Acne advice?

I know most people have acne at some point in their lives but mine has reached the point where it's intollerable.It's been an up and down battle for the last 5 years now and i'm at the end of my teather. I've tried many kinds of oils,lotions,scrubs,washes,sprays,creams... I've tried 3 strong prescribed topical treatments with benzoyl peroxide including one which managed to give me three perminant white patches and managed to "burn" the mole right off my cheek,without actually bothering the acne I will add.
And i've tried Oxytetracycline and Doxycycline (both helped but didn't clear it even with the aid of a topical treatment)
Other than Accutane or Proactiv,what can I do to help treat it?
I know it can be done.I've seen people my age with flawless skin,heck i've seen teenagers who have it worst with perfectly flawless skin. So what is the secret,how is it done!?

You're not alone! I had the same thing for just about a 5 year period. i tried some of the same products you mentioned and experienced the same burning, irritation, etc...the side effects seemed worse than the acne!

The one method I stand by to this day is Acne Free in 3 Days, this system worked great for me (and one of my girlfriends friends I might add). I was skeptical at first, but gave it a shot. The best part was no side effects except a clear complexion. This sucker actually cleared up some scarring I had from previous outbreaks, cant beat that!

Hope this helped, just keep searching, you will find your solution, remember, not everyone is the same, your body will react differently than others. I attribute this to my failure with the above mentioned products....

Have you tried changing your diet at all? Some would think junk food but that isn't entirely true. Different food effect everyone differently. Sure, junk food has more fat/oils that could potentially make you break out but it doesn't happen to everyone.

I also heard that sun light can help with acne. I can vouch for this one. I started tanning(tanning salon) a few years ago and I found that it help with the acne. I wouldn't go to get the tan. I'd just go in for 5-7 mins to get the benefits a few times a month....not to mention it's cheap and relaxing. :)

(Many might disagree with this one though since tanning is known to damage skin...that is why I recommend doing it minimaly.)

the secret is to rub cat urine all over your face.

All you can do it wash your face EVERYDAY with a good scrub. You could try a sauna everyday, that really cleans out pours, and there is a way to do it at home for free, easy.
Boil some water, till it is absolutely bubbling. Then, pour it into a large bowl that can withstand heat, like a microwavable pot. Then, put that on a table, and get a towel. Put your head over the steaming pot of water, then put the towel over your head. this traps in steam, opening pores, and cleans them out so well. Do this maybe 1-2 a week, maybe less, and your pores will be cleaner. I dont know if this gets rid of acne, but if your pores are clean, then they shouldent break out as often.
Hope I could help!

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