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Name: Ana
Country: Colombia
Comment:
i started getting pimples in the 7th grade. i dont have acne. i get regular breakouts some days.my skin is oily. and i been drinkin lots of water. but just a few days ago i started getting this bumps on my cheek, they dont look like normal pimples. usually pimples would have bacteria but this ones take out a clear juice. i dont know what to do? any help?

Name: vnb
Country: India
Comment:
bnbmnm

Name: robby
Country: U.S.A.
Comment:
heyy im 15 Y.O. ive had bad acne for like 2 years now.. ive tried so much and still nothing. untill i tried mary kays velocity. it seriously works. and its like 22 bucks !

Name: haris
Country: India
Comment:
i have black marks of pimple

Name: Lamar 2008
Country: U.S.A.
Comment:
hey im 13 and i have a huge acne problem. ive tried multiple acne stuff but it just dusnt work are there eny solutions please respond

Name: merab
Country: Other
Comment:
i have a lot of tiny zits&whitheads allover my nose.i trid eveything but nothing worked.iwent my mom took me to a sink dr.she toldme that i have to wash my face 2time in the morning and at night and ALL WAS TAKE OFF UR MAKEUP!

Name: merab
Country: Other
Comment:
i still haven't usd it but i don't now if they sell it in TJ?

Name: joan
Country: U.S.A.
Comment:
hey i am 15 and i a havin a sweet 15..my problem is i have acne on my shin and forhead, and black heads on my nose...i wanted to see if any one could tell me how to get rid of them in 2 months because i want to have good lookin skin for my sweet 15..plz plz !!! help me

Name: gud
Country: India
Comment:
i dont eat oily, neither any sugary stuff, stiff i have immense acne problem and it is not just going off! plz sugest something or nay brand available in india that will relieve me! i had dry skin before but after using astringent, it has become more oily, so so so oily! any anti-marks cream?? i ahve a very sensetive skin so, i fear experimenting, b'coz it causes more probs! plz guide?

Name: April M.
Country: U.S.A.
Comment:
Look, I was OBSESED with keeping my face clear ever since my mom told me she had really bad acne when she was a teen. Ive tried EVERYTHING including medication, ance products, and home remides. Olay vitamins worked very well for me but then they discontiued them since they werent getting enough money. Now Ive switched to a multi vitamin and Im drinking lots of water, not too much though. A really good tip is to mosturize your face even if you have oily skin. Clinique is pretty good. Clinique also has an ance cover up which I think is pretty cool since it covers them up and helps get rid of them. Just becareful not to over do things with anything. If you do over do things like I stupidly did, your face will either get really dry, tight, and flakey or make it red, puffy, and burn which is really painful (trust me)

Name: Liew shu an
Country: Singapore
Comment:
Dear Readers, I am here to rave about Biore UV Perfect Milk. I personally have combination skin, where my forehead and nose get oily very easily throughout the day. But after using Biore UV perfect face milk, I do not even need to take out a single sheet of tissue to clean my face. It is very matifying and not greasy at all. I am loving this product and will always continue to repurchase. I really hope you readers can try out this wonderful and amazing product because it works wonder on me. After a long day, my face still feel powdery. I LOVE IT. BIORE :D

Name: sara
Country: Latvia
Comment:
hi i eat will i wash my face every day and i drink all the time why in the world am i getting pimples help me

Name: Harshil
Country: India
Comment:
See for pimples, try Persol forte cream Every night for two weeks.. it will clear your all pimples.. after that for scars Glycolic peel will help you a lot.. Drink plenty of water and Green vegetables.. Avoid havin SPicy or oily food.. ! it will hlp you a lot.. and yes, For acne.. these are sum tablets.. Minoz OD 100 one day for a week, or LAA EF one tab a day for a week, CYnomycine50 two tabs for a 10 days..! it will hlp you a lot.. c ea! take care.. jsk..

Name: col
Country: Canada
Comment:
i have red spots left on my face from pimples that used to be there but were kind of roughed up a bit.. anyways it left a red mark bot really a svcar or anything just a blemish. what can i do to get rid of this mark?

Name: tk
Country: Zambia
Comment:
Don't sleep with make-up on

Name: sakura yuma
Country: Japan
Comment:
im always put moisturizer on my face every night...i never missed to do it... n my skin become fairer n more fairer day after day..

Name: ayumi
Country: Japan
Comment:
i have no acne or pimple... but i tell u 1 tip,please let a white snow on ur face..moisten it gently with ur fingertips..leave until it dry.. n drink alot of plain water...

Name: Eddie
Country: USA
Comment:
I use to have good skin then i noticed a small small VERY SMALL pimple one day and i poped it then i started looking for more and picking my face around my chin and jaw. my face got better over the summer then when school started i was trying all these acne products which just made me break out more plus the fact that i was picking them. then i went on differin for about a couple weeks cleared up my face but my face got extremely dry to the point i had to stop something like a 3rd degree chemical burn. Anyways i just used alot of Vitamin A and E cream from then on and just used noxzema astrigent 3 times a day was a lil drying but then i just used a moisturizer and it feels good on the skin and tones it very well. i also use witch hazel which is another good toner my face has been getting clearer and clearer no more pick marks just a few lil unnoticeable bumps and clean skin

Name: irene
Country: Other
Comment:
please hellp me i have this severe acne i dont know what medicine shoul i take or what cream should ii put please please i always cry with it, oh god pls help me

Name: mario
Country: USA
Comment:
for all people with pimple problems,old remedies was to use some of your first urnine ,gross but will help ,do this every day, let dry and wash off. let me know how it worked. good luck , mario

Name: yassin
Country: Zambia
Comment:
I have pinples since i was twelve years old. I stil don't know what to do. But at moment I am seeing a dermatologist who has reffered me to Neutrogena products and i hope it react well and fast. Anyway, wish me luck. Thanks.

Name:
Country: India
Comment:
my body color is black. and i want to change my color in to white why bcoz my friends are tease me. can any one help me.

Name: Pimples on finger
Country: India
Comment:
every morning there is a pimples on my all fingures after one hour it disapper. It is done when season change. after some period all skin are removed.

Name: shakshi
Country: India
Comment:
hey guys, i was aslo sufering from very bad acne on my face its look very bad i feel so embarassment my self but now i consult a skin care,and i used to acne star-20 2 tablets morning and evening its relay will clear your face & cleface jel on effective areas.

Name: Neera
Country: India
Comment:
How should I get rid of the blemishes on my face?

Name: tolikimer
Country: India
Comment:
Hello Very interesting information! Thanks! G'night

Name: siya
Country: Other
Comment:
try blood purifier capsules for pimples

Name: hi
Country: India
Comment:
i had acne problem since a long time. So i went to doctor and now its clear. Drink water , it helps .

Name: Princess E
Country: USA
Comment:
i need help getting rid of my acne in less than 24 hours. I've tried everything but what i found out is that tooth paste realy helps the most,just say goodbye that nigh,leave it on for tha whole night and start looking beautiful that next morning!

Name: rofovnifo
Country: India
Comment:
Hello Looks good! Very useful, good stuff. Good resources here. Thanks much! Bye

Name: Gagan
Country: India
Comment:
Try using neem soap.....it really helps.

Name: mamta
Country: India
Comment:
can u just suggest me any home remedies for scars and open pores

Name: Rupali
Country: India
Comment:
After pregnancy, i am suffering from black spots and black heads on my nose. how to get rid out of this???

Name: Brittany
Country: USA
Comment:
I have servere acne and I have tried everything. Please help me. WHAT CAN I DO?

Name: Hope
Country: Other
Comment:
Never lose faith

Name: chickles
Country: England
Comment:
Heya guys, i have had acne now from the start of yr 8 and i am nw in yr 10 and i cant stand acne anymore!! yr 7 i have been using Veil cover cream to cover them but reali i hate wearing make up to cover them! i feel so selfconscience about myself and i reali need help! Can u help me plz??????

Name: pimplious
Country: Other
Comment:
hey everyone i jus wanted to no after uv had ur period dose ur pimples go away?

Name: dave
Country: England
Comment:
Hey there, i have a problem with open pores around my eyes and that sort of area. Also i have some black heads on my chin and also i few open poares on my head. I have tried face washes but none really combat the problem although they do help skin feel smoother and look more healthier. Any idea's?

Name: girly girl
Country: USA
Comment:
I only get acne on my nose and I have tried everything.How do I get rid of the acne faster then a week?

Name: it works
Country: USA
Comment:
I am 15 years old. And ive had acne for a couple of months now. Its not that bad but its sometimes noticable. What ive found to work is to wash all your makeup off before you go to bed to let your skin breath. Then i always wash my face with netrogena foam acne wash then i use oxy pads last i apply oxy acne coverup to the most noticable blemish on my face. To reduce the redness i put a lil bit of lemon juice on it and it dries it up and heals in like a day! Also i does help to drink lots of water and to cut down and the pop, chocolate and butter! Hey it helped me. My skin looks awesome!

Name: lil' jon
Country: USA
Comment:
i always get pimpels on y nose and i can't get rid of them. What do I do.

Name: Unknown
Country: Other
Comment:
Hey evry1..i've had acne since i was in 6th grade,im now in 10th grade and its gone..well almost..i get break outs 7 to 10 days before my period..and i mean baaad break outs!One thing i tried recently totally stopped that : water..Sounds stupid, it did to me at first but it really helps..ALOT!Also i wash my face twice a day with clean and clear soap. I hope this helps, and seriously try the water thing..4 to 8 cups a day n thats it..And u can eat all the choccies u want, has nothing to do with acne!

Name: Shizzl
Country: Australia
Comment:
Unlike alot of you, ive never been one for acne, im in y9 and im starting to get acne now,ok its proberly not that bad,but it makes me uncomftable around people,and my self esteem has dropped ALOT! Some face washes i use just make me break out,so i stop using them,and just use some gel stuff. It usually does the trick,but not anymore, i dont need any big treatment stuff,because it wouldnt be worth it. I just wanna know how to help it,becuse it makes me realy really upset when i look at myself.Is drinking water true,because i drink a fair amount and it doesnt do much..thanks

Name: Anthony Davis
Country: England
Comment:
hi all i've had acne for ages now, untill i started taking VITIMIN B5(also called PANTOTHENIC ACID)combined with VITIMIN A within a week it had gone.The Suff's expensive but worth every penny.If you're unsure as it to being true do some research on vitimin b5 complex and see for yourself.I hope it work's for you cause i know first-hand its not nice

Name: No achne
Country: England
Comment:
I dont have acne andI dont use any products, i jsut wash my face with plain water in the evening...

Name: pink diamonds
Country: USA
Comment:
hi everyone, i am 15 years old. i have had acne for 3 years now. i absoluteley hate it! i have tried alot of stuff but obviouisly nothing has worked. sometimes my acne isnt that bad but sometimes it is horrible. none of my friends have it. they say that it is not that bad and it shouldnt matter becuz guys still like me, but i am not doing it to impress guys i am doing it because i am selfconscience about it! so it any 1 has answers for me just say dear pink diamonds... and pray!

Name: helen
Country: Southafrica
Comment:
I had acne fro age 24 till 20. One medice which worked really well is Inderm. Ask your docter about it, it works for 100%!

Name: :)
Country: Australia
Comment:
hey guys first fact what you eat has nothing to do with whether you get acne or not so don't listen to ppl who say this is what you should eat or not eat its rubbish. The best thing is as everyone's been saying drink as much water as you can, excercise, don't pick or touch your skin, make sure your face and hands are clean and use products if you really want to use them that do not have fragences and not chock a block filled with chemicals, beileve me go the natural way my skin was very bad with acne, scars etc etc now its great so if nothing else try this hope it helps :)

Name: Anastasia
Country: Canada
Comment:
Hello everyone. I have been suffering from acne since year 8 and still have it now in year 10. Well 2 years I should say. It all started from stress. I live in a family of 6. My mum, dad, brother, 2 sisters and myself. My youngest sister was born when I was in year 8 and no attention was on me. I was struggling in many subjects, especially maths which I did so well in yr 7. As it came closer to my maths exam and I stressed a lot. I had this certain teacher who never sat down with the students to help. He would normally expect us all to understand it all off the board. Some students did, while some didn�t like me. Because I didn�t understand I stressed and picked at my face without noticing. I always had beautiful, clear, healthy skin. When I started picking I probably had only one or two tiny pimples on my face. Since I didn�t understand anything during class I picked at them because I didn�t know what else to do. Eventually I got pimples on my face. I wouldn�t say a lot, just a few. However, it got worse as I went through year 9. My family finally told me that I was not looking after my skin, and I stopped picking after I realized what I was doing. It was the end of year 9 and by now I had pimples on my chin, forehead, and cheeks. I started to take action and try some products to help my skin, but all failed. Some did nothing while others made it worse. I read in magazines that some actors drank lots of water, and washed their face with just water to prevent them from getting pimples. I decided to do just that as nothing else was working for me. In 2 months I had realized that most of my pimples had dried out, and the redness had gone away as well. I wake up every morning now and go straight to the bath room to wash my face. I also wash it just before I go to bed. I use nothing by pure clean water. I also go jogging with my sister to keep fit and active. Whenever I go shopping with my mum I see a lot of skin products to help acne. They tempt me so much into buying them, by showing beautiful girls with clear skin on the front of the bottle. However, I always think to myself �that girl doesn�t use this product; she is just a computerized model advertising it�. Don�t be tempted by these products as they have chemicals and acids in them that just make your skin worse. Don�t put these products on your skin when you don�t know what you are really putting on. Go the natural way. Go with water. It takes longer but it works making your skin smooth and clear. You don�t pay a cent and you are not putting any acids or chemicals on your skin. It takes longer but I am repaired to wait. I know this sounds hard for some but don�t wear any makeup. People say you can wear foundation but not the oily ones. Don�t wear any, or just on good occasions! Let your skin breathe. Please just try to realize that this won�t help but make it worse. You age faster and clog up your pores causing� pimples! People try things and expect to see a change the next day. It�s not that easy. Give your skin time to recover and look after it the proper way with water :) Good luck and God bless you all!

Name: treatment for acne
Country: USA
Comment:
WATER! its the only thing that really works. you will hear that all of these other creams work but those dont work for everyone. so drink lots of water. it will clear your skin and make you will get healthier. WATER!

Name: nATI
Country: USA
Comment:
I HAVE ACNE AND I TRIED EVERYTHING BUT I JUST CAN'T GET RID OF IT. I'M STARTING TO USE LEMON BUT I DONT KNOW WHAT TO DO PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Name: I need help!!!!!!!
Country: Other
Comment:
I got alot of bumps on my face. I think it`s starting to turn into acne. At school I be scared to look people in my the face becaust it be that bad. I tried Noxema,Soup,Cocoa Butter. Guess what none of it worked. Listen I got pimples,spots,and everything. my friends got pretty skin. It`s just me. Nothing works for me.

Name: flawless skin the way i do
Country: USA
Comment:
my mom and i wer haveing issuse for awhile and it put me throu alot of stress my face broke out so bad what i did to help my face is write evrything i did in a journal so that way i dident have all this stress on my chest and washed my face (with dial soap)3 times a day and put non sented lotion on my face so its not so dry i drink alot af water 8 glasses a day and now my face is flawless i havent had a break out in 3 months and im loveing it

Name: Joo Ri
Country: USA
Comment:
Hi ya'll. I've had acne since I was eleven. I am now fifteen. It's gotten a lot better, and this is what I do: I use Neutrogena oil control face wash in the morning, and after that I use Noxzema continuous clean astringent, then Clearzit, then Neutrogena on the spot acne treatment, and then regular Noxzema. I do this same routine at night too, but instead of using the Neutrogena face wash, I use Noxzema continuous clean face wash. I also pray fervently to God. I know this sounds like a lot, and it is, but it has been worth it. I still have pimples, but they have gone down a lot. I don't recommend this skin care plan for people with dry or sensitive skin, though. Good luck and God bless.

Name: Acne Sufferer
Country: Mexico
Comment:
I think derms are just making worst things because of the money a buissness with acne products I dont think they take us really serious I only wish there where just one treatment for acne that really work but thats only a wish maybe someday maybe someday!!!!

Name: frustrated
Country: Canada
Comment:
hoy hoy I'm a 15 year old girl and i hate having acne. I'm always embarassed of showing my face in school or talking to boys. i have tried everything and am giving up hope. Before i do i am going to try something called Pro Active and i'm hoping it helps i will tell you if it does.

Name: old and still spotty
Country: Other
Comment:
Don't squeeze, scratch or pick at spots. Don't use harsh scrubs on your skin (or any type of scrub if you've got acne). You may try seeing a Dr for medication (minomycin) or similar, but unfortunately the acne will probably come back at the end of the course of pills.

Name: C.C.
Country: USA
Comment:
The answer to acne is to do lots of praying to Jesus to clear your skin because.( He says in the bible "you have not because you ask not".) so ask him to clear your skin and drink lots of water it helps. not every product you see in the store works for everybody,you find out that products you use in your hair can cause the skin to break out too. so believe in God. and you'll find your prayers answered. I know I'm 16 and suffered with it since 13, but since I put my Trust in God instead of wasting money on doctors there was a big improvement. Fa sho . HOLLA BACK.

Name: Ariel
Country: USA
Comment:
dear docter this isnt a personal question im just doing a science fair and i need t no if using a acne cream for say a couple of days then stop using it will you break out or get pimples ps.i need this a.s.a.p

Name: Azeala
Country: USA
Comment:
Lee, I know how u feel trust me I do not to dish out personal business or anything but when its that time of the month for me there is no such thing as help it seems like it my face breaks out like crazy but when it does do that i use concealer the kind that odesn't coz acne it covers it 100% plp say how pretty my skin is if only they knew... mines isn't the worst case but its a lil on my chest.. and alot on my chin cheeks forehead and nose. I have a dermatologist appointment in 3 weeks hopefully it works completely... horomones... maybe he could tell me what to take for it good luck everyone

Name: Lee
Country: Southafrica
Comment:
Hello guys i guess i dont really need to say i feel what you all feel like because i have had acne now for the last 7 years and i guess i have just about had enough. I have been from dermintologists to using the skin free's different soaps and everything that most people would say try it Lee. I guess i was so eager to get them gone i still have them and i get them in my head on my back on my chest its sad. It is summer here now in South africa and i cant even where something sleevless because i am so ashamed of what people will say.....Guys i think now in my life i have just reached the point where i have told myself Lee you have to live with it. But guys please if someone knows anything please post it here guys and please just hang in there and remember we all in this together so you are not alone as Michaelle Jackson said.........

Name: DEBBIE
Country: USA
Comment:
I HAVE SUFFERED FROM ACNE FOR 3YEARS MY BOYFRIEND DOES NOT MIND BUT OTHER PEOPLE SAY THNGS LIKE PISSA FACE HOW CAN I GET RID OT IT

Name: Azeala
Country: USA
Comment:
I have it to but mines is under control b4 u go out and spend tons of money on creams try water I know we get tired of hearing water help so many things but thats only becoz its true I notice that awhile back whenever I drank water the way I suppose to 3 to 4 days later my acne would dry up on its own and eventually disappear and it does my skin is clear now of course I clean my face but with dial soap and warm water it may not work for everyone but Im sure it'll help someone so try it see what it does don't get discourage after a week it doesn't work like that... once my skin cleared I got some mederma to clear the scars but b4 u work on the scars u seriously should work on getting it to stop forming... water is my magic bullet for my acne and for my last 10 pound weight lost

Name: Allison
Country: USA
Comment:
I use Retin-A Micro and it works really good and my acne is clear, but my face is dry and it just peels horribly...i cant wear make up or foundation or anything. Is there a really good moisuturizer that wont make my face really oily to fix this

Name: JOSSIE
Country: Southafrica
Comment:
I BOUGHT SKINFREE AND MY DAUGHTERS SKIN IS WORSE THEN BEFORE.

Name: queen sarah
Country: USA
Comment:
aloe vera gel works really good...it did alot for my skin, its worth a shot if nothing else works...:-) good luck and god bless

Name: I wonder....
Country: Australia
Comment:
Has anyone tried Dermalogica products? My beautician told me not to use accutane as it has major side effects. Instead I'm usin the Dermalogica products and I was wondering if anyone else has used it and whether or not they've been successful in clearin out their acne. I'm 24 and I've had acne since I was 16, I've tried all kinds of treatments and even went to a dermatologist. Unfornately that was probably the worst mistake that I made as the medication that he prescribed made my skin worse and caused severe scarring. Hence the fact that now I've decided to try alternative methods and would really appreciate it if anyone else who has used these products let me know wat they think about it.

Name: She she me
Country: USA
Comment:
I used to have very bad mild acne until i realized that it was all in my mind. I know that it's hard, but try your best not to focuss on it bc then you will only make it worse. I tried the Clean and Clear Cream cleanser and it really worked and still is working to this day. I also would use the Clean and Clear Astringent afterwards. And on top of that I am on the Yasmin Birthcontrol pill and it is specifically for Acne. Ive been on for 6 months and my face has not broken out yet. Try these few remedies of mine and see how it works out. Pleeeze email me with the results. mss19932@csun.edu

Name: angela
Country: Mexico
Comment:
i started to discover acne when i was 11 and i'm 15 now i dont have it bad but when i get rid of one pimpel another pops up how do i get rid of this!! it's pissing me off!! all the other gurls at school dont have any pimpels i mean all the preps dont but ok help me out and tell me what i could use my e-mail is baby15gurl53@yahoo.com plz answer me back cuz zits are emberrsing

Name: Emily
Country: England
Comment:
I developed acne when I hit my 20's. Before that my skin was not an issue. This makes me wonder if it is shearly hormonal?? If so, what treatment can help me get rid of it? Answers please on a postcard!- emadale@yahoo.co.uk

Name: FACIALIST
Country: USA
Comment:
ACNE CURE FROM A PROFESSIONAL FACIALIST & FORMER-SUFFERER 1) Cetaphil Sensitive Skin Wash 2) Hydrogen Peroxide as toner 3) Clay mask with an antibacterial agent.

Name: Neemie
Country: Hongkong
Comment:
Hi, could anyone please let me know what Leo Kiersen suggest about balancing hormones? What supplements to take? I'm still wary about buying anything from the net. Thanks a lot

Name: Tyrone
Country: USA
Comment:
Yo Jorge, if you were gonna say something Stupid you could of at least made it funny!

Name: Mariposa
Country: Mexico
Comment:
i have had severe acne for 30 years. i'm now 43 years old and have tried a million things. accutane worked for me in my 20's, but i don't want the risks now. i'm about to get started on Leo Kiesen's natural acne cure program. I'll let you know how it works. Most of all, I hope all of you who are complaining about having acne for 2,5, even 10 years, don't have to endure what i have for 30 years!!!

Name: Nicky
Country: India
Comment:
To Jeorge Cloonie of Mexico. Some of us acne sufferers take this very seriously and do not appreciate arse-holes taking the mick. Grow up.

Name: Biology
Country: Canada
Comment:
I am no Dermatologist, but I have had intense study in Biology, so I could give you some tips. Acne is in fact a condition known as hyperkeratosis, which means "the mad proliferation of keratinocytes" which are skin cells. The reason why acne starts at puberty is obvious. Androgen, or more specifically testosterone is produced and is converted to dihydrotestosterone which is the most potent form. For males, castration would stop acne, but obviously you wouldn't do that. For females, testosterone is only produced in large amounts during periods of stress. Stuff to do with diet DOES NOT cause acne. Obviously, BUT IT CAN AGGRAVATE acne. That's the difference, it does not cause retention hyperkeratosis, BUT it can aggravate the skin. So, STAY away from IODIDES. One more thing, retention hyperkeratosis might be genetic. It cannot be stopped nor cured, BUT it can be controlled perfectly, by Benzoyl Peroxide. People say Benzoyl Peroxide causes redness and a whole lot of side effects, BUT the fact is only 1 percent of people are truly allergic to benzoyl peroxide. Because people do NOT understand the mechanisms of this peroxide. It works BY IRRITATING the skin, therefore causing it to peel and thus helping to unclog pores. This is exactly how it works. Therefore, a little redness and pain is expected BUT allergies can be characterized by red blotchiness. One last thing use water-based to oil-based and beware to look out for a whole lot of acnegenic ingredients such as Sodium Lauryl Saulfate. If you want a whole lot more information from me, send email to princeofwales_canada@yahoo.ca

Name: nmay95
Country: USA
Comment:
The best foundation I have resaearch and have used for 14 years is Prescriptives. I get a custom blend for my light brown skin color. It took about 2 mixes to get the perfect color. I am 32, a medical professional, with acne and have tried many things. There is a new product called Acne Free - at Walgreen's pharmacy. Benzoil peroxide mixture is good. The egg yolk and toothpaste are great for drying your face at night, but you could just use a good toner or face mask by Neutrogena. I recommend that solution. Your eating habits and exercise also make a difference. Most people with acne need a mild to moderate moisturizer. Try an over the counter alpha hydroxy. I use Walgreen's brand. I have spent money on expensive brands of acne care. I am now finding inexpensive products that actually work better. Do not do the microdermal abrasion. Makes anyone with acne worse, irritates the immune system within you skin. You may do a glycolic peel. Find a good spa in your area. I spent $85-$100 a week for a 6 week session. If your interested in a consult email me at nmay95@hotmail.com.

Name: Jeorge Cloonie
Country: Mexico
Comment:
i cant drive or speek english... SO THEREFORE IM SOOOO FUCKING STUPID!!!!!

Name: Mellisa
Country: England
Comment:
Hey Ive heard that skin rejuvenation gets rid of scars search it up on the net, Im thinkin to have that done when I get rid of my acne so then I just have to get rid of my scars by skin rejuvenation.

Name: Tasha
Country: England
Comment:
Hi Im 20 and Ive had acne for 4yrs and Ive been having trouble finding make-up (foundation) for my skin tone, I have light brown skin and all the foundations I have come across make be look too orange.I recently come across estee lauder (equalizer) which has some foundations for brown skin tones and it says its non-acnegenic and oilfree but Im scared I might still breakout, has any one tried it or know of any good quality foundations for darker skin tones that wont cause break outs??? I really need advice so if you do know of any could you writ me at my email Id really appreciate it my email is (sugarbrown67@aol.com) Thanks sorry the email address after this is wrong so its (sugarbrown67@aol.com)

Name: kaykay
Country: USA
Comment:
ive had acne for 10 years now .at one time i thought nothing would cure my acne .i tried every thing there was to try antibitotics etc.my dermatologist told me the only thing that would help would be accutone,but i refused.insteead i found a web site at skin rx ,they sell products with glycolic acids ,and this is the best thing that has ever happened to me .i finally can hold my head high and wear my hair back . i hope that this product will help some of you.im not completly free from acne yet ,but i look and feel great now .its the only thing that has helped with my acne and scars .my scars are almost not even visible .ive only been using thses products for one month.so good luck

Name: kusa
Country: USA
Comment:
i have had acne for 3 years now...and i have used everything...over the counter products and things i ordered from tv like proactive..nothing really has worked...i threw everything away and gave up...but then a friend came visiting one day and saw my face and told me to follow these steps...she told me to wash my face every morning with a acne fighting cleanser...and use a scrub twice a week..(cleanser-cetphil gentel cleanser...and st. ives apricate scrub)...and the most important part is..in the morning rub the juice of the tomato on ur face and rinse...and at night put an egg yolk on the face..let both dry for a half hour before u rinse...now i used this method for a week and saw results..but even after my skin cleared i wasnt happy..i still had lots of scars..really red ones and they looked really deep..so i called her and asked her if she knew wat can make them go away and she told me that every night after i cleanse my face and do the egg yolk thing...to smooth over my face some 100% vitman e oil..i tried it..every morning i would wake up and see my scars fading away..if the oil is making ur skin break out ...try and use vitamin k lotion...it works really well...it proved itself once cuz i had a really bad scar on my leg that i thought would never go away but used vit. k and it went away reallll fast..i promise if u do wat i told u..that u will see a clearer face in no time..email me if u have any questions...talhasgurl@yahoo.com

Name: Daniel The Sk8er who doesnt care
Country: USA
Comment:
Wuts up dudes? I got these like sweat bumps or something on my head. Y'all got and cures? Hey- if there is something about it above ,i wouldnt know because i didnt bother to read it all. Come to Ozark, Alabama one day we have an awesome sk8park. Sk8 on - rock on!!!!!!!!!!!

Name: Frank Henry
Country: USA
Comment:
Okay what i do and it works like MAGIC im 16 years old but here my program i came up with hope it works 1. clean face in morning with warm salty water, use cotton ball to apply on face apply it all over your face, then wash off with warm water. 2. avoid greasy food, fryed foods, and other foods that cause you to break out like chocolate. 3. Eat alot of fruits and veggis and drink 8-10 glass's of water a day. 4. wash hands out threw the day after eating foods. 5. avoid sunlight and when in shower do not let the shampoo touch your face. 6 shave face hair every day dont half to shave it all off just the style you like but keep it then. 7. when drying face pat it dry do not scrub. 8. and every night apply a clean towel on your pill, but try to avoid laying your face on the pillow cause pressure on face can cause acne.

Name: Marissa Silva
Country: USA
Comment:
"Works just like that!"

Name: Ron
Country: Canada
Comment:
I use Probiotic Lab skin cream for my acne.New product from Canada. Results exellent.

Name: Nicky
Country: Southafrica
Comment:
I have suffered from acne since I was 13 and I am now 24. Furthermore, I was born with hair all over my body which does not help the acne on my face. Strangely I have beautiful skin everywhere on my body just not my face. I have also tried everything many of you have mentioned. The best advice I can give you is,'The last acne solution' by Leo. It takes alot of perserverance, money (buying all the vitamins etc) but it works. He explains how to balance your hormones naturally. Definately cutting out all fizzy drinks, chocolate, dairy, any form of fresh fruit juices, wheat etc. Everyone has noticed the change in my skin since. I have been married 3 weeks now and cannot believe that on my wedding day, I managed to have skin that looked ok. It is not what you use on your skin which helps - the problems all come from inside unfortunately. It is all about dirty blood, dirty bowels etc. I hope you are all able to get onto the net and check this out. For those girls who agree with birth control then that is great. Unfortunately I suffered the side effects. Keep trying guys, keep your chins up. I still have a long way till absolutely perfect skin too but am trying religiously to stick to Leo's plan.

Name: Martina
Country: Germany
Comment:
Hi every one, i have a strange problem now, i'm 23 yeras ol dnow and i had acne since i was 17, it was not that severe but, i asked dermatologists to help me, and i believe they just made it worse, i used antibiotcs, dexocycline and also erythromycine,they worked great during the time i used it, but right after to stop it, the acne started again, fow how long u can eat antibiotics?! it can be really harmful for ur health in a long time, also the creams that dematologiists adviced me to use, has just made my skin too sensitive, i used to have a very nice soft white skin, and now by using these treatments, it is so irritated, they even suggested me to use accutane, but my acne is not really that severe, i even had seen that they suggests accutane to the cases which r mucm more simple than mine!..i won't use dit , because it has alot of side effects, but, the problem i have now,..it afew months i have stoped using antibiotcs and chemical treetments, instead i'm using natural masks, like a mix of oat meal+glycerin+egg white+orange juice, and also, puting grated raw garlic on pimples, and , a mix of almond oil+lemon juice,..the positive result is that all pimples r gone, but still i have whiteheads, and strangely! a lot of whiteheads!..i don't know what to do with thses tiny devils!..it really hurts, and also all my face is now irritated, i'm happy becaus eof pimples stoping, but i really need to find a solution for whiteheads, i eat alot of water, alot of friuts, vegetables, i do exercises like yoga, but the problem is still here, i feel my skin is geetiing too sensitive and thin, and i'm getting really worried for that, plz help me if u know any solution or if u have had the same experience, thanks, plz email me: martina-Moghaddam20@yahoo.com

Name: Toad
Country: USA
Comment:
Has anyone ever tired cutting a peice of raw garlic in half and rubbing it on your skin before you go to bed? My nephew tried it and said it worked. Just make sure you wash your face good in the morning or you'll smell like garlic. It may be worth a try.

Name: Wanissa
Country: Thailand
Comment:
What can help protecting my face from acne

Name: jamal
Country: USA
Comment:
yea i had acne but thires only one way that will truely help n thats by useing a steemer that you put ur face in that will help ur skin to look healthyer

Name: spotts
Country: USA
Comment:
Go to the dermatologist. I have had acne since I was 10. I am now 33 and it is now almost clear. The dermatologist can make a huge difference. Most will give samples so you won't be out too much money to see if there is a true answer.

Name: juki
Country: Mauritius
Comment:
i have been suffering from acne since 9yrs and i am 24 now.only thing that worked for me is the apple fast and colonic for three days.dring only apple and water for three days and have colonics at end of the day to flush the toxins.i read it in the book by chris gibson which i purchased on the internet.after the diet is done use acidopholis and garlic supplememts.No sugar period.

Name: TOY
Country: USA
Comment:
I HAVE SUFFERED FROM ACNE ALL MY LIKE AND THE WAY HOW IT LOOKS ITLL NEVER GO AWAY BUT IF EEL THE ONLY THING THAT KEEPS IT UNDER CONTROL IS NOXEMA OR NUTROGENA , ALLOT OF WATER AND CONSUMING LOTS OF FRUITS AND VEGITABLES. ALTHOUGH STUDIES HAVE SHOWN THAT FOOD IS NOT THE CAUSE OF ACNE I DEFINETLY FEEL IT IS MAIN FACTOR SO BASICLEY EAT RIGHT AND KEEP YOUR SKIN CLEAN.

Name: patty
Country: Southafrica
Comment:
Hi i have a acne problem for a very long time iam using bio oil now but its works now but then later i see its not working again. And i have lots of marks in my face and i want to get rid of it so badly please help me i hate it and i hate to look like this. please help.i need help. email me to. mwfamnel@mweb.co.za. please i need al the help i can get.Thanks

Name: Jin
Country: USA
Comment:
Hi everyone! I know how you all feel. I have had acne since i was in the 8th grade. I tried everything that a dermatologist given me ranging from Retin A to Accutane. I must admit that Accutane really did help my skin. My skin is very dry and oily depending on the season. But right now it's very oily. I stopped using Accutane in high school and and started using Antibiotics and all other different topicals you can think of. I started to use proactiv and it did help my skin for 3 years without seeing a dermatologist and then i stopped and it stopped working on me. So now i am back at square one. Currently I am seeing a dermatogolist and he gave me a lot of medications to try but i am a bit apprehensive in trying them. Plus it is very expensive. I know how it feels when you have acne I felt so UGLY and that everyone was staring at my acne instead of me. I felt embarrassed and my self confidence just plummetted to the ground. But now i read all of these articles I am not ALONE! So thanks to you all you gave me some optimistic outlook and that I can do something about it.

Name: Sam
Country: USA
Comment:
Ive had ance since 6th grade and now have begun impatience with everything i try on my face. Ive used neutrogena, clean and clear, anything i could get in a walmart or store like that. Well because ive got impatience i popped zits and now have caused deep scars and found coverup wont cover them without having that obvious look. Does anyone have any ideas on how to hid or get rid of my acne and scars with something that wunt cost too much?

Name: Mary
Country: USA
Comment:
I broke out for years in my teens, then I had a few pimples here and there in my early 20's. In my mid twenty's I started to break out real bad.. not sure what happened but I am taking doxycycline and drinking lots of water.. let's see what happens

Name: Rachael!!!!!!
Country: USA
Comment:
hey yall! ok all these people that think thye know how to stop blemishes and pimples from coming up are crazy as far as I have seen..... HERE IS THE REAL SECRET.... step one. do not touch your face, not even to put on make up, use a cloth. STEP TWO.. excercise realeses the most of the hormone that makes break outs. so go run! or bike! or go outside and walk.. it really helps...STEP THREE... cokes are bad bad bad bad for breakouts, try things like Ginger Ale and lemonade, non caffinated drinks, and Sprite if you have to, ...STEP FOUR... try not to get sunburned, it causes more! but a healthy does of sun helps them blend away...... ok yall there you go, and my friends voted me recently the prettiest skin, and I used to have the WORST acne. and if all else fails, i used PROACTIVE to get started, expensive, but is the BEST BEST BEST BEST acne cleaner...... bye!

Name: Not to be mentioned
Country: USA
Comment:
Pleas i need help on my acne!!!! nothing works,plus im not made outta money!! i need a simple yet affective way to hlpmy acne!! if you hav any ideas...send them to Runt1690@aol.com. please!!!! i need help fast!!!!!!!!

Name: to ugly to look at!
Country: USA
Comment:
I started to get pimples when i was 9 now i am 15 alot of times when i am at guys don't even want to talk to me because of my face i cant wear makeup to cover them up because it just causes more of them some times i just feel alone! i am the only one in my family to have acne nothing workz!! and i don't have the money to buy proactiv. is there something that realy workz? that is cheap? i don't think there is i have only had 1 boyfriend because of my looks.

Name: Blemishes suck
Country: USA
Comment:
Does someone know how to get rid of BLEMISHES?? Userjnr7273@aol.com

Name: Tony
Country: USA
Comment:
HOW DO U GET RID OF BLEMISHES??? ANYONE?

Name: honeybee
Country: USA
Comment:
Hi everyone, I have been struggling with acne since 2nd grade and it has always been such a devastating thing to deal with, the low self esteem issues, I am a sophmore in college now and I have just found out that when I use natural black soap or any mild soap even from neutogena lather some on your face or for an alternative you can use pure vitamin E oil....then use just regular table salt and rub in your face a bit, do not use the salt without the soap or some type of natural oil or else it will be MUCH too harsh on your face.. it is a great exfoliant and I can feel the dead skin every day lift from my skin..also i used to have a very oily face but for some reason it naturally "dries" out my face so I dont even have to worry anymore about using blotting tissues, i suggest if you have naturally dry skin only use this method if you need to shrink up pimples quickly for emergencies..but if you have oily skin like mine you could use it daily, i do it 2 times a day...oh yeah I am happy to say I have been acne free for about 2 1/2 months and am working hard to get rid of my marks left from all my years of pain and suffering

Name: Try This
Country: USA
Comment:
Wash face with Mario Badescu Skin Care product ,Glycolic Acid 2 times a day. Get a warm glass of water, pour in 2 tsp of apple cider vinegar and 2 tsp of honey, then drink all of it . It takes awhile to get use to. Keep hair out of face, LADIES. Especially if you have hair products in your hair. Don't touch your face. Last be sure to think positively that it will clear up. Don't worry about it to much also.

Name: NEED DIANE 35
Country: USA
Comment:
Hey guys, this place offers some good feedback from each other. I researched that Diane 35 because I break out most during periods. But i can't get it in the US!!! Does any one know if US doctors can prescribe them so I can get them from Canada,, or does any one know how to get them with out prescription from a reliable source?? thanks!

Name: smart guy
Country: USA
Comment:
Hey all. Im 24 and have had mild acne since i was about 10. You can use all the scrubs and washes and perscriptions that you want but, really they are only temporary solutions. Any doctor will tell you acne is caused by hormones, so you have to deal with the reason your hormones are so screwed up. I have noticed that my acne almost clears up when im eating a very clean diet. And that doesnt just mean vegetarian either, believe it or not but wheat and oats can be just as bad for your complexion as a rack of ribs. But any way i think the correct diet is the key, it adresses the problem of hormones. check out the " Last Acne Solution". Do a search on it, this guy goes into what a diet for clear skin should be.

Name: Jasmine in need of help with fine bumps!
Country: USA
Comment:
Hi! All of a sudden ihave trouble with my acne I have fine bumbs everywhere! cheeks,head,upper lip,and everywhere what can i use or due to end this but my mom tells me to use hydrocortisone cream but its not working! should I see a doctor???

Name: TJ
Country: USA
Comment:
I have read most all of the articles here and can relate to just about all of them. I understand where those who are depressed are coming from. I, too, have periods where i don't leave my house for days because of acne. I put off vacations and going out with friends because of it. I also try and see the positive side but realize that this is hard to do. OF course, as one girl mentioned, this seems selfish considering there are others who have much greater problems in their lives. Nonetheless, after reading many of the comments posted here, i realize i'm not alone in suffering from this ailment. Unlike many medical conditions that are recognized by society, it is hard to explain why you're depressed and hopeless and staying at home because of acne. Those who haven't suffered just figure "it's only a couple of zits...they'll go away." I am now 24 and have been suffering from acne for 7 yrs. I honestly have tried EVERYTHING: antibiotics, accutane, murad, proactive, and all the regular treatments. About four years ago i cut out all enriched flours, diary products, and "mucous-causing" agents. This made a great improvement but i still broke out a great deal. MY record for clear skin was about a month and it was one of the best months of my life. Recently, i've been reading around about candida overgrowths and such. As a result, i've now cut out all sugar, corn, and yeast in conjuction with my enriched flour, wheat, and dairy product ban. Yup, not much left to eat and i eat a ton...trust me. I have seen my condition worsen since these chagnes (about a week) and hope that it is the candida being killed and the toxis just being released from my body. However, I'm not sure but you can try this and see if it works for you. As everyone says, you must drink tons of water and maintain a diet high in fiber to flush the toxis out as they are starved from their normal "fuel" of poor eating. ANother subject i'm looking into is that of food allergies. I've read many articles that claim that those who have re-occuring acne with no successful diagnosis might be suffering from food allergies. Has anyone experimented with this or know of anything?? Anyways, i really hope that there is a cure for everyone around the corner soon. Know that you are not alone in how you feel and communities like this only take steps closer to a cure. Hopefully, some of the techniques I've mentioned work a little for you...it's a big sacrifice and lifestyle change but it might bring some relief and i think we'd sacrifice anything for that. That's about it....good luck to everyone.

Name: Frustrated, INC.
Country: Canada
Comment:
Does anyone know how to get rid of the red marks left from past breakouts? Please help! Thank you. carolynd@moderndigital.net

Name: Frustrated, INC.
Country: India
Comment:
Does anyone know how to get rid of the red marks left from past breakouts? Please help! Thank you. carolynd@moderndigital.net

Name: me
Country: Canada
Comment:
I'm OBSESSED with me face. I don't know what to do. I spend hours on the internet trying to find an acne solution, I spend piles of money on acne products... then my face starts to clear up and finally look better.. but I see a tiny spot in the mirror and have to pop it. I ruin my face! All the time, just as my face is beginning to look better, I make my acne worse. AHHHHHH!!! I don't know what to do. HELP!!!

Name: saloni
Country: India
Comment:
you should publish the answers online

Name: nottidz
Country: Singapore
Comment:
well, my face ian't better...i have tried eucerin, nuskin,loreal,neutrogena...it doesn't really works..only a teeny slight difference..i am thinking of tryin loreal's new pure zone.. have anyone tried it?is it good??

Name: sweetie
Country: USA
Comment:
Hello everyone. I am obsessed with my skin. I will be honest I have never had really bad acne. However it has gotten worse as I entered my 20's. I have some scars which I hate. I would love to wear no makeup. I have not been able to do that since like 5th grade. I decided it is hormonal. Why because when I was on birth control my skin was great. Very light makeup and only a zit now and then. I have stopped it and the zits came. I tried murad and proactive. Proactive is my favorite. I have also tried over the counter stuff like neutrogena and clearasil and clean and clear. If you don't want to try proactive try clean and clear continuious control. However proactive works best for me. I still use it but the bes thing of all is I ran across a ebook called Last acne solution by Leo Kiesen. This guy had really bad acne and worked for years to figure it out. He knew like I did it was inward hormones and such. Anyways it cost like 35 bucks to get the book online but I read it some of it sounds crazy but I have just started the first step of using vitamins and herbals that stabalize hormones and I have not had a zit since. I am just using proactive to clear up my previous zits and I think I am on my way to clear skin. For the scars I use neutrogena health skin, I just place them on the scars at night. It really helps minimize them. I am sure I will get dermabrasion later too. But for now this system seems to be working. I swear it is hormones that is why we get it as teens and that is why girls seem to brake out more during peroids. Just balance your hormones and I think you will see the difference too. I know not everything works for everyone. Also in my research acutane is so bad for kidneys and bithcontrol had its sideffect too. This program is all natural herbs and vitamins you can buy at a health store. Look into it what do you have to loose. Best of luck to all of you.

Name: Rebecca
Country: USA
Comment:
If you won't to get the pores clean drink lots of water it helps

Name: somebody
Country: USA
Comment:
..does anybody know how to preventt whiteheads?...and scars.

Name: tyson
Country: Canada
Comment:
Over the last 3 months I have just stated developing acne. Before I used to wash my face with regular soap and it would be fine. Then I started using these acne wash soaps and they just seem to make it worse. So I developed this new method, it works wonders!!! First you buy a jar of mayonasie and rub it all over your face at night and go to sleep. Don't worry if it gets on your bed sheets, it will just soak in and disappear. Then, in the morning, go to the mirror and pop all the remaining pimples with a pair of pliers. After this is achieved, rub the puss and blood that has ouzed out of these sores into the surrounding skin. Don't bother taking a shower, this will only worsen the acne. Then do whatever you have to do for the rest of the day and repeat the cycle.

Name: rachel
Country: Other
Comment:
to that russ guy cut the shit and stop trying 2 make money off your pathetic advice!!!!

Name: Lylia
Country: Other
Comment:
I am 32 years old ,I have brown spots on my face ,I would like to know if I can use skin free to take this off .It has got 10 years I have this ,so I'm very anxiuos ,what can I do please ?

Name: microdermabrasion
Country: USA
Comment:
you guys are all idiots and worry too much...yeah i have mild acne too and ive been lookin for cures but i just realized that if you leave your zits alone, then they will go away and wont spread germs to create more acne to make your face even worse. ive decided rite now that i am going to forget about acne and not even once touch my face without first using soap to wash my oily hands, and when it goes away, im just going to get microdermabrasion for the marks that have been left over on my face. i know this is smart and it will work. you just have to have patience and you will have to watch the zits come and go over a period of time, sufer now and rewards will come later. its worth it if you leave them alone to not create deep scars and you wont ever have to deal with acne ever again!

Name: susan
Country: USA
Comment:
I do a non inflammatory diet, which has worked wonders for me. I stay away from sugars and starches ,which cause inflammation and lead to a breakout.Also, eat raw (unsalted)Pumpkin seeds which reduce the sebum your skin porduces.Eat foods look broccoli, spinach,romane lettuce, cantelope(high source of vit.A), salmon,and drink 10 glasses of water a day. I take vit. A,B,Flax Oil, Borage Oil( which reduces inflammation in the skin) and zinc.Look at Perricone's new book" The Acne Cure". It really works. If you do not believe me, then try the 7 day program.....you will see results fast.

Name: SO CAL GUY
Country: USA
Comment:
Hang in there guys im 17 and had acne from 15 to earlier this year...when i was 15 i tried proactive and it didnt work but now ive tried it and my face is perfectly clear and i rarely get pimples.

Name: Brayden
Country: USA
Comment:
I have and have had nodular acne for about 3 years now. At first, I hardly used anything to help reduce the acne nor did I cleanse daily. A couple months ago, I started seeing a dermatologist and he recommended going on an antibiotic, but it only helped a little bit. After researching and debating, I finally started Accutane and now I'm on day 16 of my 4 month treatment. I have noticed that both my forehead and certain areas of my cheeks have begun to visibly clear up, but my chin and neck have begun to break it out with very large nodular acne. I start with the neutrogena oil-free acne wash (even though it dries your skin up alot) and it is very affective. The next step is (I forget the name) neutrogena and it used vitamin b12 and actually helps clear up blemishes left by popping zits. I have about 3 acne scars on my forehead and countless others on my cheeks. After I finish my Accutane I plan to get a dermabrasion which should help clear up the scars and also a chemical peel, til then I believe that I will begin using Mederma! I also try not to lay my head on my pillow because that can lead to dirt being rediposited on your face. I have struggled with my self confidence since the appearance of acne, like someone in the first couple posts, I too do not like to talk to girls because I believe that they will judge me on my acne. Another tip stated before would be to change your pillowcase every other day!

Name: Fighting acne at age 41
Country: USA
Comment:
I have Rosasea which makes be break out. I am on medication but it does't do much because it drys my face so the other night I tried a cream called Resinol it is a medicated ointment for minor skin iritation and my skin has cleared up and feels soft, you might try this and see if it helps. Also see a dermotoligist you may have other problems with your skin. Good Luck to all.

Name: t
Country: Australia
Comment:
try going to a doctor or dermatoligist....dont test evry over the counter product when a doctor or a proffessionalist can prescribe you something that will most probably work because thye know what they are talking about......i hate acne toooo.....i never had it mildley at school and thought it would go away afterwards but it got really bad.....i always pack makeup on tooo it sucks...i look like...not natural ......but there are so many good ways to cover up acne oxy brand tinted one is sooo good it covers up your pimples and if you want to get rid of redness in pimples try using eyedrops which have anti-histamine in them ....reduces it

Name: meeeee
Country: Netherlands
Comment:
hello everybody i have acne and i'm looking for skinfree. kun anyone tell me where 1 can get that and if it's good?? i'm 15 years old. and for the netherlands

Name: jasmine
Country: India
Comment:
hi

Name: Amar
Country: England
Comment:
I used to have really bad acne and after years of using creams and als sorts someone recommended Neutrogena Clear Pore Face Wash, I have been using this regulary for years now and my skin is much better, I will recommend anyone to use this especially if you have oily skin. Be patient and use it regulary and it works.

Name: baiduri
Country: Malaysia
Comment:
wish my skin as smooth as baby skin....

Name: srmugerwa@yahoo.com
Country: Other
Comment:
iam 21 female from uganda have a boyfriend&i love him so much but iam so eager to have a child with him coz we have been togeter for 3years now.iam stil very young pliz tell me.

Name: Doomed
Country: USA
Comment:
I have suicidal thoughts everyday because of the acne i have to put up with. If there is a God, he is one messed up entity. No words can explain the suffering I feel. Stay strong my brothers and sisters.

Name: edwin
Country: England
Comment:
i hav spots on my bac how do u get rid of dem plz tell me

Name: Salman
Country: Other
Comment:
I have bad acne marks .. i have tested all sort of treatments but of now way .. my life is like a hell if anyone ever finds effective treatment of this let me know on ultraclearasil@yahoo.com

Name: Deep Clean
Country: Canada
Comment:
does those red marks after pinching acne go away?

Name: depressed 2
Country: USA
Comment:
This is to "depressed in india", you wanted someone to respond to you to let you know you are not alone. Well, you are not alone. I read your comments and I can identify with most of them completely. I too cannot see myself commiting suicide but most of the time I can't see the light at the end of the tunnel of depression!! You are not alone even though it may feel that way, and now I know I am not alone either. My prayer for you is that you will someday experience inner peace and happiness.

Name: j
Country: USA
Comment:
im a good looking guy but i have acne before i had this problem i had every chick i wanted now i dont want one because im depressed

Name: thomas
Country: USA
Comment:
i have had acne for about 4 years now it really sux! it has effected my personal life a lot. i donty even like looking girls in the face cas im scared they will not talk to me anymore. im going to see a dermatalogist this weekend becaus i have tried everything there is. i hope he will have the answer or give me sumthin that will work, maybe sumtin that will even get rid of the scars. so wish me luck!

Name: acne pineaple face noriegas's face
Country: USA
Comment:
i have ugly acne and i start using dog shampoo for skin problem and now is new skin

Name: Clare
Country: England
Comment:
Hi Just stumbled across this page. In my teenage years I had horrible acne.It made me miserable so believe me I know how it feels and I know what its like when people dont realise how miserable it can make you.Its my face for Gods sake!!!!Where else are people gona look when they talk to me???!!!How else can I make a first impression!!! it has got alot better(im 28 now)but when I get spots it brings me down and it reminds me of years ago, hoping I dont go back to how it was.When I now see people with bad acne I just remmeber how painful it was, a whole face hurting.It might look unpleasent but thats no need to assume they are horrid people.If they are shy because if their acne I understand 100%.In your teen years its unavoidable so try and be ok with it. If people JUDGE you by it, they are the UGLY people. I have no cures only suggestions:- For the girls, certain types of the Pill(for periods) can really help, talk to your doctor. I have also found that a dab of perfume/alcohol helps to dry spots out. I have used cocoa butter and that has vitimin E in it which helps clear up scars. You can also buy vitimin E cream on its own.

Name: sour grapes
Country: Other
Comment:
if you have acne you just have to learn to live with it. i have had acne since i was 11,i am now 25,and it still the same.even if i stop breaking out i now have potmarks left over so my dream for a great complextion are over!i've used everything literaly and am pretty healthy.i use safe products.my father had bad skin so i guess i have him to thank.but he is dead now so i can't.acne ruined my life.i can't do anything without it effcting my acne.excercise,sun,i would really like to start jogging again but everytime i do i end up with a sore red zit on my nose and cheeks.so now not only do i have acne i am a fat lard as well.i don't date,have no friends and live alone.thats my life. it's the way it ''has' to be.if you don't have acne then shut up cause ya don't have any idea how devistating it is to live with.it affects your whole being.everyday is depressing.and thers no cure let alone treatment.so what you have to do is just toughen up and learn to look people dead in the eyes and try not to let them see your insecurities.everyday is a battle with me,dealing with the public,and rude ass people.just cause i have acne can't stop me from beating your ass!so if you are one of the members of this silent club,i call us silent sufferers,then either just learn to be really tough or just hide for the rest of your life.if i ever decide to date again,i hope it's someone with this problem cause anybody else will never understand.although having children is out of the question because it is genetic and i would never want to put anyone through this misery.but don't give up god loves us all, be kind to others.acne can sure humble someone.ya know ya ain't the greatest and sure no ya aint flawless.so you could never be egotistical.or you can just go into denial and make yourself believe your beautiful no matter what.you can choose for your self.i hope when i die i can see what its like to have clear skin.it's so depressing to slowly watch your face get eaten away from ACNE!DOES ANYONE HAVE A OPINION ON EXCERCISE AND ACNE? LET ME KNOW. THANKS ALOT!

Name: obeseesed
Country: Mexico
Comment:
i have a strange obsession,with my acne.i constantly keep it covered.makeup all day every day,masks and cover cremes at night. i have been doing this for years.all i want is to go without makeup.but you can't always get what you want in life.

Name: depression
Country: India
Comment:
i currently am very unhappy.although,i feel guilty saying that when there are far more serious problems in this world.but i can't deny my feelings either.and no i am not a selfish person the oppisite i am very selfless.i also hate people who complain and talk about how down they are all the time,it's like get over yourself!this is like what i'm doing right now.i am a loner,why?bacause i made a choice long ago to just be by myself cause i can't stand people.i hate my face,acne weight,my body hair,my height,my life,the choices i'v made,my family, my disfunctional family. i would never kill myself though i wish for the day i accidently die.winning the lottery and death is all i have going for myself.other then that i'm a naturel born loser,born from a loser family.i wonder is there anyone out there who feels this way?or am i just truely one mental case?could someone today please respond it's april 17 2004.please tell me if anyone can relate to my feelings.i am 100% serious,and 100%down.

Name: acne
Country: USA
Comment:
here are the better products to buy if your gonna buy anything-purpose beauty bar,neutrogena acne mask,queen helene mint julip mask,deep clean mask,aveeno used to be good before they had to go make it new and improved,it now works like shit!so i stopped using that.ponds clansing clothes are good to remove surface dirt and makeup,then wash with purpose then some alcohol then a mask like one i just named,then morning comes rinse mask off apply concealer, powder, cornsilk is good or colorstay concealer stays on long.first rub concealer on then add more and pat on.then powder.

Name: acne
Country: USA
Comment:
acne has ruined my life.ther are cures for everything today i cannot believe acne is still going strong!i hate looking in the mirror.every morning it's the same old shit pile on the paint!been doing that for years.when i take off my makeup at night i get panicky if anybody ever caught me without concealer!i wear a medicated mask of medicated cover creme to bed every nite. my own family has not seen me with out makeup in 10 years.first thing in the morning right after i pee is makeup time.it's so annoying!if i didn't have to i would never ever wear makeup!it gets oily and melts off your face.and who wants to wear makeup in 90 degree weather?but i have to because my face is so red with new and old acne marks i want to die.sometimes i'd rather be dead.i have no social life because i rather be alone then to ''face''the truth.i wear makeup for the simplest tasks.all i can say is i thank god for makeup if i was a guy i don't know what i'd do. i used to shop and buy every single over the counter product there was i can honestly say if it was in a store i tried it.now i use soap just plain old soap cheap soap why you ask because ther is no magic cream gel ointment or pilljust have to learn to live with it and just hope nobody will draw attention to you in public!but theres always that asshole somewhere that has to point out the fact that you have pimples.just hearing that word and i want t o hide.just know this,everybody in some way has a ''flaw'' mostly everybody and if you don't judge people by looks alone then hopefully they won't judge you!

Name: acne
Country: USA
Comment:
never use stuff like noxzema,st.ives,most of those products have toxic ingriedents just turn the bottle around and read!oils,lanolin,petrolieum,etc....plus high concentrations of benzoyl peroxide make matters worse.the only safe makeup is cornsilk,or neutrogena.never go to bed wearing makeup ever!plus if you have pot marks skip the foundation it makes the marks look deeper!remember read your ingrediendts! don't just believe it's safe just because the front of the bottle says so. they just want to sell the product.proactiv solution did not work for me.within 3 days my face looked worse cause i am sensitive to benzoyl peroxide.murad skin care also made my skin worse because of the high glycolic acids in it.i now use purpose bar soapit's oil free and lathers good enough to remove my makeup,then i saturate my skin with 91% alchol. alcohol used to aggravate my skin but for some strange reason it dries them out these days.cover girl, maybeline, almay suck! poe clogging toxins.remember lanolin,mineral oil,petrolieum,cocnut oil,fragrances are all toxic!

Name: shalini sharma
Country: India
Comment:
i have bad acne on my chest and back from the last years now i m 25, they are almost stop but i have ugly scars n hyperpigmentation on my back and chest. i have been gone through chemical peeling too which works on my chest but not too much on back , kindly suggest me some effective treatment for this.

Name: hezz
Country: Canada
Comment:
several members of my family have worked for a skin specialist.there is no better way, no better results, no crap that you can purchase, which will get you better results than seeing a skin specialist...most people will spend five or ten bucks everytime they're in a drug store, rather than spend the money with a reputable skin doctor....in canada the doctors visit is free, but even the medication may be pricey... i've seen remarkable results. you can even go in before a school dance, for instance, and have your zits zapped.... there is treatment...see a professional

Name: Kristen
Country: USA
Comment:
I used to have acne. I even had boils once. I have developed a skin care mask that heals acne. I send samples to people, and one woman who has cystic acne got healed from my mask. In addition, I don't suffer from acne anymore thanks to glycolic acid. If you want more information, please email me at kristencommodore@yahoo.com. I know what your going through!

Name: diamond princess
Country: USA
Comment:
Alright i think that some of you just get real lucky, because i just read all of your comments and im a vegatarian and i dont drink soda, all i drink is water and occasionally orange juice. Plus Im on Accutane and ive been on Mynacycline and Tetrocycline for my acne, and nothing works for me. I use St. Ives and all you guys say it works, well Im a 17 year old female and iv had acne since the seventh grade and nothing helps me. Im not even going to school because of this. because i quite wearing makeup to school and it seems like it just gets worse. Im so embaressed to leave my house. if any of you have some truley bad ass suggestions please e-mail me at dpray@satx.rr.com I know there is a solution for me me. but its so hard to cope especially with sensitive skin. and i know im a beutifull person people tell me all the time, but i want this for myself confidence and self esteeme. Thanks if you can help.

Name: Angel babe
Country: Other
Comment:
I use oxy daily wash to treat my acne & so far it works!

Name: Blackbirdflyaway
Country: USA
Comment:
I am 23 years old and have had acne since puberty. As I got older it got less severe. My suggestion to anyone with the same problem is to keep you face clean and try not to touch it because it transfers bacteria. I am currently using an Anti-bacterial Noxema face wash. Since I started using it I can definately see and feel a difference in my skin. Good luck to everyone.

Name: Aol im: Jiperxsx
Country: USA
Comment:
anyone who says stuff like "leave it to god" i bet doesnt have acne problems

Name: acne blows!
Country: USA
Comment:
I have been suffering from acne for 5 years. The part that pisses me off the most is that I had perfect skin when I was going through puberty,it didn't happen till I was 19. I'm 24 now and I have a very supportive and wonderful husband. Somehow, there is nothing anybody can say to make you feel better!! I have tried EVERYTHING. Accutain sounds too scarry!! Two months ago I started taking Yasmin birth control pills. just in the last week my face has started to clear up for the first time ever. Since it has only been a week, I am not sure yet if it will be gone for good and I still have red marks that I hope will fade with time! To all the men with acne problems, I am sorry that birth control can't help you. The best advice I can give to eveyone is that if you have tried everything over-the-counter and nothing works, it is a hormonal problem and needs to be fixed from the inside! So stop spending money on stupid shit like Proactiv and see a doctor that can perscribe something that will work from the inside. Be pacient, I know it is hard, I cried everyday. My husband allways tells me I'm beautiful but until I am happy with my apperance,I have a hard time beliveing him. Good luck to all, I know that acne is depressing and makes you wish you could just die, but be stong and keep doing research. It might take five years to find your answer but I'm convinced there is an individual cure for everyone. I'm also going to try the vitamin b5.One more thing, the only thing toothpaste will do is make your pillow case dirty!

Name: MIKE
Country: USA
Comment:
MY RELATIVE IN SOUTH AFRICA HAS BEEN USING "SKINFREE">IS IT POSSIBLE FOR ME TO GET IT IN THE U.S.A? IF SO, HOW?

Name: Hoe
Country: England
Comment:
FUCK INDIA

Name: Lauren
Country: USA
Comment:
Okay y'all, calm down. NO,ProActiv does not work if you continue to pick at your face. If you can keep from picking though, the ProActiv solution seriously works! Forget the commercials, they fail to mention that you must not pick, and you also need to make sure not to scrub your face when you use the first step of the 'solution'. Also, just try not to stress out about it. I know it's hard, but if you get enough sleep, don't pick, get some fresh air as much as possible, and drink water regularly things will start to look up. You'll be happier with yourself.

Name: Ella
Country: USA
Comment:
I am a licensed Aesthetician and Lemon's are very acidic and can cause severe irritation to the skin. It will cause acne to become imflammed!!! That is not a good method for curing acne.

Name: figth acne
Country: Other
Comment:
clean hygiene is perfect.

Name: 1tntsis
Country: USA
Comment:
For those people who are looking to get rid of their acne scars, they should look to a dermatologist to get a procedure called "Cool Touch" laser surgery. It does not remove layers of skin, it can be done on any race of people, and it is under $3000. Look it up on the web.

Name: milly
Country: USA
Comment:
well rite now i am suffering from acne as well and i hav tried i believe like ten diffrent things..i know st.ives apricot srcub works really good...but don't use everyday...and also neutrogena acne facial cleanser ..like the one u see on tv that jennifer love hewit uses...ok people bye...

Name: Umzantsi
Country: Southafrica
Comment:
My brothers and sisters, not everything written here is true. What I can tell you is that try to make your own research( to understand the cause your pimple and acne and a way to prevent it). Think twice before visiting the dermatologist. At the moment,I am using a Skinfree product which I'm about to change, but the wise thing I can tell you is that try to use a product that contains benzoyl peroxide, avoid soaps that have an aroma and be consistent to your medication. I hope you can get healed. Good luck.

Name: alma (info about acne)
Country: USA
Comment:
Beauty Top 10 Acne Tips Health24 1. Clean your skin gently Most doctors recommend that people with acne gently wash their skin with a mild cleanser, once in the morning and once in the evening and after heavy exercise. Some people with acne may try to stop outbreaks and oil production by scrubbing their skin and using strong detergent soaps and rough scrub pads. However, scrubbing will not improve acne; in fact, it can make the problem worse. Ask your doctor for advice on the best type of cleanser to use. Wash your face from under the jaw to the hairline. Rinse your skin thoroughly after washing it. Astringents are not recommended unless the skin is very oily, and then they should be used only on oily spots. 2. Moisturise Oily, blemished skin still needs hydration. Choose water-based products, rather than products containing oil or petroleum and check they are nonacnegenic and noncomedogenic. 3. Keep your hair clean It is important to wash your hair regularly. Avoid oily hair products, such as anti-frizz products, because they may eventually spread over the forehead, causing blackheads. Remember to cover your face when applying hairsprays and gels. 4. Choose the right make-up If you are being treated for acne you need to change some of the make-up you use. All make-up, such as foundation, blush, eye shadow, and moisturisers, should be oil-free. Opt for powder blushes and eye shadow. Choose products that are labelled as "noncomedogenic" (do not promote the formation of closed pores) or "non-acnegenesis" (should not cause acne). If you are using acne medications, you may find it difficult to apply foundation evenly during the first few weeks of treatment because the skin may be red or scaly, particularly with the use of topical tretinoin or benzoyl peroxide. Remove your make-up every night with soap and water. 5. Good cover-ups A flesh-tinted acne lotion containing benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid or sulphur can safely hide blemishes. Loose powder mixed with oil-free product is also good for cover-up. Camouflaging techniques can be used effectively by applying a green undercover cosmetic over red acne lesions to improve colour blending. 6. Be careful of eye creams Eye creams are usually thicker and greasier than facial moisturisers. Heavy eye creams and oily eye make-up removers can cause milia, tiny white cysts under the eyes. Eye creams can also affect surrounding areas, leading to acne on the cheeks, temples and forehead. 7. Stay out of the sun Many of the medicines used to treat acne can make you more prone to sunburn. You may be tempted to tan because it may make blemishes less visible and make your skin feel drier. However, these benefits are only temporary, and there are known risks of excessive sun exposure, such as more rapid skin ageing and a risk of developing skin cancer. Help prevent skin cancer by using sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher) outside, wearing protective clothing outdoors and avoiding overexposure to the sun and artificial tanning. 8. Shave carefully Men who shave and who have acne can test both electric and safety razors to see which is more comfortable. If you use a safety razor, you should use a sharp blade and soften your beard thoroughly with soap and water before applying shaving cream. Nicking blemishes can be avoided by shaving lightly and only when necessary. 9. Avoid tight clothing Tight bra straps, headbands, collars and other clothing which place pressure on the skin may cause zits and blackheads in those areas of the skin. Wear loose, cool clothing. 10. What about fragrance? Fragrance can cause allergic and irritant reactions on the face. The main culprits are fragrances in the ambrette, bergamot, cinnamate and musk families. Stick with products labeled as "fragrance-free" or "hypo-allergenic." If you are not sure about the contents of a product, do a skin patch test. If there is no irritation after three days of repeated application, you may continue usage on a larger area.

Name: alma ( INFO)
Country: USA
Comment:
Acne!....It's something everyone dreads, so here are some simple true solutions that will help you take control of your Acne. Below I'll explain how to take control of it, and how to "see" the signs of Acne. First of all when you wake up in the morning and see that dreaded red bump on your face, your first instincts would be to "POP IT!" -DO NOT POP IT!!, there are many forms of Acne and not all are "poppable." Acne What causes it?...Acne is Hereditary, but that shouldn't discourage you, because you can take control of it. Stress, sun exposure, seasonal changes, and climate can precipitate an Acne attack, and certain types of makeup. In adult women, makeup is the major factor in acne breakouts. Oil-based makeup is the problem, the pigments in foundations, rouges, cleansing creams, or moisturizers aren't the problem, and neither is the water in products. It's just the oil itself, which is usually a derivative of fatty acids that are more potent than your own fatty acids. Use a non-oil based make-up if you are prone to Acne-(Mary Kay offers an Oil-Free Foundation, and most other products are Oil-Free too.) Taking Control of Acne Cleanse! Wash your makeup off thoroughly every night-(Mary Kay offers you the TimeWise Skin Care System-which includes the 3-in-1 Cleanser, Moisturizer, and Oil-Free Dual Coverage Powder Foundation) Foods containing Iodines cause Acne-Iodine enters the body and mixes into the bloodstream, with the excess excreted through the oil glands. As it is excreted, it irritates the pores and brings on an Acne flare-up. Listed below are some foods that contain Iodines and the parts per million they contain Dairy Products: Cheddar cheese spread-27 Butter-26 Homogenized milk-11 Sour Cream-7 Cottage cheese-3 Yogurt-8 Drinking Water-8 Meat and Poultry Beef liver-325 Turkey-132 Chicken-67 Hamburger-44 Miscellaneous Tortilla chips-80 Wheat germ-46 Potato chips-40 Pretzels-15 White bread-8 Coca-cola-3 Sugar-2 Salt Iodized-54 Seasoned-40 Seafood Kelp-1,020 Squid-39 Crab-33 Sole-24 Clams-20 Shrimp-17 Lobster-9 Oysters-8 Vegetables Asparagus-169 Broccolu-90 Onions(white)-82 Corn-45 Brussels sprouts-23 Potato-9 Green beans-7 Most Importantly of all you shouldn't squeeze pimples or whiteheads, a pimple is an inflammation, and you could add to the inflammation by squeezing it. You may cause an infection. You can't do anything to a pimple to make it go away faster, normally a pimple will last from one to four weeks, but it will always go away. A whitehead is a noninflamed plugged pore, the core of a whitehead is much smaller than the core of a blackhead. When you squeeze the whitehead, the wall of the pore could break and the contents could leak out into the skin and cause a pimple. A pimple naturally forms from the rupture of a whitehead pore wall. Know when to squeeze Although most pimples are best left alone, there is one kind that you can squueze to help get rid of it, sometimes a pimple will have a little central yellow pus head in it-gentle squeezing usually pops these open very nicely. Once the pus is out, the pimple will heal more quickly. You can also get rid of a blackhead the same way also. You can fight back an Acne attach with over-the-counter products. Use OTC's with benzoyl peroxide in them(Mary Kay offers you the Acne Treatment Gel-which has 5% Benzoyl Peroxide) The benzoyl part pulls the peroxide into the pore and releases oxygen that kills the bacteria that aggravates Acne. It's like 2 drugs in one, the benzoyl also supresses the fatty acid cells that irritate the pores. The percentage of Benzoyl Peroxide has nothing to do with how well the product will work for you, they're all the same, an Acne product containing 2% of Benzoyl Peroxide works just as well for an Acne Product that contains 10% Benzoyl Peroxide. So don't be fooled by the numbers. Be sure to give dry skin extra care, because dry skin can be sensitive to products containing benzoyl peroxide, you will see reddening of the skin when you first use the product(benzoyl peroxide Acne gel)-that is a normal reaction, in time your skin will get used to the products. When using the "Acne Treatment Gel" or any other Acne product, be sure to help stop the spread of Acne by applying the product around the problem area itself, applying the product directly on the pimple will not get rid of the pimple, all Acne products are used to Prevent Acne from occurring, so always be sure to apply the Acne product around the pimple to preven new pimples from forming. I hope all of this new information about Acne will help you take control of those problem little bumps in your life!

Name: alma ( INFO)
Country: India
Comment:
Acne!....It's something everyone dreads, so here are some simple true solutions that will help you take control of your Acne. Below I'll explain how to take control of it, and how to "see" the signs of Acne. First of all when you wake up in the morning and see that dreaded red bump on your face, your first instincts would be to "POP IT!" -DO NOT POP IT!!, there are many forms of Acne and not all are "poppable." Acne What causes it?...Acne is Hereditary, but that shouldn't discourage you, because you can take control of it. Stress, sun exposure, seasonal changes, and climate can precipitate an Acne attack, and certain types of makeup. In adult women, makeup is the major factor in acne breakouts. Oil-based makeup is the problem, the pigments in foundations, rouges, cleansing creams, or moisturizers aren't the problem, and neither is the water in products. It's just the oil itself, which is usually a derivative of fatty acids that are more potent than your own fatty acids. Use a non-oil based make-up if you are prone to Acne-(Mary Kay offers an Oil-Free Foundation, and most other products are Oil-Free too.) Taking Control of Acne Cleanse! Wash your makeup off thoroughly every night-(Mary Kay offers you the TimeWise Skin Care System-which includes the 3-in-1 Cleanser, Moisturizer, and Oil-Free Dual Coverage Powder Foundation) Foods containing Iodines cause Acne-Iodine enters the body and mixes into the bloodstream, with the excess excreted through the oil glands. As it is excreted, it irritates the pores and brings on an Acne flare-up. Listed below are some foods that contain Iodines and the parts per million they contain Dairy Products: Cheddar cheese spread-27 Butter-26 Homogenized milk-11 Sour Cream-7 Cottage cheese-3 Yogurt-8 Drinking Water-8 Meat and Poultry Beef liver-325 Turkey-132 Chicken-67 Hamburger-44 Miscellaneous Tortilla chips-80 Wheat germ-46 Potato chips-40 Pretzels-15 White bread-8 Coca-cola-3 Sugar-2 Salt Iodized-54 Seasoned-40 Seafood Kelp-1,020 Squid-39 Crab-33 Sole-24 Clams-20 Shrimp-17 Lobster-9 Oysters-8 Vegetables Asparagus-169 Broccolu-90 Onions(white)-82 Corn-45 Brussels sprouts-23 Potato-9 Green beans-7 Most Importantly of all you shouldn't squeeze pimples or whiteheads, a pimple is an inflammation, and you could add to the inflammation by squeezing it. You may cause an infection. You can't do anything to a pimple to make it go away faster, normally a pimple will last from one to four weeks, but it will always go away. A whitehead is a noninflamed plugged pore, the core of a whitehead is much smaller than the core of a blackhead. When you squeeze the whitehead, the wall of the pore could break and the contents could leak out into the skin and cause a pimple. A pimple naturally forms from the rupture of a whitehead pore wall. Know when to squeeze Although most pimples are best left alone, there is one kind that you can squueze to help get rid of it, sometimes a pimple will have a little central yellow pus head in it-gentle squeezing usually pops these open very nicely. Once the pus is out, the pimple will heal more quickly. You can also get rid of a blackhead the same way also. You can fight back an Acne attach with over-the-counter products. Use OTC's with benzoyl peroxide in them(Mary Kay offers you the Acne Treatment Gel-which has 5% Benzoyl Peroxide) The benzoyl part pulls the peroxide into the pore and releases oxygen that kills the bacteria that aggravates Acne. It's like 2 drugs in one, the benzoyl also supresses the fatty acid cells that irritate the pores. The percentage of Benzoyl Peroxide has nothing to do with how well the product will work for you, they're all the same, an Acne product containing 2% of Benzoyl Peroxide works just as well for an Acne Product that contains 10% Benzoyl Peroxide. So don't be fooled by the numbers. Be sure to give dry skin extra care, because dry skin can be sensitive to products containing benzoyl peroxide, you will see reddening of the skin when you first use the product(benzoyl peroxide Acne gel)-that is a normal reaction, in time your skin will get used to the products. When using the "Acne Treatment Gel" or any other Acne product, be sure to help stop the spread of Acne by applying the product around the problem area itself, applying the product directly on the pimple will not get rid of the pimple, all Acne products are used to Prevent Acne from occurring, so always be sure to apply the Acne product around the pimple to preven new pimples from forming. I hope all of this new information about Acne will help you take control of those problem little bumps in your life!

Name: alma ( info) :)
Country: USA
Comment:
What You Should Know: Acne is one of the most common skin problems. It affects nearly every teenager and many adults. Acne happens when a "plug" of oils and skin gets stuck in a follicle (fall-ih-kull). A follicle is the pore from which a hair grows. The area around the follicle swells and reddens. Most of the time acne clears up after a few years. But acne can last many years and may cause skin scarring. Acne can also cause you not to feel good about yourself which can lead to depression, anxiety, or other emotional problems. Creams, lotions, or pills may be used to treat your acne. Continuing Care: Your medicines are:__________ � Always take your medicine as directed by your care giver. If you feel it is not helping, call your care giver. Do not quit taking it unless your care giver tells you to. � Keep track of what medicines you are taking and when you take them. Bring a list of your medicines or the pill bottles when you see your care giver(s). Learn why you take each medicine. Ask your care giver for information about your medicines. � If you are taking antibiotics (an-ti-bi-ah-tiks), take them until they are all gone even if you feel well. � You can prevent new pimples from forming by using acne medicine correctly and regularly. If you only "spot treat" the pimples you can see, new pimples will form and take weeks to go away. Use your medicine in the same way every day as suggested by the care giver. � If you are taking other medicine that makes you drowsy, do not drive or use heavy equipment. Dirt on your skin does not cause acne. But keeping your skin clean will help the pimples go away faster. * Use your hands to wash your face 2 times a day with a mild soap that does not have perfume. Rubbing your skin hard with a wash cloth may irritate your skin and worsen the acne. * Use a bath brush if you have acne on your back. Rinse the soap off well. * Wash off sweat, especially after exercising. * Do not squeeze, pick, or use sharp things on acne pimples. Doing this could cause an infection or scarring. * It is OK to wear makeup. � Be sure that makeup, creamy lotions, or other skin products that you use are less likely to cause blackheads or whiteheads. � Use water-based makeup instead of oil-based makeup. Oil-based makeup may cause acne to get worse. � Loose powders are better than pressed powders which are made with mineral oil. Eat healthy foods from all of the 5 food groups which are fruits, vegetables, breads, dairy products, meat and fish. Eating healthy foods may help you feel better and have more energy. It may also help your acne heal faster. There is no proof that eating certain foods will make your acne worse. But some foods, such as chocolate, seem to cause a flare-up of acne for certain people. With time you can learn what foods may cause you acne problems. You can then avoid eating those foods. Try to do things that do not increase and collect grease on your face. Keep hair off your forehead and away from your face. Do not rub or touch the skin on your face. You may have an acne flare-up before your monthly period if you are a female. Pollution in the air may also cause a flare-up of acne. Use an oil-free sun screen if you are outdoors. Be patient. It may take 4 to 6 weeks for your acne to clear. Larger pimples may even take longer to fade completely. Remember that once a pimple starts it can last for weeks or months. Call________ if: * You need information about how to use your medicine. * Your skin has not improved after taking your medicines for _______ weeks. * You do not feel good about yourself and are depressed. Seek Care Immediately If: You feel like hurting yourself or someone else. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Name: mary
Country: USA
Comment:
yea acne is bad i need your help.i try everthing u can think about.what causes people face to sink in.

Name: zitty am I
Country: USA
Comment:
I just use Biore, the blemish fighting face wash, and then dab Listerine on with a cotton swab, so far, so good. I hope it clears this shit up! I've had bad acne since I was 23 and I am 32 now. It's gotta stop sometime. Now, would be good!

Name: jrs
Country: USA
Comment:
If you are willing to spend the money, Proactiv Solutions is wonderful. Now all I need is something for the scars.

Name: alma
Country: USA
Comment:
hey everyone well we all know that ance is taking over our lives,, well it's time to take care of acne.. i have mild acne,, i have breakouts ,,, and i just can't stop picking on them,,. well i tried a lot of things like Murad, Proactive, diffrent gel,, neutrogena gels.etc.. zenmed derma clanser.. i tried lot of proudctis in the store , but they didn't help ,, my skin isn't that bad if i cover it up with make up ,But i want to look natrual..Well i don't knwo what to do,,, everyone skin care compay says this products works and when you buy it and try it ,,then you are really sad about it,,, i'm doing my best i wash my face 2-3 day, and in the night i put dove night cream so my face can stay soft and then i put stridex fruit therapy as a acne spot treatment, and it works well.. i mean it's better to do something then nothing about it, even thou my skin isn't totaly clear.. i keep treating it and i should keep my hand out of my face... well i hired if you go under the sun , your face will clear up , i will try tanning, b/c 2 years ago i was tanning just 4-5 times and i want swimming my face was so clear, maybe i should try it ,, ,, well i just wanted to say ,, that ance is kind of a deases... but if we give up on acne we should move on with your lives, i mean so what if you have some acne or even a lot,, you can't kill yourself ,, it's not your fault,,, it's a problem that starts deep inside and there is no cure for acne,, you can just help yourself... try to avoid animals fat food, and drink water .... i can't tell you what works or not ,, but you can try if you like to,, i'am no doctor.. i'am a suffer like you all and i just wanted to post this message because i know the feeling feeling ugly,, or feeling embarassed... or having a low self esteem,, i do sometimes to feel that way,, but you know what i have a family who loves me for who i'am and friends that loves to be around me , and a great boyfriend than never gives up on me,,,,, :) why shoul i bee sad just because i have few spots on my face ,,, it doesn't mean that i'am not a human,, i'am what i'am and i can;t change for on one,, but i can live my life happy... remember guys onece you live once you die,,,, don't waist all the time looking in the mirrow ,,,, DO SOMETHING YOU LOVE to do :) don't let acne take OVER YOUR LIFE IT"S YOUR TIME TO TURN ,, :) GOOD LUCK :)

Name: Pokey
Country: USA
Comment:
I had raelly bad acne but...just change yur pillow case ALOT, drink lots of water, use a good facial cleanser, and tell yourself yur beautiful all da time!!! good luck!

Name: Alana
Country: Australia
Comment:
Never use toothpaste on them. I swear that i read it somewhere so decided to try it out that night, then in the morning everything had gotten worse. toothpaste does not help!!! Also drink alot of water. besides not only does it dulute the toxins in ur body and stop the toxins going out through ur face creating pimples but it also makes ur skin look great! seriously, i drank 2 bottles of water a day for a week and my skin just shone with radiance, it made it look great! If u want to use cover-up, and by every means do, it wont make it worse but it doesnt really make it much better. Use the powder type stuff, it works alot better except for when u sweat and it comes of slowly revealing the acne u covered up. don't dwell on it, avoid looking in the mirror if it helps. soap doesn't really work, i know beleive me. whenever u put water on ur face, to keep it from drying out afterwords put moisturiser on it. never put moisturiser on ur skin without wetting it first then wiping off all excess water. moisturisers only keep moisture in, they don't add nething!!! do not touch ur acne, it doesn't help! im 11 years old and have had acne since i was 9, if u have ne cures email at apcraigs@hotmail.com

Name: HI
Country: India
Comment:
SDS

Name: magic
Country: India
Comment:
hello everyone, i have had pimples ..infact a lot .now my skin is clear.i will give you some sure tips.here goes... 1.first drink atleast 10 glasses of water. 2.as a face mask mix cucumber and tomato juice and apply it on face atkeast three times a week. 3.in the night use persol 2.5 gel. 4.try not to overeat junk food. 5.keep your hair clean.use a good shampoo and wash hair atleast twice a week. these five tips if u follow it..it works WONDERS!!!!!

Name: Sarah
Country: USA
Comment:
Get on Accutane! It helps A LOT! Its a miracle! :)

Name: Amber
Country: USA
Comment:
I've suffered from sever acne since the age of 10. But now I think I have it under control. Use a soap-free, non detergent, gentle cleanser that washes away all oil and makeup, yet does not dry or irritate the skin - a great brand? Alpha-Hydrox foaming cleanser. Lightly exfoliate your skin once a day or every other day with a Beta Hydroxy Acid face scrub in the morning. At night, after washing with your gentle cleanser, apply a light oil-free moisturizer and then a gentle Benzoyal Peroxide Cream on top. Sleep in this BP treatment. Highly recommended for being non-drying and non-irritating? Sage Skin Care 5% or 10% Fix Zit BP solution. You can find it on their website...

Name: Acne madness
Country: USA
Comment:
I wish I could have a good advice for you all, but I don't. I am 37 years old and suffering with acne problems still. I tried Doctor's visits, they work, but you need to follow up and that can be costly, not meaning it's a cure. Over-the-counter products helped in my case,but didn't prevent them to reappear. Home medicine I never tried. I beleive acne problemm is caused from different factor in each person, some may be from what They eat, for some may be from the homones, for other may be stress, the deal is to find out what is causing your body to have the toxins reactions that causes acne, which I don't think any body figured out yet. Let's hope our doctors can find a really cure for this horrible problem the eats us up day by day with hopeless. But never let it eat up you spirit, that has to be superior to all dificults and problems in life. "Good luck" in your acne's cure journey...

Name: Xavier
Country: Other
Comment:
Acne is a terrible thing that can cause serious problems for an individual including phychological, stress, depression. Please we all need to help each other and take this problem seriously in ordsr to find a cure for all acne lesions such as pimples, discoloration, bumps, scars, enlarged pores. I truly believe there is a cure for acne but there are people who only care about money and not life. Let's help each other solve acne problems. I have enlarged pores, pimples and scarring especially in the middle portion of my face. Please, if someone has the answers to cure this problem email me at bugsybrown_1@yahoo.com. Thank You.

Name: Emily
Country: USA
Comment:
add honey to water to make ur skin soft, smooth and fair looking. If u have big zits or pimples take a toothpaste and listerine to the zit spot before bed. This will make ur zit/pimple smaller and nobody will even know u had one. Wash ur face with olay facial mostrigizer and put olay mostrigizer after washing. If toothpaste doen't work with zits use just plain honey. Do steaming 2 or 3 timed daily. This will work! I am 11 years old and i have zits all over my face. After putting all these things in my face daily,.... Walllllla ur face is clear like a model!!

Name: Emily
Country: USA
Comment:
add honey to water to make ur skin soft, smooth anf fair looking. If u have big zits or pimples take a toothpaste and listerine to the zit spot before bed. This will make ur zit/pimple smaller and nobody will even know u had one. Wash ur face with olay facial mostrigizer and put olay mostrigizer after washing. If toothpast doen't work with zits use just plain honey. Do steaming 2 or 3 timed daily. This will work! I am 11 years old and i have zits all over my face. After putting all these things in my face daily,.... Walll ur face is clear like a model!!

Name: Krystical
Country: USA
Comment:
This is to RUSS! You discust me when you say you have the answer to ance problems..... all you want is money!! Have a little heart these women and men just want to feel better about themselves and all you can think about is money, ... do to a different site, we are here to help eachother not to take eachother's money!

Name: Care Bear
Country: USA
Comment:
hey, iv basicly had all of the problems listed above. But my problem is fixed more on my back and chest area wich realy sucks..it gets u realy depresed. Iv tried over the counter products, iv ben on neutrogena's body scrub it seemed to work but everything has come back to normal. The thing is, breakouts dont usually start because ur "dirty" or because ur not scrubbing enough, its sometimes a problem that starts real deep in the skin, and thats when im guessing u have to take strong pills for. I need suggestions on what to do. Im 15 and bcp is something that sounds pretty harmfull at my age.What should i do? the more i get them the more i scarr and thats what i dont want. email me at latnstraberylips@aol.com if u think u got something that cna help

Name: Josh
Country: USA
Comment:
Acne is caused by the body trying to eliminate toxins through the skin. Take a garlic supplement and a probiotic (acidophilos). Some toxins are created by candida overgrowth in the body. This will control that.

Name: niky
Country: USA
Comment:
hey i know what your going through but hopefully it will get better but if you drink alot of water and wash your face no more than twice a day then it should show a diffrence because the water really helps well good luck and wish me some too :^)

Name: Blemishes Suck
Country: USA
Comment:
Ok. i had acne but noting worked i tried Retin-A Micro and that made it even worse. I found the only way to get rid of acne was to leave them alone and use this great face wash called Phisoderm. nOMG it really works. Don't pop ur pimples or acne cz it leaves blemishes that i am suffering from now. Also the best way to help keep acne or pimples away is changing you pillow case every night or as often as possible. Chocolate does not cause pimples. It was proven by every dermatologist in the state. Hope it works for ya babye!!!!

Name: kitty
Country: USA
Comment:
Hey guys I understand your pain, it sucks. Try and not dwell on it. Drink plenty of water and some people I have found are allergic to the benzol peroxide, like me. Be gentle with your skin and keep telling yourself you're beautiful because deep down inside you know you are no matter what you look like.

Name: Jess
Country: Other
Comment:
I tried proactive and at first it seemed to work but then it started to not. I think WATER is the trick so I'm going to try that. Stress also makes it worse so hang in there.

Name: jas
Country: Malaysia
Comment:
i am having a lot of pimples pores on my face n they r quite big. i am also having a very oily and reddish skin. anyone out there pls pls plssss help me suggest wat should i use to overcome my problem. pls mail me at jaslehl@tm.net.my. i'll be very very thankful to u.

Name: shelby
Country: USA
Comment:
whatever you do dont pick at your pimples. it just makes them bigger and lok alot worse. proaxtive is a joke. dont buy it. use st ives apricot scrup it works wonders

Name: jack
Country: USA
Comment:
i need help with my acne and reddness please email me at rose_bubble2@hotmail.com for a fast and cheap way i heard that the egg yolk helps does it ?

Name: nadia
Country: Zambia
Comment:
Put alittle lemonjuice as in from the fruit on a peice of cottonwool and wipe face leave on for a few minutes if you feel your skin is burnign or itching wash it immediately you should see results in the next two days As a scrub you maize meal make the maize meal into a paste and rub onto face gently it will open your pores and hep reduce clogged pores and less pimples .

Name: holut
Country: USA
Comment:
I have bad acne and getting all these different answers, are egg yolks good, is the sun good, i dont want to go to a doctor or buy any products either!!!!!!!

Name: crazy over zits
Country: USA
Comment:
I am so tired of zits, black heads. Tell me does eggg yoks relly work? EMAIL ME at:mammasgirl3@juno.com

Name: laoneum
Country: Malaysia
Comment:
i have a lot of red marks on my face..after the pimples were healed..is it possible to reduce or remove them?it is so damn embarassing with my reddish face in front of people...i'd tried to use tooth paste,visine,scrub,lemon juice...no one gave a good result...what can i do now?? i am self-abased when i see other people with no pimples and scars..they just look good...HOW??

Name: Rosita
Country: Canada
Comment:
I am half black half white and wether i pop or not it scraes what kinda advice would you have for getting ride of my acne scares I only get pimples when i am stressed but when i do it scare what can i use to get ride of this problem? you can e-mail me back at dawsoncarter411@hotmail.com and let me know and any advice you need I will give you in returne

Name: charlene
Country: Singapore
Comment:
oh yes.. drinking plenty of water helps too. it flushes out the toxic in ur body and keeps ur face radiant

Name: charlene
Country: Singapore
Comment:
minimize the number of times u wash ur face daily. i used to wash mine 4 to 5 times a day and my face turns out super oily cuz it produces the oil to act as the layer of 'protection' over ur face. limit it to 2 or 3 times a day. :)

Name: vicki o@brien
Country: England
Comment:
hay sum1 ene1 r u there

Name: Mark G
Country: Other
Comment:
Listening to all this crap about cures,you cant cure it face the facts not unless you go on Roaccutane which has serious effects(butit did work for me until I came off it)not worth the health risk.However I have learned how to control it and have regained the confidence and lifestyle that I had before I had it. Email me at mkr7@hotmail.com for more details.You can control it with simple procedure

Name: jenni
Country: USA
Comment:
I have hundredes ofthem on my four head i keep popping them iget medicine from the doctor but it still won't work I'M GOING CRAZY

Name: manda panda
Country: Canada
Comment:
this is what i used..(my dad has acne, and i eat alotta junk and if i do this my skin is still sooo clear!!!) i use neutrogena face clothes (in black writing) at night followd by clean and claer cream cleanser then i put on sum clean and clear persa gel (5% benzoyl peroxide) or clearasil acne treatment cream BP plus. then i wait 5 mins and apply biore balancing moisterizor for combonation/oily skin. i sleep then wake up so clear! and i wash my face with clean and clear cream cleanser and apply the zit lotions (i mentioned above) and moisterizer..wait and apply my makeup....even tho i dont have many zits..only some whiteheads it works for me.....but rite now i have 3 HUGE ass zits on my nose....(i get zits like every 4-5months) the reason i get them is because i havent been drinking enuf water and im not eating enuf veggies...but i still and always will eat junk food...but not chips! chips make ance...chocolate and candy dont. try it if u want...i no its alotta products but they work for me in thend it will cost you like 20-30$canadian depending where you shop...WALMART is cheap!!!!i have oily skin....i use claen and clear oil blotting tissues and/or neutrogena pore refining shine control gel...both are awesome!!!

Name: #1 USA
Country: USA
Comment:
THE USA IS THE BEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD! GO USA! WERE #1!

Name: marie
Country: Other
Comment:
what's wrong with open pores in the night. ya'll just saying stuff!! i'm confused. is egg good? is vit a good? wat xactly is good for acne scares!! someone please tell me, i'm really despearte cos' i'm a very fine girl and my friend once told me it's only cos' of the acne on my face which holds people from asking me out!! god i'm desperate!!

Name: kris
Country: USA
Comment:
if you want to stop breaking out do not use anything on your face that has fragrance in it. make sure anything you use like make-up and face wash says fragrance free and you will be ok works for me!

Name: Amanda
Country: USA
Comment:
I have suffered from acne for almost 5 years now. I had it on my face, on my shoulders, on my back, on my chest, and it was severe. In the begining of Febuary this year I made a dermaotoigists appointment and he prescribed Doxycycline 2 100 mgs daily and Yasmin birth control (Hence Acne is a hormonal problem)and Trention some cream form of vitamin a. I hardley ever used the cream cuz it really drys out my face, but I washed my face with a gentle cleanser once or twice a day, and took the medications and it is now August and my face is 100% clear all thats left is acne scars. My back is 80% clear and I have scars there too. I bet if I could reach my back to put cream on it .. it would clear up in a heart beat. I also use oil free cover up to hide the scars. It has acid in it and doesnt make me break out. Before I apply makeup and after I wash I use a gentle oil free moisturizer with spf 15 by neutrogena. In my past I have used several over the counter products, they helped some, but never fully took care of the problem. I strongly beileve in birth control and anit biotics because it really does work. Dont squueze or pick your pimples it can lead to scarring, spread bacteria, and make pimples worse! If you have any questions about acne, or the medications I was taking etc feel free to email me at spearminteyez@aol.com

Name: chicachicK
Country: USA
Comment:
hello my name is veronica and i know how it is haveing pimples, i tried everything and used products in stores like crazy, but let me tell you this putting toothpaste makes it worst and also rubbing lemon on face doesnt make it any better, but makes it worst. my solution is to try Murad its great so far and doesnt matter what type of skin you have. its a 3step solution and it great so far. till this day im using it try it. 1-800-33-Murad. better then PROACTIVE I ALSO USED IT BELIVE ME.

Name: Danny
Country: Malaysia
Comment:
it's easy.adjust an appoiment with a clinic doctor or skin specialist.they'll prescribe u with Antibiotics for acne.it's safe and it takes 3 months to clear up the pimples.really works!!

Name: Sure
Country: USA
Comment:
I have had minor pimples for a while, but they have gotten worse recently. I started using rosewater lotion on my face in the morning, washing 3-4 times a day, and using water with basil leaf juice with lemon juice. My pimples aren't getting worse, but they are certainly not getting better. I also started working out recently. Would that have any thing to do with it. If you know anything about it, please e-mail me at Sure00@aol.com

Name: Mama Orange
Country: Singapore
Comment:
Well for homonal acne.. try Diane 35 a contraceptive pill... and Very Importantly. Pray and tell Lord Jesus all abt your sadness and grief.. pray for healing.. it works!do your part by keeping clean and have faith that CHRISt HEALS ALL WOUNDS.. GOD BLESS!

Name: lorraine
Country: England
Comment:
I had to change my lifestyle to improve my pimple face, its a matter of develpoing a routine and holding to it. Its difficult at first but will become good habits. eat simple foods and avoid rich foods like cakes and refined sugars and deep fried foods. i cut out dairy foods i.e. cheese and the pimples reduced greatly (but make sure you eat other foods containing calcium or take multivit with calcium). Try this for 2 weeks. during the day or every 5 hours when my skin starts to get oily, i pat (not rub) my skin with oil absorber sheets to avoid pore blockage. Steam face, clean then splash face with cold water to close pores 3 times a week. I spent hundreds of pounds on cosmetics that in the end didnt work but the best advise i can give (and i am qualifed to give it cos pimples + acne were a 13 year problem for me) is keep to your routine (cleansing, diet, oil control in the day, skin supplements) dont give up and wait patiently. Treat your skin like a baby, pamper it, respect it and avoid focusing on the current acne cos they will clear up and it is not a lifetime sentance. you are beautiful and have other beautiful features! God bless and lean on Jesus Christ cos He helped me to keep my head up when i wanted to sink and hide from the world.

Name: Goodo
Country: Singapore
Comment:
Stop using all those cleanser if it does not help. Try washing your face with plain water and pad dry. When washing your hair, do not let the shampoo comes in contact with your face. This method work for me and it requires about one week to see results. Try it!

Name: Caroline
Country: England
Comment:
You have to first determine why you have acne, is it because of your diet or hormones. In my case i feel that diet doesn't affect nyour skin unless you are eating extrememly unhealthily. I have been prescribed with all sorts of spot medication from the doctor but most left my skin red or it didnt work. if your a woman the pill really helps if not another good brand of toiletries are clinique they offer the right wash for your type of skin, also exfoliate at least once a week to remove dead skin cells and that should help clear your face faster... dont squeeze spots either!!!

Name: cONNIE
Country: USA
Comment:
WHAT IS THE FASTEST REMEDY FOR REMOVING DEAD SKIN AFTER A SUNBURN? iT HURTS TO MUCH TO USE HARSE EXFOLIANTS

Name: Henry
Country: Australia
Comment:
Foods that prevents acne (my own experience) are: wheatgerm, pumpkin, eggs, mungbeans, carrots, champignon mushrooms, and parsley and dates. Do not eat oily foods and sugary foods. Do not eat too much carbohydrates and sugar. Have a balanced diet. Don't have oily meat including oily fish. No margarine, no butter, no white bread or potatoes. Wash face regularly especially before sleeping. Wash face with cold water to avoid open spores.

Name: Know my stuff
Country: USA
Comment:
1. Use a 2.5% benzoyl peroxide treatment on your face every day. Do it twice a day if you have it bad. It will make your face red the first time you use it, so use it at bedtime. Always use lotion afterwards. 2. If you don't like benzoyl peroxide, use tea tree oil. It has a strong smell, so you might also want to use this at bedtime. It won't dry your skin like the benzoyl peroxide, and it still works.

Name: danny
Country: England
Comment:
i would like 2 say that most of the suggestions on here are rubbish infact they can make it worse,i had bad acne so i went to my doctor and he perscribed me with oxytetracycline tablets and a cream called panoxyl this is the best cream u can get TRUST ME,u can only get it on perscription tho,it cleared my spots up in just a few weeks!! the only thing now of course is i got reddish marhs were my acne was so if anyone nows how to help them go quicker can you email me plz thanx xtremedanny@nbabasketball.fsnet.co.uk

Name: guy
Country: USA
Comment:
guys i heard if u spank your a lot it causes it real bad so dont beat your meat i am going to quit drink lots of water wash my face 2 a day use face cream see if it works

Name: zite face
Country: USA
Comment:
yall i read all of your ideaes i just dont no and i have it on my armes back face neck every ware i am about to give up

Name: Josh Tucker
Country: E