Acne-Free Skin Care Routine – How Do I Get Started?

Joe B. writes:

Your problems sound very similar to mine. I see you wrote:

“However I saw dramatic results in my second test using the Zeno MD to zap the offending blemishes in combination with a skin care regimen that included daily cleansing with a gentle Alpha/Beta Hydroxy cleanser, daily exfoliation with a continuous release serum containing 12% Glycolic Acid, daily use of an Alpha/Beta Hydroxy Complex Acne treatment, three times a week 10% Glycolic Acid Peel and of course managing the oil/sebum production with a very effective oil absorbing lotion. The results as I wrote earlier were incredible.”( from Ms. distressedDERMA’s Zeno MD review)

From the research I have done any my experience it sounds like this is a good regimen to follow. Could you tell me actual product names? It would be a big help. I am still debating whether to buy the Zeno or not.

Joe, the skin care products and regimen that have helped me achieve a better complexion are listed below please note that these are targeted for acne control. My total skin care routine is a bit more – since I have to deal with acne and wrinkles. If wrinkles are also a problem you may find my complete skin care program a worthwhile read.

Skin Cleanser: Neutrogena Pore Refining Cleanser (Alpha/Beta Hydroxy formula)
Acne Spot Treatment : MD Formulations Vit-A Plus Clearing Complex
Daily Exfoliation: MD Formulations Continuous Renewal Complex
3 X weekly Deep Exfoliation : MD Formulations My Personal Peel (How often you do this depends on your skin’s sensitivity. I recommend starting off with a once a week treatment and build up as your skin adapts to the treatments.
Oil Control : Derma Doctor TeaseZone – The best ever oil absorbing product on the market. I can’t say enough good things about this product. And as you probably read , keeping your skin oil-free is a critical step in reducing acne breakouts.
Pimple Zapper: Zeno MD - only as needed and you must be vigilant about those bumps under the skin. If caught early the acne will disappear within 24 hours. If you allow the blemish to flourish before treatment it will be much harder to get the blemish to resolve fast – it usually will take 2 to 3 days (at least in my experience).

As for the Zeno, it is an expensive product. However, since it has worked for me , I have nothing but positive comments (my biggest regret was waiting so long to buy it) and I consider its purchase one of the best decisions I’ve made. However, not all those who have purchased the Zeno have had such great results. I recommend that you Google “Zeno Reviews” or “Zeno Experiences” and read what others using the Zeno have to say. You will find reviews from people who loved the Zeno and you will find reviews from people who think the Zeno sucks and didn’t help their acne get better. It’s so important to be armed with as much information (both the good and the bad) as you can when making a major purchase and the Zeno is definitely in that category. Also keep in mind that the Zeno Acne Clearing Device comes with a 30-day guarantee – which is more than enough time in which you can gage how it works for you.

Learn more about what causes acne and what skin care products can help you reduce acne breakouts.

Best,

Ms. distressedDERMA

Got a question? Send your skin care and beauty questions to msdistressedderma@distressedderma.com.