Say Goodbye to Acne

There’s really a huge concern for numerous men and women here in the US that it is one of the top reasons for teenagers, preteens and adults to visit dermatologists in search of acne treatments that will actually work.

The appearance of our skin is so important, and this ideal has only been reinforced by the images we see of movie stars with pristine complexions and the oft-printed notion that (women especially) with glowing, flawless complexions are our society’s ideal of beauty and grace.

There is just something about that flawless complexion that makes those that suffer from occasional or chronic acne search the globe for treatments that will really take the acne away and lead them on their way to clear, healed and healthy looking skin. I can remember my feelings of helplessness when I had bad to moderate acne in my teens, trying any number of solutions only to be mostly disappointed in the end.

I would have given anything to enjoy the blemish free complexion that so many of my friends seemed to enjoy, and yet the answer remained elusive to me until I was an adult and learned about all of the excellent alternative treatments I could use as well as how my diet and lifestyle could clear my skin faster and more efficiently than some of the most potent medical treatments in some cases.

Little did I know at that time, mostly because the internet was not nearly as sophisticated, and barely used back then, the plethora of acne cures, treatments, ointments, creams, lotions, devices and diet and lifestyle plans that could clear up my acne if I’d only had the benefit of enlightenment that this vast network of information had to offer information seekers.

However, today is the present, and I’m pretty much acne free, so there’s no use crying over spilled milk as they say. Nowadays, I’m reading about some extremely interesting, unorthodox treatments for acne that have seemed to work for many individuals, of course to varying degrees, and thought it fun to share some of the more unusual treatment methods with you here today.

The most interesting and certainly dubious if ever there was one, acne treatment I’ve read about, is one that is not an acne treatment at all, but rather one of those happenstance “discoveries” of a totally unrelated substance to acne treatment that is found to be a good topical antidote to acne. It’s actually a sexual lubricant used in Cambodia for condoms commonly used by those in the sex trade for protection against STD’s called Number One Plus.

Many have testified that this lubricant, when applied topically to acne problem areas, actually dries up acne lesions fairly quickly. There is really no explanation for how someone happened to find this out, but I suppose we can just use our imaginations on that one!

Another interesting and unusual acne treatment I’ve heard of throughout my years of research is the topical application of toothpaste on acne lesions. I tried this one and it didn’t work for me, but my own father swore that it helped him clear up acne spots when he was in his teens, and I did also have one friend who said this technique worked for her, but she emphasized that it had to be a white paste type, not blue or clear or a gel.

Another rather interesting treatment that is supposed to be therapeutic for acne as well as other common skincare woes is one that is performed by an asian-inspired beauty salon that gives facials that are made with ingredients that include nightingale droppings. Yes, you read that right – bird poop as a skin care remedy! Still, they swear that this stuff works, so who are we to judge unless we try it?

Here is one that I actually like and also believe it has merit and works as I had tried it back in my more experimental (and desperate) days. It’s an egg white mask. What you do is take the white of a raw egg, separated of course from the yolk, and you rub it on your face just like you would any other type of skin mask that you buy in a store. You let the egg white dry on your face, then rinse it off.

It leaves your skin feeling baby soft and smooth and is supposed to have soothing, therapeutic effects on skin that is affected by acne, which is often inflamed and irritated. This is one of the best and cheapest ways to pamper yourself a bit and give yourself a little salon treatment without spending the money. Just watch you don’t let the egg drip off your face!

By: Danna Schneider

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If you are experiencing pimple redness and would like to learn how to reduce the redness of pimples fast, then read this collection of favorite home remedies and tips:

1. Avoid the urge to pick, pop or squeeze a pimple. This could cause the spread of bacteria and you could end up with a permanent scar.

2. To reduce the redness of a pimple, apply ice to the area every half hour. You should hold the ice on the affected area for about 2 minutes. The ice will reduce the swelling and can help with any pain you might be experiencing. Now use a makeup concealer with a tint of green to remove redness and hide the pimple.

3. Apply a mixture of crushed aspirin and water to the affected area.

4. Apply a drop or two of Visine eye drops to the pimple.

5. Take some ibuprofen and swab the pimple with alcohol. It takes a couple of hours for the ibuprofen to kick it, but it relieves the pain and shrinks the swelling.

6. If you’re in need of a quick fix, applying a bit of toothpaste to the affected area right before bed can help soothe pain and reduce redness.

7. Pressing and holding a wet tea bag or a cotton ball with a dab of lemon juice against the blemish for five minutes can reduce swelling and redness.

Remember, the best way to control pimples is through prevention. It is important to cleanse your skin 2 – 3 times per day to remove dirt, oil, makeup and dead skin cells. A moisturizer should also be used, if you are using any acne products like benzoyle peroxide to maintain the skin’s moisture.

By: Eileen Childs

Since acne is considered a universal problem of all kinds and ages, there are a lot, as in A LOT, of products out there designed to eradicate those pesky pimples. Here, we have outlined them for your picking.

Acne Product Number 1: Astara Blue Flame Purification Mask

Masks are originally made to hide the face but this mask is just the opposite of that. Wear this mask and your pimple dilemmas are soon over! This mask eradicates pimples and even helps in preventing them. Soothing and refreshing, this mask takes only 15 minutes of your time and you’re on your way to healthy skin.

Acne Product Number 2: PhytoMe Acne Gel

The acne product that effectively tackles pustules, whiteheads and even blackheads! It has a non-drying component that helps that skin relax. This super acne gel can take even the hardest and badest pimples ever to exist in your face. Just use regularly to help even avoid breakouts in the future.

Acne Product Number 3: Neutrogena Cooling Gel Mask

This mask is not intended to cure exciting break outs. This cooling gel mask is designed to rejuvenate and clean the skin and if used regularly will help minimize the pores thus helping in controlling acne. It feels refreshing and soothing to the face and it really does a good job of cleaning the skin.

Acne Product Number 4: Acne Dry Spot

This acne product is a night worker. Applied in the inflamed area before going to bed, it zaps those pesky zits as you sleep. Especially made for those existing zits only so don’t make a mistake of applying them on unaffected areas or else ending up damaging your skin. If you see a zit about to be born, put a little amount of this baby and the zits would be aborted even before they are fully born.

Acne Product Number 5: Biore Blemish Bomb

True to its name, this acne product truly is a bomb. For only as little as two days you can now zap your problem zits into oblivion. Applied as a liquid then dries up to form a protective cover around your acne for overnight “bombing”. Once morning come, peel away the protective patch to uncover a much smaller version of your problem.

Acne Product Number 6: pHisoderm 4-Way Daily Acne Cleanser Get your money’s worth in this acne product. A four in one combination, it is a toner, cleanser and a zit fighter to boot! Will clear the problematic area in just a few weeks if applied twice daily. It also helps reduce the recurrence of having pimples again by unclogging pores. Compatible for all types of skin and will not cause dryness and irritation.

Acne Product Number 7: DDF BP Gel 5% with Tea Tree Oil

Nature and medical science teamed up to fight your acne in this product! Highly effective, these product is bound to obliterate all zits in your face in just a matter of days and it also helps fight off new and attempting break outs. Drying may be felt at first but just follow the instructions on the dot to avoid skin irritation and redness.

Acne Product Number 8: Derma Clear

Again, another multi used product. This acne zapping wonder not only do pimple zapping, it also cleanse and rejuvenate the skin if used daily and continuously. Just follow the instructions on the dot and this product will do wonder for your skin

By: Kirsten Hawkins

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