actually i had a troubling acne problem. There are 3 ways to fight the war against acne: over the counter treatments (like proactive or department store acne face washes), dermatologist prescribed ointments or creams (such as differin), or prescribed oral medications. I have tried all 3 and I will give you the rundown on them all.
OVER THE COUNTER TREATMENTS:
most acne face washes contain benzoyl peroxide, which is most effective for whiteheads and teenage acne. But sometimes (like in my case), even if you are a teenager benzoyl peroxide products may not be effective. What I have found to be highly effective in both teenage and adult acne, %26amp; also whiteheads and blackheads, are products with Solicylic acid. If the 12 year old girl your refering to really likes Clean %26amp; Clear products I would recomend their blackhead clearing scrub. When I used it, i saw improvement in my acne in about a couple of weeks.
DERMATOLOGIST PRESCIBED OINTMENTS/GELS:
These types of medication are not too expensive depending on which ones you use. On average they may run from around $45-120 a tube. I used Differin which was about $50. All you do is apply the cream once a day after cleansing the face. The tubes usually last about a month or so and usually releive the acne symptoms within a couple of weeks. The problem with these products is that they quite frequently cause skin irratation (redness and peeling).
ORAL MEDICATIONS:
I would suggest that she go to her doctor and ask about an antibacterial medication called MINOCYCLINE. It's a pill taken twice a day and is very inexpensive, in fact most insurance companies will cover it. My great-grandma and I are covered by medicare and they are able to pay the full cost. This type of drug doesn't need to be prescribed by a derm, you can get a prescription from your family doctor or any clinic. With this medication, her face should be totally acne free within 3 weeks. I've been using it for a year and a half and have not had a pimple since. hope this helps.Can you help reccomend a acne wash that works? read below for skin specifics?
First of all NEVER EVER PICK AT YOUR ACNE IT CREATED SCARS
Neutrogena products and Clean %26amp; Clear would be perfect for her. A wash toner and moisturizer with SPF but oil free would be a good regimen for a young girl. also vitamins!
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