by TooBossE on October 22nd, 2007

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I am 29 and still get crazy pimples. I don't touch my face, so that is not the problem. I eat really healthy, so that's not the problem. Any idea how to fix me?

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by lady fuschia on October 22nd, 2007
See a doctor. If over the counter treatments and good diet aren't solving the problem by now then they're not going to.
A doctor can prescribe medication which will help deal with the root cause of the problem and solve it for good.
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- Yep, I agree. Good advice.
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  by Carmella on October 23rd, 2007
- Thanks, so true. Clearly its not gonna happen since it hasn't yet!
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  by TooBossE on October 23rd, 2007
- At 29 it's quite likely to be a problem only the Doctor can help with - they can give very effective treatments though- I've seen people with really bad acne have it clear up completely after a few months.
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  by lady fuschia on October 24th, 2007
- At 29 (certainly in England) you'd probably be fast tracked to Roaccutane. They tend to be more generous with it once you get into your mid twenties, and while it's very potent, it really does clear everything up. I'm due for a course in January.
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by Wickels on October 22nd, 2007
It could be stress caused. If you haven't been to a dermatoligist yet, make an appointment. It also could be as simple as changing you facial soap. Maybe you are having a reaction to it.
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by Thriftymaid on October 18th, 2009
Just go to a dermatologist -- that's what they are for.
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- I was about to say the same thing lol. (makes me think of the commercial where the pharmacist tells the kid camping in the drug store to go see the doctor)
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by another other on October 22nd, 2007
No drying soap! First of all, Proactiv. No s***. Do it. Follow all the steps. Second, dermatologist -- something on the inside. I'm on a hormone (not estrogen, something really light -- it's actually a water pill ... I'm not sure how it works). Don't do antibiotics because you will lose your resistance to bacterial infections. Also, there is always Acutane, which can damage the liver so you have to do frequent blood tests. Once you've done steps one and two start going to an aesthetician for bi-weekly facial peels (glycolic or salicylic or lactic) ... that will help tons, but make sure you go somewhere that's licensed and that works under the supervision of the doctor. Do those things and all will be well. Don't use soap.
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- I actually tried Proactiv for almost 6 months. I have really dry skin on most of my face and it actually burned me. It made me constantly red and uncomfortable. I also didn't find that it did too much in the way of fixing me. But you have great advice, especially about the water pill.. I find that when I do drink over 8 glasses of water a day, I feel better, I glow a bit, etc. And I did hear that about Acutane, my problem isn't bad enough to sacrifice another organ. Thank you for your help!
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  by TooBossE on October 23rd, 2007
- haha. def not. I avoid that pill too. If your medicine is too strong, make sure you're using a moisturizer. You can put a moisturizer on on top of whatever medicine you're using at night or day. You may be overdrying. Overdrying causes the skin to produce more oil to make up for what is being lost and ends up breaking out your skin ... it's a vicious cycle. It's all about keeping a balance.
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  by another other on October 23rd, 2007
- That just makes a ridiculous amount of common sense. I am so totally over-dry.. Just with anything, your body compensates for inadequacies. So, it has always seemed so bizarre to me that my skin is so dry, to the point that I am peeling year round, yet after a day I begin to break out. My body is fighting back. I really think this is the key. Thank you so much for making me think!
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  by TooBossE on October 24th, 2007
- Someone else did that for me. I got a stress break out about a year ago. Started using hella products to get rid of it. Got huge, enoromous pimples like I had NEVER gotten before. I just made it worse. Now, I have scars and may have to get laser treatments to get rid of them if the mild chem peels don't work. I definitely reccommend getting peels. They help keep it under control.
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  by another other on October 24th, 2007
- A 40% glycolic peel (really light, no redness or recovery time)runs me about 40-55 dollars depending on where I go. Look on about.com for info on scar/acne treatments. Sometimes I forget to moisturize and that's when I break out. Especially now that the weathers getting dryer and brisker. Also, proactiv has light formula for sensitive skins. If you go to proactiv.com, you can find a proactiv mall location. They can help.
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  by another other on October 24th, 2007
- All news to me! Wonderful! I had no idea about the sensitive Proactiv.. And I have heard about the peels, friend of mine is an estetician and constantly trying to get me to go. I have heard of so many horror stories about burning and redness that I have always declined. Really no recovery, huh? Good to know!
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  by TooBossE on October 24th, 2007
- If you get the strong peels, there can be danger. Definitely read more about it and only do what you're comfortable with but the light ones are something totally different. That's good you have a friend in the biz! S/he can help you lots, I'm sure.
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by Bad Squirrel on October 22nd, 2007
Use a more drying soap and wash your face every day. See a dermatologist if it persists.
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by kristy on October 18th, 2009
Your hormones is causing this problem. I'm having the same problem. The only time my skin was awesome is when I was pregnant and taking prenatal vitamins. Now thats all gone and my skin is right back to looking like i'm going through puberty. At 28!!! I'm gonna try just taking prenatal vitamins again even though I'm not pregnant.If this doesnt work then I'll have to go to a doctor.
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by vandana chaudhary on October 23rd, 2009
See a dermatologist and endocronologist..sometimes some hormonal disbalance may also cause acne.
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by Anonymous on October 23rd, 2009
It would be better to consult a dermatologist as home made remedies or over the counter skin ointments are not going to help.You can also refer to following website which mentions about certain precautions you should take.

http://beautifulglow.blogspot.com/
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by Wickels on October 22nd, 2007
It could be stress caused. If you haven't been to a dermatoligist yet, make an appointment. It also could be as simple as changing you facial soap. Maybe you are having a reaction to it.
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