Acne

Expert insights, targeted strategies, and guidance to help you better understand and manage breakout-prone skin.

The Best Acne Treatments for Every Acne Type
The Best Acne Treatments for Every Acne Type
Does the type of acne you experience make a difference when considering your plan of attack? If you’re using salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide, you might think you’ve got it covered. While those are two giants among acne-fighters, there is...
What products to treat acne in my 40s
Acne at 40: Causes and Treatment for Adult Hormonal Acne
Like most people, you may have thought that when you left your teen years behind, you were also leaving acne behind. Maybe in your twenties, you were annoyed to find that wasn’t the case. Certainly, by your thirties, you’d be...
are chin pimples a sign of hormonal acne
Are Chin Pimples a Sign of Hormonal Acne?
There are some breakouts so predictable that you feel like you pretty much have a standing date. They show up at regular intervals and in pretty much the same place: your chin and jawline. What’s behind this clockwork breakout pattern?...
How to Preempt Preteen Acne
How to Preempt Preteen Acne
Acne has often been seen as a rite of passage for teenagers. But in recent years, what was once fuel for teen angst is now ushering children toward that particular brand of anxiety earlier and earlier. Twelve is no longer...
Acne 101: Treatment Tips for First-Timers
Acne 101: Treatment Tips for First-Timers
Breaking out for the first time can feel overwhelming, but you're in good company—acne is one of the most common skin concerns there is. This beginner's guide walks you through the habits and products that can help you get ahead...