Good acne treatment for sensitive, oily skin?

I have oily skin, but it is also very sensitive. I have been using Proactiv for awhile, but it is expensive and I think it is a little harsh on my skin (although it does a pretty good job of clearing up the acne).





What products should I try that will work well with sensitive skin by still take care of the oil and blemishes?





Thanks.

Good acne treatment for sensitive, oily skin?
Actually diet has ABSOLUTELY NOTHING to do with acne. It is caused by fluctuating hormones.





If you like proactive there is a product that has the exact same ingredients and same regimen for use but is WAY cheaper. It is called acnefree and you can get it al Wal-Mart. Check out the website www.acnefree.com.





Also, if you are a woman, I would ask your dr. to test your androgen levels. If these hormone levels are too high they could be contributing to your acne. There are prescription drugs like YAZ and Diane35/Dianette that can help control this problem.





Good luck!
Reply:any product which have glycolic acid
Reply:water is the best thing. chemical is the last thing you want around your body
Reply:I HAVE THE SAME SKIN!!try biotherm,it really worx!!!
Reply:um ya stick with proactive. i love it. you should too.
Reply:Yeah proactive but I find that the Lush pink face soap does the same thing. I is less expensive and tottaly natural. I have had girlfriends use it and say the same you'll need to find a good toner and moisturizer to match your skin there but belive me it is awsome. They will know what you want if you go in and ask for the pink face soap. It has tea tree oil and really fine minerals that really dig deep and detox
Reply:Hi there, I'm gonna be a little harsh but please don't take offense... Do you eat with your face (meaning do you touch your face while eating) You need to be careful when eating greasy foods(pizza,fried chicken,etc...) Keep in mind that diet and family history plays a big role to all acne sufferers... Also don't forget about that stage in life we all go through pueberty.
Reply:When I was a teenager I had the same skin. I thought that if I used harsh, medicated soaps, that the acne would get better. I probably just made it worse, though. I would suggest just washing with a regular facial cleanser, not medicated. I actually just use Johnson's milk baby wash on my face because it is so gentle. Then, to clear up the acne, just apply a dab of an acne mask (or another product designed to spot clear acne) to each spot at night, then gently wash it off in the morning. That should help to dry them up. Wash your face with the gentle cleanser twice a day. Also, a big problem contributing to acne can be dirty pillow cases and blankets. Make sure to change to a newly washed pillow case every couple days. And wash any blankets that touch your face often.
Reply:Try clean and clear for sensitive skin I've used it and it works, I have also used Avon sensitive skin products (and oily skin products too), Noxema works great in the winter if you are outdoors a lot especially if your skin gets really dry in the winter. Good luck! Just watch for salicylic acid which helps aid in the drying up of acne. I've also enclosed a link to cleansing skin without buying expensive cleansers too. Hope this helps!
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Reply:I have very sensitive and oily skin. Clinique has a good skin care line, as well as make up that doesn't seem to clog my pores. I also us Differin Gel perscribed by my doctor. I found that it was harsh and dried out my skin too much, but I figured out that if I used it immediately after I get out of the shower %26amp; use a bit of water to thin it out it works wonders. I can't survive without it, and by thinning it down a little it last much longer which is a very good thing since it is a bit pricy.
Reply:use salysic acid stay away from benzo peroxide
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It's also used for healing burns, exzma , as a natural rosacea treatment, scar prevention, acne treatment, anti-aging (is packed full of anti-oxidants and vitamins) and all sorts of other conditions. It has some incredible and rare chemical properties which you can read about here - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sea_bucktho...





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Reply:Studies show that an estimated 80 % percent of people experience acne at some point. No one knows exactly what the cause of acne is, but there are a few theories.





Let´s take a look at 7 of them:





1. Acne normally begins between the ages of eleven and thirteen.





This is true in both males and females due to changes in hormone levels. These hormones, called androgens, will enlarge the facial glands. The oil produced by the glands is known as sebum. The hair follicles shed dead cells too quickly and the cells and sebum form a blockage in the gland.





2. Pressure and rubbing from tight garments.





Adult with acne should avoid tight-collared shirts that might irritate the acne further. Adult athletes may notice an outbreak of acne from equipment such as backpacks or athletic helmets.





3. Acne can also be caused by genetics.





Studies have shown that a family history of acne can affect whether you have acne and the severity of it. So if your mother or father had acne as a teen, chances are that it will be a contributory factor to the cause of your acne.





4. Factors linked to women





Women have several factors that men don't that can be linked to the cause of acne. Women go through several phases of life that cause their hormone levels to change. These changes can cause acne in adult women between two and seven days before their menstrual cycle.





5. Pregnancy and hormones





Pregnant women also experience a fluctuation in hormones.





Those who may have previously had little or no acne may see pimples during their pregnancy and for a time after the birth of the baby until the hormone levels return to normal.





6. Menopause and hormones





Menopause will cause changes in hormone levels for woman and can be a cause of acne. Women also tend to wear heavy makeup when experience an acne outbreak, which only worsens the problem by further clogging pores.





7.Stress.





Especially in adults, stress can be another cause of acne. When you are stressed, the hormone cortisol is produced.





Cortisol will worsen any acne you already have. To prevent stress-related acne, try relaxation and meditation.





Some adults experience acne from picking at blemishes on their skin. You should never pick at or squeeze a pimple, blackhead or any other blemish on your face.





This can only cause more acne and possibly an infection. When cleaning your face, avoid harsh facial cleansers(they cause the creation of more sebum) and scrubbing your face too vigorously.





Acne treatments





The sad part is that most of the acne products are sold over the counter for treatment.





Most over-the-counter acne treatments are topical and come in the form of a cream, soap, lotion or gel.





Acne products normally contain benzoyl peroxide (good for killing the bacteria and possibly reducing oil production), sulfur (helps eliminate blackheads and whiteheads) and/or salicylic acid (cuts down the speed of cell lose).





More severe cases may require prescription acne medicine that is topical or oral.





Oral acne medication can help reduce both the growth of the bacteria and inflammation of glands.
Reply:like what was said, chemicals should be the last thing on your mind....because of your sensitive skin.... you should try to make an ice cube from clean(and if you want you could use a mineralized) water. after that lightly scrub that on your face. it really takes care of the oil and some blemishes would go away after a week or so.. it really works.... me and my friends use it...
Reply:http://acne-cures101.blogspot.com has good information and treatments for fighting acne.





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Reply:i've tried several different treatment, but zenmed derma system was the test when i had oily skin.