Neeeeeeeeeed serious help

[rena880]

First of all i have spots on my face and i'm 18 years old so i guess they are acne and they leave scars on my face.......also on my arms and back......besides black holes which i don't know how to get rid of and when i empty those they form holes on my skin......so finally i have scars and holes which really makes me look bad and outdoor activity turns me black.the sun affects my skin badly and my hands are totally a different color compared to my body.
need help pleaseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee:( i'm 18 and i'm in the university and can't tolerate it

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
These bumps can be infected hair follicles and the black holes are open pores. Large pores can be easily dealt with proper cleansing and frequent toning and moisturizing of the skin. Other treatments to consider include microdermabrasion, skin resurfacing lasers and chemical skin peels.

For folliculitis, keep the area clean and apply some topical antiseptics. Also wear loose-fitting cotton clothing and use an antibacterial soap or mild soap like dove.Avoid any kind of cosmetics. Topical antibiotics such as mupirocin or neomycin containing ointment are also useful.In case the symptoms persist then oral antibiotics may be needed.Pls consult a dermatologist in that case.

Hope it helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional doubts.Kind regards.

[rena880]

thanks alot.....i'll try what you said.....but as i was searching on the internet i found something that says using lemon on my face everyday before going to bed does treat black holes......i did really try it for 2 dayz now and i c it works........it almost cloased the holes which was on my face........:)

one more question f u wont mind

my hair iz also falling too much and i dont know why and it also has dandruff which increases and decreases without me interfering by any means......and i dont know what to do....i consulted a dermatologist and he gave me vitamins which still didnt work that much..............besides the common shaving problem.....:S..........after shaving with a few dayz the hair starts growing back under my skin which forms black spots which seriously look ugly on my arms and legs......they happen to occur when i use a razor a silka bell machine or even waxing methods........same results is there...ingrown hairs.....how can i deal with these problems plz

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
The dandruff can be due to internal or external causes. Eat a healthy diet. You can also take vit B6 and vit A and E which are good for hair and skin. Try medicated shampoos for dandruff. There are a number of over-the-counter shampoos available that can help. The most effective ingredients -- antimicrobials -- to look for are zinc pyridinethione, selenium sulfide, sulfur and ketoconazole (also available by prescription). If your hair is colored, don't use products with selenium sulfide or sulfur.
For the ingrown hair, when you are waxing,apply wax in the direction of hair growth and wax should be tolerably hot.Then try to wax the hair out in a single strip as multiple strips may injure the skin more.After waxing apply ice(wrapped in a towel) and some calamine lotion on the skin which helps in soothing.You can also take some over the counter anti-inflammatory like ibuprofen after waxing.

However,the best method of painless hair removal is by laser treatment.I would advise you to consult a dermatologist/cosmetologist and discuss this option with him.
Hope it helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or in case you have any additional doubts.Kind regards.