We also fear, perhaps more than anything else, losing approval from others. Fear of rejection is widespread. In tribal times, being ejected from the safety of a group could have meant death. No wonder many of us like to 'fit in'.
Since acne is at its root an inflammatory disease, reducing inflammation can help reduce acne as well.1 Laser treatment normally requires three treatments, about a month apart, at the doctor's office, and costs $200-$500 per treatment, or $600-$1500 total.
over the counter stuff is generally not very effective on acne that is severe. try icing the pimples for a couple minutes every night, and take an anti-inflammatory like aleve. really though for severe acne you will probably need prescription medication like antibiotics and retin-a or accutane.