How to Treat Acne Without Spending a Lot on a Dermatologist

[Hyped_up_on_coffee]

Visiting a dermatologist can be expensive and its not something everyone can aford to do. Besides some of the medications they perscribe can dry out your skin and some extreme medications like ACCUTANE can cause serious side effects in the long run. Not to mention there are more natural and less expensive ways to treat the problem. Sure some acne is genetic but other can be mainly be lifestyle related as diet and products we put on our face can influence the health of our skin . This article will discuss lifestyle changes and other small things we can do in order to achieve healthier skin, along with noting short cuts companies take to make cheeper products that may affect our skin .

Dietary changes

Eating greasy and sugary foods can contribute a lot to your skin health. So reduce the amount of fast food you consume along with sugary drinks such as pop and some juices. Drink more water instead as it helps hydrate your skin and flushes out some toxins. Ditch refined grains as it is highly processed and not great for you anyways. Eat more Green vegetables they are packed with Vitamin A and nutrients that fight acne, wrinkles, sun damage and inflammation. Green tea is also good for acne and inflamation in general.

Sulfates in Shampoo and Parabens in Skin Products

Most Shampoo's have a compound named sulfate that is also used in dishwasher soap and laundry soaps. It is just a cheap substance that causes the shampoo to get really foamy , but it is also harsh and depleats the skin from it's natural oils . This makes your skin try to replentish the natural oils quickly and causes acne . My skin got a lot better when I swiched to Sulfate free shampoo. A lot other skin products I have switched to are also Paraben free. Parabens are simply chemicals that are used as preservatives in a lot of cosmetic products and face washes. Some people have slight alergic reactions to parabens and as a result have some skin problems like acne , eczema and redness . But most importantly they can cause some forms of cancer , but that's for another lecture.

Products That Work Great

Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay works great , it is a hard core facial that cleans out your pores. It pulsates when you have it on because it is literally that hard core. Its a bit uncomfortable but leaves your skin feeling incredibly clean.

Alba Botanica ACNEdote Face & Body Scrub works wonders if you have acne on your body as well, I just like their company and products in general because they are natural and paraben free. It smells great.

Yes To Tomatoes Acne Treatment Spot Stick is also pretty great its a spot treatment for problem areas. It also is natural and doesn't dry out your skin.

If you absolutely need to pop one just try getting one of these Acne Blackhead Removal Needle Tool just make sure to clean your hands first and sanitize your tools and don't press so hard that you dammage your skin.

For annoying Scars try Nadinola Face Discoloration Fade Cream you can also find it in the ethenic section in walmart. Its a skin bleach so I would only sugest putting it on scars and not your whole face . If not you will get a new skin tone.

Talk to you doctor about Birth Control if you are a girl it helps regulate your hormones and menstrual cycle.

Also remember to get a moisturizer that works well for your skin type

Here is a list of companies that make Paraben Free skin care :

• Yes to Tomatoes


• Alba Botanica


• Burts Bees


• Alaffia


• Suki’s Naturals


• Avalon Organics


• Weleda


• Tom’s of Maine


• Aubrey Organics


• Dr. Bronner’s


• California Baby


• Dr.Hauschka


• Terressentials


• Badger


• Nature’s Gate


• JASON


• Kiss My Face


• Pangea

[iwrestledamooseonce]

Making a paste out of baking soda and water is godsend. Dab it onto a single pimple with a Q-tip and go to bed with white, crusty stuff on your face. Wake up in the morning, wash it off, and your pimple will be all dried out and nearly gone.
Side note: This works for ME and my skin type. What works for me may piss off your skin and cause it to create more zits. Here are some other solutions that I have found work pretty well:
Lemon juice
Aspirin (crush it up, add some water, and make a paste)
Tea tree oil
Thyme
Witch hazel
Apple cider vinegar (Smelly, yes, but amazing!)
... Among many others. I'm sure you're capable of doing a Google search for 'acne remedies'.
Cheers!

[Seduciary]

I personally would get a low dose of accutane (5-10mg) from a non-prescription online source. I've taken this route in the past. 10mg can work wonders, unless the acne is so severe, it requires a larger dosage, which would then increase the possibility of side effects.

[chailey98]

I like what you put out. This is good for the average acne sufferer. Going to a dermatologist is the next step if the problem persists. People that suffer would be amazed at what simply washing with facial cleansers does. Nice Take

[abundantlyrich]

Interesting products there. I've always used weleda and dr bronner

[fuentesdeamor]

Great Take!!