After years of suffering from this skin condition I have made a page about how it effected me, and the products I used to finally cure me and hopefully others with the same problem.
It all started with blackheads at the age of about 12, as a male of this age it started to bother me but that was just the start. Another year on I had began to flare up with massive red spots with heads on, It knocked my confidence so much that some days I didn't want to go out.
At school I tried covering up with make-up which for me was quite embarrassing at times, years went on and I tried many products such as: Panoxyl, Oxytetracycline, and every over the counter product you can buy with little or no results
However I did find that erythromycin antibiotic cream did help from the doctor and had good results for one or two of my friends but the Oxytetracycline tablets had no effect at all. Id also heard that stronger tablets like Accutine from the doctor worked quite well but these required you to have regular tests by your doctor.
I found that washes, Clearasil and other products made little or no difference.
I also think that worrying about spots makes them even worse.
I got so frustrated that I began surfing the net and I was obviously hit by many pages claiming 'this and that' but the one that unbelievably helped the greatest for me was this site that claimed acne free in 3 days.
I was quite amused by its title acne gone in 3 days at 1st, it didn't actually give results that fast but I was quite impressed by it and with a money back offer I thought why not..
Out of all the treatments ironically it ended up giving me the best results the fastest. I think as long as you take each step carefully and read through it properly the Acne free in 3 days book can have good results for any acne sufferer.
Also if for some reason the effects are'nt that good on you theres a money back gurentee so theres really no risk!
Diet And Acne
The skin is the largest organ of the body and it helps other organs with eliminating waste. One of the best acne treatments is a diet which will help the body eliminate waste so that it won't interfere with your skin and cause acne. If you are unhealthy on the inside it will be reflected in your skin.It is the livers job to remove hormones from the body. If your liver can't remove hormones fast enough you will end up with too much oil in your skin because hormones are like an instruction manual telling your skin to produce more oil. The function of the liver is also to get rid of toxins. If there is an over-load of toxins in your body, the liver can have problems removing hormones.
So what toxins concern acne sufferes the most? Mycotoxins. These nasty little chemicals are the 'excreted' waste of bacteria such as yeast, and usually found in the intestines. Mycotoxins put a strain on your liver and you already know what happens when your liver doesn't get rid of hormones!
Using diet as a natural acne treatment was not as bad as I had thought it would be. There are many foods that help the liver and help remove waste from the body.
What foods are good for cleaning the body? Two of the best foods are apples and psyllium husks. They both contain fibers that act like a broom and absorb and push out all the junk that's stuck in your intestines, sometimes stuff that has even been there for many years! The 'junk' is also the perfect breeding ground for the bacteria that produce mycotoxins.
And what foods are good for helping the liver? Beetroot. Beetroot is known for it's exceptional liver cleansing properties. Another good food, or herb actually, is milk thistle. Scientific studies have suggested that certain chemicals in milk thistle protect the liver from damage caused by viruses, toxins and alcohol.
To cure your acne, you need to correct the problems inside your body that are causing your acne. No over-the-counter creams can do this. They can only kill bacteria on your face and help reduce the redness. All the information to apply this method to you're everyday life is explained in the acne free in days program
Tips For Blackhead Removal
What are blackheads?
Blackheads are small "plugs" that develop in the pores of the skin. They are caused when the over active sebaceous (oil producing) glands in the skin become clogged with oil. This sebum then begins to harden in the pore. Since skin pores are open to the air, the top part of the hardened sebum or oil oxidizes, turning black. This black top of the oil plug is then forced closer to the surface of skin by the oil hardening beneath it. This then causes the blackhead to be visible.
It is not clearly understood why the sebaceous glands begin to become overactive. It is often noted that this situation begins at puberty, and may stop at the end of puberty leading to the conclusion that it is hormonally controlled. For some people this is not the case however, and they may continue to experience blackheads and whiteheads well past puberty and into adulthood. Whiteheads are formed the same way as blackheads with the exception that the pore is closed and the oxidation does not occur.
Acne results from infection of the oil gland due to the blockage by the blackhead. Preventing and removing blackheads helps to control acne.
Blackhead Removal
The following are some tips for removing blackheads:
- Keep the skin as clean and oil free as possible. Use natural or chemically prepared cleansers, astringent solutions or masks to accomplish this. Avoid harsh soaps that may irritate the skin or any creams that leave an oily finish.
- Use a gentle exfoliant to keep the dead cells off your skin and away from the pore openings.
- Avoid harsh squeezing or scraping at the blackhead. Excessive squeezing can damage the skin surround the pore and can actually increase the size of the pore leading to more blackheads in the future.
- A warm compress of water applied to the area of the blackhead followed by a very, very gentle pressure can help in clearing the clog from the pore.
- Commercial "blackhead strips" which are basically a tape like substance that is placed over the nose and then pulled off will remove some blackheads that are at the surface. Caution should be used with these products and it is important to read the directions completely before deciding to use the strips or not.
Blackheads are small "plugs" that develop in the pores of the skin. They are caused when the over active sebaceous (oil producing) glands in the skin become clogged with oil. This sebum then begins to harden in the pore. Since skin pores are open to the air, the top part of the hardened sebum or oil oxidizes, turning black. This black top of the oil plug is then forced closer to the surface of skin by the oil hardening beneath it. This then causes the blackhead to be visible.
It is not clearly understood why the sebaceous glands begin to become overactive. It is often noted that this situation begins at puberty, and may stop at the end of puberty leading to the conclusion that it is hormonally controlled. For some people this is not the case however, and they may continue to experience blackheads and whiteheads well past puberty and into adulthood. Whiteheads are formed the same way as blackheads with the exception that the pore is closed and the oxidation does not occur.
Acne results from infection of the oil gland due to the blockage by the blackhead. Preventing and removing blackheads helps to control acne.
Blackhead Removal
The following are some tips for removing blackheads:
- Keep the skin as clean and oil free as possible. Use natural or chemically prepared cleansers, astringent solutions or masks to accomplish this. Avoid harsh soaps that may irritate the skin or any creams that leave an oily finish.
- Use a gentle exfoliant to keep the dead cells off your skin and away from the pore openings.
- Avoid harsh squeezing or scraping at the blackhead. Excessive squeezing can damage the skin surround the pore and can actually increase the size of the pore leading to more blackheads in the future.
- A warm compress of water applied to the area of the blackhead followed by a very, very gentle pressure can help in clearing the clog from the pore.
- Commercial "blackhead strips" which are basically a tape like substance that is placed over the nose and then pulled off will remove some blackheads that are at the surface. Caution should be used with these products and it is important to read the directions completely before deciding to use the strips or not.
Wake Up With A Bad Spot? - Going on a date??
7 Quick Tips How To Get Rid Or reduce Spots Fast
It's everyone's worst nightmare. Waking up the day before a special event to discover a big, red pimple baring itself for all to see right on your face!
Here's how to get rid of it quickly and safely:
1. Don't ever pinch, squeeze or pick at a pimple. This only causes it to become more red and inflamed, and will spread the bacteria and oils that caused it in the first place, to other parts of your face! It can also lead to scars.
2. Every 30 minutes, apply an ice pack to the pimple and hold it there for about 2 minutes. This will decrease the swelling and redness and help shrink the inflammation and pain that sometimes comes along with it.
3. They don't call it concealer for nothing! Covering the pimple with a light dose of flesh-tinted concealer can help mask it when you're in a hurry. It also helps cover up that oily shine.
4. Cleanse your skin 2-3 times a day with mild, unscented soap or a specialized acne cleanser that has no harsh chemicals (such as lye). Scrub skin gently with an exfoliating pad or washcloth, but don't rub too hard, otherwise you'll sap your skin of its own natural oils, which help to repel buildup naturally.
5. Apply a cream or ointment containing benzyl peroxide or salicylic acid (many over-the-counter acne medicines contain these ingredients) to the blemish or around the entire facial area. Note that these ingredients both have a tendency to dry out skin if used too much and are not recommended if you have sensitive skin.
6. Wear oil-free makeup whenever possible. These types have less of a tendency to cause the pore buildup that results in blemishes. Remove your makeup nightly and cleanse with an acne-fighting medicine to remove dirt, oil and makeup from deep within the skin.
7. If you're in need of a quick fix, a dab of toothpaste on the affected area right before bed can help soothe irritation and reduce redness. Pressing and holding a wet tea bag or a cotton ball with a dab of lemon juice against the blemish for five minutes can also reduce swelling and redness.
If you follow these tips, chances are you'll notice a significant difference rather quickly - often within a day or two. If pimples become a recurring problem or worsen, I suggest you take up the acne free in days program
Other long-term remedies, such as facial masks, diet adjustments and increasing the amount of water you drink can also help combat outbreaks.
Here's how to get rid of it quickly and safely:
1. Don't ever pinch, squeeze or pick at a pimple. This only causes it to become more red and inflamed, and will spread the bacteria and oils that caused it in the first place, to other parts of your face! It can also lead to scars.
2. Every 30 minutes, apply an ice pack to the pimple and hold it there for about 2 minutes. This will decrease the swelling and redness and help shrink the inflammation and pain that sometimes comes along with it.
3. They don't call it concealer for nothing! Covering the pimple with a light dose of flesh-tinted concealer can help mask it when you're in a hurry. It also helps cover up that oily shine.
4. Cleanse your skin 2-3 times a day with mild, unscented soap or a specialized acne cleanser that has no harsh chemicals (such as lye). Scrub skin gently with an exfoliating pad or washcloth, but don't rub too hard, otherwise you'll sap your skin of its own natural oils, which help to repel buildup naturally.
5. Apply a cream or ointment containing benzyl peroxide or salicylic acid (many over-the-counter acne medicines contain these ingredients) to the blemish or around the entire facial area. Note that these ingredients both have a tendency to dry out skin if used too much and are not recommended if you have sensitive skin.
6. Wear oil-free makeup whenever possible. These types have less of a tendency to cause the pore buildup that results in blemishes. Remove your makeup nightly and cleanse with an acne-fighting medicine to remove dirt, oil and makeup from deep within the skin.
7. If you're in need of a quick fix, a dab of toothpaste on the affected area right before bed can help soothe irritation and reduce redness. Pressing and holding a wet tea bag or a cotton ball with a dab of lemon juice against the blemish for five minutes can also reduce swelling and redness.
If you follow these tips, chances are you'll notice a significant difference rather quickly - often within a day or two. If pimples become a recurring problem or worsen, I suggest you take up the acne free in days program
Other long-term remedies, such as facial masks, diet adjustments and increasing the amount of water you drink can also help combat outbreaks.
Acne Myths
Isn't skin a wonderful thing to have?
An obvious benefit of skin is that it protects our bodies' internal organs from harmful elements like dirt, insects, bites, toxic chemicals, nasty weather, and the like, and it certainly is more attractive than what's underneath.
When skin is healthy it's nice to look at, but when it's diseased, it can not only affect you physically, but more painfully can cause stress and social problems.
Like the common cold, acne and similar skin diseases can be treated and covered up, but cannot really be cured. The best treatment is prevention and knowledge about what makes your skin happy, so that you can avoid skin care enemies and breakout triggers.
The real cause of acne can vary from individual to individual, but some factors can be stated with relative certainty:
1. Acne occurs when pores or hair follicles become blocked or clogged.
2. There are basically 4 types of acne manifestations: whiteheads, blackheads, pimples, and nodules.
3. Acne can appear pretty much anywhere on the skin, though it causes the most concern when it shows up on the face. The worst forms of acne break out, however, on the chest and back, and most commonly on males rather than females because of hormonal differences.
4. There are many common myths and untruths about acne, rosacea, and other skin care problems.
Some acne myths include "you'll outgrow it, so leave it alone", "being out in the sun helps acne", "acne problems are directly or indirectly proportionate to sexual activity", "acne visits dirty people", "acne is contagious", and too many more to list in this short article.
The sad thing is that belief in the myths can be devasting, in that proper treatment is avoided, and lifestyle changes that don't need to be made can take away pleasure unnecessarily.
For example, at one point in my life, I truly believed that I was allergic to chocolate and that it caused my breakouts. Whenever I would succumb to the temptation and have "just a little" I would stress out waiting for the red spots, and sure enough they would appear.
After several years and much experimentation, I learned I had no allergy, the stress was a trigger for me, and a new over the counter face scrub has kept me in the clear ever since.
Knowing what triggers your breakouts can be the difference between constant battles and healthy skin. The Internet is a wonderful place to get the information you need, so stop stressing out and learn what it takes to put your
An obvious benefit of skin is that it protects our bodies' internal organs from harmful elements like dirt, insects, bites, toxic chemicals, nasty weather, and the like, and it certainly is more attractive than what's underneath.
When skin is healthy it's nice to look at, but when it's diseased, it can not only affect you physically, but more painfully can cause stress and social problems.
Like the common cold, acne and similar skin diseases can be treated and covered up, but cannot really be cured. The best treatment is prevention and knowledge about what makes your skin happy, so that you can avoid skin care enemies and breakout triggers.
The real cause of acne can vary from individual to individual, but some factors can be stated with relative certainty:
1. Acne occurs when pores or hair follicles become blocked or clogged.
2. There are basically 4 types of acne manifestations: whiteheads, blackheads, pimples, and nodules.
3. Acne can appear pretty much anywhere on the skin, though it causes the most concern when it shows up on the face. The worst forms of acne break out, however, on the chest and back, and most commonly on males rather than females because of hormonal differences.
4. There are many common myths and untruths about acne, rosacea, and other skin care problems.
Some acne myths include "you'll outgrow it, so leave it alone", "being out in the sun helps acne", "acne problems are directly or indirectly proportionate to sexual activity", "acne visits dirty people", "acne is contagious", and too many more to list in this short article.
The sad thing is that belief in the myths can be devasting, in that proper treatment is avoided, and lifestyle changes that don't need to be made can take away pleasure unnecessarily.
For example, at one point in my life, I truly believed that I was allergic to chocolate and that it caused my breakouts. Whenever I would succumb to the temptation and have "just a little" I would stress out waiting for the red spots, and sure enough they would appear.
After several years and much experimentation, I learned I had no allergy, the stress was a trigger for me, and a new over the counter face scrub has kept me in the clear ever since.
Knowing what triggers your breakouts can be the difference between constant battles and healthy skin. The Internet is a wonderful place to get the information you need, so stop stressing out and learn what it takes to put your
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Keep Acne At Bay With These
These are some of the best products I'v come accross and used
I don't think that washes alone can completely treat acne but some can help or at least prevent further irritation. iv included some below that are the best products and value
AS SEEN ON TV Biotonic Facial BioTonic Blemish Remover
New product to remove skin blemishes, I have not reviewed this yet
Mederma Skin Care for Scars, 1.76 oz (50 g)
Treat your acne scars with this product, one of the best on market.
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Clean & Clear Invisible Shine Control Powder, .23-Ounce Compact (Pack of 4)
I found Clean&Clear range has a good range of products,
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Amazon Price: $17.51 (as of 04/26/2007)
PanOxyl Bar 10%
10% benzyl peroxide has a good drying and peeling effect on acne, good for mild to moderate acne, this is the strongest version available
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Clean & Clear Instant Oil-Absorbing Sheets, 50-Count Packages (Pack of 4)
If you have an oily skin look these will take the shine off making you feel fresh and keep your pores clean
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Amazon Price: $18.54 (as of 04/26/2007)
Acne Scars
Try To Prevent
Most teenagers and young adults have encountered, or will encounter acne. Although this tends to be a part of growing, acne scars sometimes result from this skin condition. Acne scars can, and in many instances do, have worse effects on individuals than the acne itself- the acne scars may travel with the individual throughout the rest of their lives.
When the body uses connective tissue to repair damaged parts of the skin, acne scars develop. The white blood cells work in conjunction with the antibodies to heal the damage that acne has done to the skin. Thus, acne scars then appear.
So, what can an individual do to prevent or treat acne scars? There are two natural ways of doing so. The first way to treat acne scars is to use both Alpha- Hydroxy and Beta- Hydroxy acids on the skin. Both of these vitamins speed up the skin's healing process and prevent and treat the acne scars.
Another way to avoid acne scars is to simply take care of your skin. Limiting sun exposure can reduce the chances of developing acne scars. If one must spend time in the sun, using sunscreen with a SPF of 15 or greater can also help prevent acne scars. Lastly, if an acne scar does develop and a scab appears on the skin, avoid removing the scab; this can worsen the acne scar and make it more noticeable than it may have been otherwise.
When the body uses connective tissue to repair damaged parts of the skin, acne scars develop. The white blood cells work in conjunction with the antibodies to heal the damage that acne has done to the skin. Thus, acne scars then appear.
So, what can an individual do to prevent or treat acne scars? There are two natural ways of doing so. The first way to treat acne scars is to use both Alpha- Hydroxy and Beta- Hydroxy acids on the skin. Both of these vitamins speed up the skin's healing process and prevent and treat the acne scars.
Another way to avoid acne scars is to simply take care of your skin. Limiting sun exposure can reduce the chances of developing acne scars. If one must spend time in the sun, using sunscreen with a SPF of 15 or greater can also help prevent acne scars. Lastly, if an acne scar does develop and a scab appears on the skin, avoid removing the scab; this can worsen the acne scar and make it more noticeable than it may have been otherwise.
Adult Acne
Adult acne is much more common than many people think. Basically Adult acne is the same skin condition as adolescent acne. Adult acne is often called Acne Rosacea, while adolescent acne is call Acne Vulgaris. Most adults who have Adult acne have inherited genes that make them prone to acne development.
There are two types of acne, open and closed called blackheads and whiteheads respectively. Acne forms pimples, they are made up of a combination of skin debris and fat deposits in a hair follicle. A pimple develops when the deposits rupture the hair follicle wall causing irritation.
Treatments for Adult Acne are the same as with other forms of acne. There are lots of over the counter solutions and the internet offers many excellent products. Some of the best products cannot be bought in stores at this time. Looking through the offers on the internet will be time well spent.
If after 8 weeks you have not had satisfactory results you should seek a consultation with a dermatologist. Your skin type may require a specialized treatment to achieve the desired results. Do not scrub your face as this can cause acne to become worse, you should gently wash your face twice daily. It is also recommended that you do not squeeze pimples, this practice can lead to scarring of the skin.
There are two types of acne, open and closed called blackheads and whiteheads respectively. Acne forms pimples, they are made up of a combination of skin debris and fat deposits in a hair follicle. A pimple develops when the deposits rupture the hair follicle wall causing irritation.
Treatments for Adult Acne are the same as with other forms of acne. There are lots of over the counter solutions and the internet offers many excellent products. Some of the best products cannot be bought in stores at this time. Looking through the offers on the internet will be time well spent.
If after 8 weeks you have not had satisfactory results you should seek a consultation with a dermatologist. Your skin type may require a specialized treatment to achieve the desired results. Do not scrub your face as this can cause acne to become worse, you should gently wash your face twice daily. It is also recommended that you do not squeeze pimples, this practice can lead to scarring of the skin.
Baby Acne
Yes Babies Can Get Acne Too!
Baby acne - What can I do about it?
Imagine you have a beautiful newborn baby and instead of seeing a clean skin you're seeing a baby with a skin full of pimples. Therefore I wrote this article about baby acne. Fist I give you a definition what baby acne is, then five points that causes baby acne
and last but not least tips how to handle your baby's acne.
What is baby acne? Baby acne also known as acne neonatorum is a condition that affect 20% of the newborn babies.
You see red pimples on the cheek in most cases but also on the forehead and chin. It can happen that it shows up directly after birth but in most cases you will see the acne appearing within a few weeks after the birth.
In most cases the acne disappears after three months. If not you should inform a doctor about it! Perhaps you have seen tiny bumps on a newborn baby face if they disappear within a few weeks then it's not acne but milia, milia is unrelated to baby acne.
What causes baby acne?
There are several factors that can cause acne on the skin of the baby.
* As with adolescent acne, the condition can be caused by a skin irritation
* Medicines can causes baby acne as well
* It's possible that mineral oil or petroleum can cause baby acne
* The hormones of the mother, As the baby gets older, it loses the mother's hormones and so the baby acne goes away.
* Drugs, taken by the baby or by the mother who is pregnant, can cause baby acne as well
Treatments for baby acne?
- It may surprise you but oil and lotions do not help. What can help is cleaning the face of the baby once a day with water or you can use a baby soap.
Don't scrub the face of your baby, scrubbing can cause skin irritation.
- Use a product with a vinegar solution make sure you buy a product with all natural ingredients.
- Keep in mind that it is not a good idea to put creams or oils on the face of your baby. This solution can work with teenager or adult acne but it will not help with baby acne.
- If you see that your baby still haves acne after a period of three months than it's time that you talk with your doctor about this problem.
- Just leave it alone, perhaps you think what a great tip, but most of the times baby acne disappears on his own.
You see baby acne isn't worse at all. I hope with reading this article you have picked up some tips to cure or prevent the acne of your baby.
Imagine you have a beautiful newborn baby and instead of seeing a clean skin you're seeing a baby with a skin full of pimples. Therefore I wrote this article about baby acne. Fist I give you a definition what baby acne is, then five points that causes baby acne
and last but not least tips how to handle your baby's acne.
What is baby acne? Baby acne also known as acne neonatorum is a condition that affect 20% of the newborn babies.
You see red pimples on the cheek in most cases but also on the forehead and chin. It can happen that it shows up directly after birth but in most cases you will see the acne appearing within a few weeks after the birth.
In most cases the acne disappears after three months. If not you should inform a doctor about it! Perhaps you have seen tiny bumps on a newborn baby face if they disappear within a few weeks then it's not acne but milia, milia is unrelated to baby acne.
What causes baby acne?
There are several factors that can cause acne on the skin of the baby.
* As with adolescent acne, the condition can be caused by a skin irritation
* Medicines can causes baby acne as well
* It's possible that mineral oil or petroleum can cause baby acne
* The hormones of the mother, As the baby gets older, it loses the mother's hormones and so the baby acne goes away.
* Drugs, taken by the baby or by the mother who is pregnant, can cause baby acne as well
Treatments for baby acne?
- It may surprise you but oil and lotions do not help. What can help is cleaning the face of the baby once a day with water or you can use a baby soap.
Don't scrub the face of your baby, scrubbing can cause skin irritation.
- Use a product with a vinegar solution make sure you buy a product with all natural ingredients.
- Keep in mind that it is not a good idea to put creams or oils on the face of your baby. This solution can work with teenager or adult acne but it will not help with baby acne.
- If you see that your baby still haves acne after a period of three months than it's time that you talk with your doctor about this problem.
- Just leave it alone, perhaps you think what a great tip, but most of the times baby acne disappears on his own.
You see baby acne isn't worse at all. I hope with reading this article you have picked up some tips to cure or prevent the acne of your baby.
