How do you get rid of your acne?

United States
October 4, 2009 5:24pm CST
Well, I hate hate hate hate hate hate hate hate hate, did I mention HATE my acne. Any suggestions as to get rid of it? I've heard of toothpaste working but I've also heard of it not working and burning your skin, so does that work? How about the whole washing your face think. Is that really as important as everyone says it is?
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@maezee (41988)
• United States
4 Oct 09
I say try Proactiv's 3 step face washes. You can usually get a set from between $10-$20, and it works for a lot of people. Not everyone, but a good amount of them. Otherwise, visiting your dermatologist never hurts! They might be able to prescribe you some prescription acne medication that will help more than over-the-counter stuff.
@lilaclady (28207)
• Australia
4 Oct 09
when I was young I used to dab methylated spirits on them to dry them up and then I used to put the oil from Vitamin E capuals on them to clear my skin...I guess you should really find out if it is a hormonal thing, I used to just get the occasional one coming up so if it is severe might be good to find out why...