Don't squeeze: Don't touch angry red spots - you'll force the bacteria deeper into the skin, and the spot will become even angrier and redder. Don't squeeze white raised lumps.

If your skin becomes excessively dry or irritated or starts peeling you should use the gel less frequently - once a day or every other day. Exfoliate regularly to deeply cleanse, soften and smooth your skin. Exfoliation is much more effective if it is carried out regularly and you need only a small amount of exfoliant. Try a gentle exfoliator such as Freederm Exfoliating Fash Wash . Exfoliating is beneficial to the skin in a numbe of ways, particular if you suffer with acne. By exfoliating, you help to remove the dead surface layers of the skin, encouraging cell-renewal. This will leave the skin looking and feeling clearer. As it has been proven that acne suffers' skin gathers more than 4x the average amount of dead skin cells, exfoliating can play a big role in helping to clear the skin Does Freederm smell?All the Freederm products have no unpleasant or medicated smells and they do not contain perfume. 11. Who manufactures Freederm?Freederm is made by Diomed Developments Limited. 12. I have read about a Freederm eczema treatment, what is it and where can I buy it?The eczema treatment "FreeDerm" is a product made only in the USA. It has nothing to do with Diomed who make Freederm Gel, Lotion, moisturiser and exfoliator and is not licensed for retail in the UK. Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

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Prevention is better than cure. Spots are an ordinary part of growing up and keeping the face clean can help prevent breakouts. If they experience a breakout, it’s important for them not to touch their spots. Treatments such as Freederm Gel, which is an anti-inflammatory medicinal spot treatment, can help reduce mild to moderate inflamed acne spots and pimples. Persevere with treatment because it can take several weeks for the skin’s normal repair process to work. Freederm presents an entire range of skincare products that are especially for spot-prone skin. If truth be told, most of us just don't have the time or the patience to deal with acne and blemish problems. That's why Freederm is here to help. With the latest developments in Freederm skin care treatments and remedies, it's not all that hard to bid farewell to blemishes, acne, and spots. Freederm specialises in skincare and has a range of natural skin care products that help to treat dry and sensitive skin, eczema, psoriasis and acne and other skin-related issues. Skincare products by Freederm help give safe, natural, and effective solutions for problem-free skin. Sounds too good to be true?

Nicotinamide has an anti-inflammatory effect when applied to the skin, which helps to reduce the inflammation and redness of inflammatory acne. Freederm Moisturiser: Aqua • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glycerine • Ceteareth 20 • Paraffinum Liquidum • Isopropyl Myristate • Phenoxyethanol • Benzalkonium Chloride • Chlorhexidine Dihydrchloride. In pregnant women, studies have shown no side affects to using Freederm, however it is always recommended to ask your doctor before using this product, especially within the first trimester. 7. Are there any precautions or side affects?Freederm is a treatment for external use only. Keep away from the eyes and mucous membranes, including those of the nose and mouth. If excessive dryness, irritation or peeling occurs, reduce the dosage to one application per day or every other day or as preferred. If you experience any uncomfortable/painful burning or stinging, discontinue use and seek advice from your doctor.

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Acne is not caused by eating too many sweets, chocolate or fatty foods (although healthy eating and a healthy lifestyle is good for your general health). Neither is it caused by not washing properly (although a good skin care routine is an important part of treatment). The exact cause of acne is not fully understood, but we do know that it involves the hair follicles in our skin and their associated oil-producing glands (the so-called “pilosebaceous units”). Often around the onset of puberty, hormones stimulate increased production of sebum (oil) by these glands. The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the medicine's manufacturer. People with severe acne. Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice on treatment if you have very bad acne. Fact: Some girls find that the contraceptive pill clears up their skin. Others find that some contraceptive pills – particularly progestogen-only types – can make things worse. If you find this happens, please see your doctor. Freederm Gel: Nicotinamide • Aluminium Magnesium Silicate • Hypromellose • Citric Acid • Polyoxyethylene Lauryl Ether • Purified Water.

Here you will find guidence on how to get the best results from the Freederm range of products, as well as lots of useful information - and some great tips to help you improve your skin. When using treatments applied to the skin, you will need to treat all the involved skin area, not just each individual spot. Freederm Exfoliating Scrub is a cleansing product containing little beads to remove dead skin cells and helps to control excess sebum. For spot free skin you should also follow a skin care regime that works. By following these simple rules your skin will be clear soft and healthy. Freederm Exfoliating Wash: Aqua • Sodium Laureth Sulfate • Cocamide DEA • Niacinamide • Polyquaternium-7 • Glycerin • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Cross Polymer • Sodium Hydroxide • Citric Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Polyethylene • Disodium EDTA • Jojoba Esters • Methylchloroisothiazolinone • Methylisothiazonlinone • Magnesium Chloride • Magnesium Nitrate • CI 77007 • CI 42090:2.This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. Freederm acne gel has a huge following, and has now been hailed the "Best Blemish Control product of the Year". A recordbreaking 37,000 people voted in Handbag.com 's Beauty Awards to name Freederm gel the no.1 anti-blemish solution!

It can take several weeks for the beneficial effects to appear, so it is important to persevere with treatment. If there is no improvement in your skin within 12 weeks of use, or if your acne gets worse at any point, you should consult your doctor. How do I use Freederm gel?Moisturise your skin daily, morning and evening, with a specially formulated acne-treatment moisturiser for spot-prone skin, like Freederm Oil Free Perfecting Balancing Moisturiser. Don't be put off by the myth that oily/spotty skin doesn't need moisturising, it does, and the right moisturiser will not only keep your skin smooth and soft, but will also help control excess sebum in the long term. Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Just because a side effect is stated here does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.