When Accutane debuted in 1982, it was hailed as a miracle drug. It provided complete remission of severe cystic acne for 85% of patients within five months. But years of controversy followed as the drug was linked to serious risks,...
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?...
Table of contents How to Deal With a Stress Breakout Ice therapy: Cleanse Detox Weekly: What Else Helps? Dermatologists continue to see a steady rise in inflammatory skin conditions—including psoriasis, rosacea, atopic dermatitis, and acne. What’s driving it? One major...
Back and chest acne, often called "bacne" shows up across the shoulders, upper arms, and chest, and for many men it's more stubborn than breakouts on the face. The good news: with the right routine, you can help clear body...
While stress isn’t the cause of acne, it does create the perfect storm to spark flare-ups or worsen existing acne. Stress sets off a pathogenic cascade of mechanisms that result in an increase of sebum and inflammation in the skin,...
Table of content Don’t wait for acne to appear before teaching your child good skin care habits. Quick Tips for Preteens Acne has often been seen as a rite of passage for teenagers. But in recent years, what was once...
Table of content It’s not you; it’s the hormones. Start early. Be consistent. Don’t slack. Don't spot treat. Don't pick. Ice is nice! Use sunscreen. Beware of sweaty hats. Shower after exercise. Give it time. First time using an acne...
Table of contents Here’s what to try when you think you’ve tried everything. The Right Products A Consistent, Four-Step Regimen Time Pay Attention to Underlying Causes Avoid Moisturizing Don’t Over Treat See an Aesthetician or Dermatologist Don’t Give Up Acne,...
If you have pores, you will at some point experience blackheads. Pretty much everyone does because the microcosmic network of glands and follicles that keep skin functioning and healthy is a factory for blackheads. Table of content WHAT CAUSES BLACKHEADS?...
So often, we see the advice to moisturize while trying to treat acne. The fact is, unless you have dry skin, which is uncommon with moderate to severe acne, you should be using little to no moisturizer during active acne...
Conventional wisdom says when a pimple pops up, you can make it disappear quickly by going into attack mode and spot treating that unwelcome visitor. That, however, is a short-sighted approach that will keep you in constant maintenance mode. We’ll...
Table of contents What is Accutane? Accutane Side Effects and Considerations Are There Effective Alternatives to Accutane? Benzoyl Peroxide Retinoid (Vitamin A) A Consistent Approach to Acne Management Vivant Recommendations: If you have severe acne, you know that the effects...
