Breakouts even worse

[AaishaDar]

Hi all,
So I had a previous post asking why I have small breakouts on my skin. It has gotten worse. Not bragging or anything but i used to have great skin. I used to be on periotneal dialysis which means I was getting dialyzed everyday. And it also means I could drink plenty of water. I guess it been a combination of things. Starting hemo, not being able to drink much water and dehydrated skin. My pimples are actually hurting. They are normal in size just hurt..  i know looks dont matter but I am embarassed by them. I also asked the nurse why I have these breakouts she said because hemo messes with your hormones if anyone experiences this let me know if you have any solutions.

[cassandra]

Jeez Aaisha I'm sorry for you. My skin was getting bad, as in extremely dry, itchy (phosphate fine) so I'm only using Sanex or no soap at all, and discovered Zarqa. I haven't found it yet in The UK but order it from The Netherlands. I use their Dead Sea Minerals stuff (face cream, body lotion, treatment solution (only use that when the skin is not broken) foot lotion, bath stuff etc. I recently bought a kilo dead sea salt from Planet organic, but haven't tried that yet.
O and I use coconut oil as a moisturiser too, and sodium bicarb with sheabutter as a deodorant (as in "every little thing" might be a trigger)


Wishing you luck, love and strength, Cas

[Rerun]

My skin is horrible but I thought it was because I'm over 50!!   I roll in lotion and it doesn't help. 

 

[smartcookie]

I am so sorry, AaishaDar!  I have had acne prone skin since I was about 12.  It sucks!  My skin is combo/oily, but breakouts suck no matter what.  I would suggest layering moisturizers.  Even with oily skin, I can do two moisturizers at night.  Also, Mario Badescu Drying Lotion is great for spot treatments.  I have started using some essential oils on my face morning and night as a serum.  I got mine off of the PlantGuru store on Etsy since it was cheaper that way.  You use a carrier oil and mix essential oils in to create your own skin care.  I know jojoba oil and avocado oil are great carrier oils since they mimic skin's natural oils.  Geranium and lavender oils are great for any skin type, as well.  Honey is somewhat inexpensive and makes a great face mask as it helps combat acne and is hydrating.  I have even heard of people using plain old honey as a face wash.  https://www.livingthenourishedlife.com/best-essential-oils-for-skin/  This website lists oils that are good for any face type.  Just look for your skin concerns and follow the recipe! Also, you can google "diy facemasks" and find hydrating facemasks using things in your own kitchen.  I do fairly often and have found some good ones for my oily skin.  I hope these suggestions help!  Being an adult with acne is hard.   

[pinkyD]

Sorry AaishaDar, I know how stressful it must be to have pimples popping up, especially if you've previously had nice skin. My pimples were huge and painful. I don't share the same reason (my pimples are because of hormones due to birth control I need to treat anemia), but can offer some advice that has proven quite successful for me.

Use a gentle foaming cleanser twice a day. I use Cerave foaming cleanser. I apply a 2% salicylic acid solution/toner in the morning to exfoliate the skin. I recommend Paula's Choice bha liquid or Stridex pads. Then follow with moisturizer. At night, lightly apply a 2.5% benzoyl peroxide cream on the problem spots. Try Neutrogena on-the-spot cream. Don't use a higher % of benzoyl peroxide. It is not more effective, only more drying and will cause much irritation. Again, follow with moisturizer. If my skin gets too dry, I apply a light layer of petroleum-based cream on top of the moisturizer, like Eucerin cream or Aquaphor, to seal in the moisture.

This has kept me pimple free for a long time. I hope it helps you too!

[Charlie B53]

During my acne years in my teens, there were some specific foods high in fats that would contribute to break outs.

Do you tightly control your diet?  Have you kept a food journal so you can look back, try to identify any foods that may be contributing to your break outs?

[AaishaDar]

So I asked one of the dialysis nurses why I have been having a bunch if breakouts. She told me its due to hemodialysis. Hemo makes your hormones crazy which causes you to lose hair and have breakouts on your skin. I will def take your advice and use moisturizers.

[kristina]

a light layer of petroleum-based cream on top of the moisturizer to seal in the moisture.

I go about it in a similar way by using E45 cream as a moisturizer & to "seal" the moisturizer I use a little bit of Vaseline (pure petroleum jelly).
Good luck from Kristina.

[Charlie B53]

Have you tried using different soaps?  Many soaps leave a film or residue on your skin.  Some people can be sensitive to this. I am currently using Neutragena Body and Bath Wash that my Wife had.  Surprisingly, I like it.


For years my calves and shins were so dry the skin would flake and fall off, looking a lot like danderuff.  I was surprised when my Derm Dr's had me try using petroleum Jelly.  I simply HATE the feel of anything greasy on my skin, anywhere.  I tried it, and was surprised how well it rubbed in, didn't give me that greasy feel, and after only a few weeks my skin is skin again!  No more flakies.

[smartcookie]

Charlie, I like the Nivea in shower lotions.  You can get the kind that you put on while in the shower and rinse off, or the kind that you put on wet skin and then dry off.  It doesn't leave a greasy feel, but my skin is sooo soft!

[Charlie B53]

Girls are supposed to be 'soft'.

Us 'Guy's maybe not so much.

Still, if anyone is having skin problems they need to try changing what they are using.  Different product do have different effects on different people.  Granted, we are all somewhat NEAR the same, yet not so 'same' that we can all use the same products in the same manner and achieve the same results.  Some measure of experimentation is necessary to find exactly which is correct for that individual.

Sadly, that takes time and effort.  And may have significant let's say, not so good results, until we find the one product that does make a very positive change.

Patience and persistence is required.  That ain't always easy.

[iolaire]

Have you tried using different soaps?  Many soaps leave a film or residue on your skin.  Some people can be sensitive to this. .

I break out on my scalp just above the neck based on the type of shampoo I use.  And we travel a lot so I use hotel shampoo at home so I alway have to remember when I breakout to only use that bottle occasionally. 

[AaishaDar]

I just bought a Neutrogena gel cream. Its a greast moisturizer. Will try it and let you know what I think

[kristina]

For years my calves and shins were so dry the skin would flake and fall off, looking a lot like danderuff.  I was surprised when my Derm Dr's had me try using petroleum Jelly.  I simply HATE the feel of anything greasy on my skin, anywhere.  I tried it, and was surprised how well it rubbed in, didn't give me that greasy feel, and after only a few weeks my skin is skin again!  No more flakies.

Hello Charlie,
I was once told by a dermatologist that Vaseline (Petroleum Jelly) is the best help for problem-skin, because Vaseline causes no allergies and "does the job". According to this dermatologist there is no better way!
I only mention this because the moisturizer-industry is huge and promises all sorts of remedies, including younger looking skin for the ladies. Of course, our skin does not become any younger, but we can look after ourselves in a reasonable way...
I shall never forget the dermatologist who told me at the time that an ordinary non-allergic moisturizer plus a little Vaseline goes a long way... after all: he was a professional...
Best wishes from Kristina

[PrimeTimer]

A little Vaseline works wonders, especially in the winter or indoors where air might be too drying for the skin. It is very healing. It comes in small tubes to be used on dry lips like chapstick. I keep a small tube handy to use on small cuts and scrapes or even a little around my nose when it gets raw. Heals things overnite. I can't live without it.

[pinkyD]

I shall never forget the dermatologist who told me at the time that an ordinary non-allergic moisturizer plus a little Vaseline goes a long way... after all: he was a professional...
Best wishes from Kristina

I was taught in school that many drs and hospitals recommend...Crisco. It is an excellent moisturizer, and ideal for sensitive skin.

[Charlie B53]

Crisco makes a lot of sense.  After all it is sort of more natural being plant based where petroleum jelly is petroleum based.  Albeit petroleum was once plant based as well.  It may be the individual oil molecules are very nearly identical.

[dialysisuser82]

     One trick I know is to put NOXEMA ORIGINAL, leave them overnight, next day rinse them with cold water.  I seen it work on some teenagers with serious pimples,

    using a few applications., all gone.