What drugstore products (that actually work) can you use for severe (nodular) acne?
So, I have pretty severe acne...after doing some research online I think it's called nodular acne. I get these huge, painful red bumps all over my nose and sometimes on my forehead. I also get some smaller acne on my cheeks and on the sides of my face, but that seems to clear up more easily. The big, painful acne is the problem. Right now I wash my face every morning and night, and I use one of those oil absorbing sheets after school. I also have tried a variety of different spot treatment creams and gels for the really bad spots, like my nose, and they get rid of the redness, but I still end up with these weird, embarrassing, hideous bumps that never go away. I've had some of them since 4th grade, and I'm in high school now! It's so irritating!
I really want to go to a dermatologist, by my family has no insurance, and my parents say we can't afford it. (My dad lost his job a while ago, so money is pretty tight.) So, are there any products that you can find at, like, Target or CVS or somewhere that are affordable and actually work for my kind of acne? And also, is there any way at all to get affordable help from a dermatologist if you're in a position like mine? Or is there any way to get prescription strength acne medication without going to a dermatologist?
Please help with my Makeup Routine?
I'm fine with my eye/blush/lip makeup, but I need a new foundation/concealer/powder routine. It takes me forever to get ready all because of my makeup. I hate it, but I can’t go out without makeup; I hate my face. I have a lot of redness around my nose, chin, and cheeks. I also have dark circles under my eyes and nothing helps (including sleep, that's just the way they are). I have a few small dry, flaky patches, yet my face is mostly oily. I have several red pimples, along with many red marks left from old pimples. My face gets shiny within an hour and sometimes by the end of the day I feel like my makeup has turned orangey. I need something that’s quicker, covers well, lasts all day, yet still looks natural like I'm not wearing any. I’m wondering if primer would help?
My current routine: Clean & Clear Morning Glow Moisturizer, Advantage Acne Spot treatment, Physician’s Formula green powder, Almay Smart Shade Smart Balance, Maybelline mineral power concealer, Physician’s Formula Organic Wear loose powder.
I only want products I could buy at a drug store or place like Target/Walmart.. nothing too expensive please!
Face help please: Blackheads and Acne scarring?
I have a lot of blackheads on my nose and on my cheeks right where it meets my nose. I also have alot of acne scarring on my cheeks and chin. Plus, I have oily skin but it dries out if I use a harsh cleanser. I would like to keep it from getting shiny through the day but do not want to dry out my skin.
What is a good face routine for me? Like what facewash, mosturizer, toner, and spot treatments should I use? And please, only products that I can find at cvs/walmart/target! Plus, does salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide work better to fight blackheads?
Also, do you know any facials, masks, or do it yourself treatments I can do on my face weekly to really make it glow? Or if you have any other tips, they would be much appreciated! I really want to clear my skin once and for all! Thanks for your help :)
I need a better makeup routine?
I'm fine with my eye/blush/lip makeup, but I need a new foundation/concealer/powder routine. It takes me forever to get ready all because of my makeup. I hate it, but I can’t go out without makeup; I hate my face. I have a lot of redness around my nose, chin, and cheeks. I also have dark circles under my eyes and nothing helps (including sleep, that's just the way they are). I have a few small dry, flaky patches, yet my face is mostly oily. I have several red pimples, along with many red marks left from old pimples. My face gets shiny within an hour and sometimes by the end of the day I feel like my makeup has turned orangey. I need something that’s quicker, covers well, lasts all day, yet still looks natural like I'm not wearing any. I’m wondering if primer would help?
My current routine: Clean & Clear Morning Glow Moisturizer, Advantage Acne Spot treatment, Physician’s Formula green powder, Almay Smart Shade Smart Balance, Maybelline mineral power concealer, Physician’s Formula Organic Wear loose powder.
I can't afford anything expensive. I want to stick to something I could buy at a drug store.. or a Target/Walmart.
Are any of thes items useless or a waste of money for having good skin?
I'm a 14 year old girl and I want to have really nice skin, so I did some research and came up with this skin regimen:
-cleanse daily, once when I wake up and once before bed
http://www.target.com/Burts-Bees-Acne-Gel-Cleanser/dp/B0027TZPVQ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&searchView=grid5&keywords=burts%20bees%20acne&fromGsearch=true&sr=1-3&qid=1280443034&rh=&searchRank=target104545&id=Burts%20Bees%20Acne%20Gel%20Cleanser&node=1038576%7C1287991011&searchSize=30&searchPage=1&searchNodeID=1038576%7C1287991011&searchBinNameList=subjectbin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_size-bin%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin&frombrowse=0
-tone afte cleansing
http://www.target.com/Burts-Bees-Natural-Acne-Solutions/dp/B003KWZ8VG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&searchView=grid5&keywords=burts%20bees%20acne&fromGsearch=true&sr=1-1&qid=1280443034&rh=&searchRank=target104545&id=Burts%20Bees%20Natural%20Acne%20Solutions&node=1038576%7C1287991011&searchSize=30&searchPage=1&searchNodeID=1038576%7C1287991011&searchBinNameList=subjectbin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_size-bin%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin&frombrowse=0
-moisturize after toning
http://www.target.com/Burts-Bees-Natural-Acne-Solutions/dp/B003KWZ8VG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&searchView=grid5&keywords=burts%20bees%20acne&fromGsearch=true&sr=1-1&qid=1280443034&rh=&searchRank=target104545&id=Burts%20Bees%20Natural%20Acne%20Solutions&node=1038576%7C1287991011&searchSize=30&searchPage=1&searchNodeID=1038576%7C1287991011&searchBinNameList=subjectbin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_size-bin%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin&frombrowse=0
-exfoliate 2-3 times a week
http://www.target.com/Burts-Bees-Refining-Facial-Scrub/dp/B0027TY3T6/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&searchView=grid5&keywords=burts%20bees%20acne&fromGsearch=true&sr=1-6&qid=1280443034&rh=&searchRank=target104545&id=Burts%20Bees%20Refining%20Facial%20Scrub&node=1038576%7C1287991011&searchSize=30&searchPage=1&searchNodeID=1038576%7C1287991011&searchBinNameList=subjectbin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_size-bin%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin&frombrowse=0
-use a spot treatment on any pimples I have
http://www.target.com/Burts-Bees-Acne-Spot-Treatment/dp/B0027U1D5W/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&searchView=grid5&keywords=burts%20bees%20acne&fromGsearch=true&sr=1-2&qid=1280443034&rh=&searchRank=target104545&id=Burts%20Bees%20Acne%20Spot%20Treatment&node=1038576%7C1287991011&searchSize=30&searchPage=1&searchNodeID=1038576%7C1287991011&searchBinNameList=subjectbin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_size-bin%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin&frombrowse=0
Yesterday, at the store, when I picked up all these items my mom convinced my not to buy them because they were "a waste of money". Do you think any of these things are a waste of money? I was gonna buy it with my own money even! What do you think and how can I buy what I want without my mom interferring? Thanks for answering :)
what's the best acne treatment product?
i have like pimples near the side of my nose, a bit on my forehead, and some around my chin. and my skin gets oily and red sometimes. i can only buy over-the-counter items like at target or cvs or something. a product that's or less that works.