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Old 09-02-2012, 14:25
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Dont know if anyone can help.

I am a guy early 40's and get spots/pimples on my chest and upper back. It not acne and I dont get it facially. I probably get only one or two new spots a week but they take ages to calm down and then leave a blemish. Its now got to a stage where I feel embarassed by then and have stopped swimming.

Tried bio oil for the blemishes but if anything this acts as a spot fertiliser!!

I shower twice a day and always after exercise, use a medicated soap and I do have a fairly healthy diet. Would appreciate any suggestions, have even considered a fake tan but not entirely sure that would mask or highlight them.
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Old 10-02-2012, 13:11
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Exfoliate - to clear the dead skin and pores - maybe 2-3 times a week - not more than this as it may make problem worse - and I would dab neat tea tree oil on each spot - it dries them out quickly - it could be acne - I had a no problems when I was a teenager but had a bad outbreak in my 40's - Panoxyl cream sorted that out - good luck
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Old 10-02-2012, 14:16
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Exfoliating is really important to keep skin clear, twice a week is recommended (have a look at the exfoliator thread for brand options).

MD Formulations is good for face and body.
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Old 10-02-2012, 21:29
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Quinoderm wash and cream works absolute wonders, IMO its the best you can buy without a prescription. http://www.quinoderm.co.uk
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Old 11-02-2012, 07:25
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Also OP, you may find that some things designed to help them disapear will make them worse for a while. Keep at it. Its the sebaceous glands being kicked into life and it should clear up with perserverance. Have you also tried steaming them. Maybe a few sauna trips will help dislodge them??
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Old 11-02-2012, 22:19
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Thanks everyone for you advice, all taken on board and I think a trip to Boots is in order
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