Acne News
Acne scarring helped by ongoing maintenance treatment
Acne scarring is a concern for all people with acne—from those who have mild acne through to severe acne. New research has found that people who undertake maintenance therapy have […]
Patients with Body Dysmorphic Disorder more likely to have acne
Acne isn’t just skin-deep, especially for teens and young adults. A new study from The Netherlands published by Acta Derm Venereol points out that many teens and young adults with […]
Can essential oils treat acne?
Recent research has revealed the potential of essential oils in combating acne, shining new light on age old remedies. As published in the medical journal Molecules, essential oils offer a […]
Dynamic duo: platelet rich plasma combined with micro-needling or laser therapy a potential new treatment combination
Acne scars may have found their match in Platelet Rich Plasma coupled with micro-needling or laser therapy. Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is a non-surgical treatment aimed to repair degenerative tissue […]
Isotretinoin poses no risk to mental health
Isotretinoin has been a recent topic of intense discussion due to its perceived risks to mental health, including its association with psychiatric disorders and suicide. A new JAMA Dermatology journal […]
The dry eye dilemma: how to combat dry eyes while using isotretinoin
Oral isotretinoin, also known as Oratane or Roaccutane, is a gold-standard treatment for stubborn acne. Despite how effective oral isotretinoin can be in healing difficult-to-treat acne, there are some side […]
