Why oh why is my acne so bad?!?

I am currently on my 3rd month of accutane and still having break outs. My acne is much worse then the average teenager and I just don't know why my skin is so bad! It's so depressing and I hate going out into the public becaues my face looks so bad! My face is so red and disgusting!





The doctor told me this was the month things were suppose to start clearing up but I break out almost every other day! I am currently on 40mg of accutane during the week except for 80 mg on Monday Wednesday and Friday.





Does anyone know why my face is so bad? Is there anything that I can do? Or am I just a lost cause? I need help! I don't want to live my life with acne on my face!Why oh why is my acne so bad?!?
Hey, well acne is caused by a build up of oil that gets stuck in your pores. If you lie in a humid area this can be amplified. Everyone is susceptible to acne and it is especially prevalent in teenagers because of their crazy hormones. If what your doctor gave you isn't working then try something else. I personally use murad twice a day and it works for me as a face wash. I know some people like proactiv, but I didn't it dried my face out too much but maybe that is what you need. Sorry if you feel self conscious, but remember millions of people around the world have acne and it is totally normal. Good luck, I hope it clears up soon. And acne generally clears up in adulthood. So you may have to suffer now, but there should come a time where it will get better. Acne usually shows in genetics too, so look at your parents, aunts, uncles and see what their faces look like.Why oh why is my acne so bad?!?
Hey there.


Im on the same train as you Hun! Im no skin specialist but just keep waiting if the accutane doesn't help after a good while maybe your Doc could suggest something else for you to use?


I have had acne since i was 12 and it just got worse! now at 16 Im still battling it.. i feel kind of the same when i go out im just so self conscious about myself because of my skin, so your most defiantly not alone there. keep trying its never a lost cause!





By the way.. this sounds creepy but you are really hot judging by the pics in your other question lol :P
awwh, it's ok!! i totally feel for you! i'm in the exactly same boat!!





Try Velocity from MaryKay or a more gentle drugstore brand like Olay, Biore or Cetaphil. Just use a facial cleanser and moisturizer. Exfoliate 2 x week and always cup your hands under warm water while splashing it on your face. Avoid all contact w/ your face and hands!!








I have a long list of tips in some of the other acne questions I've answered if you are interested.