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Keeping Your Skin Clean, Clear, and Acne Free

From Tracee Cornforth, About.com GuideDecember 16, 2003

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How Should People With Acne Care for Their Skin?
Acne is a problem experienced by women and men of all ages, although it is generally thought of as a condition of the young. Use these simple tips to learn how to prevent acne at any age.
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January 16, 2008 at 10:07 pm
(1) Acne issues :

Just ask your dermatologist. It’s really the best way to get the most current advice. I ended up having to be put on a acne pill to reduce my acne.

March 28, 2008 at 9:13 pm
(2) Haha :

Haha a ugly fat white bitch is the last person I need telling me how to clear my skin. Why don’t you try a diet? My skin is perfecly clear thanks to Proactive. Try that, your advise is garbage.

April 5, 2008 at 8:12 am
(3) my2cents :

proactive is not for everyone and does not always work! i tried it and it only broke me out more. its very hard on sensitive skin. when leaving a comment be respectful or keep your mouth shut.

April 19, 2008 at 11:21 am
(4) tiredofacne :

I agree with the my2scense..Proactive broke my skin out to i have very sensitive skin..i couldn’t even swim in swimming pools because my skin is to sesitive..one thing that is helping me for sensative skin is biore! It is amazing Go to your local store and its anywhere to be found..Usually in a green and pink decorated box..and Not EXPENSIVE!!

October 17, 2008 at 9:52 pm
(5) alwayszanangel :

some people can also use a more natural way to clear the skin like maybe drinking more spring water and eating healthier like less fried foods and other junk foods and i havent used Proactiv but i heard it was good but i would like to use it sometime

November 9, 2008 at 9:44 pm
(6) janet :

acne will clear up if you give it time the right products can really help. Image skin care has a great acne line that is professional and medicated. Only you can get from an aesthetician’s office. also If you invest in acne treatments from a esthetician, you will be sure to clear in 2 months. invest in your face everyone has to look at it. and you have to live with it. seek help from a professional skin care therapist. ask about the BLUE LIGHT TREATMENTS that KILL BACTERIA>

February 21, 2009 at 1:19 pm
(7) buttercup :

On the proactive commercial there are some people on it with acne with ine color and no acne with a diffrent eye color. i HAVE WANTED TO TRIE IT BUT I DONT KNOW IF IT WILL WORK. i HAVE TRIEND A LOT OF STUFF. i ahve used good skin at kmart its okay for 12.00 then clersial ultra, equate at walmart, clan and claer sea breze plz somebody tell me what to use i need help I am in the 7 grade. I think i have big poreses and most of them are scared up since i didnt pop them. I only geit a few at a time. does proactive help with getting scared up pimples. And how too get rid of white heads under eyes an lip

March 7, 2009 at 7:10 pm
(8) Sandra :

If you want to try Proactive, try Acne-Free kit sold at most stores or pharmacies for just under $20. It says it works like Acne-Free and it does. It is amazing and if done as directed really works. At first really dried my skin to point of peeling like after sunburn, but that usually stops within a couple of days and acne stops developing immediately. Like anything, it might not work for everyone, but it’s worth a shot if considering Proactive which is more expensive.

March 24, 2009 at 1:17 pm
(9) Kenz :

I actually found that it works to put raw potato slices on your face to remove blemishes, and scars… what have you got to loose, other than acne?

May 12, 2009 at 3:27 pm
(10) girlfran :

that chick is a bitch

June 13, 2009 at 11:46 am
(11) Ashlee :

Allow your skin to be ‘moisture free’ at times. Wash it a number of tiumes with a good soap then leave it (do when going to bed) this allows the pimples to ‘dry up’ Then, get something good from a pharmacist/dermatologist to remove the spots that might be left.

June 15, 2009 at 4:40 pm
(12) Shannen Sanchez :

Hi. I have been using so many products to clear my skin and I am so tired of trying to wait and wait till my face clears up like what they show on magazines, tv commercials, and famous artists. I need help in finding what REALLY does work on my skin to clear my skin faster! It’s crucial :(
I’ve already used products since I was in the 7th grade. Clearasil, Neutrogena, Olay, Ponds, etc. I seriously, SERIOUSLY need help. Plz n thnx!

June 20, 2009 at 5:20 pm
(13) Paula :

Hello all,

I am no expert nor am I on here to sell any products but I use to have bad acne for years.

My advice is simple and inexpensive

1) Get plenty of sleep and drink water

2) Don’t worry and enjoy life – very important

3) Eat healthier

4) Stop using acne products facewash – just use a very gentle soap to wash your skin. I have come to believe (just experience and not medical or scientific based) that a lot of products out there can make the acne worse.

I hope this helps – it won’t work for everyone but it has worked for me.

July 13, 2009 at 4:12 pm
(14) Shannon :

I used Therasol from Vital Solutions to clear up my acne problems. It worked without any side effects. I am currently sharing the device with my teenage brother since I don’t need it very much anymore – only using it when I get paranoid about an impending zit.

December 24, 2009 at 1:29 am
(15) Tami :

I’m suffering from acne and I have tried many products. Right now the clinique 3 step skin care system is really helping me. You can find you skin type by asking one of the workers at the counter. They will give you 3 products according to your results. Also, be sure to have a nice sunscreen that isn’t very thick. I use a clarins sunscreen. It’s really thin and doesn’t cause me any acne. I hope this helps :]

February 25, 2010 at 1:36 pm
(16) sparkle :

Proactiv is crap. It made my skin worst

March 17, 2010 at 7:20 am
(17) Bradley :

Proactiv is crap indeed, you can try holistically cure it. That’s the most effective way to cure acne.

March 17, 2011 at 3:02 am
(18) Yo Mama :

use lemon juice amd heat your face with a pot with water and put a towel over your head while putting your face insde the pot

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