Question 1

i have brown skin & in my teens. i really want to have good skin over summer break. mild acne on my face &i want natural way for clear glowing face. ?

Accepted Answer

See below: You may consult this site for home remedies. You may need to try more than one treatment. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco or alcohol in any form. 
Practice safe sex. 
Get HPV vaccine.

Question 2

is clenziderm good for teen acne?

Accepted Answer

Possibly....: The primary active agent in clenziderm is salicylic acid 2%. This may remove the excess oil and dirt as well as superficial dead skin cells by exfoliation. However, without actually being able to view the skin and acne you are concerned about, no blanket recommendation can be given for any single product. Acne is graded in severity. Based on the grade, more precise effective therapy can be chosen.

Question 3

have brown skin.i never tried any face creams. in my teens.dry skin with tiny pimples around face.any good basic cream to reduce acne and have glow?

Accepted Answer

See below: Please consult this site for home treatment. You may need to try more than one treatment to see what works for you. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco or alcohol in any form. 
Practice safe sex. 
Get HPV vaccine.

Question 4

whats the good treatment for acne?

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Several options help: For treatment of acne, over-the-counter benzoyl peroxide gel/cream is quite helpful. If desired, a doctor can add an antibiotic gel/cream such as Cleocin (clindamycin) gel. If more help is needed, prescription retinoids such as Retin-A or Differin gel can be used instead of benzoyl peroxide. Oral antibiotics such as tetracycline can be used also. If acne is quite severe, a dermatologist can help.

Question 5

whats a good face washing routine for acne?

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Acne and washing: Twice daily cleansing with an appropriate acne cleanser is more than enough. More washing will irritate skin. Microabrasive cleansers will irritate as well. Blackheads are not dirt, but concreted body oils turned brown by enzymes in the skin. Acne cleanings by an aesthetician in a dermatologist's office can help as well.

Question 6

whats a good treatment for acne and scars?

Accepted Answer

A few options: For over the counter methods try using products that have benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, alcohol, and acetone. For prescription treatments you may be prescribed antibiotics, retinoids or vitamin a derivatives, azelaic acid, oral contraceptives, or spironolactone. Always ask a dermatologist about the possible affects and the risks vs benefits of each treatment. Make sure it's best for you.

Question 7

is it a good idea to be dying your acnes with chloramphenicol?

Accepted Answer

Get real care: An antibiotic should never be sole treatment for acne. If topical benzoyl peroxide has not cleared you in two weeks, your physician is the best person to see. Perhaps topical Clindamycin would be a better choice for a second Rx.

Question 8

can you please describe good/bad foods to eat if you have acne?

Accepted Answer

No fatty foods: Avoid cheese, butter, oil and fatty foods.

Question 9

is baby wipes good for acne?

Accepted Answer

Scientific Rx: Don't waste your time. If topical benzoyl peroxide has not cleared you after two weeks, get with your physician for prescription-strength medicine. Acne is a chronic, non-lifestyle-related, non-hygiene-related disease that cannot be cured but can be managed. If you are responsible for physical & emotional health of a teen, please get junior to effective treatment.

Question 10

is panthenol good for minor acne problems ?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: There are reports of some benefit.  Looks like you are already on retin a (tretinoin) which has an excellent track record in the treatment of acne.

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Is clenziderm good for teen acne?

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Have brown skin.i never tried any face creams. in my teens.dry skin with tiny pimples around face.any good basic cream to reduce acne and have glow?

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Whats a good face washing routine for acne?

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