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3 Steps To Fix Your Acne WITHOUT A Prescription | Skincare Made Simple by The Budget Dermatologist

by The Budget Dermatologist

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Published 13 Aug 2021

Acne deserves MORE than just a 5 minute doctor visit… I am telling you ALL the extra "stuff" that goes along with an acne treatment plan. These 3 steps are often overlooked or not even mentioned in acne treatment discussions. Incorporate these tips into your acne treatment plan and see the results for yourself! GET YOUR ACNE HANDOUT HERE! https://bit.ly/3yN6F5Y Products Mentioned in the Video! Clean Skin Club Face Towels: Use code BUDGETDERM for 20% OFF https://bit.ly/31g7mFu I use the Bamboo Clean Towels XL Silk pillowcase (100% Pure silk, OEKO-TEX certified free of harmful chemicals and toxins): https://amzn.to/3jMxfpz 12 PACK! Pillowcases: https://amzn.to/37CYAVs Micellar water: https://shop-links.co/1748897405320110642 My FAVORITE Acne products (without a prescription!): Differin: https://amzn.to/3j1Lkir Acne cleanser (2% Salicylic Acid): https://shop-links.co/1748902387837656134 Acne cleanser (Benzoyl peroxide): https://shop-links.co/1748896356733087733 Acne Leave-on product: https://shop-links.co/1748902411753548178 Acne Leave-on product: https://shop-links.co/1748896015388113003 Acne Mask: https://shop-links.co/1748896218114010266 Acne Patches: https://amzn.to/3m22pMe Mattifying Sunscreen for Acne-prone skin: https://shop-links.co/1748897903827385536 Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:55 Step #1 02:55 External Causes of Acne 04:45 Acne skincare towels 10:03 Step #2 11:45 Step #3 13:34 What to expect with these changes SHOP MY SHELF! All my top skincare picks are here, organized by Video topic. https://myshlf.us/thebudgetdermatologist Let's keep in touch! Join my e-mail list here: https://bit.ly/3A3huBs *This description contains affiliate links. I may earn from qualifying purchases. This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are my own. Check out my other Acne skincare routine videos here! Your Differin Skincare Routine | Acne + Anti-aging Solution with Adapalene /watch/g-flK03Kf1pKl Complete Skincare Routines for Acne | Dermatologist Dr. Maren Locke | The Budget Dermatologist /watch/UVxIum-G5GUGI ✨Social Media✨ Instagram: @TheBudgetDermatologist Disclaimer: This content is created for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Your viewing, commenting or subscribing to this YouTube channel does not create a physician-patient relationship. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read/listened to on this channel. The statements made about specific products are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

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@lilarose93482 years ago I don’t eat dairy or gluten anymore. A big difference from cutting out dairy. I bought 10 wash cloths and only use one at night for my face (1x use). Haven’t broken out since then. I change my pillowcase every time I wash my hair. Retinoic acid nightly may be helping as well. ... 80
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@morkoshenen3 years ago Really appreciate and respect your science-based videos. 2
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@Ash_8762 years ago Thank you SO much for flagging the importance of diet! My mom and I have both noticed breakouts get triggered by specific foods (especially pork and vegetable oils) so it’s so refreshing to hear you mention this as a factor here!
The tips on external factors were also fantastic! Thank you for breaking everything down so well! ... 10
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@jaynefinlayson75393 years ago Your channel is literally the best, I am a fully qualfied beauty therpaist and I feel this has really helped my confidence when talking to clients about acne thank you 5
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@marialisboa8908last year Excellent video! Will definitely add the towel & pillowcase routine to my son's acne treatment steps. Thank you! 2
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@acarabajal84323 years ago Loved your sunscreen content and all your content really, thanks! 2
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@cjh61693 years ago I love the LED Mask you recommended. I have used it for over a month and have seen great results. 1
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@HolliegraceFashion808last year Great & awesome doc . I am more confident to face my clients who’s having severe acne . More power & God bless u doc. 2
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@qpwoeoru68393 years ago Thanks ms you deserve much love you really changed my life 2
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@db-gb5xi3 years ago Nice to see this addressed. I've seen something similar from Dr Alexis Stephens but not all seem to mention it. 1
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@CallieRoseStark73 years ago Wonderful video! Can you make a more in depth video of diet and acne. Maybe discuss common triggers that you notice? 5
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@arababe47293 years ago Loving the intro, Maren! Thank you for this video.. I love how well explained this video is. It is simple and organized. You look so pretty!!❣️ 21
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@logresiagaroes75139 months ago My daughter's are struggling with acne , I will be glad if you're advice will help them 😊 4
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@sibling_drawers3 years ago As a person who has been fighting acne since teenage (I'm 32 now) it's really annoying 😔 recently started proper skin care... I have seen a little change in my skin but no change in my acne... I'll start on with your suggestions... Thanks Doc😊 ... 53
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@michelerons3 years ago This is excellent info!! I have used a silk pillowcase for years because I heard they help prevent wrinkles but the one I have is getting old, so I just ordered the one in your links. And washing brushes daily is a great idea! Looking forward to your future videos! ... 7
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@bunnyhoney3143 years ago A video on hand skin care would be cool. I'm almost done my current hand cream and would love some advice on the best drug store options :) 8
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@bachxuanquang28372 years ago Fantastic video! Thank you very much from Taiwan.
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@nelly47262 years ago Thank u so much doc! Love from Malaysia!❤
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@rani16343 years ago Thank you so much for your suggestions you are awesome 1
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@theloquan3 years ago This is right on the money. In my experience, these are all truly the most impactful factors in the state of my skin. For me, it’s the diet more than anything. That was tough to admit but it made the biggest difference.
The effects of my skincare products (even Rx retinoids) are negligible compared to these things you’ve mentioned. Thanks for the candor! ... 30
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@messybunonabudget87733 years ago 🙌 this makes so much sense, but I don’t remember hearing this anywhere else. Thank you for talking more about overall skincare, not just skincare products!!! Haywire hormones and a very stressful couple of years have caused major acne flairs over the last 3ish years. Finally this year I discovered your channel and doctorly. Started retinoids but was having severe dryness and redness even when I was just using it once a week. Switched to a gentle cleanser, cut my SA use to once a week, stopped using HA and differen together before bed, and used the lotion sandwich method for applying different. YOU ALL HAVE ANSWERED MY ACNE PRAYERS! I’m six months into my skincare overhaul, adding products or treatments sooo slowly, and my skin barrier can now handle differin 3x week with no peeling. My acne is mostly gone. And my red acne marks (post inflammatory erythema) are beginning to fade! ... 3
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@annbustillo18333 years ago Thank you all your video is very helpful..looking forward on your videos
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@damianaranguren67362 years ago You are as pretty on the outside as you seem to be on the inside. Thanks for providing all the videos and info. 2
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@nicoleonfeels3 years ago I've had acne for over half my life... tried everything.
Finally starting to enjoy the process, listening to my skin & understanding the ingredients thanks to videos like these 😁 41
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@maryamshafqat22773 years ago Its a really amazing video keep it up 😃 👏 1
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@GriBlanco3 years ago Can you please do a video on how to build one’s skin barrier? Like a routine for that. 2
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@amandalim6823 years ago I love your videos! Just curious, how long should I wait to apply moisturizer after retinoids? 2
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@MzShortcake3103 years ago I'd like to request if you could discuss enzyme exfoliants. Thank you. 1
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@marypulapa37432 years ago Thank you Doc 🫶🏻 your new subscriber 🥳
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@dr.anniesavagend-balancing92222 years ago Yes!!! Everyone deserves healthy clear skin. Great video :) 2
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@vasiadurrain65743 years ago Hi please make a video on teenage acne and total skin care routine please . My daughter is 13yrs old 1
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@katho99783 years ago I had cystic hormonal acne and once I stopped using full coverage foundations and changed them to tints, bb/cc creams, less powder and started washing ALL my sponges and brushes, my skin got better significantly. (the pillow case one too, I just wash mine every 4th night.) I try not to use too many products on my skin and now it’s CLEAR! (cleanser, acne treatment, moisturizer & spf if going outside.) I only get a break out during my period or I eat dairy/sugary foods.
she’s so absolutely right about everything. unfortunately, not all dermatologist tell you this :( I had to learn it myself before someone told me this. ... 8
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@allisonvanderploeg17742 years ago These tips have really helped my acne improve! Thank you so much! Could you share what products or tips you suggest for getting rid of old acne scarring? 5
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@natasharaad34092 years ago You forgot to mention Sibo ( digestive enzymes) and leaky gut, zinc internally and zinc topically ☺️ 4
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@TheViniCulture3 years ago Your hair is gorgeous ❤️ thanks for the advice! 32
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@creativegemarts2 years ago Can you do a video to remove blackheads please? 💕 2
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@jasonbrueggeman43643 years ago How about a video for shaving acne prone skin. This is something I been battling with since I was a teen, been to dermatologist a few times over years they tell me I have sensitive skin and folliculitis. There has to be something to put this to rest that I can use long term. ... 5
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@eobrien13 years ago Awesome intro! I definitely do the pillowcase thing. I use satin & have 4 of them. I flip the pillow to a new side each night, change every 2 days, and then I still only have to do laundry once a week. Helps my rosacea a lot too. Both the satin w less friction & getting any saliva & leftover product etc off from face ... 12
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@stacianne74363 years ago Thank you for giving me guidance on how to help my teen son’s acne. 2
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@yinifaith74712 years ago Your videos are life changing 😢 can u review Asian sunscreens that are good too? Like beauty of Joseon (which broke me out) or biore UV or skin 1004 Centella one? ❤❤❤ 1
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@louieggg2132 years ago Always had really bad acne then started working out a lot, got in shape and started eating better and my acne nearly disappeared but I was stupid and stopped my healthy habits and now it’s back again 😞.
At least I know how to deal with it ... 1
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@jayatidave28643 years ago Okay so the thing is I've never had acne untill now!! And hygiene both hand hygiene and what ever is touching my face has actually helped!! I don't use pillows though 🙄 so I change bed covers every alternate days!🇮🇳 3
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@sanyamtripathi83333 years ago Dear gorgeous mam . Your the best . I want to ask you how to treat sun tanning . ?🙏❤️❤️
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@mayramartinez-shaw28683 years ago Thanks for the information. Would love a video about accutane along with your thoughts and pros and cons. 1
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@Mishish16183 years ago Hi Dr Maren, thank you for all your wonderful had already made a great impact on my life through my skin.😍
Just a query, can you please make a video for skin care for teenagers. My 11year old girl is showing signs of acne/black head eruptions especially around nose.I’m really worried.
Thank you for the all the information. ... 5
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@chantelstephens9043 years ago Can you please compare your favourite under eye anti aging drugstore product "Avenue Retrinal" to "Avene A-oxitive" and "Avene Pysiolift" 2
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@raynawarren20373 years ago Speaking on diet causing issues I've learned that eating tomatoes sadly is the main cause for me. So can't eat anything with it ☹ plz talk more about diet and issues 2
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@Magmis14last year My mom attacks my face an pops the pimples. It leaves annoying scabs and it hurts. I needed this
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@pamelahough38963 years ago Complex carbs for me. Whenever I eat rolls from texas roadhouse. Better believe it! Pimple next week! 🤣 nothing to worry too much since retinol is to the rescue!
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@gabrielehackenberg94013 years ago Hi, I live in Germany and watch your Videos all the time. I love them!!! But where can I buy the products here in Germany???Can you help me? Best regards fromMunic Gabrielle ... 1
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@thientran-rd3qk3 years ago i suffered acne for more than 13 years... tried all creams and medcine, but only one thing works: DIET!!! Sugary, fatty, dairy food cause acne for me! Once I adapt a healthier diet, the acne would go away visibly within a few days!!! Im so happy i found ou that... pity that i had acne scars because i had acne popped when i was a teenager.. ...
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@klikoreyes53543 years ago wow, this is very helpful video for us. Can you try also to make one on how to cure back acne and its scars please? thanks a lot
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@otterheart38442 years ago I do Brazilian jiujitsu which means my face is regularly scrubbing against sweaty people and mats 😆 hopefully the other things helps 1
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@brandonnelliebaldwin1792last year Do you have tips on hormonal adult acne??
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@temmyjane3 years ago You have a Pretty flawless firm face.I need to stop touching my face.Acne, hyperpigmentation won't leave me.
You are a professional dermatologist.
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@mariafatima59013 years ago Hello; my dermatologist has prescribed me treclin tretinion gel 0.025. Could you give me some information or possibly make a video about it? 1
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@shamilsahaban65443 years ago Mam , how to use Clindamycin gel for my acne skincare routine along with benzoyl peroxide ? 1
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@RiseandProcraftinatelast year And what if you are someone that has hormonal acne? My acne was never an issue as long as I was on estrogen birth control. Unfortunately, I got blood clots a little over a year ago and can no longer take estrogen based birth control. I don't wear make up. I keep my face clean using single use face cloths. I don't drink dairy and eat mostly a WFPB diet, while sometimes I do stray, I eat healthier than most. I don't use hair products. I can try changing my pillow case more often. However, like I said, zero acne before I was taken off the estrogen birth control and I have now been off it a year so my hormones should've leveled out or whatever by now. I'm on the depo shot now. I'm so over the acne that if I could, I'd risk the blood clots at this point just to have a clear face again, but of course no doctor in their right mind would prescribe me the estrogen birth control. ... 1
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@mirriamkutemwamumba-pl6qylast year If i don't touch my face how we i scratch 🤔🤔🤔 but your advice is helpful thanks 1
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@Justalilpixiedust3 years ago Hi☺ love your channel! My grandson is 11 yr and tween puberty. He is active outdoors and sports. What skin care routine/products do you recommend for this age. Thank you for your time here! ☺
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@galato42343 years ago Thank you for this video Maren! I would like to see more options for Moisturizers to repair the skin barrier with ceramides, allantoin, panthenol, licorice root, all good things!!! I was checking the La Roche Posay Double Moisturizer but contains comedogenic ingredients. Could you please help? Thanks again for your time and effort. ... 3
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@a-ny96473 years ago You've mentioned the skin barrier in other videos that I've watched. And you've mentioned that it will help with acne. I've been really focusing on it for a few months and I have never had clearer skin in my life. Even with new mask mandates, my mascne is 99% gone this time around. ... 22
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@pamcaruso38533 years ago My niece has acne. I clean my washing machine. I mean the stuff l got out of my washing machine was 🤮. I use a clean wash rag everyday. I change my towel every 3 times. I use a satin pillow. I am sending this to my niece. I need a skincare plan for me. I am 67. Cruelly free, and good stuff without chemicals!! Thanks!! ... 2
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@survivinglife1016 months ago Will using a salicylic acid cleanser and toner , then a benzoyl peroxide treatment , will it still be effective?
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@kalsanglhamo66373 years ago Hi, I really want to know what kind
Of serums,moistures or anything that works for malasma. I have problem with malasma when I live in ny, now I moved in Colorado like 8 months ago and my malasma got really bad and my sling is getting darker. Please it will be really helpful if you can suggest some good products that works for my skin problem. I have a dry skin btw. Thanks so much:) . ...
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@LDSH37813 years ago Great tips, thank you! Can you point me to the instructions on fixing the skin barrier? Can’t seem to locate them. 4
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@AJ_AJ.3 years ago What if we use 100% cotton towels (for our face only) that get a strong dose of bleach in the wash? Does bleach still not kill that bacteria? (I wash them separately, and they don’t sit in the washer- they go directly into the dryer on the hottest setting) ... 1
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@Zgirl62773 years ago Hi Dr. Locke, I need help for facial hair & ingrown facial hair bumps, I'm always plucking/picking and it's so frustrating, left me with a lot of scarring! Please help me!! Ty 1
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@UNKNOWN-rh2belast year I have a few questions
1 does wearing a mask worsen the acne?
2 Can we wipe our face with a tissue and stop using towel?
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@missmelaniesmith53852 years ago What is the best brand of makeup (bronzer, blush, foundation) to you? Xxxxxxxxxxx
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@amymaxwell8904last year To be clear the cave regimen is completely separate from using your retinols fave from your other video?
Do happen to have a foundation or powder you would recommend to be least irritating to acne prone skin? I have found that any makeup that includes sunscreen = acne for me so I have avoided sunscreen at all costs. TiA ...
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@FlamingoFan13 years ago You say in the video use cotton pillowcases but the referred 12 pillowcases on Amazon are shown as micro fiber??? 1
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@tulincreech15243 years ago Great video! I actually have 11 yr old twin boys who are starting to get acne, one more than the other so I really need very inexpensive over the counter acne routines for kids going through puberty. What products and steps do you recommend? We are already good about their diets and the other factors but as you know with puberty acne is a stubborn pain. Lol thanks in advance!❤ ... 3
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@TrappedQue3 years ago I do not use towel on my face. I always apply skincare products while my skin is still damp. 1
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@lindavox83963 years ago I suggest talk about no sulfates fast hair growth shampoo.
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@surafelgaber56825 months ago i am really tired of this acne i hope it get better soon or one day it really down your cofidence
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@monicagieck7975last year I'm doing your information on washing. I have oily dry skin. I get deep holes with many plugs in tham a scab formes over tham. What will help? I went to a dermatologist she sat across the and wrote a prescription for 275.00. No help at all. ...
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@jaystart87833 years ago I think using oil free face wash all the time is the only thing that worked for me 1
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@mimicoco1483 years ago Dear doc can You pls talk about seborroic dermatite? I have a little around my 'cornice' on my forhead and just a little 'spot' in the hair. Its not a big problem its not greasy skin its not visible but its ruvid there are little crusts.. I use Cerave hydra..La Roche Posay specific I use very milde products for my skin care I use spf 50 and only Inoa l'oreal professionnel at my hairdresser to color my hair one at month .. but my dermatite is still worry because I don' t want it could be worst in the future . Dio You think is it for stress or what .. I eat well I do not have any intollerance ..my job its a bit stressfull but Iam not rich to relax in a swimming pool all day so I have to earn my money every day to live ...
Help pls !! ... 1
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@amypeaden3 years ago If I’m going to try avoiding dairy or sugar to see if those are triggering my acne, how long do I need to give it to see if it makes a difference? 4
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@mowaotun233 years ago Can't I just make use of tissue instead of using the clean skin towels you mentioned??
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@galato42343 years ago I am using Salycilic acid face wash and I am peeling. Is that normal? thanks.