I never dealt with pimples (or needed a face wash for acne) until the pandemic, when I, along with lots of others, developed maskne, triggered by wearing masks for many hours a day. Mine was a ...

Acne may be a side effect of having a hormonal IUD, but IUDs may also help clear acne. Read on to find out more. Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are a highly effective form of contraception. They’re ...

Facing a new wave of spots across your chin? You're not alone. If you're dealing with pesky chin pimples then know that acne, more generally, is on the rise. A recent review of studies in the ...

Creatine alone does not cause acne or other skin issues. If you develop acne while taking creatine it is likely due to another cause, like hormonal changes, diet, stress, medications, skincare, and/or ...

Combination birth control pills can help treat existing acne and reduce the severity of future breakouts. Although four pills are approved for this use, you may find success with any combination pill.

Acne is a common skin issue. It generally begins during puberty, when sex hormones cause changes in the body. While acne may taper off as the body adjusts to these sex hormones, acne can persist ...

Narayanan V. Holistic skin care and selection of skin care products in acne. Arc Clin Exp Dermatol. 2020;2(1):e101. Oge' LK, Broussard A, Marshall MD. Acne Vulgaris: Diagnosis and Treatment. Am Fam ...

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Adult acne doesn't discriminate. It can affect any of us and there are various causes behind it – from genetics and hormones to stress. While spotty skin is often viewed as a 'teenage' problem ...

Dry skin, particularly in winter, is a problem that almost everyone complains about. Acne is another common skin issue that many teens and adults have to deal with. But there is one single solution ...

“Hormonal acne is caused by hormonal imbalances which prompt the skin to produce excess sebum, a waxy substance secreted by sebaceous glands. This sebum clogs pores, resulting in painful cysts and ...