Zit remedies?

[Shari]

So, I'm 26. I'm still getting zits. And not the little tiny, easy to cover up with makeup, zits. No...I'm talking the ones that look like your face is trying to grow a new appendage. Not many, I'll get one like a big fucking target, and then it will go away...and another one will appear in its stead.

I keep my face clean, and don't eat greasy foods. I was wondering if anyone can recommend a good spot treatment that WORKS. So if it WORKS, price really isn't an issue. I want them gone. But I don't want to continuously invest in micro-derm chemical peels or whatever the hell they're called.

Just a nice, over-the-counter recommendation that will blast the little fuckers. Home remedies I'm more than willing to try too!

[DCSL]

I haven't tried it myself yet, generally out of laziness when I do get a break out, but I've heard a dab of tooth paste works. I think I got this out of a bridal preparation book, as a last minute tip for brides before the morning-of.

[Satira]

What are you doing for a skin care routine? And what KIND of breakouts are you getting?

Queen Helene Mint Mask is excellent for spot treating cystic acne and whiteheads. It's very cheap for a whole tube. Also, cutting open a potato and rubbing it on your face is decently effective for smaller breakouts and papules.

[Deza]

You could also try neosporin. Dab it on the area and leave it there like...while you sleep? And then wash your face in the morning.

[DCSL]

Oh yeah, Neosporin! I used to use that, I think especially for whiteheads. But it makes you feel greasy and it can stain a little if you have pale sheets.

[Deza]

Oh yeah, Neosporin! I used to use that, I think especially for whiteheads. But it makes you feel greasy and it can stain a little if you have pale sheets.

Yes, it's definitely not a "mood setter". ;) But it helps!

[Satira]

::dies::

[Sean of the Thread]

Which shampoo and conditioner do you use? Facial soap etc?

[War Angel]

I tried a million remedies for acne, and I finally broke down and asked my dermatologist about Accutane. At 30, it was crazy to still be having break outs, and usually right before an important event.
You take a pill, twice a day for 6 months along with once a month blood tests.
If you have medical insurance, it is covered. (just not co-pays)
The downside to this is, you have to be 100% sure not to get pregnant, as it causes birth defects.
2 years after finishing my treatment, I haven't had a major break out once. Not gonna lie, I get the occasional pimple, but they are small and go away quickly.
I realize my post sounds like a damn advertisement, and im sorry for that, just trying to stress how awesome Accutane is/was. :)

[soenchanting]

If you are on the pill ask your doctor about ortho-tricycline or any similar. If you're not on it get on it. I tried everything in the book and nothing worked. I've been zit free ever since I started on ortho-t and stayed that way for years now. I used to get those big whoppers too. No OTC remedies or herbal remedies ever worked and believe me I tried everything.

[Doughboy]

"Just spray some Windex on it."

[CrystalTears]

Doughboy is Greek!

[Gan]

Be wary of people offering cures or remedies for ailments that you might be having.

http://forum.gsplayers.com/showthread.php?t=24526

[Celephais]

Home remedies I'm more than willing to try too!

My sperm has some amazing anti-acne properties.

[Celephais]

Be wary of people offering cures or remedies for ailments that you might be having.

http://forum.gsplayers.com/showthread.php?t=24526

Damnit Gan! I knew I should have refreshed... What're you like that guy that tells the bank their ATM is spewing money instead of cashing in?

[Gan]

ROFL

I would have posted it sooner but I had to find the right key word to minimize the search results so I could find it.

[Doughboy]

Doughboy is Greek!

Yah no. But at least somebody got that reference quickly.

[Stanley Burrell]

http://thecia.com.au/reviews/m/images/my-big-fat-greek-wedding-6.jpg