Author: All About Acne Team
About All About Acne Team
The All About Acne team – the authors of this site – are a group of medically-trained skin experts from across Australia who have an interest in acne management. Our experienced team of leading dermatologists guarantees the information on this website is independent and based on the highest quality research available.
Most people with acne use social media to find medical information
Almost half of patients with acne turn to social media to find information about their skin condition.
Face masks worsen acne and rosacea
Wearing face masks for at least six hours a day can trigger acne and rosacea flares, a condition now commonly known as “maskne”.
Could a new generation of textiles prevent ‘maskne’?
A new generation of fabrics known as biofunctional textiles, such as fabric containing silver or copper, could help stop flare-ups of maskne.
How acne affects self-esteem & social media use
A survey has found that young people with acne avoid being in photos, showing a link between acne and self-esteem.
Survey reveals the financial cost of self-treating acne
Some people spend up to $850 on over the counter acne treatments before seeing a doctor, according to a new Australian study.
Research confirms link between gut health & skin
While we know foods with a high GI and those high in processed sugar can trigger acne, new research is strengthening the link between our gut and our skin.
