Archive for March, 2010

Differin Cream/Gel Review

Wednesday, March 31st, 2010

Different is a prescription strength topical remedy. It is meant for use in correcting cases of severe acne.

Pros

It has many benefits, including that it is effective for not only cases of severe acne but even milder cases. Users usually are at a low risk of experiencing side effects and it is gentler on the skin than other retinoid-based products. This product is known to dramatically increase acne.

Cons

Some mild discomfort such as burning, redness, or peeling might occur when using this product. However, the amount of discomfort depends upon your skin type and these side effects usually diminish in time. One major disadvantage is that this product is available only by prescription which makes it a little bit harder to get.

Ingredients

The active ingredient in Differin is Adapalene. This is a retinoid known for its effectiveness against Keratosis pilaris, which appears on the skin like clusters of red bumps. This case of acne is often referred to as “pizza face” but it also sometimes appears on the thighs, hands, legs, flanks, and buttocks.

Recommendations

It is highly advised that you seek help from a doctor or dermatologist before deciding on a certain skin gel or cream. This one is most likely going to be recommended for those who have more oily skin. However, as mentioned already it is good to find out exactly what is your skin type especially if you suffer from severe acne.

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Alternative Method: Review of Alabu Goat Milk Soap

Tuesday, March 16th, 2010

There are so many different methods of clearing acne that it would be impossible to find time to review them all. Alabu goat milk soap is one of those that is questioned lately.

It is used for a variety of reason and has some benefits. It also has (very few) drawbacks. Please read for further information.

Pros

According to one user, significant change was noticed after a week of using this soap. Even the pain that accompanied previous acne breakouts went away. This same user then gradually increased usage of soap to once in the morning and once in the evening.

When used in moderation it can smooth and clean the skin quite nicely. For the result it produces, this soap is quite inexpensive at only 10 dollars, approximately.

Cons

If this product is used more than two times a day it can dry out the skin. It also is not meant to be a permanent solution for clearing acne problems. It could possibly harden the skin if used too often. The availability of it is also limited, but it can be delivered to numerous geographical locations.

Before you Buy

It depends upon what type of acne and how severe it is if this soap will work. If you have a very severe cystic or inflammatory acne problem you may need professional medical attention.

Seek a dermatologists’ advice if you think your problem is serious enough. Furthermore, if you have dry or sensitive skin this product is probably not recommended.

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Stridex Fruit Therapy Maximum Strength Acne Cream Reviews

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Since Stridex Fruit Therapy Maximum Strength Cream received 29 votes on Acne.org so far, I thought it would be wise to share with people the pros and cons about it. This would help you gain a balanced perspective of this acne cream in general.

Pros

It works pretty fast. In fact, more than one person attests to having been able to achieve drastic reduction of pimples overnight. The supply lasts quite awhile too-up to a year for some people.

Another person who uses this product mentions another good quality about it. It is one that goes on smooth and works well with makeup.

Cons

One of the major cons about using this particular Stridex Fruit Therapy product is that it is very hard to find now. There must be a reason for this and this issue deserves further investigation.

However, several consumers insist that it has worked for them. Several consumers are wondering why it is not as easily accessible as other products that may not even work as well.

Availability

The Stridex Fruit Therapy product is usually only available online now. You could possibly search for it at individual department store websites too. However, the easiest way to get your own would be to order it from an online vendor.

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Doxycycline Antibiotic Treatment Review

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

Doxycycline is an antibiotic treatment that is used to control acne when it cannot otherwise be treated. It usually is administered in the form of an oral capsule.

This product has its benefits and drawbacks as indicated in the “Pros” and “Cons” section of this review. You can gain insight into the way this medication works for people.

Pros

All you need to do is take a pill. The acne is cleared with very little effort on the part of the user. It works for people who cannot seem to control acne problems with other treatments such as a topical cream or facial cleanser. The Doxycycline pill is quite strong.

Cons

It is not necessarily meant to replace regular skin care. Some people may also experience irritations such as skin rash or yeast infections. They may also forget that diets should be changes-such as no excess soda or chocolate or chips.

It can dry out the skin of some people and it might even itch or peel. People who are allergic to antibiotics should be especially careful and they probably will not be able to use this drug.

It works for many people. However, some people have reported that Doxycycline does not clear up every case of acne.

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