hi acne suffress

I know you probably have heard it all. I found out that if you use a mild cleanser--and yes, Dawn dishwashing liquid can be used, that it clears up. I accidentally found out because I got poison ivy recently and had to use it to get the poison oils out. 3 days later I was clear. And I have the acne that hides under the skin, making my face red and sore and then it erupts. The other thing is to get as much air and sunlight on the face as possible. My dermatologist told me that I could continue using Dawn--it has to be dawn--and go tanning about 5 minutes everyday or 10 every other day. It helps dry out the skin and tone it. I also used Proactiv, but I found out that you have to use it all the time. I thought after it cleared my skin I could stop using it and a week later it was worse than ever. Keep your face clean, but don't scrub. Wash with a cleanser in the evening, and then just a clean damp cloth when you get up. Another drying technique is the paste--toothpaste. It does quick fixes and it doesn't smell bad! Hope this helps honey, I definatly know what you are going through. Please keep me posted on your progress. These are inexpensive ways to do it. If it gets worse call the derm and get an anti-inflamatory (motrin) and an antibiotic just for this. Best of luck!!

Hey Lisa :) One thing that seemed to work for me was a honey/aloe vera mask. You can either put an equal amount of each in the mix, or a little more honey. But after you make the mask, keep it on for 30 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. And then after it is all washed off, you should spalsh some cold water on your face to tighten the pores up a little bit. Do the honey/vera mask about 2 times a week, 30 minutes each time. You can also try sleeping with the mask on, but obvisouly that can be very messy and uncomfortable!!

I've tried the Body SHop's tea tree oil products as well and though it provided temporary relief, it wasn't enough. I really got clear skin thanks to Proactiv. I used the line for three years or so before I finally stopped. When I stopped, my acne came back. I've been trying out different new products and so far only Benzac wash has worked for me. Aside from a good facial cleanser, you should also exercise and get enough sleep for your skin to look healthy. :)

hai lisa... no kidding, i am also suffering from the acne on my face. my solution is i clean my face with warm water everymorning and using Himalaya product for my skin care. It works well on my face. U get the details on internet about himalaya product, it's make from herbal. U can try it..no harm