I am SO desperate to know why I have acne. I had beautiful skin as a child, and then when I hit thirteen, I suddenly had appalling skin. I have dry, oily, sensitive, spot-prone skin and nothing (not pills/intense creams from the doctor nor special face-washes or cleansers etc.) has worked! what can I do! I'm 20 now and I've got little self-confidence because of my skin. P.S. I'm just heading off to your website and for a look through your other videos...!
what kinds of foods would you suggest to help, i get bad acne in specific areas of my face, and it comes back, i've had one pimple right near my upper lip for about three months and it's driving me crazy!
That totally makes sense if you have any at all to begin with. Another reason why professionals say otherwise is because it keeps the industry that makes acne creams, lotions, potions, serums etc generating millions or even billions of revenue on the notion that you have to target acne from the surface of the skin.
It's simple, eat healthily & drink plenty of water...it's been said time and time again!
What about the water you use to wash your face? Our water isn't that great we have to put salt in it. We don't drink it we get water from the spring to drink but we use it to shower and I wash my face with it. Possible? or no?
ive had acne since high school, it started when i was about 14 i am now 18 it has calmed down alot but still hasnt gone completely there are new zits every day, id just like to ask you a few questions
why is the acne always on my face? specificly more mouth and nose
and what type of food and drink do you suggest eating?
can alchol give you acne? because i go out most friday nights and get drunk and i wake up with a whitehead on my face literally every time. and what sorts of foods cause acne? thanks
Does PRO-ACTIVE really works or not? some people says that soap can also cause acne and i only wash warm water.. i guess 4 months not using soap can also help i guess and praying to God that it will go away.... hehehe
Hi Dr. Martin and thank you for your videos I got really excited to have possibly found a real solution to my acne! I have been dealing with mild acne on my face and back since I was 13 and it has been couple years that Ive tried many acne products though as you said they only treated the symptoms if I was even lucky (maybe they even got worse because of all the chemicals). So as of now I have so many scars and blemishes left that have made my face even worse. Continued
Hey doctor you have been really helpful. But i have one important question to ask you. Does sex or the ejaculation of sperm have anything to do with breakouts and stuff? Cuz everytime i have sex, i tend to break out. Im just really curious?
love your videos, i used to have clear skin, but then about two months ago, i started eating cup noodles everyday, sodas, and lack of sleep...then all of a sudden, i got breakouts like crazy! it was just on my left face, then it's on my right face too. but now i had changed my diet to a healthier one, eat more vegetables, drink more water, now my skin is getting a bit better.....i know it's gonna take some time for my skin to completely get cleared up. .......damn those junk foods!
hey i have really bad acne.. its all over my cheeks but none on the forehead or nose area. i been usin all type of products already but still doesnt work.. it gets really red and grow really big like zits.. more like roscea do u think this product would really work .. thanks
i started using crushed up aspirin on my face because my friends used it and it did somewhat clear mine up and i was wondering if it was a coincidence or if there's something in aspirin that makes it better.
aspirin is an anti inflammatory..what you put on your skin absorbs into your body. acne is part inflammatory...Is it getting down to the cause of the inflammation...No. aspirin can also have serious effects on your liver and may cause digestive side effects.
Hi. ive been having acne for 6 years now. Ive been trying alots of creams and products both from doctors and stores. Ive never thought that improving what you eat would help since my doctor said it wouldent. But after seeing this i want to give it a try. Could you tell me wich food have the right nutrition? ;D
Does mastorbation have something to do with acne ? because as i know we produce more hormones while mastorbating so this might lead to more spots , please I really want to know and I would be glad if u help me. Thx
I would assume it works for quite a few due to widespread distribution of the product. I don't feel it is the answer to underlying health conditions that I feel lead to acne production. It looks as if it is a topical treatment. It did not work for me.
Water is very important for your body to work properly. Will JUST drinking more water make your acne go away? I haven't had that experience. It shoud be helpful for your overall health though.
Then what should I do in respect to what your saying. If the food we eat affects us. Then what can and can't we eat? WHAT IS THE TREATMENT??!!?!?!!! Please respond and thank you.
i heard that applying peanut butter on the face that has acne will reduce the acne.? idk if its true but many people been telling me its works but im not really sure. Doctor do u think it works?
how did you get rid of your acne? your face looks so clean and clear. I am a 14 yr old girl and i have been suffering from slight acne once and a while but i seem to notice that as soon as one pimple goes away i get a new one. i heard honey works on acne is this true?
honey will increase your glycemic load and throw off your insulin levels and cause more acne. Watch the free video on my site for a complete explanation of how I cleared my own acne
Hey Dr. Martin, I am a 21 year old male who has suffered from acne for about 7 yrs now. As the years go on my acne seems to get more painful, I have tried everything, and still no relief. I have been told that stress plays an important role, is there any truth to that? You also mentioned that the liver may be to blame... Would you recommend using a detox supplement? acai berry supplement or anything like that? Also would taking a multivitamin be beneficial?
i agree with You, eating healthy food helps your body. My skin is much more clear since i have stopped eating pizza, french fries, refined food, coke. I also stopped eating diary products. Only vegetables, seeds and some fruits and a lot of water. You'll see the effects in a week
I'm a 17 year old girl who has been suffering of acne for 7 years. My acne started at 10 on my forehead and started spreading all over my face. As the years pass my child acne turned into cystic or what we may call adult acne. Few months ago my acne went away (I took antibiotics given by my derma). But now it's back with vengeance. And it's leading to scarring which makes me cry of pain and complex. Any tips on how to heal scars?
Cold laser can help collagen formation and heal skin quickly. If you are interested in an affordable consumer version of a laser and directions on how to use it...email me for info.
cold laser can increase collagen formation and healing of damaged skin. I use one and it can heal up blemishes fast. If you would like to know how you can get an inexpensive laser...let me know.
you talked about liver and that food has a lot to do with acne but i eat pretty healthy with lots of protein in my diet as im in the same situation as iversonian1. but still its the genes where my acne is coming from... but do u suggest me to take all the stuff u mentioned as tablets or just eat plenty of fruit? my brother told me that zink tabs and some water with sea salt is all u need (you mix water n salt and then put it on your face)
eating too much fruit with high glycemic index (high sugar content) will increase your acne problem..go to my website and watch the free video. It will answer alot of your questions and help you understand how to help yourself. Acne starts on the inside. salt on your face is not very helpful for your internal health as related to acne.
not the same, but both can lead to permanent scarring of your skin. you should definitely not squeeze them. I would watch the video I made to help you eliminate the underlying causes of your acne so you wont have to worry about picking or squeezing anything :0)
I have recently taken dairy out of my diet as I am suffering from severe cystic acne and smaller stuff as well. I am a 20 year old male and have gone through a round of accutane which worked as it dried me out, but within a few months it all came back. My question regarding the dairy free diet that I've been trying is: Does the acne get worse before it gets better when starting a dairy free diet? And how long should it take for me to see results after taking the dairy out of my diet? thanks!
If you have candida (fungal) overgrowth in the intestines or digestive tract and you cut off their major food supply (dairy) the candida starts to die off. This in known as the Herxheimer reaction. As the candida dies, it releases it's toxins and yes...make your symptoms worse temporarily. Usually a few days to a couple weeks and you should notice improvement if youre having that reaction.
thanks for all your tips. my back acne recently got alot worse when i started taking a protein shake with my workouts, could it be the shake thats aggravated it?
I had the same problem years ago...trying to bodybuild with protein shakes supplements. If you are like most...you are using a WHEY protein or CASEIN source which comes from DAIRY, one of the most offensive foods for someone who has an acne problem...so yes, if you are using whey. Try JAY ROBB rice protein. An awesome source of clean protein with NO added crap, preservative, additives or fake sugars. Hope that helps you as much as it did me when i stopped whey.
drinking 2-4 cups of milk per week over a 4 week period is shown to aggravate and inflame acne in most people ages i believe 14-to early mid 20's. Most teens experience it though. Skim milk is the worst. I find this to be true. I have to stay away from milk as much as possible.
i ususally get acne from what i eat and sweating. I sweat alot from playing sports
XxUntouchablexX777 1 year ago
I am SO desperate to know why I have acne. I had beautiful skin as a child, and then when I hit thirteen, I suddenly had appalling skin. I have dry, oily, sensitive, spot-prone skin and nothing (not pills/intense creams from the doctor nor special face-washes or cleansers etc.) has worked! what can I do! I'm 20 now and I've got little self-confidence because of my skin. P.S. I'm just heading off to your website and for a look through your other videos...!
MiraSekelsky 1 year ago 19
what kinds of foods would you suggest to help, i get bad acne in specific areas of my face, and it comes back, i've had one pimple right near my upper lip for about three months and it's driving me crazy!
jimmygames666 1 year ago
This was very helpful and makes a lot of sense. Thanks!
Bubbly1125Blondy 1 year ago
That totally makes sense if you have any at all to begin with. Another reason why professionals say otherwise is because it keeps the industry that makes acne creams, lotions, potions, serums etc generating millions or even billions of revenue on the notion that you have to target acne from the surface of the skin.
It's simple, eat healthily & drink plenty of water...it's been said time and time again!
Good advice Dr :)
makeupdolly88 1 year ago 3
ive had acne for along time and ive tried proactive and skin id and none of that has worked do you know what i can use and do to get rid of it?
harryisasmartcat 1 year ago
Cute and smart! nice!
tessab0o 1 year ago
What about the water you use to wash your face? Our water isn't that great we have to put salt in it. We don't drink it we get water from the spring to drink but we use it to shower and I wash my face with it. Possible? or no?
sbrna 1 year ago
omg dat what i said but noo my docter says food have no affect i know it whats the best thing i should do
gwaio 1 year ago
thanks for the great info!
Eaglebeauty 1 year ago
hi
ive had acne since high school, it started when i was about 14 i am now 18 it has calmed down alot but still hasnt gone completely there are new zits every day, id just like to ask you a few questions
why is the acne always on my face? specificly more mouth and nose
and what type of food and drink do you suggest eating?
thanks
03mrobinson 1 year ago
can alchol give you acne? because i go out most friday nights and get drunk and i wake up with a whitehead on my face literally every time. and what sorts of foods cause acne? thanks
BTMLOL 1 year ago
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peacechick1 1 year ago
is acne like a pimple or its just larger and more servere
quangluu96 1 year ago 3
@quangluu96
there are different severities of acne...It can be both
dr. m
DrJamesMartin 1 year ago 4
would u recommend a liver flush?
vassallo8 1 year ago
definitely helpful
Dr. M
DrJamesMartinDC 1 year ago
@vassallo8
definitely
DrJamesMartin 1 year ago
Does PRO-ACTIVE really works or not? some people says that soap can also cause acne and i only wash warm water.. i guess 4 months not using soap can also help i guess and praying to God that it will go away.... hehehe
Dr. j is it PRO-active works?
TheArtistist 2 years ago
It does work for quite a few people but I feel it is only a topical solution..still underlying health condition being overlooked.
Way back in the beginning when I tried it, it did not help me. Actually, it really caused me a major skin irritation.
Dr. M
DrJamesMartinDC 1 year ago
Thank you for all the information!
HowtoRemoveAcne 2 years ago 12
@HowtoRemoveAcne
My pleasure.
Dr. m
DrJamesMartin 1 year ago
Hi Dr. Martin and thank you for your videos I got really excited to have possibly found a real solution to my acne! I have been dealing with mild acne on my face and back since I was 13 and it has been couple years that Ive tried many acne products though as you said they only treated the symptoms if I was even lucky (maybe they even got worse because of all the chemicals). So as of now I have so many scars and blemishes left that have made my face even worse. Continued
seEbeSorKh9868 2 years ago
Thanks for the knowledge!
Cassmoneyrecords 2 years ago
can i just say thank you for taking your time to make this video with free acne advice, your helping many people. thanks
buffy1990 2 years ago
Hey doctor you have been really helpful. But i have one important question to ask you. Does sex or the ejaculation of sperm have anything to do with breakouts and stuff? Cuz everytime i have sex, i tend to break out. Im just really curious?
xXJerkXxxx 2 years ago 19
@xXJerkXxxx
I have seen some evidence of that...and a whole
lot of other people seeing the same thing.
Dr. M
DrJamesMartin 1 year ago 3
love your videos, i used to have clear skin, but then about two months ago, i started eating cup noodles everyday, sodas, and lack of sleep...then all of a sudden, i got breakouts like crazy! it was just on my left face, then it's on my right face too. but now i had changed my diet to a healthier one, eat more vegetables, drink more water, now my skin is getting a bit better.....i know it's gonna take some time for my skin to completely get cleared up. .......damn those junk foods!
jrotc1991 2 years ago 2
hey i have really bad acne.. its all over my cheeks but none on the forehead or nose area. i been usin all type of products already but still doesnt work.. it gets really red and grow really big like zits.. more like roscea do u think this product would really work .. thanks
LO916 2 years ago
i started using crushed up aspirin on my face because my friends used it and it did somewhat clear mine up and i was wondering if it was a coincidence or if there's something in aspirin that makes it better.
xxxrobxxxzombiexxx 2 years ago
aspirin is an anti inflammatory..what you put on your skin absorbs into your body. acne is part inflammatory...Is it getting down to the cause of the inflammation...No. aspirin can also have serious effects on your liver and may cause digestive side effects.
Dr. M
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
Hi. ive been having acne for 6 years now. Ive been trying alots of creams and products both from doctors and stores. Ive never thought that improving what you eat would help since my doctor said it wouldent. But after seeing this i want to give it a try. Could you tell me wich food have the right nutrition? ;D
Kylloen 2 years ago
Does mastorbation have something to do with acne ? because as i know we produce more hormones while mastorbating so this might lead to more spots , please I really want to know and I would be glad if u help me. Thx
BadmanPZ 2 years ago
I have seen anecdotal evidence that would say yes, it does have an effect..and not a good one.
Dr. m
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
does proactiv really work or is it a fraud??
Dyaytrumpet1995 2 years ago
I would assume it works for quite a few due to widespread distribution of the product. I don't feel it is the answer to underlying health conditions that I feel lead to acne production. It looks as if it is a topical treatment. It did not work for me.
Dr. M
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
does drinking water help reduce acne, because i have been told by lots of people that i don't drink enough water.
EvanT21 2 years ago
Water is very important for your body to work properly. Will JUST drinking more water make your acne go away? I haven't had that experience. It shoud be helpful for your overall health though.
dr .m
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
Then what should I do in respect to what your saying. If the food we eat affects us. Then what can and can't we eat? WHAT IS THE TREATMENT??!!?!?!!! Please respond and thank you.
bajalocom 2 years ago
i heard that applying peanut butter on the face that has acne will reduce the acne.? idk if its true but many people been telling me its works but im not really sure. Doctor do u think it works?
AznFranchiz3 2 years ago
never heard that one...couldnt hurt but isnt going to help the underlying health conditions leading to acne.
dr. m
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
i was wondering if sugar is a big cause for acne??
orangeskittles22 2 years ago
Yes!
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
what a great guy
newton92able 2 years ago 55
does sweating helps?
i mean if you sweat your body releases toxins
Iuliannos 2 years ago
acne is much more than just releasing toxins...releasing toxins is good, but not going to eliminate an acne problem.
dr. M
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
cool...=) i don't have severe acne more like mild to moderate... but if you dont mind me asking what did you do to get rid of ur acne..?
Shaila0x0x 2 years ago
a combination of different approaches...watch the free video on my webstie...I give all the details of my solution.
enjoy,
dr. m
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
Great information you are wonderful!
katiscaligari 2 years ago 2
by using acene products will work to get acene off or not??
aLovelessAngel 2 years ago
none of them worked for me...topical treatments don't address the underlying health conditions that lead to acne
dr. m
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
your a kind doctor.. sharing information.. and also helping others.. thank your very much
Jemoy007 2 years ago 4
your a kind doctor.. sharing information.. or i may say try to cure others by doing these.. thank you
Jemoy007 2 years ago 4
This might sound stuiped but is eating bread o.k, because im going with a healthy diet and stress free instead, of creams, lotions and all the shit.
stormseker 2 years ago
not stupid...eating bread = acne problem. Dont do it. Also watch the free video on my site. Lots of great info on clearing your skin.
Dr. M
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
how did you get rid of your acne? your face looks so clean and clear. I am a 14 yr old girl and i have been suffering from slight acne once and a while but i seem to notice that as soon as one pimple goes away i get a new one. i heard honey works on acne is this true?
Brittanysarah22 2 years ago
honey will increase your glycemic load and throw off your insulin levels and cause more acne. Watch the free video on my site for a complete explanation of how I cleared my own acne
Dr. M
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
Hey Dr. Martin, I am a 21 year old male who has suffered from acne for about 7 yrs now. As the years go on my acne seems to get more painful, I have tried everything, and still no relief. I have been told that stress plays an important role, is there any truth to that? You also mentioned that the liver may be to blame... Would you recommend using a detox supplement? acai berry supplement or anything like that? Also would taking a multivitamin be beneficial?
xMoralxThreatx 2 years ago
does chocalate really cause acne?
and what would be the best way to get rid of acne scarring?
jarebear909 2 years ago
it is one of the underlying causes for acne, but only one of many. scarring with certain laser treatments can be helped
Dr. M
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
i agree with You, eating healthy food helps your body. My skin is much more clear since i have stopped eating pizza, french fries, refined food, coke. I also stopped eating diary products. Only vegetables, seeds and some fruits and a lot of water. You'll see the effects in a week
akinimodhot 2 years ago
Hello Dr. M
I'm a 17 year old girl who has been suffering of acne for 7 years. My acne started at 10 on my forehead and started spreading all over my face. As the years pass my child acne turned into cystic or what we may call adult acne. Few months ago my acne went away (I took antibiotics given by my derma). But now it's back with vengeance. And it's leading to scarring which makes me cry of pain and complex. Any tips on how to heal scars?
Thanks doc. P.S. I watched the vid.
ColdCoffeeBean 2 years ago
Cold laser can help collagen formation and heal skin quickly. If you are interested in an affordable consumer version of a laser and directions on how to use it...email me for info.
Dr. M
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
cold laser can increase collagen formation and healing of damaged skin. I use one and it can heal up blemishes fast. If you would like to know how you can get an inexpensive laser...let me know.
Dr. M
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
i hope this work.!
LuXckyXWilL 2 years ago
I've tried everything u get in drugstores
but nothing really helped. I drink a lot of water (water only) I do not smoke, I do a lot of sports but the acne just won't go away.
So my question is: Should I just wash my face twice a day with water without any products and so on.
Sorry 4 my bad english
liammunky 2 years ago
If you correct the internal health imbalances, your skin should improve. I use soap and water to wash my face.
Watch the free video on my website for more info.
Dr. M
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
you talked about liver and that food has a lot to do with acne but i eat pretty healthy with lots of protein in my diet as im in the same situation as iversonian1. but still its the genes where my acne is coming from... but do u suggest me to take all the stuff u mentioned as tablets or just eat plenty of fruit? my brother told me that zink tabs and some water with sea salt is all u need (you mix water n salt and then put it on your face)
XowntXihqX 2 years ago
eating too much fruit with high glycemic index (high sugar content) will increase your acne problem..go to my website and watch the free video. It will answer alot of your questions and help you understand how to help yourself. Acne starts on the inside. salt on your face is not very helpful for your internal health as related to acne.
Dr. M
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
is "picking" same as squeezing? is it true that squuezing pimples make more pimples appear? should i completely stop squeezing them?
Thanks
XowntXihqX 2 years ago
not the same, but both can lead to permanent scarring of your skin. you should definitely not squeeze them. I would watch the video I made to help you eliminate the underlying causes of your acne so you wont have to worry about picking or squeezing anything :0)
Dr. M
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
I have recently taken dairy out of my diet as I am suffering from severe cystic acne and smaller stuff as well. I am a 20 year old male and have gone through a round of accutane which worked as it dried me out, but within a few months it all came back. My question regarding the dairy free diet that I've been trying is: Does the acne get worse before it gets better when starting a dairy free diet? And how long should it take for me to see results after taking the dairy out of my diet? thanks!
moejoe04 2 years ago
moejoe,
If you have candida (fungal) overgrowth in the intestines or digestive tract and you cut off their major food supply (dairy) the candida starts to die off. This in known as the Herxheimer reaction. As the candida dies, it releases it's toxins and yes...make your symptoms worse temporarily. Usually a few days to a couple weeks and you should notice improvement if youre having that reaction.
Dr. M
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
thanks for all your tips. my back acne recently got alot worse when i started taking a protein shake with my workouts, could it be the shake thats aggravated it?
iversonian1 2 years ago 4
I had the same problem years ago...trying to bodybuild with protein shakes supplements. If you are like most...you are using a WHEY protein or CASEIN source which comes from DAIRY, one of the most offensive foods for someone who has an acne problem...so yes, if you are using whey. Try JAY ROBB rice protein. An awesome source of clean protein with NO added crap, preservative, additives or fake sugars. Hope that helps you as much as it did me when i stopped whey.
Dr. Martin
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
awesome..thanks for that , im eager to start with the rice protein and see how it goes. also, does soy have any negative effect toward acne?
iversonian1 2 years ago
if the liver is to filter the blood and severe jaundice=liver problem...my opinion would be...sure it's possible.
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
i know this sounds stupid but could people who had severe jaundice when they were younger have an increased risk of developing acne in later life??
OHYESx 2 years ago
ya normally i dont get a lot of zits but yesterday i ate really unhealthy which i never do and got 7 new zits this morning
w3llon 2 years ago 3
could you specify wat types of food do such as sweet salty etc
elitesoldier1221 2 years ago
go over to my website and watch the free video. It gives you all the details you need.
Dr. M
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
drinking 2-4 cups of milk per week over a 4 week period is shown to aggravate and inflame acne in most people ages i believe 14-to early mid 20's. Most teens experience it though. Skim milk is the worst. I find this to be true. I have to stay away from milk as much as possible.
MsWatson100 2 years ago 2
Ms Watson,
Yes. Dairy is one of the biggest acne causes!
Dr. M
DrJamesMartin 2 years ago
thanks alot
elitesoldier1221 2 years ago
mine s really severe
phine009 2 years ago
This is great.
Thanx!
SudaneseAmerican93 2 years ago 16
thank you.
MsCeleste88 2 years ago 5