about 6 months ago i guess, i was scratching my head and notices a lump on the very center of the top-back region of my head. it isnt the bump that everyone has at the back of the head where the neck and skull meet, its higher up.
i didn't pay it any mind at the time, i thought that maybe it had always been there. but i couldnt really recall.
recently my uncle had something similar removed from his head at the front region and it ocurred to me that i might have the same thing. it was a benign cyst and it was simply a growth of some sort, nothing harmful.
im thinking that i have the same thing, but im just wondering if anyone else has or has had anything similar to this.
thanks
p.s.: there no pain or anything like that, no discoloration, scarring, etc. just a lump under my skin.
Lump on the back-top-center of my head.?
Go to a doctor to have a look. My daughter had a bump in the neck show up suddenly an we caught it early enough. It was Hodgkin's Lymphoma. she had a few rounds of Chemo and some radiation to get rid of it. But just to be sure it is nothing, see a doctor. Our family Dr had no Idea what it was and referred us to See an ear Nose and throat Dr before the week was done and asked us to let them know if we unable to get in, that was Monday. we saw the ENT Thursday and had a biopsy on the following Monday and she had surgery Before the week end. so get to the Dr as soon as possible as if it is a fast growing it could be more than a bump soon. Put your mind at ease.
Reply:it's an alien implant. That's how they keep track of where you are and where you've been.
Reply:Yes, it is likely a harmless sebaceous cyst. I've got one in the same place you describe. It is not necessary to have them removed unless they get infected.
Reply:99 % it's completely harmless. Those lumps on the scalp are really common, and you don't have to have it removed unless it grows. I've had one for years and I haven't even had it checked out (I'm scared of doctors). I thought it was cancer so I checked every medicine book and internet site and believe me, I'm now an expert on scalp lumps.
Don't worry!
Monday, November 21, 2011
Yellow nail fold?
Does anyone have a yellow discoloration at their nailfold? (the part of the skin under/around the nails near the cuticle) I noticed today that some of my nailfolds are yellow/fungus color but i dont think they are infected. They dont hurt and my nails are not yellow just the skin around it.
Yellow nail fold?
do you smoke cigarettes or handle chemicals or something like that at work?
Yellow nail fold?
do you smoke cigarettes or handle chemicals or something like that at work?
How can I improve the circulation in my feet?
I went to the Dermatologist last year because I had spots on my feet that were reddish brown. They were almost like freckles but I have an olive complexion. They were on my toes, sides of my feet, and a little on my ankles. The Doctor said they looked like a circulatory problem and maybe my socks or shoes were too tight. He said that when we wear too tight socks it causes the blood to gather under the skin and not flow evenly which causes the discoloration. I have tried calf and foot stretches, massage, and replaced all of my socks. I recently tried elevating my feet. I do need to increase my exercise. Any other suggestions? How long does it take before this will go away? It has been well over a year. I am starting to think the spots will never go away.
How can I improve the circulation in my feet?
Not exactly sure what the "spots" are but they may never go away. The biggest concern shouldn't be how they look but whether the circulation is still impaired.
Elevation, self-massage (slightly vigorous) or massage by a professional (highly recommended), heat, proper shoes with insoles (try the Good Feet stores if they have them in your area), changing positions often (especially if you sit or stand all day), and exercise (as simple as walking after dinner) will all help.
Reply:Stasis dermatitis is inflammation of the skin of the lower legs caused by chronic venous insufficiency. Symptoms are itching, scaling, hyperpigmentation, and sometimes ulceration. Diagnosis is clinical. Treatment is directed at the chronic venous insufficiency.
elephant foot
How can I improve the circulation in my feet?
Not exactly sure what the "spots" are but they may never go away. The biggest concern shouldn't be how they look but whether the circulation is still impaired.
Elevation, self-massage (slightly vigorous) or massage by a professional (highly recommended), heat, proper shoes with insoles (try the Good Feet stores if they have them in your area), changing positions often (especially if you sit or stand all day), and exercise (as simple as walking after dinner) will all help.
Reply:Stasis dermatitis is inflammation of the skin of the lower legs caused by chronic venous insufficiency. Symptoms are itching, scaling, hyperpigmentation, and sometimes ulceration. Diagnosis is clinical. Treatment is directed at the chronic venous insufficiency.
elephant foot
Has anyone tried RETIN A? if not, whats the best product to get rid of DARK SPOTS "inner thighs..etc"
i have olive skin, and i DON'T MEAN INGROWING HAIR discoloration..
i mean dark spots on the knees, inner thighs, under the butt..neck..etc
i want some that has REAL EFFECTS that shows in 1-4 months !!PLSPLS HELP!!!!!! thanks!
Has anyone tried RETIN A? if not, whats the best product to get rid of DARK SPOTS "inner thighs..etc"
I have used Retin A, it is only for the acne and to remove death skin.
If you dark spots on the knees are because of death skin you can apply it. If still no effect are happen.
Then use cleansing or whitening cream not lotion or spray etc. Only cream, why because cream used and rubbed again again on the area.
If still no effect try this one,
its a body bleach.
use one teaspoon of ammounium liquid
three teaspoons of hydrooxide liquid
and some crush daily use soap in the mixutre and apply the dark spot for 15 mins.
If you dont want to use bleach or cleansing cream or whitening cream,
use products which are for whitening skin.
like
1 :-Fair and lovely,
2:- Stillman,
3:- fair glow.
i hope any of this works
P.S use dove expliotation soap on these areas. IT remove death skin and whitens that area.
P.S dont apply bleach under legs and under arms
i mean dark spots on the knees, inner thighs, under the butt..neck..etc
i want some that has REAL EFFECTS that shows in 1-4 months !!PLSPLS HELP!!!!!! thanks!
Has anyone tried RETIN A? if not, whats the best product to get rid of DARK SPOTS "inner thighs..etc"
I have used Retin A, it is only for the acne and to remove death skin.
If you dark spots on the knees are because of death skin you can apply it. If still no effect are happen.
Then use cleansing or whitening cream not lotion or spray etc. Only cream, why because cream used and rubbed again again on the area.
If still no effect try this one,
its a body bleach.
use one teaspoon of ammounium liquid
three teaspoons of hydrooxide liquid
and some crush daily use soap in the mixutre and apply the dark spot for 15 mins.
If you dont want to use bleach or cleansing cream or whitening cream,
use products which are for whitening skin.
like
1 :-Fair and lovely,
2:- Stillman,
3:- fair glow.
i hope any of this works
P.S use dove expliotation soap on these areas. IT remove death skin and whitens that area.
P.S dont apply bleach under legs and under arms
Acne spots?
I had pretty bad acne as a teen and now I am in my early 20s. I dont break out too much but my skin is reddish and looks like scars or discoloration and I am guessing its from the acne. When I touch my skin its soft and smooth but doesn't look clear. Anyone tried any products that have helped this? Or any procedures, like facials or peels or something? Thanks.
Acne spots?
this web page can help but ill just copy and paste it down for you. http://www.wikihow.com/Get-Rid-of-Acne
1. Stop popping the pimples and zits. This will only risk encouraging your acne to stay due to inflammation, irritation, and possibly infection. If a pimple comes up in a particularly bothersome place, learn how to target a single pimple. And if you're determined to pop, learn how to pop a pimple safely and properly.
2. Use a mild soap for sensitive skin. It can be designed for acne-prone skin or not, but you will want to treat your skin gently. You do not need harsh antibacterial soap, which can actually make your acne worse.
3. Remove dead skin cells regularly by exfoliating. Use a gentle scrub with natural exfoliants like ground walnut shells, or use an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant like salicylic acid and glycolic acid. Cocoa butter with ground walnut shell works well,too(It is a face wash.). Remember that over-exfoliating can actually increase the likelihood of acne by irritating the skin. Pat dry, rather than rubbing, since rubbing can cause irritation to the fresh skin you've just revealed.
4. Use a good toner. Spray onto face or wipe on with a cotton ball and wipe off with a clean, dry cotton ball. This gets rid of excess cleanser and tightens pores. Good, inexpensive choices include plain witch hazel for normal to dry skin, or 3% hydrogen peroxide for oily skin. 70% ethyl rubbing alcohol can also be used for severe oiliness, but it can really dry out your skin and irritate it more. Some toners are medicated, too, and this stage is the best for using a medicated product if you're only going to use one medication. Lemon juice is a good option, too.
5. Bacteria in pores is one cause of pimples. Reduce the amount of bacteria by using toners containing anti-bacterial agents like alcohol, peroxide and benzalkonium chloride, and by using creams that contain benzoyl peroxide, which kill bacteria as well as cause the skin to regenerate faster.
6. Maintain a routine. Most acne treatments take time to work. It usually takes between two and eight weeks before you see any significant improvement, so you are going to have to be patient. Once you've gotten your acne cleared up, it's important to continue with the treatment that's working so it does not return.
7. Understand that if all else fails, contact your GP. They may be able to prescribe specific mild antibiotics that can eliminate acne.
8. Keep in mind though, that the widespread overuse(taking antibiotics when you really don't need them or for something they don't treat) and misuse(not taking medication for the specified amount of time) of antibiotics has led to the development of multiple antibiotic resistant bacteria. That means that the antibiotics won't work for the things they used to; including your acne.
tips
* You may want to start a log outlining when you tend to get breakouts, or when they tend to improve to look for patterns that can help you treat the problems. Typical patterns include stress, and change in hormone levels (especially in women during the menstral cycle).
* Acne medications may cause your skin to initially break out worse than before because all FDA-approved acne medications (benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, and sulfur) are causing your skin to regenerate faster. This brings existing acne pimples already under your skin (but not visible yet) to the surface, which in turn causes a massive but fortunately temporary break out. Give the medications about one to two weeks and you will notice a big difference in the quality of your skin.
* You can also try Ciprofloxacin eye drops. Take 1/4 of a drop of the medicine on your finger (of course wash it) and apply it on acne or where it is prone to come. Don't put too much as puting too much has no benifit. Just a thin film will be enough. I works very well because ciprofloxacin is a wide spectrum antobiotic. Keep in mind Ciprofloxacin is a very powerful antibiotic used for serious infections. The widespread overuse and misuse(using for acne would defiantly fall into this category, as Cipro is used for serious infections like ANTHRAX) of antibiotics like cipro have led to the emergence of superbugs that are resistant to almost all of our most powerful antibiotics.
* See a dermatolagist if over the counter remedies do not work. They specialize in skin care and can prescribe you medicines that help you improve it.
* Don't stress out! Stressing out can only makes acne worse. Find ways to stay calm in your life.
* Drink plenty of water. Staying well hydrated can help your condition improve, because the "waste management" control system in your body requires a lot of water to do its job. Without enough water, the body has difficulty removing some waste products efficiently.
* Look for face washes which contain the active ingredient benzoyl peroxide. This is the key ingredient in some of the best face washes. use a 5-10% benzoyl peroxide of mild to moderate acne and 10% for severe.
* Try smashing one tablet of asprin in a small bowl, then adding lemon juice to the mixture. Apply to the affected areas overnight. It boosts the healing process while reducing redness.
* Try putting toothpaste (paste, NOT gel) on your face, cover it with a bandage, and keep it on all night. When you wash it off in the morning your acne will look better. The astringent and surfactant nature of the toothpaste will help diminish the appearance of pimples. But the toothpaste has been known to burn sensitive skin of the face, so be careful. If your face does burn, stop acne treatments and work on healing your burn.
* Another way to zap pimples is shaving cream. Apply it to your pimple and it will dry it up. It disappears by morning, but wash your face after waking up.
* If nothing is working for you, drink four tablespoons of apple cider vinegar diluted with water daily. It works very well for some people and is worth a try. Another good solution is aloe vera gel fresh from the plant, taken orally.
* You can also try taking a zinc tablet everyday.
* Phototherapy or blue-light therapy is an increasingly common form of treating facial or body acne. It uses light that interact with porphyrins in skin bacteria to reduce bacteria production and rectify acne. Many dermatologists use this form of treatment in a clinic setting, but it can be costly and time consuming. Health Canada recently approved a new product that has the same therapeutic effect, but it can be administered by the individual.
* Get plently of sleep! They don't call it "beauty-sleep" for nothing!
* dab garlic juice on emerging and mature pimples
* treat acne with benzoyl peroxide that are available in your local stores
* disguise a pimple with eye-redness relieve eye drops by applying to a Q-tip and hold on pimple for about 10-15 seconds.
* Mix a packet of fast acting yeast with enough tea tree oil to make a paste. Spread over emerging pimple and cover with bandage %26amp; leave on overnight because yeast will cause the pimples to rise out of the skin while the tea tree oil attacks it.
* Soak a cotton ball in warm salt water. Press on top of blemish for 3 minutes to dissolve the top. Then, dab a bit of honey on the affected area to deep clean the pore and draw out bacteria. Let it sit for 10 minutes
* Learn to live with acne: No one really wants acne, but it's hardly the worst skin ailment. It's likely you're the only person to notice. Learn how to use cover-ups such as tinted acne creams or makeup. Cover your forehead breakout with a breathable silk scarf.
warning!
* You may want to start a log outlining when you tend to get breakouts, or when they tend to improve to look for patterns that can help you treat the problems. Typical patterns include stress, and change in hormone levels (especially in women during the menstral cycle).
* Acne medications may cause your skin to initially break out worse than before because all FDA-approved acne medications (benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, and sulfur) are causing your skin to regenerate faster. This brings existing acne pimples already under your skin (but not visible yet) to the surface, which in turn causes a massive but fortunately temporary break out. Give the medications about one to two weeks and you will notice a big difference in the quality of your skin.
* You can also try Ciprofloxacin eye drops. Take 1/4 of a drop of the medicine on your finger (of course wash it) and apply it on acne or where it is prone to come. Don't put too much as puting too much has no benifit. Just a thin film will be enough. I works very well because ciprofloxacin is a wide spectrum antobiotic. Keep in mind Ciprofloxacin is a very powerful antibiotic used for serious infections. The widespread overuse and misuse(using for acne would defiantly fall into this category, as Cipro is used for serious infections like ANTHRAX) of antibiotics like cipro have led to the emergence of superbugs that are resistant to almost all of our most powerful antibiotics.
* See a dermatolagist if over the counter remedies do not work. They specialize in skin care and can prescribe you medicines that help you improve it.
* Don't stress out! Stressing out can only makes acne worse. Find ways to stay calm in your life.
* Drink plenty of water. Staying well hydrated can help your condition improve, because the "waste management" control system in your body requires a lot of water to do its job. Without enough water, the body has difficulty removing some waste products efficiently.
* Look for face washes which contain the active ingredient benzoyl peroxide. This is the key ingredient in some of the best face washes. use a 5-10% benzoyl peroxide of mild to moderate acne and 10% for severe.
* Try smashing one tablet of asprin in a small bowl, then adding lemon juice to the mixture. Apply to the affected areas overnight. It boosts the healing process while reducing redness.
* Try putting toothpaste (paste, NOT gel) on your face, cover it with a bandage, and keep it on all night. When you wash it off in the morning your acne will look better. The astringent and surfactant nature of the toothpaste will help diminish the appearance of pimples. But the toothpaste has been known to burn sensitive skin of the face, so be careful. If your face does burn, stop acne treatments and work on healing your burn.
* Another way to zap pimples is shaving cream. Apply it to your pimple and it will dry it up. It disappears by morning, but wash your face after waking up.
* If nothing is working for you, drink four tablespoons of apple cider vinegar diluted with water daily. It works very well for some people and is worth a try. Another good solution is aloe vera gel fresh from the plant, taken orally.
* You can also try taking a zinc tablet everyday.
* Phototherapy or blue-light therapy is an increasingly common form of treating facial or body acne. It uses light that interact with porphyrins in skin bacteria to reduce bacteria production and rectify acne. Many dermatologists use this form of treatment in a clinic setting, but it can be costly and time consuming. Health Canada recently approved a new product that has the same therapeutic effect, but it can be administered by the individual.
* Get plently of sleep! They don't call it "beauty-sleep" for nothing!
* dab garlic juice on emerging and mature pimples
* treat acne with benzoyl peroxide that are available in your local stores
* disguise a pimple with eye-redness relieve eye drops by applying to a Q-tip and hold on pimple for about 10-15 seconds.
* Mix a packet of fast acting yeast with enough tea tree oil to make a paste. Spread over emerging pimple and cover with bandage %26amp; leave on overnight because yeast will cause the pimples to rise out of the skin while the tea tree oil attacks it.
* Soak a cotton ball in warm salt water. Press on top of blemish for 3 minutes to dissolve the top. Then, dab a bit of honey on the affected area to deep clean the pore and draw out bacteria. Let it sit for 10 minutes
* Learn to live with acne: No one really wants acne, but it's hardly the worst skin ailment. It's likely you're the only person to notice. Learn how to use cover-ups such as tinted acne creams or makeup. Cover your forehead breakout with a breathable silk scarf.
byee hope i helped
Reply:chemical peels work pretty well. at first they made my face reddish but afterwards it looks good. also just moisturizing my fave helped make my skin look more even.
Reply:I helped mine clear up by lightly washing my skin with borax at night. It is a bit rough at first but now it is hard to tell I ever had acne.
Reply:I dunno if this will help any but i still suffer from body acne even as a adult...try a good sugar scrub to help refresh the skin if that doesn't work you my want to try one of those ointment's that reduce the appearance of scars..they have worked a little on a few of my scars.
Acne spots?
this web page can help but ill just copy and paste it down for you. http://www.wikihow.com/Get-Rid-of-Acne
1. Stop popping the pimples and zits. This will only risk encouraging your acne to stay due to inflammation, irritation, and possibly infection. If a pimple comes up in a particularly bothersome place, learn how to target a single pimple. And if you're determined to pop, learn how to pop a pimple safely and properly.
2. Use a mild soap for sensitive skin. It can be designed for acne-prone skin or not, but you will want to treat your skin gently. You do not need harsh antibacterial soap, which can actually make your acne worse.
3. Remove dead skin cells regularly by exfoliating. Use a gentle scrub with natural exfoliants like ground walnut shells, or use an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant like salicylic acid and glycolic acid. Cocoa butter with ground walnut shell works well,too(It is a face wash.). Remember that over-exfoliating can actually increase the likelihood of acne by irritating the skin. Pat dry, rather than rubbing, since rubbing can cause irritation to the fresh skin you've just revealed.
4. Use a good toner. Spray onto face or wipe on with a cotton ball and wipe off with a clean, dry cotton ball. This gets rid of excess cleanser and tightens pores. Good, inexpensive choices include plain witch hazel for normal to dry skin, or 3% hydrogen peroxide for oily skin. 70% ethyl rubbing alcohol can also be used for severe oiliness, but it can really dry out your skin and irritate it more. Some toners are medicated, too, and this stage is the best for using a medicated product if you're only going to use one medication. Lemon juice is a good option, too.
5. Bacteria in pores is one cause of pimples. Reduce the amount of bacteria by using toners containing anti-bacterial agents like alcohol, peroxide and benzalkonium chloride, and by using creams that contain benzoyl peroxide, which kill bacteria as well as cause the skin to regenerate faster.
6. Maintain a routine. Most acne treatments take time to work. It usually takes between two and eight weeks before you see any significant improvement, so you are going to have to be patient. Once you've gotten your acne cleared up, it's important to continue with the treatment that's working so it does not return.
7. Understand that if all else fails, contact your GP. They may be able to prescribe specific mild antibiotics that can eliminate acne.
8. Keep in mind though, that the widespread overuse(taking antibiotics when you really don't need them or for something they don't treat) and misuse(not taking medication for the specified amount of time) of antibiotics has led to the development of multiple antibiotic resistant bacteria. That means that the antibiotics won't work for the things they used to; including your acne.
tips
* You may want to start a log outlining when you tend to get breakouts, or when they tend to improve to look for patterns that can help you treat the problems. Typical patterns include stress, and change in hormone levels (especially in women during the menstral cycle).
* Acne medications may cause your skin to initially break out worse than before because all FDA-approved acne medications (benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, and sulfur) are causing your skin to regenerate faster. This brings existing acne pimples already under your skin (but not visible yet) to the surface, which in turn causes a massive but fortunately temporary break out. Give the medications about one to two weeks and you will notice a big difference in the quality of your skin.
* You can also try Ciprofloxacin eye drops. Take 1/4 of a drop of the medicine on your finger (of course wash it) and apply it on acne or where it is prone to come. Don't put too much as puting too much has no benifit. Just a thin film will be enough. I works very well because ciprofloxacin is a wide spectrum antobiotic. Keep in mind Ciprofloxacin is a very powerful antibiotic used for serious infections. The widespread overuse and misuse(using for acne would defiantly fall into this category, as Cipro is used for serious infections like ANTHRAX) of antibiotics like cipro have led to the emergence of superbugs that are resistant to almost all of our most powerful antibiotics.
* See a dermatolagist if over the counter remedies do not work. They specialize in skin care and can prescribe you medicines that help you improve it.
* Don't stress out! Stressing out can only makes acne worse. Find ways to stay calm in your life.
* Drink plenty of water. Staying well hydrated can help your condition improve, because the "waste management" control system in your body requires a lot of water to do its job. Without enough water, the body has difficulty removing some waste products efficiently.
* Look for face washes which contain the active ingredient benzoyl peroxide. This is the key ingredient in some of the best face washes. use a 5-10% benzoyl peroxide of mild to moderate acne and 10% for severe.
* Try smashing one tablet of asprin in a small bowl, then adding lemon juice to the mixture. Apply to the affected areas overnight. It boosts the healing process while reducing redness.
* Try putting toothpaste (paste, NOT gel) on your face, cover it with a bandage, and keep it on all night. When you wash it off in the morning your acne will look better. The astringent and surfactant nature of the toothpaste will help diminish the appearance of pimples. But the toothpaste has been known to burn sensitive skin of the face, so be careful. If your face does burn, stop acne treatments and work on healing your burn.
* Another way to zap pimples is shaving cream. Apply it to your pimple and it will dry it up. It disappears by morning, but wash your face after waking up.
* If nothing is working for you, drink four tablespoons of apple cider vinegar diluted with water daily. It works very well for some people and is worth a try. Another good solution is aloe vera gel fresh from the plant, taken orally.
* You can also try taking a zinc tablet everyday.
* Phototherapy or blue-light therapy is an increasingly common form of treating facial or body acne. It uses light that interact with porphyrins in skin bacteria to reduce bacteria production and rectify acne. Many dermatologists use this form of treatment in a clinic setting, but it can be costly and time consuming. Health Canada recently approved a new product that has the same therapeutic effect, but it can be administered by the individual.
* Get plently of sleep! They don't call it "beauty-sleep" for nothing!
* dab garlic juice on emerging and mature pimples
* treat acne with benzoyl peroxide that are available in your local stores
* disguise a pimple with eye-redness relieve eye drops by applying to a Q-tip and hold on pimple for about 10-15 seconds.
* Mix a packet of fast acting yeast with enough tea tree oil to make a paste. Spread over emerging pimple and cover with bandage %26amp; leave on overnight because yeast will cause the pimples to rise out of the skin while the tea tree oil attacks it.
* Soak a cotton ball in warm salt water. Press on top of blemish for 3 minutes to dissolve the top. Then, dab a bit of honey on the affected area to deep clean the pore and draw out bacteria. Let it sit for 10 minutes
* Learn to live with acne: No one really wants acne, but it's hardly the worst skin ailment. It's likely you're the only person to notice. Learn how to use cover-ups such as tinted acne creams or makeup. Cover your forehead breakout with a breathable silk scarf.
warning!
* You may want to start a log outlining when you tend to get breakouts, or when they tend to improve to look for patterns that can help you treat the problems. Typical patterns include stress, and change in hormone levels (especially in women during the menstral cycle).
* Acne medications may cause your skin to initially break out worse than before because all FDA-approved acne medications (benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, and sulfur) are causing your skin to regenerate faster. This brings existing acne pimples already under your skin (but not visible yet) to the surface, which in turn causes a massive but fortunately temporary break out. Give the medications about one to two weeks and you will notice a big difference in the quality of your skin.
* You can also try Ciprofloxacin eye drops. Take 1/4 of a drop of the medicine on your finger (of course wash it) and apply it on acne or where it is prone to come. Don't put too much as puting too much has no benifit. Just a thin film will be enough. I works very well because ciprofloxacin is a wide spectrum antobiotic. Keep in mind Ciprofloxacin is a very powerful antibiotic used for serious infections. The widespread overuse and misuse(using for acne would defiantly fall into this category, as Cipro is used for serious infections like ANTHRAX) of antibiotics like cipro have led to the emergence of superbugs that are resistant to almost all of our most powerful antibiotics.
* See a dermatolagist if over the counter remedies do not work. They specialize in skin care and can prescribe you medicines that help you improve it.
* Don't stress out! Stressing out can only makes acne worse. Find ways to stay calm in your life.
* Drink plenty of water. Staying well hydrated can help your condition improve, because the "waste management" control system in your body requires a lot of water to do its job. Without enough water, the body has difficulty removing some waste products efficiently.
* Look for face washes which contain the active ingredient benzoyl peroxide. This is the key ingredient in some of the best face washes. use a 5-10% benzoyl peroxide of mild to moderate acne and 10% for severe.
* Try smashing one tablet of asprin in a small bowl, then adding lemon juice to the mixture. Apply to the affected areas overnight. It boosts the healing process while reducing redness.
* Try putting toothpaste (paste, NOT gel) on your face, cover it with a bandage, and keep it on all night. When you wash it off in the morning your acne will look better. The astringent and surfactant nature of the toothpaste will help diminish the appearance of pimples. But the toothpaste has been known to burn sensitive skin of the face, so be careful. If your face does burn, stop acne treatments and work on healing your burn.
* Another way to zap pimples is shaving cream. Apply it to your pimple and it will dry it up. It disappears by morning, but wash your face after waking up.
* If nothing is working for you, drink four tablespoons of apple cider vinegar diluted with water daily. It works very well for some people and is worth a try. Another good solution is aloe vera gel fresh from the plant, taken orally.
* You can also try taking a zinc tablet everyday.
* Phototherapy or blue-light therapy is an increasingly common form of treating facial or body acne. It uses light that interact with porphyrins in skin bacteria to reduce bacteria production and rectify acne. Many dermatologists use this form of treatment in a clinic setting, but it can be costly and time consuming. Health Canada recently approved a new product that has the same therapeutic effect, but it can be administered by the individual.
* Get plently of sleep! They don't call it "beauty-sleep" for nothing!
* dab garlic juice on emerging and mature pimples
* treat acne with benzoyl peroxide that are available in your local stores
* disguise a pimple with eye-redness relieve eye drops by applying to a Q-tip and hold on pimple for about 10-15 seconds.
* Mix a packet of fast acting yeast with enough tea tree oil to make a paste. Spread over emerging pimple and cover with bandage %26amp; leave on overnight because yeast will cause the pimples to rise out of the skin while the tea tree oil attacks it.
* Soak a cotton ball in warm salt water. Press on top of blemish for 3 minutes to dissolve the top. Then, dab a bit of honey on the affected area to deep clean the pore and draw out bacteria. Let it sit for 10 minutes
* Learn to live with acne: No one really wants acne, but it's hardly the worst skin ailment. It's likely you're the only person to notice. Learn how to use cover-ups such as tinted acne creams or makeup. Cover your forehead breakout with a breathable silk scarf.
byee hope i helped
Reply:chemical peels work pretty well. at first they made my face reddish but afterwards it looks good. also just moisturizing my fave helped make my skin look more even.
Reply:I helped mine clear up by lightly washing my skin with borax at night. It is a bit rough at first but now it is hard to tell I ever had acne.
Reply:I dunno if this will help any but i still suffer from body acne even as a adult...try a good sugar scrub to help refresh the skin if that doesn't work you my want to try one of those ointment's that reduce the appearance of scars..they have worked a little on a few of my scars.
****foundation question***?
which one doesn't irritate your skin, is oil free, is not liquid, and does not age your skin? i do not have acne or real discoloration or anything. i just want to even it out. oh and won't give me break outs or anything. the healthiest and most non-irritative. blah blah blah sorry about that. thanks!
****foundation question***?
Everyday Mineral hands down! It has only 4 inert ingredients and none of them are chemicals like Bare Essentials! It is only $8-$12 for foundations and blushes/bronzers are around $4. Everything is all natural. That's what I use. Also, as a bonus, you can order a free 5 pc. trial kit. It says it's only for a few uses but they put so much of the sample in the container it should last awhile!
Reply:I'm thinking loose powder might work like BARE MINERAL or BARE ESCENTUALS. i find powder to be the best and most natural looking. and most are healthier. you can even try the NUTROGENA ones from your local drugstore... although i don't really like the brush attached to it because it's a little irritating, so i use a diff. softer brush and just tap out the powder onto it. but yes, powder foundations!
Reply:MAC foundations are very reliable! you can also find other cool make up in Sephora. These make up are also designed to protect the skin. Here are some foundations:
http://www.maccosmetics.com/templates/pr...
Reply:Estee Lauder
Reply:I say Bare Minerals, I love it. And I have very sensitive skin. It is one of the few things that don't make me break out. These are the websites I shop from. You can check out bare esscentuals and sephora websites to see if there are stores in your area.
Other cosmetics have powdered formulas but they are not as good.
Only bare minerals has the the mineral veil which makes the application look flawless. You can use just the foundation. You can use the foundation and mineral veil. You can use just the mineral veil or you can use any of these combinations, and add any of their other face colors, to add depth to the look. Its so easy, you have so many options, and its almost goof proof.
http://bareescentuals.com/
http://www.qvc.com/cgen/render.aspx?qp=c...
http://www.sephora.com/brands/bare-escen...
Reply:Id say use neutrgena powder foundation.
to keep any foundation from being irritating, or aging your skin, dab a bit of Nevea cream onto your face and spread it evenly before you use any foundation.
Reply:Try puritycosmetics,co,uk. It is really good!
Reply:Sheer Minerals %26amp; Bare minerals..either one is good %26amp; sounds like what your looking for =)
Reply:I have been using a pure natural mineral makeup called kms mineral essentials. It is oil free, allergy free, pretty much what you are looking for I think. Because mineral powder lays over the skin and doesn't settle into lines it gives you a youthful look too!
Reply:I'd recommend mineral makeup. But they are not all the same. Many have bismuth oxychloride in them (bare minerals %26amp; sheer cover), makes a lot of ppl itch and react. Many contain talc, although a mineral, clogs pores bad. Most drug store varieties have tons of chemicals.
My holy grail in the mineral makeup world is LA Minerals. I really love their stuff. Great coverage, feels like you are wearing nothin. Great price. And bunches of shades to choose from.
Oh...I just ordered some eyeshadow and they sent me a coupon code for 10% off. If you order at least $25 worth you can use it too! Says to enter the words "TenOff" in the coupon codes section during checkout.
Oh and they have samples too for like $1 and ship them free. I tried a buncha foundations and eyeshadows and blush/bronzers before I ordered. That was fun!!
Hope that helps you some! http://www.laminerals.com
Reply:"those thing's shouldn't give you skin problem's unless you use them too much ! sugary and spicy thing's do that . from alan tiger . "
****foundation question***?
Everyday Mineral hands down! It has only 4 inert ingredients and none of them are chemicals like Bare Essentials! It is only $8-$12 for foundations and blushes/bronzers are around $4. Everything is all natural. That's what I use. Also, as a bonus, you can order a free 5 pc. trial kit. It says it's only for a few uses but they put so much of the sample in the container it should last awhile!
Reply:I'm thinking loose powder might work like BARE MINERAL or BARE ESCENTUALS. i find powder to be the best and most natural looking. and most are healthier. you can even try the NUTROGENA ones from your local drugstore... although i don't really like the brush attached to it because it's a little irritating, so i use a diff. softer brush and just tap out the powder onto it. but yes, powder foundations!
Reply:MAC foundations are very reliable! you can also find other cool make up in Sephora. These make up are also designed to protect the skin. Here are some foundations:
http://www.maccosmetics.com/templates/pr...
Reply:Estee Lauder
Reply:I say Bare Minerals, I love it. And I have very sensitive skin. It is one of the few things that don't make me break out. These are the websites I shop from. You can check out bare esscentuals and sephora websites to see if there are stores in your area.
Other cosmetics have powdered formulas but they are not as good.
Only bare minerals has the the mineral veil which makes the application look flawless. You can use just the foundation. You can use the foundation and mineral veil. You can use just the mineral veil or you can use any of these combinations, and add any of their other face colors, to add depth to the look. Its so easy, you have so many options, and its almost goof proof.
http://bareescentuals.com/
http://www.qvc.com/cgen/render.aspx?qp=c...
http://www.sephora.com/brands/bare-escen...
Reply:Id say use neutrgena powder foundation.
to keep any foundation from being irritating, or aging your skin, dab a bit of Nevea cream onto your face and spread it evenly before you use any foundation.
Reply:Try puritycosmetics,co,uk. It is really good!
Reply:Sheer Minerals %26amp; Bare minerals..either one is good %26amp; sounds like what your looking for =)
Reply:I have been using a pure natural mineral makeup called kms mineral essentials. It is oil free, allergy free, pretty much what you are looking for I think. Because mineral powder lays over the skin and doesn't settle into lines it gives you a youthful look too!
Reply:I'd recommend mineral makeup. But they are not all the same. Many have bismuth oxychloride in them (bare minerals %26amp; sheer cover), makes a lot of ppl itch and react. Many contain talc, although a mineral, clogs pores bad. Most drug store varieties have tons of chemicals.
My holy grail in the mineral makeup world is LA Minerals. I really love their stuff. Great coverage, feels like you are wearing nothin. Great price. And bunches of shades to choose from.
Oh...I just ordered some eyeshadow and they sent me a coupon code for 10% off. If you order at least $25 worth you can use it too! Says to enter the words "TenOff" in the coupon codes section during checkout.
Oh and they have samples too for like $1 and ship them free. I tried a buncha foundations and eyeshadows and blush/bronzers before I ordered. That was fun!!
Hope that helps you some! http://www.laminerals.com
Reply:"those thing's shouldn't give you skin problem's unless you use them too much ! sugary and spicy thing's do that . from alan tiger . "
Beauty..Girls only help??
Is there a mascara that will make my
eyelashes super longer.. or will make
my eyelashes grow longer?
Is there a cream or sumthen that will blend my skin
color in? My skin is Bronze but golden or beige spots/discoloration messes it up.
Beauty..Girls only help??
yeah, i agree, define-a-lash by maybelline is good, but for the best results, put on Diorshow mascara first, and then apply define-a-lash. the results are AMAZINGGGGGG. also, i know there's a different kind of diorshow mascara that is meant to lengthen, and i've heard good things about that, especially when used with the regular diorshow mascara.
also, you might want to look into mascaras that have bristles like the define-a-lash, cuz those are made to help lengthen and not clump.
in terms of the cream, you might want to look at www.sephora.com cuz they always have good stuff, and i remember seeing a product that did what you are asking for, but i forgot what it was. try surfing over there.
Reply:for the lotion try breathe delight from bath %26amp; body works or body glow from walgreens
Reply:the covergirls work really well because they dont clump.
uhm all mascaras make your eyelashes long just not 'super'long try a lengthinzing one or a voluming one
Reply:Buy the L'Orealy Voluminous mascarra. It makes your lashes look longer and thicker without that clump.
And for your skin... I don't know... but you should check the L'orealy skin products/concelears or foundations.
I like there brand a lot.
Reply:I know of the new mascara that i absolutely luv!!!
It's called define-a-lash mascara from Maybeline.
It's in a green tube and it doesn't have a fur/hair brush, but the brussels are like short and rubbery. The body of it kinda looks like a catapillar! LOL! Not to scare you or anything, but this make my lashes super-super-super long and it stays in FOREVER! with out black circles around the eyes.
Sorry, I don't know about the skin creme.
Reply:Define-a-lash by maybelline is the best, I have only heard good reviews on it.
As for a cream for your skin... I would go to a good cosmetologist who can actually see your skin and reccomend a good product.
Reply:dont be wrong be nic eand other people are not nice too you u look them sright in the eye and say dont like black live out my face bad person
Reply:for your skin try using vaseline cocoa butter
for your eyelashes at night apply the jelly kind of vaseline and for the day use defien a lash by maybelline
agave
eyelashes super longer.. or will make
my eyelashes grow longer?
Is there a cream or sumthen that will blend my skin
color in? My skin is Bronze but golden or beige spots/discoloration messes it up.
Beauty..Girls only help??
yeah, i agree, define-a-lash by maybelline is good, but for the best results, put on Diorshow mascara first, and then apply define-a-lash. the results are AMAZINGGGGGG. also, i know there's a different kind of diorshow mascara that is meant to lengthen, and i've heard good things about that, especially when used with the regular diorshow mascara.
also, you might want to look into mascaras that have bristles like the define-a-lash, cuz those are made to help lengthen and not clump.
in terms of the cream, you might want to look at www.sephora.com cuz they always have good stuff, and i remember seeing a product that did what you are asking for, but i forgot what it was. try surfing over there.
Reply:for the lotion try breathe delight from bath %26amp; body works or body glow from walgreens
Reply:the covergirls work really well because they dont clump.
uhm all mascaras make your eyelashes long just not 'super'long try a lengthinzing one or a voluming one
Reply:Buy the L'Orealy Voluminous mascarra. It makes your lashes look longer and thicker without that clump.
And for your skin... I don't know... but you should check the L'orealy skin products/concelears or foundations.
I like there brand a lot.
Reply:I know of the new mascara that i absolutely luv!!!
It's called define-a-lash mascara from Maybeline.
It's in a green tube and it doesn't have a fur/hair brush, but the brussels are like short and rubbery. The body of it kinda looks like a catapillar! LOL! Not to scare you or anything, but this make my lashes super-super-super long and it stays in FOREVER! with out black circles around the eyes.
Sorry, I don't know about the skin creme.
Reply:Define-a-lash by maybelline is the best, I have only heard good reviews on it.
As for a cream for your skin... I would go to a good cosmetologist who can actually see your skin and reccomend a good product.
Reply:dont be wrong be nic eand other people are not nice too you u look them sright in the eye and say dont like black live out my face bad person
Reply:for your skin try using vaseline cocoa butter
for your eyelashes at night apply the jelly kind of vaseline and for the day use defien a lash by maybelline
agave
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