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Consider a type of deep cleaning facial. My dermatologist gives these, and I go about once a month. My insurance pays for it, so it's nice.
It's not like a luxury spa or anything, it only takes about 15 minutes. The dermatologist injects cortizon into any bump or pimple, and the swelling goes down in less than an hour. Also, she diggs deep into the pores of your skin to completely get out the oil and dirt. That keeps me pretty clear, and it's much better than accutane.
Also, tanning helps some too(even if it's fake). During the winter months, red pimples are more noticeable on really white skin(if you are caucasion). So, a little color really can even it out a little.
I really don't reccommend accutane unless it's a last resort. I don't think that the emotional side effects are too harsh, but it is known to increase cholestoral and speed up your heart rate. Also, it completely shuts down all oil glands in your body, so that explains the extreme dryness.
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