should i feel embarrassed about my acne?

That and also should i feel embarresed about asking my mom about going to a dermontolist? I mean acne is common in teens and im 16 and i want to have a clear face by next school year.  So like should i be ashamed of myself and embarrassed toward my parents about telling them? I mean it is something i cant help.

Also my brother had really bad acne(worse then me) and went to a dermontologist and the doctor gave him some pills(i think minocycaline) and never had a pimple since(he is 18 now).

I dont have it REAL bad but its def. there, like moderate i guess...

That and also should i feel embarresed about asking my mom about going to a dermontolist? I mean acne is common in teens and im 16 and i want to have a clear face by next school year.  So like should i be ashamed of myself and embarrassed toward my parents about telling them? I mean it is something i cant help.

Also my brother had really bad acne(worse then me) and went to a dermontologist and the doctor gave him some pills(i think minocycaline) and never had a pimple since(he is 18 now).

I dont have it REAL bad but its def. there, like moderate i guess...

biggerdjam

if you think that's embarrassing; what would you do if you had pimples on your scrotum?

I had bad acne and they gave stuff called Accutane. Worked great.

Nothing to be embarrassed about. Go to the doctor.

dude...  seriously.

hurry up and get to the doctor before you end up like bill murray and edward james olmos.

I had bad acne and they gave stuff called Accutane. Worked great.

gameofthering

Why would you be embarrassed about asking your parents to take you to the doctor for your acne? Its your parents....not a hot girl :?

if you think that's embarrassing; what would you do if you had pimples on your scrotum?

VaguelyTagged

I'd go see a dermatologist. Don't feel embarrassed, and ignore the idiots who think acne has anything to do with health/diet and hygiene.PernicioEnigma

[QUOTE="PernicioEnigma"]I'd go see a dermatologist. Don't feel embarrassed, and ignore the idiots who think acne has anything to do with health/diet and hygiene.ferrari2001

This may sound like a stupid question, but are you sure you're washing your face well? When I was in HS I got put on stuff for light acne and it didn't really do anything except dry my face out. The only thing that got rid of it was just getting older. At around the age of 20, it just stopped. You're always going to get zits as long as you have skin but age seems to be the best cure.

[QUOTE="ferrari2001"][QUOTE="PernicioEnigma"]I'd go see a dermatologist. Don't feel embarrassed, and ignore the idiots who think acne has anything to do with health/diet and hygiene.PernicioEnigma

This may sound like a stupid question, but are you sure you're washing your face well? When I was in HS I got put on stuff for light acne and it didn't really do anything except dry my face out. The only thing that got rid of it was just getting older. At around the age of 20, it just stopped. You're always going to have zits as long as you have skin but age seems to be the best cure.

Pirate700

[QUOTE="PernicioEnigma"][QUOTE="ferrari2001"] Actually a diet low in sugar and proper cleaning has been shown to significantly decrease breakouts. As a teenager you're still going to get them, but with proper hygiene and diet they won't be as bad. ferrari2001

While not a direct cause lots of other places seem to think some food can aggravate acne symptoms and you should avoid those foods. Usually sugars. Again food isn't a primary cause but cutting down on sugars a lot of times helps people. Maybe not always but it's surely worth trying.

Your link also clearly states "Contrary to popular belief, acne isn't caused by a harmful diet, poor hygiene, or an uncontrolled sex drive."

[QUOTE="gameofthering"]

I had bad acne and they gave stuff called Accutane. Worked great.

biggerdjam

My acne wasnt too bad , just had it along my jawline but accutane worked very wellGamingVengeance

I had bad acne and they gave stuff called Accutane. Worked great.

gameofthering

Puberty - deal with it.

It'll go away when you're 30ish.

TC, you haven't answered my question.

This may sound like a stupid question, but are you sure you're washing your face well? When I was in HS I got put on stuff for light acne and it didn't really do anything except dry my face out. The only thing that got rid of it was just getting older. At around the age of 20, it just stopped. You're always going to get zits as long as you have skin but age seems to be the best cure.

Pirate700

Wanting to look good is a good thing.BranKetra

nah

If you want to solve it, man/woman up and go see a skin doctor. Also, clinique cover up is your friend. 

You should never feel embarrassed about doing anything to improve yourself.  Especially these days where it's no longer taboo as a guy to do things like tanning, waxing, or getting a facial.  Acne is just a medical problem.  There didn't used to be much you could do about it but now there are all sorts of things that actually work.

So go tell your parents you want to see a doctor.

yes, wash your face.

This may sound like a stupid question, but are you sure you're washing your face well? When I was in HS I got put on stuff for light acne and it didn't really do anything except dry my face out. The only thing that got rid of it was just getting older. At around the age of 20, it just stopped. You're always going to get zits as long as you have skin but age seems to be the best cure.

Pirate700

Change your diet and eat less sugar. Too much sugar causes breakouts for lots of people.

yes you are an embarrassment to everyone

kidding

Don't feel embarrassed. It's better to treat it now than later or else you may get some scars from it. 

I've had a significant improvement with the treatment I was given. The scars are finally fading away too but might get laser treatment to buff up my face. They aren't huge scars either that leave sinkholes so I'm a bit fortunate than most people.

Mine was caused by a hormonal imbalance so without it I'd have adult acne. 

Acne is not a reflection of any personal failings within your mind so there is no reason to be upset about it other than the inconvenience/discomfort of it.Laihendi

I had bad acne for quite a few years, after seeing my doctor I'm now taking Doxycyline and a gell called Differin. Making a great difference as it's pretty much all gone now. I tried cleaning my face more, nothing. Tried changing diet, nothing. Tried a few different anti acne products from the supermarket with no real results, was so glad when I finally talked to my doctor about wanting to do something. Don't make the same mistake I did, I should have done that years ago.

[QUOTE="Laihendi"]Acne is not a reflection of any personal failings within your mind so there is no reason to be upset about it other than the inconvenience/discomfort of it.EagleEyedOne

[QUOTE="EagleEyedOne"][QUOTE="Laihendi"]Acne is not a reflection of any personal failings within your mind so there is no reason to be upset about it other than the inconvenience/discomfort of it.Laihendi