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What Is The Permanent Solution For Acne?

i have been confined to acne problem since last 6 yrs and now my face looks horrible, went to so many doctors but d medicine lasts for just some time, then again the pimples come out. want a permanent solution and also let me know the total cost in it
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello,
Welcome to healthcare magic.

Acne is due to adolescent hormones and you will continue to have it till that hormonal influence is over. You have not mentioned your age.

Wash your face with a pH balanced face wash, preferably a one containing 1-2% salicylic acid. You may apply a gel containing clindamycin 1% in the morning over pimples and Benzoyl peroxide 2.5% with 0.1% Adapelene combination gel at night over pimple prone areas. Continue the gels even on the affected areas even after all the pimples have completely cleared. This maintenance therapy is important to prevent pimples from coming back.

Avoid creams on your face. Avoid oil on your scalp.

Diet is important. Avoid milk and milk products like cheese, chocolates, sweets, sugary foods and drinks. Eat a lot of fruits rich in vitamin A (anything with lot of color)

Hope this helps you.

Take care.
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What Is The Permanent Solution For Acne?

Hello, Welcome to healthcare magic. Acne is due to adolescent hormones and you will continue to have it till that hormonal influence is over. You have not mentioned your age. Wash your face with a pH balanced face wash, preferably a one containing 1-2% salicylic acid. You may apply a gel containing clindamycin 1% in the morning over pimples and Benzoyl peroxide 2.5% with 0.1% Adapelene combination gel at night over pimple prone areas. Continue the gels even on the affected areas even after all the pimples have completely cleared. This maintenance therapy is important to prevent pimples from coming back. Avoid creams on your face. Avoid oil on your scalp. Diet is important. Avoid milk and milk products like cheese, chocolates, sweets, sugary foods and drinks. Eat a lot of fruits rich in vitamin A (anything with lot of color) Hope this helps you. Take care.