Struggling with Persistent Acne, Need Advice

I'm already tired of battling with breakouts. It's been several years since I saw my skin clear. The treatments prescribed by the dermatologist only provide temporary and not fully-fledged improvements. I don't have the strength anymore. I don't know what my skin needs to get back to normal. Please help. What worked for you?

Seeking Advice on Anti-Ageing Treatments

Girls...lately, I've been obsessed with the idea of getting a chemical peel and injections into the nasolabial folds and corners of the lips (Botox, perhaps??). I'm 32, and I'm used to being quite smooth. But now, with a small child, I've lost a lot of weight and sleep on one side and (OH MY GOD) my face has lost its smoothness and firmness...Let's discuss: WHAT TO DO? And if there are any folk remedies for instant beauty - share, write...

Experiences with Pain During Chemical Peels for Acne?

I have acne and I've been advised to have a chemical peel, could you please share how painful it is?

Seeking Success Stories of Scar Removal via Laser Peeling

Is there anyone who has managed to get rid of scars by any means? Tell me how this miracle happened, how many times have you had laser peeling? P.S. I'm going for a laser in 2 days, I'm really scared they'll burn too shallow and there will be no result at all.

Recurring Cystic Acne after Dydrogesterone: Seeking Advice

Here's the situation. I've had spots since I was 13... the usual kind that go away on their own after a couple of weeks. Three years ago, they found an ovarian cyst and prescribed me dydrogesterone without any tests. God, it was a nightmare, or rather hell, my face was covered in deep spots like bumps, pus and blood came out, leaving terrible scars. I went to another gynaecologist who explained that this was a side effect of dydrogesterone and prescribed me Jess, my face noticeably cleared up and I was happy for 2 years but then yesterday a deep cystic spot appeared again and I don't know what to do with it, I'm afraid that my whole face will be covered with them again ☹️ and what's the cause? I haven't taken anything else... girls, who has dealt with this plague?? how?? I'm already thinking about isotretinoin but they say you can't take it in the summer... help 😢

Seeking Advice for First Acne Treatment Procedure

I've had acne for 3 years now, and only in the 3rd year have I decided to visit a cosmetologist. Girls, could you advise which procedure I should go for first? Also, has anyone undergone laser acne treatment, did it help?

Post-Dianette Acne Return: Personal Experiences Needed

I've been taking Dianette for acne for the 6th month now, as prescribed of course. My skin worsened quite a bit at the start of the treatment, but I'm satisfied with its condition now. Here's my question, for those who have taken Dianette, or other COCPs, with the aim of getting rid of acne, did everything return after stopping the medication?

Persistent Facial Breakouts: Allergy or Other Causes?

Hello, ladies! I've been troubled by facial breakouts for over 1.5 years now, and I'm currently 20. Like many, I've seen such doctors as a dermatologist, cosmetologist, endocrinologist, gastroenterologist, and have had ultrasounds of my thyroid, kidneys, and adrenal glands - everything is perfect everywhere. Not a single pathology. Hormones are normal. I had no issues with my face during puberty, I went through that period calmly. But at 19, frequent breakouts started. Peelings don't help, even a competent cosmetologist admitted this. I might have demodex, but I've completed a course of using "Yam" ointment, daily disinfection of bed linen, etc. Also, my family and I moved to a private house exactly 1.5 years ago, besides the fact that this was a major stress for me, we also have 2 dogs and 1 cat in our house. I love the cat very much, but I have allergies to cats, birds, and ragweed. I've adjusted to the cat, I don't sneeze and my nose doesn't run when in contact. Could it be that the cat allergy is reflected in the form of breakouts? The only doctor I haven't seen is an allergist, tell me, is it worth going for an expensive consultation and subsequent tests? Or is the problem obvious? I'll be glad for every answer!

Can Acne Sufferers Eat Sugar-Free Protein Bars?

Is it possible to eat sugar-free protein bars when suffering from acne?

Considering Isotretinoin for Hormonal Acne, Worth the Risks?

I've finally understood my problem. I consistently break out in spots in the period between the end of menstruation and ovulation. It seems to be hormonal. But I don't want to take hormones (too many risks) or contraceptives (I don't need them). Antibiotics (Clindamycin, Adapalene) only slightly hold back the spot attack, but it's still not what I want. Maybe I should go back to taking Isotretinoin? I plan to take 16mg for about 9 months. In the past, I took 8mg for 7 months and my forehead became the only clear place. The only thing I'm afraid of is that I might start having nosebleeds again, but maybe it will be worth it?