Fungal acne "safe" skincare explained. Dermatologist Dr. Dray on how to treat fungal acne and the best skincare for fungal acne. In this video I explain the difference between fungal acne vs closed comedones and acne.
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0:00 Fungal acne "safe" skincare
1:35 What causes fungal acne?
2:44 Fungal acne versus closed comedones (whiteheads)
4:06 How to get rid of fungal acne
4:49 Fungal acne safe skincare
8:12 How to treat fungal acne
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I recently started to think I suffer from this condition and now you upload this video, that’s what I call perfect timing <3 Lots of love, doctor^^
thanks for watching
Wow! I’m going to the dermatologist tomorrow to search what it is. I have this “acne” in all my face, neck, and breasts. It’s horrible and it itches so much.
I can’t thank you enough how much your videos are helping me on my isotretinoin journey ❤
glad to hear!
One and only person I trust on Youtube. Thank you for being honest and professional!❤
Same. No pushing of certain products, no bs. Just humour and straight to the point info. The best Doc Dray❤
Wow actually my big brother suffers from malassezia folliculitis in the inner thighs where there is much sweat and friction plus the tight clothing not only his casual clothing but his work clothes are pretty occlusive 😅. Now his derm put him on oral anti fungal medication and topical clotrimazole (aka canesten cream 1%) and corium fungogel foaming cleanser (o think it has zinc pca so similar to zinc pyrithione 😅). Thanks Doctor Andrea it was really helpful 😊❤.
This condition is a nightmare. Dr. Drey is right about immunodeficiency. I developed an adult-onset immunodeficiency after getting infected with cold sores orally in adulthood. I started to have autoimmune reactions to the fungus that overgrew, which ironically causes not only more inflammation and rosacea type symptoms, but extra oil in my skin, which then causes more fungus… It is a constant loop that never ends and then the cold sores flare and get into the fungal acne and cause superinfections. It’s almost like I am allergic to my sebum.
I feel the best when I exfoliate and just leave my face with no products on it. I’m getting towards middle age and would love to use moisturizers or creams to protect my skin, but even the most sensitive lightweight brands do not absorb into my skin (on my face). I don’t know why this is. But because they don’t absorb in, they trap the regular oil production underneath, which then causes this insanity to begin again. Any hair oil or face product with coconut oil causes an explosion of this stuff too for me. I hate keeping my skin intentionally dry all the time, but it’s the only way I get any relief other than weekly plasma infusions.
Since starting perimenopause my back and chest have been covered in this too due to the sweat from night-sweats. I have been to 12 dermatologists who say they don’t know what is wrong. Tried Youtube recommendations for fungal acne and finally started to see improvements. I also was getting those weird white spots and I thought it was just scarring but I think it is tinea veriscolor now that it has been mentioned. Not enough derms seem to know how to handle immunodeficient patients. Videos like this have been more helpful than seeing an actual doctor.
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❤ I would try the hypochloros acid spray (Walgreens has one or skin smart) and/or antiperspirant for sweating. She has videos on the spray. And videos on tinea versicolor.
I’d suggest maybe you can try a hydrating toner instead of a moisturizer if you feel like your skin is dry? Cerave has one, but I’ve only used it under a moisturizer. It might be nice to try.
I would also check out her sulfur videos. That might help, but for me the sulfur soap was too harsh
Request for pharmaceutical companies: ketoconozol rinse! I’m so sick of standing freezing in the shower for 5 mins waiting for the shampoo to soak into my back
You can get ketoconozol cream as a prescription
You can apply the shampoo before you go into the shower? I used to do the same but for my face, apply it and then wash everything out when you’re showering
I live in California (super dry) and whenever I travel to humid places like Hawaii, I get fungal acne. It goes away when I use Nizoral (Ketacanazole) and never consulted a Dermatologist. After watching the intro, I am now worried if my immunity is compromised :(
I have seb dermatitis (& rosacea), which is caused by the same malasezzia yeast and my immunity is not compromised. I do notice it gets a little worse with stress, otherwise I am healthy. Everyone gets stress at times. You could ask your dr. if you are concerned , that way you would have less stress. 👍
My dermatologist warned me that stress would exacerbate my seb derm…and I have noticed this correlation.
@Deb Yes, I do believe stress makes seb derm flare. I agree with your derm. We both noticed correlation. Thnx
Why jump to that? Couldn’t it just be from the humidity?
Great video. There are many online sites that talk about this issue. Some make product recommendations on what you can & cannot use. You just answered my question on how you feel about this info on using only certain products. Totally agree a lot of body lotions and creams are to heavy for face, especially if you have seb derm & rosacea. Many thanks for this great info!
I have found avoiding fatty acids, especially stearic acid and isopropyl palmitate, have greatly improved my folliculitus.
I am struggling with this so badly on my face right now! It’s been about a month and a half, and I’m feeling so defeated. I really appreciate your videos on the topic, Dr. Dray! Thank you so much. It really helps to actually understand what’s going on when working with my doctor, and you always have more tips than they do. You’re the best! Thank you! 🌻
Hello, Dr. Dray, I’m learning a LOT from watching your videos. Thank you so much! This comment isn’t about this particular video though.
My question is about the tops of my feet. After watching one of your videos I think I have telangiectases pretty bad in that area. I’m 76 and I’m quite vascular with varicose veins and spider veins. Some of it is genetic I’m sure. I never thought about using sunscreen on that part of my body and I’m not sure anything can be done about this condition at this point. Even if they can, it would probably take so many treatments that I couldn’t afford it but I have to admit it really bothers me. If you have any suggestions let me know.
Compression stockings can prevent more spider veins
Hello Dr.Dray…After years watching you, I’m so glad you’re getting so close to the 2M. multi-platinum derm good work.
Could tallow cause this? I started using it about a month ago because I heard how great it was for acne prone skin. I now have these tiny bumps all over my forehead that I’ve never had before. I assume it’s the tallow, as it’s thick consistency.
Thanks for mythbusting this topic! I run into problems with this when I use a water resistant sunscreen on my face and then exercise outside in humid weather. My face gets overheated and sweats a ton. So excited that you mentioned Aviclear! I was told that because Isotretinoin failed for me, Aviclear would fail as well. I’m still super oily after 2 courses of Accutane 20-25 years ago.
Interesting topic today. I feel like I learn something new every day from you! Happy Thursday, Dr Dray!! Hope you have a blessed evening. 💜
I have been down the FA safe rabbit hole the past few days…. sooo happy you posted this!!!
I totally believe you Dr Dray but I do prefer Fungal Acne safe skincare. I found it works for me as a good baseline of finding less irritating skincare. 😢
After my derm kept me on a low dose antibiotic for a prolonged time for acne, it gave me clear skin, but seriously screwed up my stomach. Took me quite a while to get it back to a comfortable place eating certain foods, triggering anxiety symptoms, etc. High strength probiotics seemed to help, but also I found products with oils or certain fatty alcohols definitely broke me out! So I’m sure in the long run the “fungal acne safe” thing doesn’t matter, but certain products certainly seemed to prolong the clearing and healing of my folliculitis. 🤷♂️ now that I’m in maintenance of these conditions, I can seem to use other products more easily
Dr. Dray, I’ve spent a lot of money going to dermatologists and I can’t afford to go back again to get my comedones extracted. Is manually extracting comedones the only way to remove them, or are there other methods, such as using prescribed treatments?