (from different person) I tried vitamin E but it didn't work. You can also get Mederma... it's great for scars if you put it on consistently enough. Otherwise, you can just wait it out.....a scar on my leg and another one on my arm went away after about 3 years. (It was very large).

Does methyl salicylate removes acne?

By itself no, methyl salicylate would increase the absorption into the skin of a medicine that could.

Can sperm get your pimples away?

It's not typical to break out from getting a cum facial but some people might if they are not familiar with the man's semen. In other words, if the person never before came into contact with the guy's cum. When any two people get together and exchange fluids, there's a lot of chemistry going on and getting used to the other person's fluids might take some time.

Typically, as long as the man is healthy and eats healthy, his cum can do wonders for your skin, especially your face. If you do it right, your skin will get smoother, softer, and clearer after getting your skin covered in cum. Here's the method to great skin using cum: after he sprays his load on you, gently rub it in and all over your skin, let it dry, and then gently rinse off. Do this often and it's an amazing skin treatment that doesn't cost a penny! It works for me but my man eats really healthy and is very fit! I wouldn't ever do it on skin that's raw, chapped, irritated, or acne. Only do it on healthy skin.

What is the best type of moisturizer for your face without clogging acne pours?

hi again, well that's only for the people that checked my other question about what was the best product for treating acne. Well you might have to beware of some acne treatments will dry out your face. Such as my acne product "OXY" but that's OK because there is moisturizer. The moisturizer I use is "Neutrogena sensitive skin Moisture". I have been using this product for quite a while and it has really helped my skin feel smooth and soft oh and wait it doesn't clog acne pours. But there is 1 thing I have to tell you before I go you know how in sentence 4 it says sensitive skin there are different kinds such as sensitive skin and SPF 15 or skin combination. Well I guess I have to go know. Bye for now