Acne
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Acne Creams
Asked by B.L. from Fayetteville
on July 17, 2009
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I wanted to know is it safe to use the acne system called Skin Id when breastfeeding?
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- Always check with your doctor for any medications, EVEN topical. Topical medications are actually absorbed into your system very very well. (Think nicotine patch, bi...
- Skid ID's products mostly contain peroxide as the active ingredient but some have salicylic acid. Both can be used while breastfeeding. I tried SkinID (by Neutrogena...
- Hi B., i've struggled with acne since I was 15. It actually got worse heading into my 40s. Only until recently have I started finding ways to overcome it naturally....
Acne Still? TMI?
Asked by M.O. from Chicago
on July 1, 2011
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I'm pushing 40 and STILL have acne breakouts. Usually it's minor pimples, but this past month I've been stressed planning a family vacation and my skin looks HORRIBLE...
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- There are skin products out there and I would personally recommend a product called Zap-it if you need to go that route. What you are describing is directly related to...
- I know you've had a lot of responses already but I thought I'd throw in yet another option for you to try... I also started getting bad breakouts when I was WELL out ...
- this isnt acne. its time to do an elimination diet and see what foods you are eating that you shouldnt be. my husband was like this until we changed our eating habits....
Any Advice for Breastfeeding Mom with Acne?
Asked by A.F. from Fresno
on February 22, 2008
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Ever since getting pregnant with my second son, now 13 months, I have had terrible acne breakouts on my face and neck. I have tried Proactiv, Murad and just about ever...
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- Hi A. - I definitely sympathize. I had trouble with acne while pregnant and after. My dermatologist prescribed CLEOCIN-T 1 % EX GEL that I applied a thin layer in the ...
- I used to work for the Body Shop and saw tons of success with people using their Tea Tree Oil system for acne. It's not cheap, but certainly less expensive than a dep...
- A., Be sure to drink a lot of water! I have had cystic acne off and on since I was a teenager - yeck. And, now, at 42, if I don't drink the water I need, I will n...
Adult Acne
Asked by A.H. from Dallas
on March 1, 2010
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Ever since I had my 2nd child (and got my tubes tied) I have had horrible adult acne (worse than I ever had as a teenager.)
That was 16 months ago. At first, I attrib...
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- I have acne related to hormones. I went to the dermatologist and he gave a few things that make it better but not totally gone. Other things that have worked really ...
- Zap it works like proactive without the harsh chemicals and you can save money. Let me know if you have any questions. There are other cosmetics and facial products t...
- I believe it is due to your tubal. Do a research on it and you will be surprised of ALL the side effects of a tubal.
Acne After Having a Baby
Asked by J.D. from Dallas
on November 13, 2009
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My daughter is 15mo. old and since having her I have horrible acne on my chin. I have tried Proactive and it is not working. Does anyone have any recommendations for...
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- I find that if I'm breaking out along my chin or jawline, it's because I'm resting my head on my hands, or otherwise touching my face. Maybe being extra tired with th...
- J., I am an Arbonne consultant. I know this is going to sound crazy but our men's skin care line has worked on pregnant women. Our products are botanically based,...
- Nature's Way AKN Skin Care Natural Acne Remedy got rid of my acne caused by hormone changes. it was the ONLY thing that worked on a permanent basis! and it's only $5 a...
Acne Scaring
Asked by M.O. from San Francisco
on December 20, 2007
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Hi I have always had pretty bad acne growing, now at 23years old I have finally pretty much stopped breaking out, but I have all these terrible scars from pimples. Eve...
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- M., Have you ever heard of Arbonne's RE9 system? This product is awesome! If you are interested in seeing some before and after pictures of what it is doing for peop...
- I really like MAC Studio Fix. Try getting it at a Nordstrom cuz if it doesnt work out you can always return it, hassle free. Just tell them you're not satisfied with...
- M., I have used Proactiv for years and they have Makeup as well. They have a lightening lotion that you put on the area to lighten I have it and it works. I have use...
Baby Acne
Asked by T.L. from Stockton
on January 5, 2008
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My son is 3 weeks old and has a lot of baby acne on his cheeks and forehead. He looks like a teenager!! My pediatrician said its due to my hormones (I'm breastfeeding ...
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- My son also had the acne. I hate it too. My suggestion is to watch it. If he is getting it right after you breastfeed then check what you are eating... It is definitel...
- I too used hydrocortisone (1%)on my 5 month old son and it honestly was gone within a few hours/next morning. I used very little and tested a small area to begin with.
- This might sound a little weird but try putting some of your breastmilk on it. I have heard that it helps.
Acne at 36!! Seriously????
Asked by J.J. from Cincinnati
on October 11, 2011
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Please help! I have breakouts on the lower half of my face--mostly along the jawline and chin area. I get one to go away and another is back to replace it. I never ...
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- I saw a dermatologist when I was a teen too, prescribed all that stuff and even suggest accutane. Pro-active works...for real. Waaay better that that cocktail that t...
- Interesting other people say nothing worked but Proactive bc I found the same thing when I was in my early 30's. I couldn't believe I was buying from an infomercial b...
- Well needless to say I'm glad I'm not the only one this happened to. I was 38 when my acne started (had maybe 10 zits my whole life) and I didn't go to a dermatologist...
Zeno Acne
Asked by V.C. from Dallas
on November 17, 2009
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My 15 year old son has acne. We have tried a couple of treatments with so-so results. I was wondering if anyone has tried the Zeno Acne system. It's fairly expensive...
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- Dear V., I have not used that system, but in my 12 years of experience with Mary Kay teaching skin care...he absolutely needs to do Cleansing, MASKING (specifically m...
- My two teens use the products for acne from Melaleuca. I have a daughter and a son and both have used these products. They are awesome and don't dry out their faces....
- This is what works for me and my daughter: ORIGINS "Never a Dull Moment" face scrub. But we use it as a daily MASK! 30 min. before shower, apply to face. Walk arou...
Pimple Butt
Asked by E.M. from Louisville
on January 8, 2010
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For about a year now my daughter has had little pimples on her butt. I didnt think much of it at first because one her dad has this issue and two the pimples were smal...
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- I had this before on me, they were on my butt and I let them spread to my leggs before i went to the doc. If they are getting bigger, it may be a staff infecting. This...
- Hi, I would suggest you take her to a doctor and let him have a look at it. Here is why: my son (5y) has been getting little pimples in different areas of his body - ...
- I know there are acne medicines for the face but I am not sure if they would work or be safe for your daughter. I would check with your pediatrician or family doctor.
