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    Default Invincible Body Acne. WTF.

    Ok, so I havent had a body breakout since I was 15 or 16, now all of a sudden BAM!! My chest looks horrendous! Ive been using a body scrub (st. ives apricot scrub w/ blemish treatment), being religious about at least rinsing off immediately after working out.... using topical treatments..... It wont go away! Ahhh!! Anybody else have this problem?? Ive changed BC but that was months and months ago (to an IUD from pills) so I dont think its hormonal?? so lame! If I cant fix it how can i cover it so I can go work?? Thanks!!

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    Most ance is not seen under the lights... Cover up will do just fine to cover the acne.
    I started getting acne on the chest here and there and been using pure aloe vera on the area and its helping. The plant itself is better than all.. But since you had it since you were 15/16 maybe its more than just acne? Checking it with a professional wont hurt, if you feel like the need to.

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    Does your St Ives contain salicylic acid? It is a common ingredient in anti-blemish products but in my experience, it actually causes breakouts. Try switching to a product with benzyl peroxide as the active ingredient. Proactiv's cleanser has worked wonders for many.

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    Default Re: Invincible Body Acne. WTF.

    F.W.I.W. a lady friend changed fabric softeners and immediately broke out with a rash all over from her sheets. It went away when she switched back. Just throwing it out there...it may not apply to your situation.

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    I'd suggest going to a doctor. It sounds very minor & doctors can normally give you something to kill off stuff like that in about 10 days. There are pills & soap such as Hibiclens or pHisoHex which could be very useful to you. Hibiclens can be purchased over the counter from Rite-Aid, CVS, Walgreens, Target, Wal-mart & many other places. If I were you, that would be the first thing I would try doing.
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    Stop using the ST. IVES!! I LOVE THIS STUFF, but exfoliators will only make breakouts worse! Acne prone skin is very sensitive, and exfoliating it will only make it more inflamed and red!

    I keep posting this, but I would try the oil cleansing method! It takes time and patience, but I have had beautiful results with this method. All you need is castor oil, and extra virgin olive oil. It may seem counteractive, but oil dissolves other oils. The castor oil will break down your skins oils, dirt, makeup, blackheads, etc, and the evoo will moisturize! Google oil cleansing method for more information and a how-to!

    I know it sounds insane but it works!!!! Store bought Cleansers will only dry out your skin and cause it to produce more oil and more breakouts.

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    ok oil cleansing sounds kindof scary but worth a try.... will google right away! Thanks

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    Yeah slather yourself with cold pressed virgin coconut oil FTW.

    Also, you can spray apple cider vinegar on your skin acouple minutes before a shower to help
    Reset skin's pH level.

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    If you want a really quick & cheap fix, try putting a strong facial mask on the acne and leave it there overnight. Queen Helene's Mint Julep Mask is amazing for this, it makes your zits way smaller and less red in just a day or two. Then you can use concealed over them until they're completely healed.

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    head n shoulders classic clean

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    head and shoulders eh? Use it like a body wash??

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    Default Re: Invincible Body Acne. WTF.

    Quote Originally Posted by FiendishGyrator View Post
    Yeah slather yourself with cold pressed virgin coconut oil FTW.

    Also, you can spray apple cider vinegar on your skin acouple minutes before a shower to help
    Reset skin's pH level.
    Good point on the apple cider vinegar. I ingest it twice a day. 2 tbsp in bottled water twice a day. It has helped tremendously with body acne that came out of nowhere. I started taking it initially to shrink some annoying fibroids. Which it is doing nicely. found out along the way that it also all but eradicates my PMS and bad periods are a thing of the past. I'm a big fan.

    Also makes my skin glow and my cheeks rosy.

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    So is there a special kind of apple cider vinger to get? Actually had used it before as part of a diet but its been years...

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    I buy Braggs brand at the health food store. It has the mother in it and is non pastuerized. I'm really happy with its many benefits

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