Skin care is important at any time of life but especially so if you have acne.  One of the secrets for keeping acne under control is maintaining the health of the skin as much as possible.  This means keeping the skin clean and protecting it from sources of damage like sunshine and harsh cosmetics.
Cleaning the [...]

There are many forms of acne.  It ranges from mild to severe and can be found on various parts of the body.  Mild acne can usually be self treated, but severe cases are best left to health professionals like dermatologists.
The most common type of acne is Acne Vulgaris which literally means ‘common acne.’  This type [...]

Scientific knowledge about acne is gradually clearing up some of the misconceptions surrounding this condition, but there are many myths that persist.  Here are some common acne myths.
Myth #1 - Acne is caused by poor hygiene.  This belief may have arisen because of the skin infections associated with acne.  However, lack of cleanliness is not [...]

Acne is not fully understood, but we do know some of the biology behind it.  The main culprit is the excess production of an oily substance called sebum whose function is to keep skin and hair lubricated and supple.  During adolescence, the body often produces excess amounts of sebum.  The sebum combines with naturally occurring [...]

Acne is a common skin condition which most often appears during the teenage years.  Commonly known as pimples, acne usually appears on the face but can also happen on other parts of the body such as the back, the shoulders, neck and chest.  Even though most teenagers experience acne at some point, it is a [...]

Since acne is such a common condition, parents of teenage children are sure to have experienced it themselves.  As adults, we know that acne will pass, but this is small comfort to teenagers who are suffering from the embarrassment of acne.  Parents need to be morally supportive, but also need to be a source of [...]

Even though mild acne isn’t a serious condition it is a good idea to see a dermatologist if your skin breaks out.  You can receive valuable information about the cause of acne as well as learning about the options for treatment.  In addition, there is a condition called keratosis pilaris that is sometimes confused with [...]

Mild acne conditions are usually best treated by topical ointments.  More severe cases may be treated in a variety of ways including oral antibiotics, ointments, and physical treatments such as chemical peels and drainage.
Physical treatments must be conducted by a dermatologist.  Although popping pimples is a form of physical treatment, it is ill-advised.  It can [...]

Many people try to treat acne conditions on their own without consulting a doctor.  However, it is always a good idea to check with a dermatologist when you notice any kind of unusual skin condition.  Even if it turns out to be acne, the doctor can give you valuable information and advice about how to [...]

There are many types of over-the-counter treatments for acne.  Most people, when first faced with an acne condition, usually go to the local pharmacy and buy an over-the-counter medication on the basis of recommendations from their friends or perhaps even television ads.  It’s always a good idea, however, to consult with a doctor before using [...]

Most people with mild or moderate acne will recover from the condition without serious scarring.  In cases of severe acne, however, scarring is almost inevitable.  But don’t give up hope — new acne treatments can minimize scarring and existing scars can be removed with a variety of techniques.
Most pimples leave behind a discolored patch of [...]

OK, so your new acne medication promises fast results in 7 days, but you’ve got to put your best face forward today. Is there anything you can do besides stepping out your front door wearing a ski mask?
You bet there is. All you need is to learn a few creative acne makeup concealing tips to [...]

If your newborn or infant breaks out with a case of acne, don’t panic! It’s quite normal. Usually the acne will clear up all by itself and there’s rarely a need to use any medications or call your doctor.
Babies, especially newborns, often get acne bumps that are caused by natural skin oil becoming trapped in [...]

At some point in life, almost everyone experiences acne. For some, acne is nothing more than an annoying and sometimes embarrassing rite of passage that occurs during adolescence, when hormone levels surge. Others unfortunately suffer extreme bouts of acne. Either situation can however, result in mild or severe acne scarring.
Several different acne scarring treatments are [...]

Acne first develops during adolescence, when hormone levels begin to surge. This deluge of hormones causes the sebaceous glands to go into overdrive. They begin producing increased levels of sebaceous oils that often become clogged inside the glands. When the oils can’t escape, acne develops. 
If fluctuating hormone levels within the body trigger an increase in [...]

Whether or not a person’s diet affects the presence or absence of acne is one of life’s greatest debates. There are as many people who claim a relationship exists between acne and diet as there are those who swear no such relationship exists. So which way of thinking is right? Will you really break out [...]

If someone could figure out a way to prevent acne, that person would be very wealthy because people all over the world would stand in line to buy the solution. But so far, the way to prevent acne remains a mystery.
While ointments, soaps and lotions remain by far the most popular acne treatment options, perhaps [...]

What is commonly referred to as genital acne is actually a medical condition known as Hidradenitis Suppurativa. The visible appearance of this other condition resembles acne which is probably why the confusion between the two conditions exists.
What is Different?
Unlike acne, which involves the sebaceous glands, Hidradenitis Suppurativa involves a different set of glands – the [...]

Back acne – you might not see it, but if you have it, you’ll certainly feel it. And although not everyone will get acne on their backs, this condition is common enough to have earned the nickname, ‘bacne’. Sounds funny but it isn’t really. The back area is home to thousands of sebaceous glands and [...]

Just about everyone knows what acne is and that it commonly breaks out on the face, chest, arms and on the back. Acne also appears on other parts of the body as well, but unless you’re someone with acne in one of these ‘other’ areas, you may not have realized this.
If you think about what [...]