Please provide some do's and don'ts on overcoming acne.

Ignore: Use your treatment religiously for 3 months. If it's not working, then get a different/stronger Rx.

Ignore: If you have insurance, go see your doctor. They have good stuff e.g. Tretinoin and doxycycline.

Don't: Don't scrub too hard! You will only irritate the skin.

Do: Consume 3,500 mg to 4,000 mg of omega 3 fatty acids each day to help manage your acne.

Ignore: Dietary restriction of foods in high sugar content and using a ph balanced cleanser to wash.

Ignore: Use ice on swollen, tender cysts, but don't try to pop them.

Ignore: Over the counter medications with benzoyl peroxide are available to help treat this condition.

Do: Do cleanse skin 2-3 times daily with antibacterial soap. Follow with witch hazel. Don't squeeze.

Ignore: Do NOT pick your acne spots as it can cause scarring Do also wear sunscreen if developing darkspots.

Ignore: Healthy food is a big part of healthy skin. Avoid fatty, processed foods; maintain a healthy weight.