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Re: Zits, Zits and more Zits...
From: AdoptASAP (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 10 Jun 2001 18:17:01 -0500 (CDT)
Did you hear the latest news? Anti-bacterial soaps are just a gimick.
Regular soap will do just as well. BTW.. ZAPZYT has salicylic acid and
is a face AND body wash. Like I said before, I saw results in 2 days!
At Sun, 10 Jun 2001, Regan wrote:
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>I'm not a dermatologist or anything, but I've been seeing them so much
>for the past few years, that I feel I can give you some advice. It
>would be ideal if you could see a dermatologist yourself. I put off
>doing this forever and really regret it. There are all sorts of
>effective medicines now, from retin-a to antibiotics to even accutane. I
>don't think its a good idea to use astringent--basically just dries up
>your skin which causes it to go crazy trying to produce more oil. Wash
>your face twice a day with a good soap or cleanser, preferably one with
>triclosan or salicylic acid or another antibiotic like that. Use a body
>wash that has an antibacterial ingredient too. Avoid like the plague
>any kind of moisturizers or lotions. Use makeup that is oil-free and
>non-comedogenic (won't cause breakouts). Use sunblock (WITHOUT
>moisturizer) to prevent sun damage that can cause even worse breakouts
>(it may seem to help your skin at first, but it really and truly
>doesn't). I use Clinique anti-acne soap and anti-acne makeup,
>neutrogena body-clear body wash, clearasil foaming face wash, and
>cleocin gel (prescribed by my dermatologist). Definitely see a
>dermatologist if you can though. Accutane is a fabulous medicine that
>really pretty much wipes out acne. It can be hard on your body and you
>can't use it if you're pregnant or anything, but it helped me lots and
>lots and it might be a solution for you. Good luck!
>
>At Sun, 10 Jun 2001, Patience wrote:
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>>.. I have never been this broken out before. All over my back, my
>>face is covered in them, my shoulders and chest. I feel so ugly, and
>>need some advice.
>>What can I use to help clear then up. I'm using ponds facials wipes and
>>astringent, but nothing is helping me. Please help!
>>Thanks!
>>
>>--
>>Patience
>>
>>--
>>There is NO greater virtue than Patience!
>>
>>PCOS dx 6/8/01 prometrium for 10/day
>>Hypothyroidism dx 6/7/01 Synthroid .05mg/day
>>
>--
>Regan
>
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