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Thanks for your comment, Robin!

-- Contributed by: Tsharma

Awesome tips, Laz - thank you so much for your contribution!

-- Contributed by: Tsharma

a very good article on acne. consider me a fan.

-- Contributed by: robin

Here's a few tips that might help those of you that are beyond discouraged :

1- spot treat problem areas with tea tree oil (diluted with water for face/ears/nose, full force for back/chest and other parts of the body). tea tree oil is an extremely effective antiseptic that you might find will rival just about everything else for treating acne, sore throats (when used as a gargle/mouthwash), canker/cold sores, skin fungus, and other topical issues. 2- for guys (and some girls), watch for ingrown hairs left mistreated as "zits" but also as potential acne trouble sources. 3- moderate sunlight (but not exactly a "tan") is very therapeutic in treating skin disorders as it sparks all sorts of physiological effects in our skin -- however, make sure to be responsible depending on your skin type! since many of us only see the sun on our way to work, on our lunch break, and on the weekends (where we usually hide from it), we might as well be living in a cave! 4- if you use lots of "product" in your hair, wash it out before you sleep at night. 5- soap dries out your skin, which causes pores to overproduce sebum (which is your skin/hair's natural moisturizer and protectant) ... this can lead to clogged pores and acne. plus, most moisturizers actually compound the problem by not slowing the sebum production. however, simple oils that are chemically similar to sebum, such as jojoba oil, might offer a light at the end of the tunnel if used in place of "commercial" moisturizers. applying the oil after washing with soap (or medicated acne treatments), then rinsing off with water and gently drying with a towel could offer some relief. 6- drink a glass of fresh-squeezed carrot juice per day with a meal low in carbs but with a moderate amount of unsaturated fatty acids. the beta-carotene (which is the non-toxic provitamin form of Vitamin A) slows sebum production and adds a healthy glow to your skin while offering a tiny bit of natural protection from the sun (not to be mistaken for any legitimate sun protection!).

These are some of the daily treatments in my anti-acne regimen. Acne is a physical problem, but far more psychologically damaging (almost debilitating). Don't accept that your problem is "genetic" and that it is just something you have to deal with. And, it is *probably* caused by poor hygiene habits from many YEARS back (long before you even knew you had to wash your face or exfoliate dead skin cells), so don't expect to be able to simply solve it one acne blemish at a time -- your skin needs months, if not years, of therapy to rehabilitate itself from the inside out.

I have been given the worst advice by dermatologists ... so be careful who you trust. Good luck to you all!

-- Contributed by: laz

Thanks for your comment, Janet! I agree - it's a good idea to try a skin care product before spending money on it. You never know how your skin will react, especially to salicylic acid which can be irritating to some.

I would recommend visiting Mario Badescu. Fill out the questionnaire - it contains some questions about the condition of your skin. Let them know your acne concerns and in turn, they'll send you a catalog and a handful of generous product samples.

Another one to try is Reviva Labs. Just fill in the form and in the "additional comments" box, let them know that you're interested in trying something with salicylic acid for your acne. They'll send you samples and a product catalog.

Finally, don't hesitate to visit a cosmetic counter or a store like Sephora for a skin consultation and free samples. Most associates are more than willing to provide you with a sample good for a few uses!

-- Contributed by: Tsharma

Thanks for info ,do you have any free samples of Salicylic Acid . I would like to know that it works before, I spend good money on product.

-- Contributed by: Janet Black
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