Question 1

does lemon juice work as a good acne remedy?

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No: I have never heard of lemon juice being used as a remedy for acne. You should see your general doctor or dermatologist who can give you prescription medications to get it better.

Question 2

acne home remedy?

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Sulfur granules: Fowler's acne formula calls for the use of flower of sulfur granules topically on skin.  Can use with weak Benzoyl Peroxide Gel 2.5 % for pimples and salicylic acid for papules.  Acne is diabetes of the skin. Eat healthy, get good sleep, exercise, and reduce stress, especially stress over the appearance of skin. Acne may be a awake up call to make changes to enhance over all health.

Question 3

what is the best acne home remedy?

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OTC Rx: Benzoyl peroxide is the only over-the-counter product that is recognized as effective for acne; a few folks have reported success with tea-tree oil. You'd do well to add some prescription rx in consultation with your physician; topical clindmycin is a good choice. Dermatologists have stronger stuff. This is the 21st century & you have a right to be acne-free if you wish.

Question 4

whats the most effective acne home remedy?

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Benzoyl peroxide: This is the best over-the-counter product. "pop" remedies like squeezing a lemon onto the pimple or smearing yourself with honey won't work and are unworthy of someone living in the 21st century. All acne is manageable by scientific medicine. If you are responsible for a young person with acne, and you fail to get them the scientific rx a physician can offer, it'll be a lifetime of regrets.

Question 5

at 16 how do i get rid of acne home remedy?

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Get a real Rx: You deserve 21st centjry treatment. Being 16 years old is hard enough. I start with topical clindamycin, plus benzoyl peroxide if there aren't a lot of blackheads or a retinoic acid derivative if there are. A woman is often cleared by the oral contraceptive pill. If it's harder to manage, i add a systemic antibiotic appropriate for the person. Dermatologists have the big guns. Good luck.

Question 6

what is the difference between a home remedy acne remover and a branded acne remover. which is safest? which is most effective

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No difference: You're 13 and young to be here, but I'm glad you're taking a proactive approach to your health. "Home remedies" are worthless internet junk like lemons, honey and pepper. Get some topical benzoyl peroxide and use as tolerated for two weeks. If you are not clear, pick up the phone and make an appointment with your personal physician. You owe it to yourself to do this. Best wishes.

Question 7

applying retin-a for acne as per dermtolgist for 2 weeks, but face became extremely dry, stiff &tightness(though acne reduced)any remedy?should i stop?

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RetinA: Topical Retin-A can cause skin dryness.  You should follow up with your dermatologist to manage both the acne and the dryness.

Question 8

what's a good remedy for acne on my back?

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Gels/creams for acne: For treatment of acne, over-the-counter benzoyl peroxide gel/cream is helpful. If desired, a doctor can add an antibiotic gel/cream. If more help is needed, prescription retinoids such as Retin-A or differin (adapalene) gel can be used instead of benzoyl peroxide. Oral contraceptives (for women) and oral antibiotics are options also. If acne is quite severe, a dermatologist may prescribe oral accutane.

Question 9

whats a good home remedy for acne?

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Many good ones: There are many home remedies for acne. Vitamin a, c, e, d, zinc, selenium & chromium & fish oil can help. Minimize fried foods, dairy and sweets. 
An interesting website that discusses home remedies is http://www.Earthclinic.Com/cures/acne.Html
here people discuss what has and has not worked for them. Apple cider vinegar & hydrogen peroxide are the 2 most popular ones listed.

Question 10

can there be a real home remedy for acne?

Accepted Answer

No: None of the folk treatments will touch it. Topical benzoyl peroxide is the only over-the-counter remedy that's got a chance. All acne can be managed nowadays -- this is the 21st century -- but the medicines are rightly only available by your physician's prescription. Good luck.

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