There are three major types of acne that people suffer from. Whiteheads and blackheads are the most common and the easiest to treat. This is because they are located close to the surface of the skin and they contain a head. This makes them easy to extract and treat with a topical acne medication. Cystic nodule acne is located deep in the skin. This type of acne does not have a head so it can’t be extracted. It is located so deep in the skin that topical creams cannot reach nodules. The only home remedies for pimples that have worked for me are drinking water and using lemon juice as astringent. Water keep skin hydrated and healthy when you sweat and lemon juice acts as cleaner. The only way to get rid of severe acne is with Accutane and cortisone shots.
In order to get rid of cystic nodules you have to go to a dermatologist. Make sure when you chose your dermatologist that they specialize in acne. I spent years going to an anti aging dermatologist who was unable to effectively treat my acne. To avoid this ask the people at the front desk if the dermatologist prescribes Accutane and administers cortisone shots. If they say no to either of these treatments move onto the next name in the phone book.
Cortisone can get rid of a cystic nodule in two minutes. Cortisone is naturally occurring in the adrenal glands located above the kidneys. Cortisone reduces swelling and promotes healing. Getting an injection into your face seems intense but the needle does not go very deep and it only takes a second. It feels like someone is lightly pinching your face. This is a great option to get rid of acne quickly before a special event or any occasion where a lot of photos will be taken.
If you have taken several prescription acne medications and you still have severe acne you may be eligible for an Acutance prescription. I had acne on 30% of my body and it was cleared up 100% after only two months on Accutane. A lot of people are hesitant to use this drug because of the side effects and I was too. The only side effects I experienced while taking Accutane were dry cracked lips and sunburns. These side effects went away as soon as I stopped taking the medication but my skin remained 99% acne free. Today my skin is almost perfect because I took Accutnae