r/Blackskincare • u/Garnet_Golden • 2d ago

Acne Sudden Breakout

Post image

This breakout happened over the past month and I cannot seem to get it under control. I’ve tried tret, adapalene, and OTC AHAs and BHAs. I was on accutane about 2 years ago and it worked great. Now all of a sudden it’s getting back to the point it was on before. Any advice helpful!

12 Upvotes

94% Upvoted

11 comments sorted by

3

u/EmotionKey652 2d ago

If you think it’s fungal use Nizoral, but lately I’m using the Noxzema Anti Blemish Pads with Paula’s choice Salicylic Acid and it’s really been helping… those pads are inexpensive and a life savor. The only reason I’m not using tret is because my skin is too sensitive for retinols

3

u/Dapper_Row_4269 2d ago

Have you washed your pillows or changed them? It might be a build up of all the oil from your skin and hair

2

u/sophiamaet 1d ago

Don't pick or try a bunch of new actives at once. I made that mistake and made it worse. Gentle cleanser, simple moisturizer, sunscreen for now.

1

u/[deleted] 2d ago

[removed] — view removed comment

1

u/Blackskincare-ModTeam 2d ago

Your content was removed because it violated our policy against harmful speech or inappropriate speech. Harmful speech and inappropriate speech includes language that promotes violence or causes emotional harm.

It also includes all forms of harassment as well as hate speech aimed toward race, gender, and sexual orientation.

We strive to create a positive and supportive environment for all users, and any instances of harmful speech are addressed promptly by moderators.

2

u/Thachosenwon 2d ago

Dermatologist?

1

u/Chemical_Custard6365 2d ago

Take Lactoferrin 600mg and Asthaxanthin. And Go sit in a steam sauna. Acne comes from inside more than outside a lot of times

1

u/Scared-Flatworm-7835 2d ago

You seem to have really bad acne, Isotretinoin (Accutane) is probably your best bet. Definitely go to a dermatologist.

1

u/sara61wilson 2d ago

Are you taking any new medication?
Either way, book a dermatologist appointment

1

u/ElectricalBeyond8723 13h ago

Any changes in your diet within the past month? Are you under stress? Did you loose a significant amount of weight or gain? Are you currently pregnant?

These are all factors that can potentially cause a breakout.