What's happened to MY FACE?!?

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  • suziecue66
    suziecue66 Posts: 1,312 Member
    Try probiotics and zinc.
  • Jenn09870
    Jenn09870 Posts: 66 Member
    Of course, see a Doctor if you have the means to and you'd like to fix this.

    Now, just information on what has worked for me:

    I have Rosacea on both my cheeks. They actually sell a product OTC called Prosacea. It helped me a lot, but smelled pretty strong.
    Right now, no visible spots, but when it's in full force I look like I've gone really heavy with the bright pink blush on the "apples" of my cheeks. Luckily mine is pretty even on both sides so it does look intentional and I can even it out pretty well with makeup when it is flared up.
    Mine has almost completely gone for right now, but I've had it forever or at least since I was in my early teens so I don't think it is gone for good.

    I also have the occasional break out, usually with one big eruption but occasionally they have brought friends.
    I noticed with me when i was younger that I would get a pimple, think I wasn't washing my face enough, panic and wash it more and then break out again, then gradually more and worse. Personally I think that for some people the problem is dry skin and when they fight the zits with most of the OTC acne creams and liquids and extra face washing it makes their skin drier and their problem worse.

    Now I make sure I follow any face cleansing with a good moisturizer, breakouts are rare. Skip moisturizer too long, I get a giant reminder. I usually use Aveeno positively ageless, but I think any good face moisturizer would work, and do a little research- if it makes your skin feel greasy it isn't a good one.

    Seems like it couldn't hurt, but as I said before a Doctor would be a good idea.

    Btw- proactive is deep cleaning products followed with a moisturizer, basically strip everything off your face and then use their moisturizer to try to put some moisture back. I've never used it, according to the commercials people have had great success with it.
  • suziecue66
    suziecue66 Posts: 1,312 Member
    Natural remedies to help reduce acne
    A fish oil supplement due to its anti-inflammatory effects, fish oil also moisturises and corrects skin oiliness and imbalances. Increase the amount of essential fatty acids in your diet by increasing your intake of fish, flaxseed oil, evening primrose oil, nuts and seeds and avocados

    Zinc is helpful to reduce inflammation and improve wound healing. Other nutrients specifically for the health of the skin are Vitamin A, Vitamin C, B Vitamins and Betacarotene

    Specific herbs to cleanse the blood and skin are Red Clover, Dandelion, St Marys Thistle, Burdock, Rhubarb, Yellow Dock, Calendula and Blue Flag. Speak to a Herbalist who can tailor make a herbal tincture specific to your needs

    Probiotics are beneficial for ensuring adequate amounts of healthy bacteria in the body
    http://www.askanaturopath.com/faqs/acne-forehead-and-cheeks/p/486
  • JustLindaLou
    JustLindaLou Posts: 376 Member
    (bump) a lot of good info here I want to try for my rosacea! I don't have health ins so I can't see a dermatologist right now, but I think some of the ideas here are good to calm my skin down a bit in the meantime... Thanks!
  • fatgirlslimlady
    fatgirlslimlady Posts: 30 Member
    A lot of acne treatments focus on removing oil and such. I've struggled with acne ever since puberty hit, and always thought I had oily skin. Once I realized that I have super dry and sensitive skin (facepalm), I started using super gentle cleansers and sensitive moisturizers and stopped touching my face constantly, my skin cleared right up. Everyone's different, but it's worth considering. I started using Cetaphil products at my dermo's suggestion, and I love them. They're super cheap, but by far the most effective for me. Good luck!
  • TubbsMcGee
    TubbsMcGee Posts: 1,058 Member
    Maybe you have an allergy to a new food that you're eating?

    I used to have HORRIBLE skin before I changed my eating habits....turns out cow's milk was the culprit.

    Don't throw your money away on millions of different face washes, toners, etc.
    Instead, use something more natural that won't strip your face of its natural oils (like an all-natural tea tree oil soap) so that your skin can find its natural balance and your wallet will thank you!
  • Jenn09870
    Jenn09870 Posts: 66 Member
    A lot of acne treatments focus on removing oil and such. I've struggled with acne ever since puberty hit, and always thought I had oily skin. Once I realized that I have super dry and sensitive skin (facepalm), I started using super gentle cleansers and sensitive moisturizers and stopped touching my face constantly, my skin cleared right up. Everyone's different, but it's worth considering. I started using Cetaphil products at my dermo's suggestion, and I love them. They're super cheap, but by far the most effective for me. Good luck!

    ^^THIS^^
    100%, this is exactly the case with me, and the point I was trying to convey although I didn't put it quite so well.
    I haven't tried the Cetaphil products, but I definitely will check them out.
    What I found works for me is Aveeno Positively Ageless Serum, I usually use it at night, it goes on thin, doesn't smell bad, and doesn't feel greasy or heavy. It is a bit pricey though when bought locally. I came across a really good deal on line, so I haven't purchased any in quite a long time. Two pumps is usually enough to cover my face and neck, so one bottle does go quite a long way.

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