Acne Problems 15 year old girl?
So I have tried a few products over the years.
1. Clean and Clear- Only got rid of blackheads so I stopped using it. (used it for 6 months)
2. Oxy cleansing pads- Makes my face dry but clears some blackheads and some pimples. (used for over two years so far)
And
3.Neutrogena advanced solutions- Clears some pimples up but only was working the first two weeks or so. (used for two years so far)
I have been using the last two products each day for two months. And off and on before the two months for about two years. So both products whether together or not have not been getting my face fully clear. Probably doesn't help that I have been using face make-up for the last like seven years of my life.
Anyway I have looked around at other answers to questions similar to mine but haven't found anything that fits what I have. I think it is time to stop using all together and see what happens or find a better treatment plan.
Thing is, I do not know where to start. I am on a low budget to, so anything above like is going to piss my parents off. I have tried the home remedies and nothing works (normally makes it worse). I have continued using these products even though they aren't working 100% because my parents spend a lot of money on them and I don't want them to go to waste. Plus when I do not use them I get more acne.
And I get more acne when I get my period but I am full of pimples and no period O: haha so any advice or something I can try that will surely not be a waste of time or money?
Best acne treatment for pustules and cysts?
After researching the different types of acne on the internet I have come to the conclusion that I have pustular acne with occasional cysts. I have acne for seven years now, and now that it has outlasted adolescents and the teen years, I think its time for it to go! I am pretty sure it has something to do with my hormones since I have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. I have tried every drug store brand and higher end brands of acne wash, cream, toner or spot gel and have tried systems like Acne Free and ProActive. None of these have helped in the slightest. My skin, although I have moderate-moderately severe acne and does typically oily, gets dried out VERY easily and salycylic acid and benzoyl peroxide especially irritate it. I have found sulfur and zinc to be much milder, but they have done little to help my acne. At this point I have given up hope on a topical treatment and am looking for suggestions for prescription antibiotics or medications. Accutane is my last resort, and am unable to take birth control pills due to a medical reason. My doctor is being not very helpful with this, so I have decided I will do the research then specifically ask her for that medication. Thanks you so much for your help!