An Interview with Erin

I had a chance to interview Erin from Michigan who is finishing her senior year in college. She was part of the sample group for a recent acne study of the AcneRecovery adjustable system. Her experience is very interesting and shows how each person has a unique experience in dealing with acne.

I think you find it interesting and be able to connect with her experience...

Tell me a little about your acne experience and when it was the most severe?

I started having real acne problems right after graduated from high school, at 17 or 18, right at the beginning of college. When it was bad, it got really painful. When I have it bad right now, when it flares up, it still seems painful. The pain is the worst part. I’ve tried many different treatments—Neutrogena, Proactive, and other over the counter treatments. They all seemed to work for a little bit but then things would go back to exactly how they used to be.

What about the social aspect? Was that ever an issue?

The social aspect wasn’t ideal either. But I was lucky that I wasn’t in high school where that is a major problem. I’m comfortable with who I am so the social part of it isn’t as much of a stress.

You mentioned earlier that you used many different treatments and they all seemed to lose effectiveness after a while. What would happen?

Proactive stayed effective the longest, but then it seemed to fizzle away and not be very effective. It seemed to dry out my skin. It made my skin really flaky. That seemed to be the trend for everything I used. Except Nutregena, it made my skin more oily. Other treatments seemed to dry out my skin mostly. I thought that was strange.

Have you ever used prescription acne medication?

I’m using Benzoyl Peroxide. It’s very concentrated and dries out my skin.

How did you find out about AcneRecovery and decide to take part of the sample group?

Well, my brother had Crohn’s disease. And when I went with him to his doctor for a check-up, she mentioned it.

How has your experience with AcneRecovery been?

During most of the study I was on the high setting, on 10. More into the study I was able to fluctuate the range as I needed it. When I was able to lower the concentration of it, it seemed to still work very effectively and wasn’t as severe as the other treatments I’ve used. My skin didn’t dry out and I was able to control my acne better.

What are some other ways, besides OTC or prescription treatments, that you have found to help prevent acne breakouts?

When I’m more active it seems like the acne is better. If I’m exercising and if I’m getting better sleep. When my life is healthier there is definitively an improvement. And if I’m out in the sun.
It’s easiest in the summer because I’m more active. In the fall it seems that I’m inside a lot more and eating large meals or studying. It always comes back then.

Is there any advice that you would like to give other people who struggle with controlling their acne?

Eat well and exercise; make sure that you wash your face every morning and every night. Be adamant about it, and don’t get lazy and go to sleep. After you get in the bed and you are ready to sleep, having to get out of bed for two minutes and wash your face is really difficult. It takes a certain amount of discipline, but it’s worth it.

- By David Tolbert

OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION: What do I need to be careful about? (Medication Warnings) Tips for success The American Academy of Dermatology National Institute of Health How AcneRecovery delivers different strengths

 

“I also found previous products too irritating and often stopped them after a few days.

With AcneRecovery, you can control the setting. This is a very good option.

Acne Recovery gives you what you need when you need it. You have total control based on how your skin is doing that particular day. I still have oily skin but I have seen a remarkable improvement in my skin's appearance since I've been using the products."

– AlisonWells, 40

“When my acne was at its worst, my self confidence was practically nil. I always felt that people were looking at my blemishes and not at the real me.

AcneRecovery has allowed me to be able to adjust my treatment according to my skin reaction. When my skin would become itchy and red I toned down the treatment until it no longer itched. My skin looks younger and has not dried out at all like other products have done in the past. My skin is softer and healthier looking than it ever has been.”

– Melissa Wyss, 37

“I do a lot of work in the theatre, and acne has always been a problem. I felt uncomfortable performing in front of people, simply because of the way my skin looked. More importantly, I was limited by how my skin made me FEEL about myself.

With acne recovery, my skin is much more under control, and it has really helped my self-esteem, which has really boosted my ability to be comfortable and free on stage!”

– Anna Dart, 19

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If at any time you have questions about your acne, call us at 1.800.539.5195 and we’ll do our best to help you out.

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