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1. 

   Whisper
   September 4th, 2010 - 09:42

   Won’t get rid of it quickly, but my method is permanent.

   The less products you use, the better for your skin. Use a bath wash like Suave Bath & Body Gel, use a washcloth. Treat your face like the rest of your body, take a shower everyday or wash your face everyday.

   The secret is keeping your face clean and oil-free. I also don’t use liquid on my face for anything, and very little moisturizer, not even a dime size. Since my face is not dry. Good skin also comes from your good genes. Increase your fresh fruits & vegetables 3-5 servings per day. And programmed your mind to do this day after day, for the rest of your life.

   Acne medication could worsen what ever allergies you have, so instead of trying out one product after another, you’re actually spreading it around. Example: ProActiv contains a known carcinogen, at a percentage known to promote skin cancer.

   Smoking has been shown to make acne worse since it diminishes the delivery of oxygen to the skin and robs it of nutrients, thereby inhibiting cars from healing. Not enough reason to quit? Smoke depletes moisture, making skin lose its luster and look wrinkly.

   The beauty industry is a billion dollar business, they know acne is everyone’s problem, but instead of saying soap is drying for you, they have to invent an acne product that can worsen the skin as MANY TEENAGERS have experienced during hormonal change, but as you get older those are completely a waste of time & money!

   The FDA has called for more safety studies on benzoyl peroxide because of concern about what happens when skin treated with it is exposed to the sun. Until research can establish or disprove a possible skin cancer link to the use of benzoyl peroxide products, the agency plans to require an extra warning and directions on the labeling: "When using this product, avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use sunscreen." and "If going outside, use a sunscreen. Allow [product name] to dry, then follow directions in the sunscreen labeling. If irritation or sensitivity develops, discontinue use of both products and consult a doctor."

   Source(s)
   I get one tiny zit a month or none. I have very clear, soft & silky complexion and I’m 60 years old, same as when I was in HS.
2. 

   Gregg Dunop
   September 4th, 2010 - 09:42

   blackheads are a nightmare for me to iv tried everything. the only way you can get rid of pimples is by using some cream at night. can get it from the doctor its called PanOxyl, can get stronger levels of it. put some foundation on a pimple honestly it disapears my girlfriend suggested if you have one lol.
3. 

   Jennifer
   September 4th, 2010 - 09:42

   Have you tried
   http://www.vitacost.com/Dr-Woods-Shea-Vision-Pure-Black-Soap-with-Organic-Shea-Butter-32-fl-oz
   or
   http://www.vitacost.com/Thayers-Original-Witch-Hazel-with-Aloe-Vera
   I tried these, they work, and if you use it everyday, it’ll prevent you from getting pimples. I had a zit coming up and it was red but not bumpy yet, I applied the toner, and it was gone!
4. 

   Phoebe
   September 4th, 2010 - 09:42

   I am exactly like you! There all on my nose, and I use Target’s brand ‘up and up’ blackhead scrub, its $3 and it works so well, my mom and my friend said right after I used it they saw a difference and so did I, I would try it!
5. 

   Maria fernanda Del villar
   September 4th, 2010 - 09:42

   well one of the reasons pimples come out is because of stress maybe ur stressing STOP STRESSING!!!!!!!! or if its not that stop eating junk food and wash ur face every night and ur face will start clearing
6. 

   KayRed
   September 4th, 2010 - 09:42

   Acne is annoying, but don’t worry, we’ve all had to deal with it.
   The best way to get rid of blackheads is to exfoliate. Do it 3 to 4 times a week, if you can, right after you cleanse your face. Also, tie your hair back when you go to sleep to avoid getting more grease on your skin.
   For single pimples, follow a good routine before you go to sleep. First wash your face until it’s nice and clean, then put some ice on individual pimples to reduce them in size. Then mix a little water and baking soda, spread it on the pimple, and leave it on overnight. This works much better than the toothpaste method, and it only takes a day or two before it completely goes away.
   Also remember to moisturise! That way your skin doesn’t have to produce so much grease, which is what clogs your pores. Good luck :)
7. 

   ღaqυa мaяιneღ
   September 4th, 2010 - 09:42

   Well if you’re a teenager like me that gets break outs a lot, you should definitely use Aveeno. Everything really depends on the type of skin you have. My skin is a combination of dry and oily. Its usually oily at night, and dry/flaky in day. So if you have that type of skin, Aveeno is really gonna help you. You should buy the Aveeno Foaming Cleanser, and the Daily Moisturizer. I also have the Aveeno Cleansing Pads(They’re just big circled pads that have soap on them and they’re really easy to use if you wanna remove make up. They’re also good because you can use it instead of washing your face and drying it out more.) But you’re gonna have to be patient because these products take about 2-4 weeks to work. But so does every other product.You’re really gonna have to be committed to your skin if you want these to work.

   Also, you should really get the Zinc or Omega Fish Oil 3 vitamins. They’re just little vitamins(They look like pills, but they’re nothing dangerous) and take them 2 times a day(day and night). These are not only good for acne&blackheads, but they also help your nails grow and be stronger, and help your hair be more healthy. These take about 3-4 weeks to start working, so you’re gonna have to be patient with these too.

   Hope I helped! :)
8. 

   chrissy
   September 4th, 2010 - 09:42

   i know how you feel!! i have a few suggestions for you.
   try this mask:

   combine 1/4 cup boiling water with one teaspoon epsom salt and 3 drops of iodine. let this cool until it’s comfortable to the touch and then soak it with a cotton ball. then dab it on the blackheads. this will allow the blackheads to loosen so that they can be easily squeezed or wiped away.

   also, lemon juice works miracles! just put some on a cotton ball and wipe all over the places you need. if you have dry skin, you might want to avoid putting it all over your face. just on where the blackheads are. lemon juice gets rid of the oil in your skin without excessively drying you out, and cleans your skin. it might sting for a little bit but that’s just the acid in the lemon juice.

   if you want a non-natural approach, biore deep cleansing pore strips work great. you can find them at CVS or target or whatever the local pharmacy is where you are. there’s alot of the biore products so make sure you get the strips that say for your nose (or if you want some for anywhere else). you just wet this strip and put it on your nose and let it sit for a little.

   i’ve tried all of these and they all work wonders! but i’d have to say the top one works best. good luck! :)
9. 

   Colin Wright
   September 4th, 2010 - 09:42

   I would recommend Acneace!!!!
   I used it, and after 1 months, my acne was COMPLETELY gone!
   Hope it works for you.
   you can get From Google Search Acneace Official site. Good luck.

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