I have major skin problems and it is affecting my confidence! Does anyone else struggle with acne?

August 15, 2009 by admin · 3 Comments
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LuvCottonCandy asked:


Hi…I’ve had acne for probably since I was in 5th grade, and it just keeps getting worse! Right now I’m using Proactiv, and it’s actually helping alot, but the constant redness of my face is the most embarassing for me! I also find it hard to approach people and talk Because I don’t want people to see the redness and acne. Advice? Am I the only one with this problem?!

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3 Responses to “I have major skin problems and it is affecting my confidence! Does anyone else struggle with acne?”
  1. Shrieking Panda says:
    August 17, 2009 at 8:42 am

    My friend had the same thing. Tried EVERYTHING - even really harsh medicines. The only thing that helped her was the Tea Tree Oil from the Body Shop. I think there are three steps to it.

  2. Dan M says:
    August 19, 2009 at 9:22 am

    go tanning once or twice a week…it will really help

  3. USA Momma says:
    August 22, 2009 at 5:21 pm

    If you have insurance, see a dermatologist. There are prescription medications that work REALLY well depending on the CAUSE of your acne.

    One good one is MetroGel which is used to treat Rosacea (sp?) which sounds like it would help your redness a lot. Again, it’s by prescription.

    Another GREAT one is Akne-Mycin and it is for bacterial acne. It works really nicely. Again, this too is by prescription.

    A lot of the times simply changing some habits can clear up acne as well.

    Things containing high fructose corn syrup CAUSE acne. This includes most sodas and most candies!

    Being overweight or excessive sweating can increase acne.

    Drinking a lot of WATER can help clear up acne.

    If you use hair-sprays or mousse or gels and sweat drips onto your forehead carrying these things, it can cause you to break out.

    Victoria’s Secret has a body creme that has helped clear up acne on my face. It’s called Heavenly by Dream Angels.

    Here’s a link

    Hope this helps!
    Best of luck!

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