I am 18 year old female. I have been suffering from acne since school but they eventually got reduced but since I have oily skin I keep on getting blackheads frequently. Recently I have been to a derma for acne then she prescribed me benzoyl peroxide2. 5 and clindamycin then my acne got cleared amd then I stopped using .bt suddenly one day I noticed so many blackheads on my face then I applied benzoyl peroxide and clindamycin but it did mt reduce and suddenly I noticed acne on my lower jaw cheek which most of them are blackheads .though I don't eat oily food, sugar, gluten,dairy foods. I switched to specially for my blackheads I used it for more than a week .what should I do .what is the reason.

Dr. Ipshita JohriDermatologist10yrs exp

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Its your over all diet and exercise routine, with proper sleep and water intake, under guidance of a skin doctor that will help you get a permanent solution for acne. There are 3 steps of acne treatments. First to stop and heal the acne, then to take care of the marks and spots, and lastly to get rid of scars to get a smooth skin. A combination treatment is required including oral medicines, vitamins and antioxidants, creams and sunscreen, chemical peels, medical facials, resurfacing and rejuvenating lasers and prp. 6-8 months are required for complete recovery. Tips to prevent and deal with acne: do not touch, press or rub the pimples. Do not use hair products, creams and cosmetics without doctor?s advice. Always remove your make up before going to bed. Use non sticky sunscreen that suits your skin. Use mild ph balanced cleansers for your face. Apply ice on painful pimples, it will help in reducing pain and redness.� if you have acne, consult a dermatologist and get complete treatment following proper protocol.  

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