I’m an ongoing experiment!! My life with acne. from skin care to makeup, i am showing you my journey to clearer skin If I sound a little too science-y, don’t hesitate to tell me. I do like to add a little science to what I say or review so that you know why some products do what they do. But if its too much…I’m sorry. I graduated with a life sciences degree and it’s all I know. LOL If you have any personal questions that you don’t want me posting, or want to get in touch (not through tumblr), you can e-mail me at justine.chen.89@gmail.com ……….. Happy Hunting (acne that is)! …………. skin type: oily skin tone: medium with yellow undertones My Random Ramblings page: http://jus-tiny.tumblr.com/ new TWTR.Widget({ version: 2, type: 'profile', rpp: 4, interval: 30000, width: 250, height: 300, theme: { shell: { background: '#333333', color: '#ffffff' }, tweets: { background: '#000000', color: '#ffffff', links: '#4aed05' } }, features: { scrollbar: false, loop: false, live: false, hashtags: true, timestamp: true, avatars: false, behavior: 'all' } }).render().setUser('Justineychen').start(); Acne and Me: Overcoming the dreaded dotsTumblr (3.0; @acneandme)http://acneandme.tumblr.com/what's the best way to tackle oily skin? my t-zone is so oily all the time, and whenever i touch my face (like for an itch or something, i dont rub my sweaty hands over my face or anything) i am guaranteed to get a spot there! so annoying! think it's a mixture of very oily skin and ridiculously huge pores! i hate my skin!I have the same problem. I’ll put on my makeup in the morning and be all “Oh, I’m...http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/38493862979http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/38493862979Fri, 21 Dec 2012 17:21:04 -0500hello! firstly thank you for making such a wonderful blog, it has helped me loads :] i have a lot of box/rolling scars on my cheeks and forehead, and am thinking of visiting a dermatologist (my doctor is useless!) to go over some options for post-acne. what are your experiences with laser scar removal/microderm, would it be worth while/helpful? i'm quite scared about it as well as i dont like talking to people about my acne :[Hahahaha!! Thanks! I love hearing that.  Definitely look for a good dermatologist. THey can help...http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/38493660703http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/38493660703Fri, 21 Dec 2012 17:18:28 -0500I'm 20 and for some reason my face is breaking out so much more than it ever did as a teenager! I got so frustrated that I went to my GP, who gave me a weak benzoyl peroxide/clindamycin gel, which ruined my face! The spots I put it on stayed for weeks and weeks then scarred, and now I'm covered in red hyperpigmentation! I have oily and very sensitive skin, was thinking of trying salicylic acid to help the redness, what salicylic facewash would you recommend? And does it stop break outs? Thanks!Look for a dermatologist.That is my first suggestion, because dermatologists specialize in skin....http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/38493166594http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/38493166594Fri, 21 Dec 2012 17:11:35 -0500I have a huge red rash covering my entire face & neck. I went to the doctor's & he said it was actually acne, so he gave me some Epiduo. I've been using it twice a day for a week now & NOTHING is happening. The rash/acne is still there & it's hideous. I am no longer leaving the house as I can't bear to have people stare at it. I can't even look in the mirror anymore. Makeup helps a bit but not much. I use ProActiv which stops big pimples but not this. Any ideas?! :(A rash?? Is it painful or just like scarring? Well, first thing is to go back to the doctor and tell...http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/38492676012http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/38492676012Fri, 21 Dec 2012 17:05:05 -0500Have you tried Clarisonic? If so, what are the pros and cons of this product? Is this type of physical exfoliation more effective than a chemical one?Yes, I have.  When I use it, I feel like my face ends up soo much cleaner after I shower. However,...http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/38492335205http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/38492335205Fri, 21 Dec 2012 17:00:53 -0500Hello. I suffer from... not the worst acne, but pretty severe stuff. I've tried netrugena (sorry can't spell) , clearsil, clean and clear, and numerous prescriptions gels (which I hate but use religiously) and washes. It seems like every time I try something new it shows some improvement, then stops working, like I'm building a resistance to it. I'm too overwhelmed by all the information and sciencey stuff to follow (sorry), but is there any simple advice you can give? Thank you so much =]Hi! Sorry for the delay. Um, simple stuff…Basically, what I would do is take everything that...http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/38492032886http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/38492032886Fri, 21 Dec 2012 16:56:42 -0500Proactiv much?Hey guys! I know, I know, it&#8217;s been&#8230;months. I did see that I have quite a few questions...http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/36263172298http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/36263172298Wed, 21 Nov 2012 23:35:00 -0500proactivmonthly updateskin careskincareupdateacnepimplespimpledark spotshperpigmentationphilosophypurityneutrogenast. ivesdark spot correctorI am 19 - female. I started getting acne when I was 13. I tried literally everything out there, nothing worked. Earlier in the year, I FINALLY gave ProActiv a go & OH MY GOSH it worked so well! I haven't seen a pimple since! Waking up to a flawless face has been amazing <3 but due to medical reasons, I have to quit using it... & now the breakouts have already begun :( is there anything at all you can suggest?!Why can’t you use proactiv? Is it the benzoyl peroxide? You can substitute BP with tea tree...http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/32337764567http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/32337764567Wed, 26 Sep 2012 14:00:55 -0400How did you apply the Missha perfect cover BB Cream to cover up your acne? I just ordered some bc I thought your post was amazing but I am having trouble covering up some of my spots. Did you use a concealer or any other make up too?I use mostly either a flat top synthetic bristle brush (my go to is the studio flat top from ELF...http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/32021626749http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/32021626749Fri, 21 Sep 2012 22:03:13 -0400Hi, have you tried MD formulations face & body scrub? I love it! I had really bad acne, and that scrub has really helped my skin :)Hey!! No I haven’t tried that! I will check it out. It looks pretty interesting. Thanks! =]http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/31863286720http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/31863286720Wed, 19 Sep 2012 11:57:09 -0400I'm not sure if you have bad acne? But I do, and it seems the only thing that has ever helped me was Accutane. It honestly controls my life, from my scars to the unbelievably oiliness of my skin. It drives me insane, to the point where it really gets me down. Idk, guess i'm just looking for some positive intake, maybe some advice for what works for "ice pick" scars, or very oily skin?I used to have really bad acne. I would say it has gotten 90% better. I could never touch my face...http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/31843871136http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/31843871136Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:02:20 -0400Hello there! You seem to be doing a wonderful job at combating acne, but I have been following your blog for a while and you are done some serious things wrong and I just really want to help you out. Here is a link to pore clogging ingredients on from Face Reality Acne Clinic in the SF bay area, a scientific institution dedicated to studying and repairing the damage from acne. facerealityacneclinic. c o m/ articles/ pore_clogging Please read everything they have to say! Good luck!Hi!! Thanks for the advice. I just read through the majority of the site (i’m a fast reader!...http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/31841288347http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/31841288347Tue, 18 Sep 2012 23:15:00 -0400acnepimplesbloganonymousnoncomedonegenicquestionpimplefacerealityacneclinic.comHi, have you tried Burt's bees acne solution? I've had really bad acne for 10 years, and I've tried all kinds of products, from presciptions to all-natural and organic. I've heard so much positive about Burt's bees, and I'm thinking about trying it.I have tried the burts bees acne their acne lotion. I was really disappointed in it though....http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/31837573677http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/31837573677Tue, 18 Sep 2012 22:20:00 -0400questionanonymousburt's beesacne solutionlotionokayacnepimplespimpleI'm 20 now and have had acne since I was 13, my dr put me on various anti-biotics then birth control, which really cleared it up until now - I feel 13 again it's so bad! It's just started scarring my cheeks and I'm so scared they're going to end up as bad as my forehead :( Do you have any advice for clearing up the red hyperpigmentation and box scars on my cheeks? I have VERY oily skin and only use soap to clean it as every time I've used a branded face wash it makes my skin so much worse! xxxxAre you no longer using birth control? If you are, it could be that your hormones are trying...http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/31774886057http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/31774886057Mon, 17 Sep 2012 22:55:00 -0400acnepimplesbirth controlquestionanonymousbar soaphyperpigmentationvitamin carubtinpost acneMy hyper pigmentation from my severe acne hasn't faded. It has been years, and I've had acne since the 8th grade, but the acne itself has improved. I will be a senior this year and I was hoping to fade them a bit. I haven't tried bleach... but I was wondering how safe and effective it was. Any suggestions? Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!I’ve been using the clinque Even better dark spot treatment. It helps a bit to fade my...http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/31774185643http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/31774185643Mon, 17 Sep 2012 22:45:00 -0400acnepimplesquestionanonymoushyperpigmentationhydroquinoneHave you already considered having micro dermabrasion done? It's cheap and works really well!I have gotten it done once and it didn’t work out well for me. I may try it at another...http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/31773793480http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/31773793480Mon, 17 Sep 2012 22:39:00 -0400questionanonymousmicrodermabrasionafter acnescrubsacnepimplesscarshyperpigmentationWill hyperpigmentation always eventually fade? And will it ever go away completely or will it always be slightly visible? Like even if I have actual scars that are red, which I do have a lot of, will the redness fade even if the little crater like mark in the skin doesn't? Because if it is fading it seems to be taking a really long time, hah.Hi! Hyperpigentation should eventually fade away, but it could take quite a long time. I have had...http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/31773500105http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/31773500105Mon, 17 Sep 2012 22:35:00 -0400questionanonymoushyperpigmentationafter acnescarspimpleacneOnto New Experiments!!!After months of contimplating repurchasing the proactiv system I finally did it! My B-day present to...http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/31442742221http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/31442742221Wed, 12 Sep 2012 23:06:48 -0400acnepimplesproactivsalicylic acidbenzoyl peroxideglycolic Acidgentle formulacombination therapypimpleHi. I have extremely oily skin with acne scars here and there. I use the Rimmel long lasting 25 hours foundation. But after only two hours, I get extremely oily. After four hours, my skin looks like it's melting off. Can you recommend a good foundation that looks natural, lasts long and keeps me matte? I'm desperate :(Hello! As a fellow oil bag (in the nicest way), I can understand your frustration. I deal with this...http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/29013343496http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/29013343496Wed, 08 Aug 2012 19:41:00 -0400oilquestionanonymousoilyfoundationmakeupphilosophyoil-freeI just saw your recent update, and wow girl, your skin is looking awesome! I'm so so so SO glad that your skin is still improving! :) :) :)aww thankss!!! If not for this blog and you guys, I don’t think my face would have gotten...http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/28867977548http://acneandme.tumblr.com/post/28867977548Mon, 06 Aug 2012 19:33:24 -0400