Category: acne

Just about everyone gets acne at some point. And unfortunately, these annoying bumps seem to pop up at the worst times — like before a big date or an interview for a dream job. Many young adults deal with acne. But if you think it’s only a teenage problem, you’re mistaken. Acne also occurs in… Continue reading Acne Types and Symptoms

If it seems like acne is the teenage skin problem you’ve never fully outgrown, you’re definitely not alone. The most common skin condition in the United States, acne doesn’t discriminate based on age. Around 50 million Americans deal with some form of acne each year — a number that includes tweens and teens, as well… Continue reading Acne Glossary: Key Terms to Know

When bad acne inflames and scars your skin and also affects your self-esteem, you need professional treatment. Four main types of severe acne can cause chronic breakouts. And though there are a number of good treatments for severe acne, the causes remain somewhat mysterious. What Is Severe Acne? The occasional pimple — no matter how big and… Continue reading Types of Severe Acne

Are acne scars making you self-conscious or embarrassed about your skin? While some people are fortunate enough to have blemishes that come and go without leaving a mark, others are left with visual reminders of their past breakouts, which can take a real emotional toll. As if acne isn’t bad enough, a scar that develops… Continue reading Acne Scars 101: A Complete Guide to Getting Smooth Skin Again

Health experts agree that wearing a mask is one of the healthiest and most responsible things we can do during the COVID-19 pandemic. After all, donning a face covering in public helps stop respiratory droplets from folks possibly infected with the disease from being spewed into the air, where they can be inhaled by healthy… Continue reading What Is ‘Maskne’? Plus, How to Prevent or Get Rid of It

Acne is the most common skin disorder in the United States, impacting up to 50 million people annually, according to the American Academy of Dermatology Society. Although we often think of acne as a natural (and minorly annoying) part of puberty, it can persist into your thirties, forties, and even fifties. More than just a… Continue reading Acne Is Common, But Carries a Heavy Emotional Burden

Treatments for acne are the same regardless of your ethnicity, but side effects can vary, depending on your skin tone, says Joyce M. Teng, MD, assistant professor of dermatology at the School of Medicine and Public Health at the University of Wisconsin in Madison. If you have black skin and acne flares, you will have… Continue reading How Acne Treatments Affect People of Color

Pimples on your buttocks are unsightly, annoying … and, believe it or not, typically are not considered acne. “True acne on the buttock is rare,” says Joshua Zeichner, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and the director of cosmetic and clinical research in the department of dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. Another board-certified… Continue reading Butt Acne: How to Get Rid of the Bumps on Your Behind

Acne is a dreaded rite of passage for many teens. But future generations might get to skip this miserable experience, thanks to newly discovered gene variants associated with acne that scientists think might hold the key to developing better treatments. “Although there are some suitable acne treatments out there, there is no treatment that works… Continue reading Better Acne Treatments May Be in Our Genes

Clear, healthy, blemish-free skin is a dream for many — and though you can’t do anything about your hormones or hereditary, two main causes of acne, you can alter your daily routine to improve your skin’s appearance. Break your skin care bad habits to prevent acne and enjoy the healthy glow of clear skin. Acne,… Continue reading Bad Skin Habits That Lead to Acne – Acne Center – Everyday Health