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sdbangelsdbangel
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I have cleared up my facial acne with mary kay products but i have bad back acne and i don't belive mary kay has a acne body wash or anything. ANy suggestions what i can do to clear up back acne? What about the proactiv body wash..anyone use this with success?
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  • FutureMrsPaulGFutureMrsPaulG
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    My dermatologist recommended Neutrogena's oil-free acne wash (the orage kind) and gave me a prescription for some cream to put on any acne affected areas.  It has worked very well thus far.  Maybe talk to a dermatologist just to get an expert opinion.  
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  • SugarFooteSugarFoote
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    I haven't tried the Proactive body wash, but I do use the Proactive 3-step face wash (it works pretty good). I agree with PP.  Talk to a Dermatologist.
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  • MyUserName1MyUserName1 member
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    Dermatologist can prescribe something like doxycyline (an oral antibiotic) that can clear up acne everywhere
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  • enewsome2enewsome2 member
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    Getting a derm to prescribe you some antibiotics is the best idea, however, if that is not possible:
    Neutrogena body wash is really great. And also, (derms, plug your ears) I read in a magazine a while back about a woman using a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alchohol to get rid of acne on her chest and back, I use the method sometimes in the summer and it works really well for me.

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  • dawle77dawle77 member
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    If you don't already, I would go see a dermatologist. I had problems with facial acne but it has all cleared up right in time for my wedding. I went to see my dermatologist about 6 months out from my wedding. He put me on Doxycycline (the oral antibiotic) and Aczone (a topical cream). The two of them together worked very well! The only thing I don't like about the Doxycycline is if you don't drink it with enough water (like a full glass) it gives you heartburn and with this particular pill you can't take any antacids. Overall, I'm very happy with the prescriptions. Best of luck!
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  • blgroutblgrout
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    edited March 2012
    I have really sensitive skin and products like Proactiv make me break out worse because they irriitate my skin.  I've had really good luck with Cetaphil bar soap to wash my back with and it's cleared mine up beautifully. Cetaphil works well on my face, but the kind in the pump is really hard to make work on your back since it doesn't really lather, the bar soap fixed that problem for me.

    HTH!
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  • JenJo54JenJo54
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    Neutorgena body wash & they also have a body spray (just came out a few months ago... think they sell it at Target or Ulta)
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  • LeiselEBLeiselEB member
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    Neutrogene body wash didn't work for me, but Murad worked amazingly. And it wasn't as drying.
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  • sdbangelsdbangel
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    i think i have waited too long to try to fix this problem since my wedding is april 28. im using the neutrogena acne bodywash and it hasnt done anything. i am going to a dermotologist next week so we will see.

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  • FutureMrsPaulGFutureMrsPaulG
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    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_wedding-beauty_acne-4?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding%20BoardsForum:358Discussion:34a06614-90d9-483c-8475-6db5edab6264Post:b79d1e77-d6c8-4086-97ec-46f806a100c8">Re: acne</a>:
    [QUOTE]Getting a derm to prescribe you some antibiotics is the best idea, however, if that is not possible: Neutrogena body wash is really great. And also, (derms, plug your ears) I read in a magazine a while back about a woman<strong> using a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alchohol to get rid of acne on her chest and back, I use the method sometimes in the summer and it works really well for me.</strong>
    Posted by enewsome2[/QUOTE]

    <div>I've totally done this too.  Tea Tree Oil works well too and I think it is a little less drying than rubbing alcohol.  Smells better too.  Definitely works for a big stubborn pimple that you want to make go away or at least easier to cover with make-up.</div>
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  • MyUserName1MyUserName1 member
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    PSA for anyone on doxycicline, try eating some bread before taking the pill and it helps with the heartburn considerably!  Then drink all of the water on the planet.
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  • SugarFooteSugarFoote
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    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_wedding-beauty_acne-4?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding%20BoardsForum:358Discussion:34a06614-90d9-483c-8475-6db5edab6264Post:330d984e-4250-4c07-ba29-eda0409ee718">Re: acne</a>:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: acne : I've totally done this too.  Tea Tree Oil works well too and I think it is a little less drying than rubbing alcohol.  Smells better too.  Definitely works for a big stubborn pimple that you want to make go away or at least easier to cover with make-up.
    Posted by FutureMrsPaulG[/QUOTE]

    Is the tea tree oil drying? I've never tried it or the alcohol.
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  • mmmonkey16mmmonkey16 member
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    My Derm wrote a script for the oral antibiotic but it caused me to spot for the whole month...I also was given a script for benzol body wash which did nothing but made my skin allergic to sun block now :( have to use hypoallergenic now and have to watch out for people using spray forms at the beach that is doesnt land on me) I have done the nutregena bar soap with a wash cloth to try to exfoliate better.  I have used spot treatments with no luck.  I am a body acne mess :(  I will try the lemon juice but is anyone has found a miracle cure please let me know...otherwise I will need a reccomendation for good body cover up
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  • IrisYael IrisYael member
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    Have you tried Rodan and Fields Dermatologists products.? The Unblemish regimen works well on acne scars and acne. The Soothe regimen works on red , irritated and sensitive skin and the Reverse works for brown spots , dullness and sun damage.  Take a look at my Rodan and Fields site and click on to the "Solution Tools" .  The doctors will recommend a regimen for your skin type and problems after you answer some questions.  You can purchase what you need on- line and try it for 60 days.  If your not happy with the results you simply send back the used containers and get all your money back..What do you have to lose but your skin issues?  look at my site and contact me if youhave any questions..you will love these products!!   https://iLangman.myrandf.com

    or :  facebook.com/IrisLangmanSkincare

    wishing you all a wonderful and happy wedding with skin you'll be proud of for lifeSmileLet  me know if you have any more questions..you will love Rodan and Fields..promise
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  • IrisYael IrisYael member
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    for body acne you should use the Rodan and Fields Micro Dermabrassion Bar  with the UnBlemish Regimen..sorry i didn't mention above.  You can find all the products on the site

    https://iLangman.myrandf.com

    cant wait to hear how you like it
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