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cystic acne
How do I get rid of it? I have a lot by my cheeks. I've been putting medication on it that contains Benzoyl Peroxide 5%. It's just like a random outburst. It doesn't bother me that much, but it does hurt. It's somewhat itchy in that area and ow?
How long will it take to go away? Any secrets to make it bring to a white head?
salicylic acid vs. benzoyl peroxide ?
I have both medication tubes. What works better? My skin is sensitive but I haven't used any medication or face washes in about a year, so my skin doesn't get irritated as badly as before. like angry red skin, you know?
any tips, please!
I don't have a lot of money. So something cheap or any home remedy. No toothpaste cuz that's gross & it dries my skin out. seriously doesnt do anything. don't suggest proactive either, i know how good it works. i'm not rich..
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Does your family have health insurance? If so... It would be best to visit a dermatologist. If he/she prescribes medication ask for a generic brand. Generic brands are just as effective as name brands and they are a lot cheaper. For example, I used to spend a total of $10 for sixty days worth of medication.
If you have sensitive skin I would avoid using most over-the-counter products. My experience was that OTC products were usually too harsh and caused my acne to become worse. When I asked my dermatologist about OTC products he recommended Aveeno, Cetaphil, and Dove. Gentle cleansers work best... If you use any type of OTC cream or gel please use sparingly. Also, you might want to try putting it on at night and then not re-applying for a couple days. As your skin builds a tolerance to the cream/gel you can apply more often but increase gradually.
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If it is truly cystic acne- it means that there is an infection on your skin. Usually (and I know you don't want to hear this), but we give an oral and sometimes a topical antibiotic, which most insurance will cover with a physician's prescription.
Benzoyl Peroxide can be very drying to the skin .Salicyclic acid is very good to use to help clear some of that infection and I usually recommend that over the Peroxide. Also, another thing is to use a very gentle and mild soap with no fragrances. Dermatologists usually recc Ivory or the like- glycerin type soap is also very good. Do not use heavy moisturizers.
However, if you do want to get rid of the acne without scarring (which unfortunately I have b/c, well longer story), it is best to get an antibiotic cream and oral antibiotics. Also, VItamin A + E help with general skin health.
Best of luck.
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