Post by kay on Sept 8, 2003 10:45:42 GMT -5
I have been mostly pick free for a few days and am showing some improvement in my complexion. I actually had picked sooo bad that I got a cold sore on my cheek (v. gross) and was unable to touch any part of my face for fear of spreading it. I got some hardcore drugs from my doctor to get rid of it and it kind of distracted me for a few days... before I knew it, I wasn't picking anymore. Last night, I noticed the improvement, so of course I picked a little (!!!), but pulled myself away in time. The tazorac gel I'm using is very harsh, but really does slough off layers of skin to help scarring. This whole experience has given me hope (uncharacteristically optimistic of me), that if I can stop for a few days, I can stop for longer. I didn't even notice the few little spots/bumps that had developed while I was distracted by my coldsore, giving them time to go away on their own... I was acting like a "normal" person!