whats the quickest way to get rid of acne scars?
Wednesday, September 8th, 2010 at
11:41 am
I’m sixteen. And i have acne on my face and back. Its not severe but its embarrassing. Both have scars on them. I use to have chest acne but for some reason it went away thank goodness(: my questions are how do i AT LEAST get rid of the scars? Also how can i get rid of body acne? Will it go away on its own when im older? Its only on the upper part of my back (shoulders) Thaaanks (:
Home remedies please, ive used proactiv it doesnt work like it used to.
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for face:
Neutrogena Deep Clean: Ideal for normal to oily complexions, remove dirt, oil and makeup also removes dead skin cells. do this 3 times in week
Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash.
it works for me and it take 4-5 days acne gone i do once a day now my face is acne free
tips: when i feel pimple come up i wash my face with Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash until it gone
for acne, whitehead and blackhead look ingredients in products
Salicylic Acid: is ideal for unclogging pores and treating blackheads and whiteheads, Bbenzoyl Peroxide: is ideal for acne it kills the bacteria in the pores that cause inflammation and acne.
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try products :NeutrogenaOil-Free AcneWash
Acne treatments such as benzoyl peroxide, topical antibiotics, alpha- and beta-hydroxy acid creams, and tretinoin
For acne-prone skin, try one of these:
* Clinique’s Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam
* Clean & Clear Advantage Acne Cleanser
* Topix Benzoyl Peroxide 5% Wash
pro active D:
Even though there isnt a food that has been proven to cause acne sometimes food does affect your skin. For example when i eat pizza my face tends to get more oily. I would recommend drinking more water(this helped me A LOT) and less sodas. Try to eat foods with less grease.
Also, washing your face once or twice a day can help prevent acne. I like Clean and Clear’s oil free foaming facial cleanser because it’s gentle but prevents acne. For on the spot treatments i dot hot water over newly formed pimples at night and place toothpaste over them and in a 1-3 days they go away(make sure to do it every night). If you have had pimples in an area for a long time apply a product with 10% benzol peroxide. Apply a thin layer of it once a day for a week then twice a day for 2 weeks(3 weeks total or 4 weeks if needed) but this can dry your skin so be sure to moisturize. Don’t put benzol peroxide all over your face though, only on spots like your forehead or chin. For acne on your back make sure to wear shirts that arent too tight and to wash your back with soap or with a body acne wash. If you still cant get rid of the acne get help from a doctor.
For your acne scars you need to eat a lot of fruits and vegetables because of the vitamins they have. Some that i recommend eating a are oranges, and lemons. Drink about a glass of lemon juice a day if you want to. You can also exfoliate about once a week(dead skin cells are there to protect the new cells at the bottom so you dont want to exfoliate more than once a week!). Applying honey, lemon juice, egg whites, pineapple, tomatoes, or aloe vera to your acne scars can help sometimes. For oily skin use lemon juice not honey.
Hope this helped!
Acne
Maintain a routine. Most acne treatments take time to work. It usually takes between two and eight weeks before you see any significant improvement, so you are going to have to be patient. Once you’ve gotten your acne cleared up, it’s important to continue with the treatment that’s working so it does not return.
If all else fails, contact a doctor. Mild antibiotics that are available only by prescription can help reduce acne. Keep in mind though, that the widespread overuse (taking antibiotics when you really don’t need them or for something they don’t treat) and misuse (not taking medication for the specified amount of time) of antibiotics has led to the development of multiple antibiotic resistant bacteria. That means that the antibiotics won’t work for the things they used to (including your acne).
Keep hair off of your face if at all possible. If you want to keep your bangs, then consider taking showers regularly or keeping your forehead clean with oil-dabbing cloths / clean tissues / etc.
Get good sleep. Stress increases your skin’s oiliness, which, combined with sweat and dirt, can clog pores and cause pimples. (Change your pillowcase frequently.)
Acne medications may cause your skin to initially break out worse than before because all FDA-approved acne medications (benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, and sulphur ) are causing your skin to regenerate faster. This brings existing acne pimples already under your skin (but not visible yet) to the surface, which in turn causes a massive but fortunately temporary break out. Give the medications time to work — about one to two weeks — and you will notice a big difference in the quality of your skin.
Are you after a fast way to get rid of acne scarring? This article will discuss top tips to get rid of acne scarring fast naturally. Keep reading to get instant access to my FREE acne report.
One of the top priorities for people suffering from unbearable acne conditions is how to get rid of acne fast – and naturally, if possible. This becomes even more important when your acne breakouts are in noticeable areas of your face where they are easily recognizable.
There is not one remedy to get rid of acne fast, there are actually a number of methods and tips to help acne sufferers get rid of acne both fast and naturally, without having to use any potentially harmful acne medicines or prescription creams.
One tip for getting rid of acne scarring is to be sure to drink a lot of water. It is frequently stated that one of the best ways to start getting rid of acne scarring naturally is to avoid coke and other soft drinks and to drink a lot of water instead.
Why water is so useful in helping get rid of acne is that it hydrates the skin if you drink a healthy amount of around 8 glasses a water daily. By avoiding water dead skin cells trigger acne breakouts as they’ve not been shed from the skin effectively.
Another way to help get rid of acne is by taking supplements. Frequently the foods we eat don’t contain all the necessary vitamins and minerals that are ideal for daily recommended levels and taking a supplement of some kind can greatly assist with the appearance of one’s skin.
Other than water and vitamins another way to get rid of acne is to reduce the amount of stress that you are under. Although there has been no conclusive finding that stress can result in acne breakouts it is likely that it can trigger acne after a person’s teenage years. What happens when a person is stressed is that they emit cortisol, a hormone known to worsen acne.
Another way to get rid of acne is by starting and maintaining an exercise program. Not only will this help with the tone of your body but it will leave you feeling relaxed.
Another factor that plays an important role in getting rid of acne scarring fast is being aware of the foods that you are eating. Some dermatologist believe there is a connection with food while others are yet to be convinced. However, new studies have shown that refined carbs and sugars in the diet can actually trigger acne. In order to get rid of acne naturally it is best to avoid carbs, sugars and refined foods from the diet and to focus more on natural unprocessed foods like fruits and vegetables. A great snack for between meals is nuts and seeds.