Acne cure without meds

[Maverick_DJ]

I got this Acne cure off the internet after trying everything to clear up my spots.

There are things that work well such as Bp creams Accutane etc. however the side effects are not good.

Following is the report detailing what you need to clear up your acne.

This worked for me although you need to stick with it, give it a couple of months. It sounds like a long time but it is worth it.


This is long but worth it.

I have done a search and couldnt see anything about this, if it has been mentioned before then I apologise!!



Acne Report



Before I go on to tell you how I cured my Acne let me tell you a little more about what Acne is and what does and does not cause it.
This Report contains general information about acne. It describes what acne is and how it develops, the causes of acne, and the treatment options for various forms of acne. Information is also provided on caring for the skin. If you have further questions after reading this report, you may wish to discuss them with your doctor.

What Is Acne?
Acne is a disorder resulting from the action of hormones on the skin's oil glands (sebaceous glands), which leads to plugged pores and outbreaks of lesions commonly called pimples or zits. Acne lesions usually occur on the face, neck, back, chest, and shoulders. Nearly 17 million people in the United States have acne, making it the most common skin disease. Although acne is not a serious health threat, severe acne can lead to disfiguring, permanent scarring, which can be upsetting to people who are affected by the disorder.

How Does Acne Develop?
Doctors describe acne as a disease of the pilosebaceous units (PSUs). Found over most of the body, PSUs consist of a sebaceous gland connected to a canal, called a follicle, that contains a fine hair.
These units are most numerous on the face, upper back, and chest. The sebaceous glands make an oily substance called sebum that normally empties onto the skin surface through the opening of the follicle, commonly called a pore. Cells called keratinocytes line the follicle.
The hair, sebum, and keratinocytes that fill the narrow follicle may produce a plug, which is an early sign of acne. The plug prevents sebum from reaching the surface of the skin through a pore. The mixture of oil and cells allows bacteria Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) that normally live on the skin to grow in the plugged follicles. These bacteria produce chemicals and enzymes and attract white blood cells that cause inflammation. (Inflammation is a characteristic reaction of tissues to disease or injury and is marked by four signs: swelling, redness, heat, and pain.) When the wall of the plugged follicle breaks down, it spills everything into the nearby skin--sebum, shed skin cells, and bacteria--leading to lesions or pimples.
People with acne frequently have a variety of lesions, the basic acne lesion, called the comedo (KOM-e-do), is simply an enlarged and plugged hair follicle. If the plugged follicle, or comedo, stays beneath the skin, it is called a closed comedo and produces a white bump called a whitehead. A comedo that reaches the surface of the skin and opens up is called a blackhead because it looks black on the skin's surface. This black discoloration is not due to dirt. Both whiteheads and blackheads may stay in the skin for a long time.
Other troublesome acne lesions can develop, including the following:

Papules--inflamed lesions that usually appear as small, pink bumps on the skin and can be tender to the touch

Pustules (pimples)--papules topped by pus-filled lesions that may be red at the base

Nodules--large, painful, solid lesions that are lodged deep within the skin

Cysts--deep, painful, pus-filled lesions that can cause scarring.

What Causes Acne?
The exact cause of acne is unknown, but doctors believe it results from several related factors. One important factor is an increase in hormones called androgens (male sex hormones). These increase in both boys and girls during puberty and cause the sebaceous glands to enlarge and make more sebum. Hormonal changes related to pregnancy or starting or stopping birth control pills can also cause acne.
Another factor is heredity or genetics. Researchers believe that the tendency to develop acne can be inherited from parents. For example, studies have shown that many school-age boys with acne have a family history of the disorder. Certain drugs, including androgens and lithium, are known to cause acne. Greasy cosmetics may alter the cells of the follicles and make them stick together, producing a plug.

Factors That Can Make Acne Worse
Factors that can cause an acne flare include:
Changing hormone levels in adolescent girls and adult women 2 to 7 days before their menstrual period starts
Friction caused by leaning on or rubbing the skin
Pressure from bike helmets, backpacks, or tight collars
Environmental irritants, such as pollution and high humidity
Squeezing or picking at blemishes
Hard scrubbing of the skin.

Myths About the Causes of Acne
There are many myths about what causes acne. Chocolate and greasy foods are often blamed, but foods seem to have little effect on the development and course of acne in most people. Another common myth is that dirty skin causes acne; however, blackheads and other acne lesions are not caused by dirt. Finally, stress does not cause acne.

Who Gets Acne?
People of all races and ages get acne. It is most common in adolescents and young adults. Nearly 85 percent of people between the ages of 12 and 24 develop the disorder. For most people, acne tends to go away by the time they reach their thirties; however, some people in their forties and fifties continue to have this skin problem.

How Is Acne Treated?
Acne is often treated by dermatologists (doctors who specialize in skin problems). These doctors treat all kinds of acne, particularly severe cases. Doctors who are general or family practitioners, pediatricians, or internists may treat patients with milder cases of acne.
The goals of treatment are to heal existing lesions, stop new lesions from forming, prevent scarring, and minimize the psychological stress and embarrassment caused by this disease. Drug treatment is aimed at reducing several problems that play a part in causing acne: abnormal clumping of cells in the follicles, increased oil production, bacteria, and inflammation. Depending on the extent of the person's acne, the doctor will recommend one of several over-the-counter (OTC) medicines or prescription medicines that are topical (applied to the skin) or systemic (taken by mouth). The doctor may suggest using more than one topical medicine or combining oral and topical medicines.
Treatment for Blackheads, Whiteheads, and Mild Inflammatory Acne
Doctors usually recommend an OTC or prescription topical medication for people with mild signs of acne. Topical medicine is applied directly to the acne lesions or to the entire area of affected skin.
Benzoyl peroxide, resorcinol, salicylic acid, and sulfur are the most common topical OTC medicines used to treat acne. Each works a little differently. Benzoyl peroxide is best at killing P. acnes and may reduce oil production. Resorcinol, salicylic acid, and sulfur help break down blackheads and whiteheads. Salicylic acid also helps cut down the shedding of cells lining the follicles of the oil glands. Topical OTC medications are available in many forms, such as gel, lotion, cream, soap, or pad.
Treatments for Hormonally Influenced Acne in Women
Clues that help the doctor determine whether acne in an adult woman is due to an excess of androgen hormones are hirsutism (excessive growth of hair in unusual places), premenstrual acne flares, irregular menstrual cycles, and elevated blood levels of certain androgens. The doctor may prescribe one of several drugs to treat women with this type of acne. Low-dose estrogen birth control pills help suppress the androgen produced by the ovaries.
Other Treatments for Acne
Doctors may use other types of procedures in addition to drug therapy to treat patients with acne. For example, the doctor may remove the patient's comedones during office visits. Sometimes the doctor will inject cortisone directly into lesions to help reduce the size and pain of inflamed cysts and nodules.
Early treatment is the best way to prevent acne scars. Once scarring has occurred, the doctor may suggest a medical or surgical procedure to help reduce the scars. A superficial laser may be used to treat irregular scars. Another kind of laser allows energy to go deeper into the skin and tighten the underlying tissue and plump out depressed scars. Dermabrasion (or microdermabrasion), which is a form of "sanding down" scars, is sometimes combined with the subsurface laser treatment. Another treatment option for deep scars caused by cystic acne is the transfer of fat from one part of the body to the face.

 

[Maverick_DJ]

How Should People With Acne Care for Their Skin?
Clean Skin Gently
Most doctors recommend that people with acne gently wash their skin with a mild cleanser, once in the morning and once in the evening and after heavy exercise. Some people with acne may try to stop outbreaks and oil production by scrubbing their skin and using strong detergent soaps and rough scrub pads. However, scrubbing will not improve acne; in fact, it can make the problem worse. Patients should ask their doctor or another health professional for advice on the best type of cleanser to use. Patients should wash their face from under the jaw to the hairline. It is important that patients thoroughly rinse their skin after washing it.
Avoid Frequent Handling of the Skin
People who squeeze, pinch, or pick their blemishes risk developing scars or dark blotches. People should avoid rubbing and touching their skin lesions.
Shave Carefully
Men who shave and who have acne can test both electric and safety razors to see which is more comfortable. Men who use a safety razor should use a sharp blade and soften their beard thoroughly with soap and water before applying shaving cream. Nicking blemishes can be avoided by shaving lightly and only when necessary.
Choose Cosmetics Carefully
People being treated for acne often need to change some of the cosmetics they use. All cosmetics, such as foundation, blush, eye shadow, and moisturizers, should be oil free. Patients may find it difficult to apply foundation evenly during the first few weeks of treatment because the skin may be red or scaly, particularly with the use of topical tretinoin or benzoyl peroxide. Oily hair products may eventually spread over the forehead, causing closed comedones. Products that are labeled as noncomedogenic (do not promote the formation of closed pores) should be used; in some people, however, even these products may cause acne.
Acne bacteria does not cause acne and you can't cure it by killing acne bacteria.

The Complete cure for Acne explained

Vitamin B5 is a revolutionary way to fight acne that is just starting to come into mainstream use. Knowledge of its benefits have been relatively unknown until 1997 when Dr. Lit-Hung Leung, M.D. published his studies on B5's effects in preventing acne. Through years of research, he obtained results that are quite astonishing. The medical community and the public have been slow to recognize the great effects of B5. It has had more success in Asia and Hong Kong where the studies originally began and where the medical industry is structured differently
You can subscribe to the Journal of Orthomolecular Medicine or view their website and other back issues at: http://www.healthy.net/library/journals/ortho/
Pantothenic Acid in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris
"A Medical Hypothesis"
by Lit-Hung Leung, M.D.
This article originally appeared in the scientifically prestigious Journal of Orthomolecular Medicine Vol. 12 Number 2, 1997. The version below is from a reprint of the original article and revisions were made in December 1998.

The Pathogenesis of Acne Vulgaris: A Medical Hypothesis
Over the years the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris has been extensively studied including, the structure and function of the pilosebaceous follicle, the physiology of sebum, microflora in acne vulgaris, and abnormal follicular keratinization, considered to be one of the earliest events in acne formation. Despite the concerted effort of many scientists, internists, pathologists and dermatologists, the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris remains largely elusive.
In this paper, I would like to approach this problem from a different perspective. My clinical observations suggest that acne vulgaris may be closely related to the consumption of diets, which are rich in fat content. This impression is by no means novel. Textbooks do briefly mention this correlation though, more often than not, it is dismissed as irrelevant. However, my observations have led to quite the contrary conclusions. Not only is the fat content of food closely related to acne vulgaris but it forms some sort of linear relationship with the disease process. The more fat the patient consumes, the more severe will be the acne process. This observation is in line with the opinion of many dermatologists that chocolate, which is composed mainly of the creamy part of milk, and has a high degree of fat content, is bad for acne. Significantly, in this group of patients, any deliberate attempt in trying to avoid a fatty diet over a period of weeks, if not days, will often result in important compound, cholesterol, which in turn is basically synthesized from units of acetyl-CoA. In the synthetic process, the body naturally is always trying not only to reach for a normal level of androgens, but an optimal level, so as to allow the body to function at its best. However, this is not always possible, and the normal level reached may not represent the optimal level. This is natures flexible way of dealing with shortage of essential dietary elements in any form to achieve a level that is just enough to manage the present situation, leaving a variable degree of shortage from the optimal level.
In the present instance, in the two groups of boys, one group may have a normal level of androgens that is falling short of the optimum. One possible explanation for this is that there is a lack of basic building blocks, the acetyl-CoAs, which deter the body from operating at peak efficiency. If this is a viable possibility, it suggests that a plentiful supply or a deficiency of acetyl-CoA in the body may play a role in the acne process. this is certainly possible. Aside from its role in the synthesis of the sex hormones, acetyl-CoA, of which Coenzyme-A is the important component, it is also important in fatty acid metabolism as an acyl carrier in the lengthening and degradation of long chain fatty acids by adding or removing acyl groups in the metabolic process.
Acne vulgaris is related to lipid metabolism as well as the sex hormones, both of which have a lot to do with Coenzyme-A. This relationship provides a reasonable ground to link up the acne process to Coenzyme-A and to investigate the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris along this line.

The Importance of Coenzyme-A
In trying to link acne vulgaris to Coenzyme-A, it is important to have a hypothesis supporting some basic facts. A closer look at Coenzyme-A may provide the evidence.
A Sharing scenario; As a coenzyme active in both fatty acid metabolism and sex hormone synthesis, Coenzyme-A is shared between two different metabolic processes. This is not uncommon in biochemical reactions in metabolism, where a coenzyme is often shared among a number of reactions. Coenzyme-A is arguably the most important coenzyme in the body, and when a coenzyme is involved in the metabolic process to such an extent as this, it becomes legitimate to ask if a shortage and deficiency is possible. To answer this, a brief look at the structure of Coenzyme-A is warranted.
Coenzyme-A is formed from adenosine triphosphate, cysteine, and pantothenic acid. Of these pantothenic acid is the only component that is a vitamin, and must be provided from our dietary intake. Could there be an insufficient intake of pantothenic acid resulting in a deficiency in Coenzyme-A, which would leave the body unable to cope with all the reactions, that it has to perform with that all-important coenzyme? Conventional wisdom does not think so. It is suggested that pantothenic acid, being ubiquitous, can be had from whatever kind of food that is taken in, and that there is no question as to its deficiency in our body. However, a deficiency is still possible. After all, when so many reactions are dependent on the same agent, its demand must be tremendous. Shortage under such circumstances is not entirely impossible.

The Crucial Question and the New Theory
If the question of deficiency of Coenzyme-A does come up, how does it affect acne, knowing its importance in fatty acid metabolism and sex hormone synthesis? This is the crucial question. This is where the new hypothesis on the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris is based, and this is where it diverges from conventional medical ideas.
The author's proposed hypothesis for the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris is that the disease process is not caused by androgens, or any other sex hormones, but rather, the disease process results from a defect in lipid metabolism that is secondary to a deficiency in pantothenic acid, hence Coenzyme-A. Coenzyme-A, in carrying out its function efficiently both as an agent in fatty acid metabolism and an agent in androgen and sex hormone synthesis, has to be present in sufficient amounts, and anything less than sufficient will result in some compromise.

 

[Maverick_DJ]

Mother Nature's Choice
Faced with the dilemma of a shortage of Coenzyme-A the body will tend to make a choice that is to the best advantage of the individual. The body does so by largely maintaining the functionally more important reaction, while at the same time slowing down the lesser important one. The choice here is a relatively simple one. Nature will seek to take care of the synthesis of hormones first, because continuation of the species depends on the development of the sex organs. Fatty acid metabolism is, for the time being, at least in part halted. Lipids start to accumulate in the sebaceous glands, sebum excretion is increased, and acne begins to appear. When there is enough Coenzyme-A in the body, however, both reactions will be well taken care of. There are enough sex hormones for the sex organs to develop. The lipids in the sebaceous glands are completely metabolized by sufficient Coenzyme-A, and there will be no unwanted lipid in the glands and little sebum will be excreted to cause acne vulgaris.

The Mystery Revealed
The mechanism proposed above may be the reason why two groups of adolescent boys both with a normal blood level of androgen may exhibit differences in the incidence of acne. The group with acne is the one that has not enough pantothenic acid in the body, whereas in the other group, pantothenic acid levels are not deficient.
This new theory seems to work well here, and can be tested in other metabolic situations. In the case in which endogenous androgen stimulates acne, whereas exogenous does not, the reasoning for the observation is the same. Any endogenous androgen synthesis will require the participation of extra amount of pantothenic acid. This will channel off some of those that are doing the work of fatty acid metabolism. Consequently, fatty acid metabolism becomes less efficient and the individual is more prone to have acne.
Today, the percentage of adult women that have acne is increasing. Some of these women may not have had acne as teenagers, and are surprised to find that they have to deal with this unpleasant problem during their adult years. Acne can have profound psychological and social effects on adults, just as it does in teenagers.
Many women in their 30s and 40s experience high levels of life stress because they shoulder the multiple burdens of career, child rearing, and housework, and often the responsibility of caring for their own aging parents. Perhaps this increasing level of stress has contributed to the rising incidence of acne in adult women.

Microcomedo
Acne vulgaris of adulthood is similar to teenage acne. The pilosebaceous units of the face, chest, and back can be involved. The primary lesion of acne is the "microcomedo." A microscopic plug develops due to the presence of thickened and impacted keratin (dead cells) and excess oil production (sebum). More and more of the keratin and sebum back up behind this plug and form a distended follicular pore. This results in either an open comedo (blackhead) or a closed comedo (whitehead). The enlarged pilosebaceous structure allows Propionibacterium acne's, an anaerobic diphtheroid, to proliferate. Propionibacterium acne's contributes to the breakdown of lipids to free fatty acids, which are highly inflammatory. The distended follicle can rupture, causing further inflammation and the development of papules, pustules and nodules.

Acne Rosacea
Another skin disease that simulates and can coexist with acne vulgaris is acne rosacea. This skin problem is common in women, most often between the ages of 30 and 50. The face, especially the middle third, is erythematous and flushed. Multiple telangiectasias are frequently present. Small papules and pustules, which may look similar to those seen in acne vulgaris, are common, but the microcomedo component of acne vulgaris is absent in blepharitis. Rosacea keratitis is less common, but potentially vision-threatening. Rosacea is another skin disorder that is frequently stress related.
What about premenstrual flare? In the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, progesterone in is secreted abundantly by the corpus lutcum. This naturally will take up a lot of pantothenic acid from the body's pantothenic pool leading to a re-distribution of the vitamin and putting enormous pressure on fatty acid metabolism. When this metabolic process is not performing satisfactorily, lipid begins to accumulate in the sebaccous glands, an increase in sebum is excreted, and acne follows. That is why even thought progesterone has no effect on sebaceous gland activity, an increasing level of progesterone in the late stage of the luteal phase leaves the acne patient with a prominent flare.
Similarly, this may explain why eunuchs rarely exhibit acne. Since so few sex hormones are secreted, the pantothenic acid pool can deploy a more significant portion of its reserve to metabolize fatty acids. When this is efficiently done, little sebum is excreted, and no acne is formed.
This theory also explains the paradoxical problem of equal sex hormones that counts. Both males and females need sex hormones for the development of sex organs and the secondary sexual characteristics. The only difference is that in the male, the female sex hormones predominate. Apparently the synthesis of sex hormones uses a large portion of the pantothenic acid pool, leaning a relative shortage of it to efficiently metabolize fatty acids. The result is that acne starts to erupt, at the same time the sex organs begin to develop at puberty.
The reason acne first erupts at puberty is not, therefore, endocrinological, but rather secondary to the deployment of a substantial amount of pantothenic acid for the purposes of synthesis of sex hormones, leaving a relative deficiency for fatty acid metabolism. The size of this pantothenic acid pool and the ability with which the individual can deploy reserves from the pool varies and is likely to be influenced by genetic and dietary factors.
In conditions in which there is an increase in secretion of any hormone whose synthesis requires the participation of pantothenic acid, acne may erupt. This is frequently seen with those hormone secreting tumours of the ovary, testis and the adrenals. The rapid decline in incidence of acne after adolescence can also be explained. After the sex organs are fully developed, less sex hormones are required, leaving an adequate supply of pantothenic acid to serve the function of fatty acid metabolism. When this function is efficiently accomplished, sebum secretion dries up, and acne starts to fade.

Deficiency in Lipid Metabolism
In linking the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris to a deficiency in lipid metabolism and pantothenic acid, it is worthwhile to remember that fatty acid metabolism is not the sole domain of pantothenic acid. There are some other essential dietary factors that are also of importance in the same process. Together they form a system that will make the whole metabolic process as efficient as possible. Preliminary studies by the author suggest that, together with pantothenic acid, biotin as well as nicotinamide help to further improve the therapeutic results. By themselves alone, they are far less effective in helping acne patients than with pantothenic acid, and this serves to support the suggestion that pantothenic acid plays a central role in lipid metabolism. Lipid metabolism is a complicated process, and is often intertwined with other metabolic processes, sharing with them common coenzymes in widely different reactions. When there is an increase in level of some of these coenzymes, there may be a shift in the directions of some ongoing reactions, and may affect lipid metabolism as a result. This can manifest clinically as acne vulgaris. To illustrate this, there are reports showing that acne may be induced by administration of large doses of vitamin B12 alone or in combination with B6. Cessation of the administration of these vitamins will bring a halt to the acne eruptions. If the body is in a relative deficiency state in B6 and B12, administration of the vitamins will enhance the reactions that involve the participation of these vitamins. This will set up a chain of events, some of which entail the participation of pantothenic acid. With the total pantothenic acid pool fixed relative to an increase in other vitamins, emphasis of any reaction involving pantothenic acid will automatically mean a cutting back on other reactions that require it as a coenzyme. This will often include those involving lipid metabolism, resulting in a certain degree of deficiency in that metabolic process, hence the increased incidence of acne vulgaris in these studies.

 

[Maverick_DJ]

Stress Related Acne
It is perhaps relevant here to consider stress as another common factor that is known to affect acne adversely. Stress in many forms poses as an aggravating factor in acne lesions. Lack of sleep at night, pre-examination tension, any psychological problem that may worry the patient will bring on new acne lesions. To understand this, one should recall that in combating stress, the body will secrete glucocorticoids from the adrenal glands as a means to adapt to stress, what is commonly known as the fight-or-flight reaction. The glucocorticoids, like the sex hormones, are derivatives of cholesterol, and increased demand for this hormone will draw on the pantothenic acid pool. Lipid metabolism may therefore be compromised, rendering the body more prone to acne.
If pantothenic acid deficiency is indeed the main causative agent in the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris, it is logical to ask how much pantothecic acid patients are lacking in absolute amounts.

Deficiency Syndromes
Nutritional requirements can rarely be met through a well balanced diet, and dietary supplements, including vitamins, are often required. It is the generally held belief of the medical profession that vitamins, though essential to life and not synthesized in the body, are not required in great amounts. This view was challenged, notably by Linus Pauling. In his book, How to Live Longer and Feel Better, Pauling provided vigorous proof, through comparative studies in animals and from an evolutionary point of view, that vitamin C supplements are needed if an optimal state of health is to be achieved. Not only is supplementation necessary, gut the amount required is far greater than most people believe, as with the case of vitamin C where the optimal dose may be 10 or more grams a day. This issue was a point of heated debate in the 1970s and 1980s.
Though Pauling has quite a large following, by and large, the issue was dismissed by the mainstream medical profession, because of a lack of theoretical support and a general bias against nutritional and vitamin therapy. But, in view of the new evidence suggested in this and many other papers, it seems appropriate that the issue be considered.

How Much Pantothenic Acid?
In trying to determine the amount of pantothinic acid necessary to relieve acne patients of their symptoms, Pauling's experience with vitamin C provides a good guideline. Pauling had for a long time recommended vitamin C in high dosages to achieve optimal health. Radically different from what is recommended by the Food and Nutrition Board of the National Research Council (who recommended 60 mg daily). Pauling's recommended daily intake of vitamin C amounts to several grams a day. The recommendation was stepped up to 15-20 grams a day in his later years. Using these recommendations as a background, it becomes somewhat easier to arrive at a proper dosage for pantothentic acid in the treatment of acne vulgaris.
Pantothenic acid, which acquires its name from the Greek word meaning ubiquitous, is present in all tissues. Its universal presence is an indication of its importance. This is further reflected by the many reactions that it catalyzes. It should not come as a surprise then, that the amount of pantothenic acid required for optimal health, is of the same order of that of vitamin C. Based on this argument, the dose of pantothenic acid administered to the acne patients was up to 10 grams a day, and the result of these studies were first reported in Medical Hypotheses.

The Effect of Pantothenic Acid on Acne Vulgaris
One hundred patients of Chinese descent were included in the study, 45 males and 55 females. The age ranged from 10 to 30, and with about 80% between 13 and 23. The severity of the disease process varied. They were given 10 grams of pantothenic acid a day in four divided doses. To enhance the effect, the patients were also asked to apply a cream consisting of 20% by weight of pantothenic acid to the affected area, four to six tines a day. With this treatment regimen, the response is as prompt as it is impressive. There is a noticeable decrease in sebum secretion on the face usually 2-3 days after initiation of therapy. The face becomes less oily. After two weeks, existing lesions start to regress while the rate of eruption of new acne lesions begins to slow down. In cases with moderate severity, the condition is normally in complete control in about eight weeks, with most of the lesions gone and new lesions only to erupt occasionally. In those patients with severe acne lesions, complete control may take months, sometimes up to six months or longer. In some of these cases, in order to get a more immediate response, it may even be necessary to step up the dose to 15-20 grams a day. In any event, the improvement is normally a gradual and steady process, with perhaps minor interruptions by premenstrual flare or excessive intakes of oily food. With this form of treatment, another striking feature is the size of the facial skin pore.
The pore size becomes noticeably smaller within one to two weeks, very often much sooner. Like sebum excretion, the pores will continue to shrink until the skin becomes much finer, giving the patient a much more beautiful skin.
This decrease in skin pore size is presumably related to sebum excretion. When an acne lesion is formed, there is in the epithelial cell of the hair follicle an accumulation of lipids, leaving the epithelial cells bulky and the lumen of the gland narrowed. When there is a concomitant increase in sebum flow, the follicle has no choice but to hypertrophy to accommodate the changes, resulting in an enlarged skin pore and coarse skin. With the administration of pantothenic acid, the whole process is reversed. Lipid metabolism becomes normal and efficient. The epithelium is no longer laden with fat droplets, there is a decrease in sebum excretion, the hypertrophy process is not required. The skin pores revert to a much smaller size and the skin becomes smooth and fine.
As acne lesions tend to subside spontaneously after puberty, some patients do not need a maintenance dose. But, if a patient is in his mid-teens, when the sexual characteristics have yet to fully develop, it may be necessary for replacement therapy to be implemented.
This maintenance dose, can be lowered, or increased with the clinical symptoms. A maintenance dose will not only act as a preventive measure against sporadic eruption, but the extra pantothenic acid will help to ease the relative deficiency state, and likely improve the general health of the patient.
This may be the first time that you've heard of vitamin B5. (Pantothenic Acid). The news has been spreading mostly through newsletters, acne message forums, back pages on the Internet, and by word of mouth. My hope is to show you how to completely cure acne and protect you from the terrible side effects of Accutane (isotretinion), my hope is that people and the medical community alike will start realizing the great benefits of vitamin B5
Directions and how many B5 capsules to take
Also called (Pantothenic Acid)

Although it takes time to see the full benefits of B5, it also takes time for it
to fade on a lower amount. Sometimes people don't realize this until two or
three weeks after they've gone below their optimal daily amounts.

For the first 3 days
• Take 3 grams of Vitamin B 5 twice a day, for a total of 6 grams per day.
Take also a normal (one per day) dose of a Complete Vitamin B complex as well.
After the first three days
• Take 2 grams of Vitamin B5. 5 times a day, for a total of 10 grams per day.
Take also a normal (one per day) dose of a Complete Vitamin B complex as well.
(You only have to take this much initially).
• Continue taking 10 grams a day for the first three months or until your acne is clear (three months is generally the time it takes to see the fullest extent of B5's results.

• Do not take over 10 grams per day without first consulting a
physician.
You also need to take a normal amount of a complete Vitamin B Complex along with your 10 grams of pure vitamin b5
Vitamin B5 is only one of the B vitamins it is the most important for curing acne, But you need to also take a normal amount of Vitamin B Complex as well (one per day)
Vitamin B5 and Vitamin B Complex can be bought in any health Store or you can buy them online. Vitamin B5 will usually be labelled as Pantothenic Acid.
Try to buy it in capsule form @ 500 mg per capsule = (1/2 a gram).
That means that if you are taking 10 grams per day, you would take 20 x 500 mg (½ gram) Capsules per day. Say 5 capsules 4 times a day.
It is ALWAYS BEST to take your capsules just after you have eaten because they will be absorbed better.
The side effects can include:
•A lightening of the stool is the main side effect.
•Mild diarrhea happens in some cases but is not very common.
•Severe diarrhea is very unusual. Please stop taking B5 however, if you get severe diarrhea
•Mild stomach irritation happens occasionally. Take B5 in lower amounts and at greater frequencies if this happens. Try to take it with food. If it persists reduce the amount of B5 taken per day. Again, the body tends to adjust to this and the stomach irritation fades over time.
• Sensitive teeth is an extremely rare side effect.
• Possible headaches during the initial detoxification (the 1st week or so of starting). It is a rare effect. It is more common among women.
• Some people experience an increase in energy and sense of well being while taking B5.
• Some people experience a decrease in energy while taking B5.
• If you have any adverse effects from B5 Supplements, please stop taking it immediately and consult a physician.
• Do not take B5 Supplements if you are pregnant or breast feeding.

 

[Maverick_DJ]

How well does B5 work? What percentage of people does it work for?
In Dr. Lit-Hung Leung's clinical study, the results were over 90%. However, this was in a controlled group where patients followed instructions carefully and were under close supervision of a physician. I believe 80% to 85% is more realistic, which is about the same percentage as Accutane's (isotretinion) effectiveness.
The most common reason for failure is not taking enough, not giving it enough time, and not sticking to a consistent amount on a daily basis.

How long will B5 take to work? Will I be able to see results by the end of my first bottle?
As with Accutane (isotretinion), B5 is not something that works over night. By the end of the first bottle, most people will start to see signs by their reduction in skin oil. That is not always the case however, especially for those who decide not to take the full 10grams per day. The body has to be jarred into producing additional coenzyme A. It generally takes up to 3 months to see B5's full effects.
Does B5 work for both adults and teenagers?
Yes, B5 is effective for both adults and teenagers. You might be surprised, but the majority of people who use B5 Supplements are adults.

How much B5 do I need to take?
If you have never taken B5 before:
• For the first three days take 3 grams, twice a day, for a total of 6 grams per day.
• After the first three days, take 2 grams 5 times a day, for a total of 10 grams per day (You only have to take this much initially).
• Continue taking 10 grams a day for the first three months or until your acne is
clear (three months is generally the time it takes to see the fullest extent of B5's
benefits).
Take also a normal (one per day) dose of a Complete Vitamin B complex as well. This is just as important as the vitamin B5
• Remember to take all of your capsules every day. Write it down or keep track if you have to. Remember, clear skin is just around the corner.
• Once your acne has cleared up, slowly start reducing the number of capsules taken per day. 4 to 8 grams per day is generally enough depending on the extent of your acne. If you notice the return of pimples and oily skin, it means you went under your optimal daily amount. Return to the amount prior to your last reduction.

• Keep in mind that B5's effects are delayed roughly 2 weeks after consumption. If you have just started B5, it may take longer, as the body must first be jarred into producing additional coenzyme A.

Doesn't 10 grams a day seem like a lot to be taking?
This is the most common question that I get. The capsules are very easy to swallow. Keep in mind it's only temporary, it's 100% safe, and it's extremely effective. The purpose of the 10 grams per day is to force the body into producing more coenzyme A. It has to be initially jarred. After greater coenzyme A production has started, the number of grams taken per day can be reduced to a maintenance dose of between 4-8 grams per day.
What are the side effects of taking B5?
•A lightening of the stool is the main side effect.
•Mild diarrhea happens in some cases but is not very common.
•Severe diarrhea is very unusual. Please stop taking B5 however, if you get severe diarrhea.
•Mild stomach irritation happens occasionally. Take B5 in lower amounts and at greater frequencies if this happens. Try to take it with food. If it persists reduce the amount of B5 taken per day. Again, the body tends to adjust to this, and the stomach irritation fades over time.
• Sensitive teeth is an extremely rare side effect.
• Possible headaches during the initial detoxification (the 1st week or so of starting). It is a rare effect.
It is more common among women.
• Some people experience an increase in energy and sense of well being while taking B5.
• Some people experience a decrease in energy and sense of well being while taking B5.
• If you have any adverse effects from B5 Supplements, please stop taking it immediately and consult a physician.
• Do not take B5 Supplements if you are pregnant or breast feeding.

Is B5 completely safe?
Vitamin B5 is a water-soluble vitamin and is safe to take in high quantities. It is impossible to overdose. Besides the minor side effects, no adverse reactions have ever been reported. Various studies have confirmed it's safety. You should not take it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding however.
Will B5 interfere with any other medications?
No. B5 is an all-natural treatment. It will not conflict with any other medications. Please talk to your physician if you have any doubts or if you think you've had adverse effects from B5.
What if I just have mild acne? Would 4-6 grams a day be enough?
For some people with light acne 4-6 grams a day is more than adequate. However, this isn't always the case. The B5 threshold must be taken into account.
B5's effects tend to be enhanced the most above the 10 grams per day range. This is because the body must be forced into producing additional coenzyme A in order to be effective. The initial threshold must be reached if you will. This is why we recommend 10 grams per day until your skin is clear. If you have light acne it will clear even more quickly, so you can subsequently reduce your daily amounts.

Is it possible to take more than 10 grams per day for very severe acne?
We still recommend 10 grams per day even for severe acne. There is a small category of people with acne severe enough that it could warrant them increasing their intakes above 10 grams per day. However, do not take above 10 grams a day without first consulting a physician.
In the study by Dr. Lit-Hung Leung there were patients who took more than the equivalent of 10 grams per day and improved their results. This should only be done under the direct supervision of a physician.
Can I take Accutane (isotretinion) and B5 at the same time?
B5 will not interfere with Accutane (isotretinion), but it is not recommended to take them at the same time. They both prevent acne in similar ways and taking both at the same time isn't necessary.
Can I take B5 as I'm coming off of Accutane (isotretinion)?
Yes. However, if Accutane (isotretinion) has already cleared your skin it may be perfectly possible to remain acne free just by keeping good maintenance with applied products. Otherwise, start taking B5 two weeks before you stop taking Accutane (isotretinion).
Are there any physical characteristics that would increase a person's chance for success with B5?
To a small extent, yes. It depends on a person's acne to oily skin ratio. For example, some people may have extremely oily skin, yet only have light to moderate acne. These people have a slight advantage with B5. Other people may have less oil on their skin, yet still have an equal amount of acne. This could be from differences in skin texture, the immune system, and other things. However, acne is still not possible without excessive skin oil. B5 is largely effective for everyone, and this ratio is just a small thing to take into consideration.
I just started taking B5 and my acne has increased. Is this normal?
During the first week of starting B5, some people notice an increase in their acne. This is possibly a result of the B5 pushing pre-existing pimples to the surface of the skin. It is nothing to be alarmed about. Keep in mind, the positive effects of B5 generally take2-3 weeks, sometimes longer before they occur.
How do I know if B5 is right for me?
Vitamin B5 is something that falls in between traditional applied skin products (soaps, cleansers, toners, topical treatments) and Accutane (isotretinion). There are many people whose acne is not helped by applied products, yet it simply isn't bad enough to warrant the step up to Accutane (isotretinion).
If applied skin products have not worked for you, B5 is something you should seriously consider. If you have not tried the more powerful topical treatments (Retin-A Micro, Benzamycin) then those might be a good option as well.
Something else to consider is:
•B5 will significantly reduce the amount of time you have to spend manually cleansing your skin, which is a definite plus. It also reduces the amount of money you have to spend on applied products.
In the end it's up to you to make the judgment call. I have tried to make this Report as informative as possible. Please do not hesitate in talking to your physician if you have any doubts about B5 or your other options.

 

[CLOONEY]

Some very good insight and information there. I hope it helps someone! I was once told the same thing about curing acne, and have already read most of what you said. I didnt try it however, I simply took the pills the doc gave me and used a lotion (pure alcohol content), and it cleared mine up astonishingly!

 

[Sexual]

I can clear my face up any time I get a zit instantly. Clindagel in the morning and Tazorac at night. Yuppers.

 

[Phat]

if only u guys washed ur dam faces.. u wouldnt have acne..it also depends on how dirty ur pillow case is.

 

[So FLY]

proactiv works really well to get rid of acne

 

[shagnscoob]

been there done that :-(


this method of trying to allieve your acne is insanely expensive, and it didnt work for me. i took 5 grams a day for2 weeks, 7 grams for 1 week after, and straight up 10g for 5 weeks after that, and i had nothing to show for it. my wallet was busted as hell after that -.-


everyone is different, but right now im really diggin this-->

www.geocities.com/loganruns73


much better analysis than what your report provided, very concrete stuff there, ive been using the pcmx for only a few days and my face looks better, although i doubt itll work for everyone.

 

[whistler]

You can try it, and it may work for you.

But realize that that article is not a scientific article, nor is it from an actual scientific journal.

And the reason why it's not is because it's not science. And they're not being suprressed because of the establishment. If it really worked, it would be published in an actual journal and they would have cashed in long ago.

Again, it may work. But bear in mind that if it did, it would be prescribed by dermatologists.

just saying caveat emptor,

whistler

 

[Mandiblard]

This is all bull****, i've had the most severe acne i've ever seen on a person in my life, now i'm over it and the ONLY thing that made a significant difference was altering my diet, and cutting out all that junk food. "but but my ignorance says otherwise!" you say, well maybe it's different for everyone, but in my experience, my advice is eat more fruit and vegetables and less junk like chocolate, cakes, biscuits etc anything with too much sugar. Before you dismiss this TRY IT!

TRY IT!

I remember reading people say this before I was clear, I didn't listen, I thought I knew better, cut out that junk food RIGHT NOW!

 

[Caldus]

Originally posted by Phat
if only u guys washed ur dam faces.. u wouldnt have acne..it also depends on how dirty ur pillow case is.

I wash my face every day in the shower and I still get acne so it's not that (at least for me). I think what worked best for me was ProActiv but you have to make sure to use it every day.

 

[TedJustAdmitIt]

Google:30% Glycolic Acid

It's the stuff used in expensive chemical peels,you can buy it real cheap online and do it yourself.
Don't let the word acid worry you,it's a natural AHA(alpha hdroxy acid)found in sugar cane.....good **** for acne,general blemishes,skin discolourations,sun damage,fine lines/wrinkles,acne scars and stretch marks

 

[Porky]

Wash your face 5-7 times a day. Just warm water and a facial moisturizer.

 

[Warboss Alex]

Good grief. It's only acne, it'll go! We all had it at some stage, more or less.

Keep yourself clean and use a moisturiser or facial cleanser (or both). Otherwise, just be patient!

 

[incognito42]

Originally posted by Phat
if only u guys washed ur dam faces.. u wouldnt have acne..it also depends on how dirty ur pillow case is.

Have you ever heard of genetics you ignorant fool? Or any of the other nearly uncontrollable causes?

 

[Caldus]

Has anyone tried the sun treatment? Just sitting out in the sun every day or so for a few weeks and noticing any differences? I'm probably going to try that too.

 

[arutha]

Hey good idea, then all your skin cancers can cover up the acne!

Judging from the responses here I would say it looks like it is different for everyone and just try different things to get rid of it.. I took zinc pills for a while, made a bit of a difference and they weren't very expensive, now I just scrub my face and when pimples appear I burst em open and make them bleed, makes them go away fairly quick for me. And lots of water splashed on my face as often as possible seems to help.

 

[SumRussianGuy]

I tried the B5 (pantothenic acid) and it made a significant difference. Took about 2 months before I got the results i was happy with.

I also have cystic acne. Can be very painful. The B5 didn't do much for it. What I did notice was that when I stopped my intake of dairy products, my cystic acne seems to also have stopped.

BTW I am currently using 10 grams of B5 (that seems to be the magic number), 20,000 I.U. of Vitamin A, 25 mg of Zinc and a Vitamin B-complex.