Hi beautiful,
Living in hot humid weather, a lot of people beginning to suspect themselves of having fungal acne.
I am also fighting fungal acne so I do know how troublesome it is.
Here is the under USD25 fungal acne skincare products and some affordable products for treating fungal acne. I use all these products myself for years.
Here is the video versuon.
Fungal acne is also known as malassezia folliculitis or pityrosporum folliculitis.
Avoid- products that can trap moisture under your skin.
- no petroleum jelly (Vaseline)
- no oil cleanser
- no fermented products (some fermented products are okay for some people actually)
Nixoderm sulfur on Amazon
This is the cheapest anti fungal products I ever use and it is available in the USA and in Malaysia. If you are looking for some super strong BHA and sulfur to kill all those mold with the least money then this is the product. You do need to use this is a very small amount unless you want to burn burn your skin. a pea size is more than enough for the whole face. Use it only once at night and make sure to apply moisturiser and sunscreen during the day.
Ingredients: Benzoic acid 6%, Salicylic Acid 2.5% and Precipated sulphur 4.6% .
By Wishtrend mandelic acid 5% prep water on Amazon
I have been using this mandelic acid toner everyday since it is 5% and it is suitable for everyday without burning my skin.
Mandelic acid is type of AHA which is a good choice for delicate and sensitive skin types like mine. It is also antibacterial and antifungal properties which is really great for fungal acne and follicular bumps. Some people use lactic acid which is also another form of AHA which also has anti fungal.
Tea tree oil on Amazon
If your skin can accept tea tree oil, then it is a great antifungal oil. However, make sure to only use one drop mix with your moisturiser before you pat it on your face. Do not ever put it directly to your skin since it can burn your skin. Some people will probably not realise about the 'burn' effect until 6months into usage.
Himalaya Neem Powder (leaves) on Amazon
This is an Aryuveda ingredients which some people said there is no scientific proof on it but I guess so is snail and other "in trend" ingredients.
Anyway, I like though since I have been using it for so many years and it is actually not that hard to get if you live in hot tropical country. You can even grow the tree yourself if you want to be really cheap.
Unlike tea tree, Neem leaves doesn't burn on your skin. It is anti fungal, anti viral, anti bacteria, sedative, anti diabetic and contraceptive. It is not recommended for children and also not for pregnant women. I ate the Himalaya capsules if I am lazy.
I also mix it with some centella powder and water to apply on my face to get rid of those pesky acne.
Some people use the neem oil but I don't really like the oil since it stink too much. People use the oil to get rid of flees on their pets and also for gardening purpose.
If you have the Neem tree, I wouldn't recommend eating since it tastes so bitter.😅
Anti-fungal cream- Clotrimazole on Amazon
Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication which is for yeast infections, oral thrush, diaper rash, pityriasis versicolor, and types of ringworm including athlete's foot and jock itch. Since fungal acne is a type of fungal infection, you can use this cream. You can actually get in any pharmancy actually. It is mostly use for foot infection but you can also use on the face area. I did try it and it does help but not as fast when I was using neem but still good.
Providone iodine on Amazon https://amzn.to/2SMWfiy
Povidone-iodine is a broad spectrum antiseptic for topical application in the treatment and prevention of wound infection. You can use it as first aid for minor cuts, grazes, burns, abrasions and blisters.
It is an effective antiseptic that does not stop wound healing and is not as drying as rubbing alcohol. It aids healing in a range of acute and chronic wounds for even surgery so you can use this for your fungal acne area too.
When you are using all these fungal acne products, you still do need to use them for 14 days even if you still do not still anything on your skin since fungal can still be hidden inside those skin area.
Products are not sponsored. However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.
*I do receive commision from Amazon if you buy from my links.
Living in hot humid weather, a lot of people beginning to suspect themselves of having fungal acne.
I am also fighting fungal acne so I do know how troublesome it is.
Here is the under USD25 fungal acne skincare products and some affordable products for treating fungal acne. I use all these products myself for years.
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Fungal acne is also known as malassezia folliculitis or pityrosporum folliculitis.
It is a type of fungi that is naturally found on the skin surfaces of many animals which include humans. With the warm and high humidity, fungi can thrive and cause 'fungal acne'. Allergy tests for this fungus are available at dermatologist or skin clinic actually. If you can't then have a look at this general guide I use to know if it is fungal or just usual acne.
-at area that the skin is more prone to trapped moisture- jaw area, armpit, hair line for those wearing tight headscarves.
- there is no redness on the area
- cluster of small papules, nodules and some turn slightly into pustules that does not disappeared.
- Under bright sunlight, you will see small bumps (no head, nothing).
- If you pick on your acne, you will either get nothing or just whitish stuff coming out. no blood and no those yellowish pus.
- to some people it is itchy.
- it spread. from 2 bumps to 3 bumps in the same area and same size.
- there is no redness on the area
- cluster of small papules, nodules and some turn slightly into pustules that does not disappeared.
- Under bright sunlight, you will see small bumps (no head, nothing).
- If you pick on your acne, you will either get nothing or just whitish stuff coming out. no blood and no those yellowish pus.
- to some people it is itchy.
- it spread. from 2 bumps to 3 bumps in the same area and same size.
Avoid- products that can trap moisture under your skin.
- no petroleum jelly (Vaseline)
- no oil cleanser
- no fermented products (some fermented products are okay for some people actually)
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| Nixoderm sulfur |
Nixoderm sulfur on Amazon
This is the cheapest anti fungal products I ever use and it is available in the USA and in Malaysia. If you are looking for some super strong BHA and sulfur to kill all those mold with the least money then this is the product. You do need to use this is a very small amount unless you want to burn burn your skin. a pea size is more than enough for the whole face. Use it only once at night and make sure to apply moisturiser and sunscreen during the day.
Ingredients: Benzoic acid 6%, Salicylic Acid 2.5% and Precipated sulphur 4.6% .
 |
| By Wishtrend mandelic acid 5% prep water |
By Wishtrend mandelic acid 5% prep water on Amazon
I have been using this mandelic acid toner everyday since it is 5% and it is suitable for everyday without burning my skin.
Mandelic acid is type of AHA which is a good choice for delicate and sensitive skin types like mine. It is also antibacterial and antifungal properties which is really great for fungal acne and follicular bumps. Some people use lactic acid which is also another form of AHA which also has anti fungal.
 |
| Tea tree oil |
If your skin can accept tea tree oil, then it is a great antifungal oil. However, make sure to only use one drop mix with your moisturiser before you pat it on your face. Do not ever put it directly to your skin since it can burn your skin. Some people will probably not realise about the 'burn' effect until 6months into usage.
 |
| Himalaya Neem Powder |
This is an Aryuveda ingredients which some people said there is no scientific proof on it but I guess so is snail and other "in trend" ingredients.
Anyway, I like though since I have been using it for so many years and it is actually not that hard to get if you live in hot tropical country. You can even grow the tree yourself if you want to be really cheap.
Unlike tea tree, Neem leaves doesn't burn on your skin. It is anti fungal, anti viral, anti bacteria, sedative, anti diabetic and contraceptive. It is not recommended for children and also not for pregnant women. I ate the Himalaya capsules if I am lazy.
I also mix it with some centella powder and water to apply on my face to get rid of those pesky acne.
Some people use the neem oil but I don't really like the oil since it stink too much. People use the oil to get rid of flees on their pets and also for gardening purpose.
If you have the Neem tree, I wouldn't recommend eating since it tastes so bitter.😅
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| Clotrimazole-antifungal medication |
Anti-fungal cream- Clotrimazole on Amazon
Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication which is for yeast infections, oral thrush, diaper rash, pityriasis versicolor, and types of ringworm including athlete's foot and jock itch. Since fungal acne is a type of fungal infection, you can use this cream. You can actually get in any pharmancy actually. It is mostly use for foot infection but you can also use on the face area. I did try it and it does help but not as fast when I was using neem but still good.
 |
| Providone iodine |
Providone iodine on Amazon https://amzn.to/2SMWfiy
If you ever want to pick on that fungal acne area which I don't recommend but if have to pick on it, then disinfect your skin with providone iodine first. Also disinfect your hands first and wear a glove before picking on them.
It is an effective antiseptic that does not stop wound healing and is not as drying as rubbing alcohol. It aids healing in a range of acute and chronic wounds for even surgery so you can use this for your fungal acne area too.
When you are using all these fungal acne products, you still do need to use them for 14 days even if you still do not still anything on your skin since fungal can still be hidden inside those skin area.
Products are not sponsored. However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.
*I do receive commision from Amazon if you buy from my links.
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