Comments on: What You Need To Know About Adult Acne

By: Kelly Archer

Kelly Archer — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:39:55 +0000

I just stumbled upon your blog today because I’m a long-time reader of Food Blogga. I was reading this post and learned something new! Is it really true that Pantene has been linked to acne? It all makes so much sense, now!!

Please tell me, is there a shampoo and/or conditioner that you recommend?

By: Jordan

Jordan — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:17:20 +0000

Thanks for the tips, my adult acne is worse than when I was a teenager. I’m glad to know what can cure my acne and the foods I should avoid, but I do love my carbs! Any other natural acne cures you can recommend?

By: Cheryl

Cheryl — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 01:03:26 +0000

I have to say that finally… finally I hear a dermatologist saying that (cow’s) milk causes acne! I used to have very, very bad acne and when I removed milk products from my diet, about 50% of the acne went away.. So everybody out there with severe acne: try giving up all milkproducts for two weeks and see where it takes you.

By: Stefanie

Stefanie — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 12:10:46 +0000

Try Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Wash (2% Salicylic Acid) I stopped Birth Control too and previously haven’t had a pimple for 20 years. It didn’t start right away but gradually got worse around my chin and sides of face. I tried Benzoyl Peroxide even dot sized amounts would cause me itching and redness/dryness. This Neutrogena product which you can get at the drugstore is not too drying and it really made my skin feel great within 1 week. I have been putting (proactiv’s toner) on after (this didn’t help on its own) and Dove’s non-pore blocking daycream with 2 drops of tea tree oil. I know it’s helping because I haven’t gone this long without a pimple in 5-6 months. Best of luck.

By: Elisa

Elisa — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 02:58:18 +0000

Hey – so, all this is fabulous, but what if you have non-inflamed acne (soft closed comedones) All Over Your Face? I’ve heard that glycolic acid, and others like it, don’t really work for those? And combine that with sensitive skin, so that “rubbing” really just makes things worse. Advice???

By: Sue

Sue — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:26:28 +0000

It just isn’t fair!

You enjoy a few decades of relatively clear skin then you get to the age where you don’t need birth control pills any longer. You’re so right. Acne.

Then, you work out a skin care sytem that seems to work and WHAM. Pre-menopause strikes. Then menopause. Then post menopause. Next thing you know, it’s been 15 years of fighting acne outbreaks! All when you thought you were old enough that ance would never plague you again!

I have found that adjusting my skin care regimen (especially during the changes of the seasons) helps to prevent outbreaks. It’s a matter of adapting to not only environmental changes but to internal changes as well. Stress, good diet, exercise all are helpful prevenatative measures along with drinking plenty of good old fashion water!

By: Ariel

Ariel — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 23:00:59 +0000

Finally! A doctor who agrees that quitting birth control can cause acne. I swear every doctor I’ve talked to about it has looked at me like I was crazy.

By: Jackie

Jackie — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:50:50 +0000

I had acne as a kid but my acne as an adult always seemed to be worse. I didn’t know what to do. I had tried everything under the sun. My mom gave me a gift certificate to get a Skin Print. They take images of your skin and measure PH, Moisture and a few other things. Then they developed a skin care routine for me and my skin. My face looks great now.

By: Tucson Dermatology

Tucson Dermatology — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 22:38:18 +0000

Agreed with using mild chemical exfoliate, but also make sure to try a Beta Hydroxy Acid for relief from acne.

By: Ben

Ben — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 22:37:23 +0000

I agree with using mild chemical exfoliate, but also make sure to try a Beta Hydroxy Acid for relief from acne.