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horrible horrible skin
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Well, I've had spots on my chin and forehead since, like, the beginning of puberty as I have T-zone skin. But they aren't leaving. When I go to the doctor I get gel stuff to put on and that makes my skin dry and painful. Now I've suddenly got spots on my cheeks too but I don't know if they are actual spots, or a rash, as my mam has acne rosacea and has a rash over her cheeks. So I'm going to go to the doctor about that. Plus, I've got cuts and dry skin at the corners of my mouth. Basically, my whole face is in a terrible condition and I don't know what to do about it. Using cleansers, witch hazel and skin creams doesn't seem to be doing much. I'm attempting to drink more but... 
Can anyone give me any tips on getting rid of the spots, at least? Because the general state is getting me down. I mean, I can cover the redness etc up with make-up but in the long run that isn't going to help.
Can anyone give me any tips on getting rid of the spots, at least? Because the general state is getting me down. I mean, I can cover the redness etc up with make-up but in the long run that isn't going to help. 0
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my mum has always had bad skin, and the doctor just used to give her antibiotics and harsh creams, which made it worse. and then she went to see a dermatologist, and they knew exactly what to do.
also this site has a lot of useful info.
Dry skin: make sure you wear sunblock when you go out because i know from my experience that when you have spots and you use creams your skin not only goes dry but really sensitive which causes the redness.
acne: i have terrible skin and i've tried everything, first off make sure you've tried panoxyl cream...which usually clears acne up, dunno if its available over the counter in england but talk to your doctor
if that doesnt work then try something like zineryt (this burns skin like hell but is really good) not available over the counter in england so would be best to go see your GP
then you could try retin-a cream...dries your skin out and makes it really sensitive...you'll need to use a sunblock with this one.
if you've tried that then i'd say try antibiotics although they did nothing for me...but work with alot of people and they dont dry out your skin...however are usually perscibed with a cream.
if you've tried that and its not worked then i would say go for roacatane (?sp) i say this is a last resort as it dries your skin lips and eyes out terribly so you'll need to invest in a oil-free sunblock, the best lipbalm you can get hold of (which i find to be carmex) and if you already suffer from dry eyes then some lubricating drops.
you cant take roacatane if you may get pregnant as it will seriously deform the baby. some people also cant take this as it affects their kidneys/liver (cant remember which one) so you need monthly blood tests and can lead to difficulties getting pregnant in extreme cases...not available over the counter in any circumstances but if your desperate then go for this...comes in pill form and treatment can last up to 9months.
hope i've helped
give it a try
and go see a dermo BUT do not take any steroids because they damage the skin more not less and they can make it thinner
Luby
use a good moisturiser (vaseline intensive care moisturiser is good) and lay off the facewashes, perhaps just using a gentle one with no alcohol every couple of days. thats what i do, i mainly just use warm water followed by cold water and a flannel.
also the doc might put you on the contraceptive pill that is specifically designed for bad skin. dianette cleared my skin up.
That's what the doc did for me, he put me on Marvelon, and i am starting to see an improvement, but it does take time
My friend was put on anti-biotics for her skin and I was amazed by the results. Her face was really bad...the kind of spots that you can't cover with make up and were really sore for her to even lightly touch. So maybe anti-biotics is something to talk to your doctor about.
As for washing your skin and usuing lots of products on itI agree with the others. It's probably not helping, you'll be drying your skin out even more if you use lots of products contained alcohol.
Good luck with going to see the doctor
Again good luck!
I have the same problem, usually occurs when im ill or run down - you can get a cream that you apply from the doctors. iv used it and it works, i know how uncomfortable these cuts can be. sorry can't remember what it is called, but ask your doctor. it could be genetic also, my mum gets the same thing i do
I also get the corner cracked bits and they are really sore i put vaseline on them to lock in moisture and they heal within a few days
So yeh just some suggestions that may help...
Now they do have a price to them, but instead of splashing out and buying, they do little packs for you to take home and test for a week or so to see how you feel- they have tons of testers so don't be afraid to ask for them and about them, they are there to help you if you do decide to check em out!
Anyway, I'm a big fan of clinique so that's why I'm bigging them up- have a look also on their website clinique.co.uk and last thing, when you wear make up, ensure you do fully remove it - it's surprising how much you leave on and clog spot heaven!!
Hope this helps!!
Malt Monk xx
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Do a search on this site for the words Honey and Zinc - cos I've posted about them enough times now.
I read your posts about honey a while ago... but I sleep on my front so I don't think that would work out lol, sadly.
You don't have to sleep in it, I'm sure you spend a few hour a day watching Tv or on the PC or something at home, where you could use it and it wouldn't rub off.