What do I use to fix this?

[Anonymous]

I used to have bad issues with acne and oily face but ever since I got the proactive (soap only) after a year of use I had no issues with either, at least I'm pretty sure. Acne was no problem anymore but as for oily forehead I don't know if I just didn't notice my forehead was oily or if it was actually normal. Basically i ran out of proactive and now had to use neutrogena and for some reason it does everything bad to my face. When I use it it dries the crap out of my face, it doesn't stop oily forehead, and it doesn't defend well against acne. I want to find a soap that #1 prevents oily forehead throughout the day, #2 doesn't make your face dry, and #3 really protects against acne.

[ThinkPrettyThoughts]

Why don't you just go back to proactive? It's expensive, but in your case, it's obviously worth it! I say make the proactive investment.

If going back to proactive isn't an option for you then you can try drug store products. Aveeno and Cetaphil are my two favorites. I also have a problem with oily skin, so I would recommend buying products that are clearly marked "oil free." Don't use greasy products because they'll, well, make you greasy! You can also try an oil free moisturizer (they even make acne fighting moisturizers too!). This will hydrate your skin and a lot of professionals say that having dehydrated skin can lead to excess oil production. I heard that whenever you buy a new face product you should stick with it for AT LEAST 3 months to ensure that it's working for you. Changing products and having acne flare up is totally normal. If you're acne is unbearable and painful since switching to Neutrogena then I suggest that you stop using it right away.

[Asker]

Well the thing is I used to use neutrogena before for a long time and it messed me up like now so I know it doesn't work I use it just because it's better than reg soap and as for the proactive thing I am trying to find it cheap and stuff but I still want to find out what's best to help get my skin not too freakin oily and not like a piece of sandpaper so kind of like how normal skin everywhere else is aha but yea I'll try that Aveeno and Cetaphil for 3 months like you said and see what happens, thanks for the advice! 😊

[Snow-Wolf18]

You should go back to using Proactive if it works for you. I tried it and it made my skin red and angry so I had to quit using it. Anyway, when you have acne, the best thing to do is to stick with something that works for you. Stop with the Neutrogena and either go back to Proactive or try something new. Use oil free products that aren't harsh and make sure to moisturize your skin after cleansing it. If you can, try and use a pH-balanced wash to keep your skin balanced. Our skin has a particular acid level and products can mess with that and throw it off balance and cause acne in some cases. Just be gentle with your skin because harsh things can make it way worse.

Good luck. Acne is never fun to deal with.