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What makeup usually covers the red bumps? I know it's acne. But it's just RED, no i don't pick or pop at them. I use moisturizer and wait a few minutes because if i do it 10-15 mins later, my makeup cracks. like my face is dry or i used too much makeup o.o My skin is combination though. I dont know what to do use. I tried using concealer, foundation, powder but the red just shows right through and i look weird with lots of makeup on. I see other girls that cover them up nicely. I don't know how to do it.

Don't use make up. It will make it worse! You have acne because your pores are clogged, and makeup is an excellent pore-clogger. Put down the cosmetics RIGHT NOW. Start washing your face daily with hot water and regular soap, if that doesn't work get Phisoderm or Clearasil. If you still have problems, see a doctor. There are prescription creams that help really well. Makeup will do a lot of damage, you want your face to be healthy as well as beautiful. Later, when you have the acne under control, you can still wear makeup. But don't keep it on for a long time, and beware that it may cause breakouts (which can be controlled). Good luck.

-Lea

EDIT, in response to your feedback: So you go to a DOCTOR. It can be cured with medicine. Yes, makeup does make it worse--that's a fact of life. And even if didn't, covering it up still isn't going to benefit you.

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(Rating: 4) I've always had acne.. it doesn't make it worse. I'm using good acne products so I haven't broken out. It's just that these red bumps wont go away. I just started using makeup a few months ago. I tried the hot water and soap- broke out, I used those two products and broke out.

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