J&JMom Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 Looks like my 14-year-old got his first zit. I want to start him on a mild, daily regime but don't want to break the bank. He has like two zits on his nose and doesn't need the dermatologist just yet. Both his dad and I had very mild cases of acne resolved quickly with OTC, but it has a been a while since I shopped for such things. What do you recommend? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandamom Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 I started zinc a few years ago for myself and noticed a tremendous difference in my skin. I hate when I don't take it -- I have thickened skin on my elbows and ankles that disappears when I'm on zinc. I use Vitacost for all of my supplements. I did some reading on acne and zinc and put my kids (now 17, 15 and 11) on it, several days per week.(In addition, I give them vitamin D3.) As a teen I didn't have a major problem with acne but my dh did. Neither girl have a problem with it excep for mild break-out monthly. So, do they take after me or has the zinc helped. Probably a little of both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monica_in_Switzerland Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 You can look at acne.org and their "regimen" products. It's very similar to Proactiv, but a fraction of the price. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lewber Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 My DS only has occasional breakouts mostly around his nose. I've found he does a better job with the cleansing wipes. He uses neutrogena rapid clear cleansing pads. If he's looking a little oily he'll do a Biore heating mask before he gets in the shower. He has pretty good skin so far- just turned 15- so for now this works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Wife Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 When I saw the dermatologist recently, she suggested Differin for my cycle-related breakouts as it is now available OTC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkyandtheBrains. Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 Looks like my 14-year-old got his first zit. I want to start him on a mild, daily regime but don't want to break the bank. He has like two zits on his nose and doesn't need the dermatologist just yet. Both his dad and I had very mild cases of acne resolved quickly with OTC, but it has a been a while since I shopped for such things. What do you recommend? Is his skin oily, normal or dry? Sensitive? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FriedClams Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 I wouldn't start anything other than teaching him how to wash his hair correctly, as how to wash his face (with a mild soap) correctly. With my kids that covers 95% of breakouts. I'd stay there and save the chemicals for later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lewber Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 As for chemical free- my friend's son has had good luck with tea tree cleansing pads. We have a container of those to start next. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matrips Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 Our pediatrician recently told my 12yo boy he should be washing his facing multiple times a day with an antibacterial soap like hibiclens. Not sure if it was for acne (which he doesn't have yet) or to prevent recurring infections. However it seems like many people do use it for acne control. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nemom Posted May 29, 2017 Share Posted May 29, 2017 My 17 yr old son has stopped eating dairy by choice and his face has cleared up on its own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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