I'm breaking out! :(

Sep 8, 2014

Janet T.

How do you get rid of acne quick? I've been trying to go organic and have been using a mixture of water, coconut oil and tea tree oil ever time after I wash my face and I'm pretty sure that's why I've been breaking out. I heard tea tree oil is very great for dance so I was wondering if instead of mixture if it'd be okay to mix a drop of tea tree oil into a face moisturiser. Also what other methods are good for getting rid of acne? I've never broken out like this before :(

Sep 8, 2014

Aaryn P.

Apple cider vinegar toner
I would soak a cotton round and then leave it sit where I was breaking out for a few minutes.

Sep 8, 2014

Jaime T.

Since you've introduced natural based products into your skincare, you're going to get results slower than chemical based products. I went through the "purging" stage awhile back when I switched to organic products. My face eventually, and rosacea, hated the switch. So now, I'm back to a routine with a few Mario Badescu products. My acne has reduced, but it'll be with me for awhile since it's hormonal/genetics. I'm 24. I definitely wouldn't put anymore products into your routine now, since it's still trying to adjust. It'll make it worse! I'd either stick with it or slowly get rid of what you're using and switch to something else.

Sep 8, 2014

Hazel G.

I applied lemon juice to my face twice to three times a day for a couple mins before rinsing for a couple days and the result was fantastic. A lot of people say lemon is bad for your skin but before people yell at me I'm just going to say it worked on my face so it might work for other people. Also try to have calm moments in your day to help reduce stress.

Sep 8, 2014

Hazel G.

Also baking soda + water + honey + a couple drops of essential oils (look up good oils for your skin type and acne pattern) make it a pasty consistency leave on until it drys. Wash off with soap and warm water.

Sep 8, 2014

Ivette H.

Use tea tree oil as a spot treatment.

Sep 8, 2014

Selia H.

Maybe you should drink abunch of water to flush yout system out. &you should probably go easy with all those oils. I mean it is' oil & oil is not always good if you already have oilly skin. You should try like 1 oil like monday then wensday the other So your face will actually have time to observe 1 at a time in a pace.

Sep 8, 2014

Selia H.

Hope I didnt confuess you.

Sep 8, 2014

Annabelle N.

Coconut oil is comogenic, might be why your breaking out. Remove that ingredient and see if it helps!

Sep 8, 2014

Naomi L.

agree with annabelle

Sep 8, 2014

Luna R.

It could be hormonal acne (which will happen that time of the month regardless).

But in general I would say cutting dairy out of your diet can greatly help you skin, as well as sugars and artificial sugars. (Sugar affects your hormones, as well as dairy products.)
Strawberries are naturally high in salicylic acid (which will help skin get clearer). Blueberries are great too. Foods rich in lycopene like watermelon and tomatoes will also naturally improve skin.

As far as topic regimens go, stick to organic cleansers with salicylic acid to help kill bacteria and keep pores clean. Try:
Eileen Mai Salicylic Cleanser
http://eileenmai.com/product/products-by-category/silky-cleanser/acne-controlled-cleanser-3-natural-salicylic-acid/
As well as their spot treatment...
http://eileenmai.com/product/products-by-category/masks/salicylic-spot-treatment-2/
And exfoliate more often ( I have oily, acne-prone skin and do it 3-4x a week).
Try the Pineapple and Papaya Organic Gentle Exfoliating Enzyme Mask by Angel Face Botanicals...
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003WLYLJA?psc=1

Avoid any products containing alcohols, as that can actually make skin and breakouts worse. Stick to *gel* cleansers ('creamy' ones can clog congested skin and make it worse, and 'foaming' ones can overdry and also actually worsen acne)

Also, drink more water and green tea (stop drinking soda, sugary juices and milk). When your body & skin is dehydrated, your body produces more oil, which can cause more breakouts. So try drinking 5 glasses a day (with a wedge of lemon if you want). This can make a big difference in your skin as well.

Sep 8, 2014

Shumi C.

I agree with Aaryn. Apple cider vinegar is great for acne. Dilute with water or rose water with a drop or two of tea tree oil on a cotton ball/pad. You'll see great results instantly. :)