I am 20 years old and have acne from last 5-6 years from last 1.5 months I am using benzoyl peroxide gel but still I am getting acne on my face. So what can I do.

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Dear lybrate-user try to unani medicine (hamdard herbal medicine) for you problem. You need good digation. And good liver function also.

Shaik Mahaboob Subhani · Accepted Answer

Dear lybrate-user try to unani medicine (hamdard herbal medicine) for you problem. You need good digation. And good liver function also.

Sumit Bhattacharjee · Answer

Acne is treated accordingly to the grade of acne. Only benzoyl peroxide wil not cure your acne. Adapalene/ clindymycin cream need to be added in max cases of cases. Sometimes patient also need to take oral antibiotics according to the grade of acne. Other den this avoid sun exposure. Avoid using harsh soaps on face. Avoid high glycemic food. Visit nearst dermatolgist for better treatment. Thanks.

K.C. Nischal · Answer

If acne are not reducing, then 1. Change your life style to regularize hormone metabolism - exercise 6 days a week for 1 - 1.5 hours daily, avoid sweets, chocos, oily food and junk; increase carrot, tomato, green leafy vegetables and beetroot in diet; sleep before 12 am and sleep for 6-7 hours 2. You may need internal medications to regularize hormone triggers and peels may be required. This a dermatologist can help you after checking your skin.

Rejath Raj · Answer

Good evening lybrate-user. Acne can be quite stubborn in some. If just regular strength benzoyl peroxide gel isn't giving you the desired results, then you definitely need other prescription based medications. Kindly consult a qualified dermatologist either in person or via online consultation so that your skin can be examined properly before a prescription is handed out. In the meantime, eat a well balanced diet and drink plenty of water. Avoid junk food as much as you can and substitute high glycemic index food for low glycemic index options. Make sure to maintain your appropriate weight for height and try and get plenty of exercise. Lastly, avoid undue stress and make sure you get plenty of sleep.