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Acne Laser: One-Year Outcomes 

Another growing area of acne research is laser-based treatment options.  For people with moderate-to-severe acne who are exploring different management approaches, research into laser treatments...

Dermocosmetics and Acne  

When it comes to managing acne, prescribed treatments often receive the most attention. However, research highlights the important role that skincare can play alongside medical management. The term...

The Hunt for an Acne Vaccine: New Frontiers in Acne Treatment 

Acne—it’s one of the most common skin conditions on the planet. Nearly 80% of adolescents experience it, and for many adults, it doesn’t simply fade away with age. Instead, it becomes a long-term...

Bacteriophage Therapy in Dermatology: A New Frontier in Skin Disease Management 

In dermatology, a new wave of innovation is emerging from an unexpected source—viruses that kill bacteria. Known as bacteriophages, or simply phages, these naturally occurring bacterial predators are...

How Social Media Recruitment Is Transforming Diversity in Dermatology Clinical Trials 

Recruiting and retaining participants has long been one of the toughest challenges in clinical research. In dermatology, the problem is even more pronounced. Conditions like acne, eczema, and...

Why the Microcomedone Is More Than Just a Plug 

Looking Beneath the Surface  For decades, acne has been seen as a condition of visible spots—comedones, papules, pustules, and cysts. Patients often wonder why treatments fail to prevent new breakouts...

Can Weight-Loss Medications Like Ozempic and Mounjaro Cause Acne? What You Need to Know

Over the last few years, weight-loss medications like Ozempic® (semaglutide), Mounjaro® (tirzepatide), and Saxenda® (liraglutide) have taken the world by storm. Originally designed to help manage type...

Spironolactone for Hormonal Acne in Adult Women

Adult acne is frustrating. You thought you’d left breakouts behind in your teenage years, but suddenly, in your 20s, 30s, or even 40s, the pimples return — often stubborn, deep...

Can What We Eat Really Affect Acne? Exploring the Gut-Skin Connection

Acne is one of the most common skin concerns worldwide, affecting teens, young adults, and even people well into their 30s and 40s. While we’ve long known that acne is...
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Acne can be irritating, but treatment shouldn't be.

When it comes treating acne, there are a wide range of topical options available to help manage this skin condition.5,6 However, skin irritation is a known side effect of some treatments and can be the main reason for stopping their use.5,7,8

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How to build a skincare regimen for acne-prone skin

Got acne-prone skin? You’re not alone; acne affects 85 percent of 12-14 year olds, and up to 64 percent of adults globally. Having little spots that appear on your complexion is totally normal – most people experience this at some point of their lives – and luckily, a lot of the time, it can be managed with the right products.

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