I tried to avoid the breakouts by drinking at least 64oz of water every day. But, I did get a BIG ugly pimple on my face when I reduced my water intake. Be sure to drink PLENTY of water to avoid the breakouts.
I mix the powdered MSM with plenty of water to keep away the pimples. You must drink lots of water!! I had the biggest hardest bumps and headaches whenever I forgot.
My breakout lasted for about a week. I first used 1/4 teaspoon, then dropped down to 1/8 tsp, and have slowly worked my way up to 1.5 tsp over a 5 month period.
I drink a gallon of water a day so that's why my breakout only lasted for a short time.
You might want to try to drink more water and start using less than what's recommended, then slowly work your way up to whatever dosage.
When your skin clears up you'll be amazed at how soft and velvet-y it is.
-Robyn