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I cant get rid of my forehead acne! i have tried alot of acne spot treatments, toothpaste, cinammon with honey, and black soap. im 18 yeard old, female. please help, im stressing out, i never had acne till i turn 17 but it wasnt bad and it would go away b

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Dermatologist: Please see a dermatologist regarding your condition. There are prescription medications that can help you... home remedies can only go so far.

Answered 12/22/2015

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Real Rx: The remedies you listed are all worthless "pop" remedies. Some are actually cruel internet pranks. If topical benzoyl peroxide has not produced a good result in a few weeks, get with your personal physician who can add something that will.

Answered 12/30/2015

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Toothpaste: I don't know who starts this hoax, but toothpaste can badly damage your skin. As you have experienced, OTC's, off label applications (like using toothpaste on forehead instead of teeth), and Internet "solutions" are at best worthless, at worst harmful. For best treatment please see a skin specialist, a Dermatologist. They treat problems like yours all day every day. See a Pro.

Answered 12/24/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Intractable acne: If you've tried everything and are still seeing red, it's a sign you should see a dermatologist for evaluation and treatment.

Answered 12/24/2015

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