Glycolic Vs. Salicylic Acid - Which Peel is Better for Acne?

I have light to moderate acne, and a friend suggested that I start getting monthly chemical peels.  I've read up on glycolic acid peel and...

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What's the Best Acne Treatment?

My Proactiv acne routine isn't working well enough for acne.  My acne is pretty bad and painful.  Are there acne treatments that are best to...

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What's the Best Back Acne Treatment?

I HATE the back acne (backne) breakout i've had for too long. What really works best to get rid of back acne?  Is the back acne treatment the...

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Can Acne Corticosteroid Injections Cause Pitted Skin?

I received a corticosteroid injection in an acne cyst and now my skin is pitting in several areas around the injection site. Is this a common...

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Does Accutane Work for Hormonal Acne?

I have pretty bad acne but it seems to flare up in cycles so I'm guessing it is brought on by my hormones.  If I go on Accutane, will it stop the...

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Does a Sun Tan Really Get Rid of Acne?

I have moderate acne on my face and back since I was a teenager, and my mother has always told me that I should go tanning or lay out to get rid of it...

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Laser Resurfacing for Acne and Blackheads?

I've decided to look into laser resurfacing.  I'm blonde and fair skinned and have big pores from adolescent and adult acne. I still get a lot of...

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Fraxel Vs Photodynamic Therapy: Which is Better for Acne or Acne Scars?

I'm a 38-year-old Mexican female suffering from cystic acne since 2 years ago. I was given cortisone injections, but it left some wide pits....

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Will Fraxel Re:pair Clear Acne on Asian Skin?

Hi, I'm an asian male, between a 3 to a 4 on the Fitzpatrick scale. I have acne scarring as a result of the accutane I went on a couple of years ago....

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What is the Best Laser Acne Treatment?

I am really close to deciding on professional acne treatment like a laser. is there a laser that you recommend best for acne clearing? 

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Next Option to Try if Accutane Doesn't Work?

My daughter has done two rounds of Accutane (5 months each round) and the acne is back in full force. It clears up beautifully and then after about 5...

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What Can Be Done for Acne on Back and Buttocks?

What would you do about this type of acne on the back and buttocks? I've tried topical and oral antibiotics, but nothing seems to work (Creases in the...

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Acne Treatment for Large Chest Acne?

I'm from Malaysia, and I have some large acne on my chest. I went to lots of doctors to have it checked, but the advice I got didn't make any sense....

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Will Acanya Gel Be More Effective Than Accutane?

I was on Accutane 3 yrs ago. My acne has come back with a kick, not as bad as before. I'm sick of this. So my dermatologist prescribes Acanya Gel...

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What's the Best Laser for Acne Treatments?

Hate my very severe breakouts. Looking to laser the acne from my face.  suggestions?

Can Benzoyl Peroxide Cause Acne to Worsen?

Why does my acne get worse any time I use products that may contain Benzoyl peroxide?I have struggled with acne for 4 years now, and I tried using...

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BBL or Laser Treatment for Multiple Skin Problems?

I'm going on my second consult with a new doctor this Friday for a skin evaluation. First doctor said I needed a BBL (literally a 30-second consult)....

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Best Solution for Butt Acne?

Since I was a teenager, I've had lots of acne on my butt. I drink lots of water, eat healthy, bathe frequently, change my clothes and sheets, don't...

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Melanage Peel for Acne Treatment?

I recently had a Melanage peel to reduce melasma I incurred after fertility treatments. I saw little improvement in the Melasma, but dramatic results...

Does Taking Protein Shakes Cause Acne?

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Hydroquinone for Acne Scars?

Does Hydroquinone help clear face or just prevent any damage?I have redness and dark purplish-like spots left from acne and I'm still just a teenager....

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What is the Best Sunscreen for Acne-prone Skin?

What sunscreen do you recommend for acne-prone skin?

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Which Chemical Peels Are Best for Acne?

I have mild acne breakouts, and my girlfriend says acne is best treated with TCA chemcial peels. I would like to know whether peels are recommended...

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Does Insurance Cover Laser Acne Treatment?

I have Bluecross PPO. Does it cover Acne laser treatment?

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Best Laser Treatment for Cystic Acne?

I am 42 years old. I have perioral dermatitis and have cycstic acne on my face as well as brown spots. In my early 20's I did take a low...

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Best Acne Treatment for Cystic Acne?

I have an acne cyst, and it's very sore and inflamed. I don't have terrible acne. I get pimples now and then, but nothing this severe. I was wondering...

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What Does It Mean to Treat Acne with Blue or Red Light?

I don't get what it means to treat acne with "red light" or "blue light."  Please describe blue/red light treatments. ...

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What Are the Latest Trends in Acne Treatment?

Are there new acne treatments coming to the market that work better than current ones? Tried dozen difft acne treatments and none are getting rid of...

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Treatment for Whitehead on the Nose?

I have four non-inflammatory acne or white head on my nose. They used to be really large acne, and they left bumps on my nose. Initially, I thought...

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I Used Tazorac Cream and Had my Face Waxed

I know I am not supposed to do this but I forgot about this side effect since I haven't used Tazorac in a while. The wax peeled a layer of skin...

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Are There Acne Treatments for Different Types of Acne?

I believe I've got what is called cystic acne.  Does this mean I need different acne treatment than if I were to have a simple form of acne?

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Need Help with Acne - Nothing Works

I have had acne for several years now and i have tried everything, proactive, neutrogena, cetaphil, acnefree, clean&clear, everything...nothing is...

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Best Laser Treatment for Acne?

Hello my name is Jorge i had a couple of IPL laser treatments for acne, it has improved a little bit but still not very effective.

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All in One Treatment for Acne, Broken Capillaries and Large Pores?

I am looking for a facial treatment, but can not decide which would be best for my skin. I am looking for a treatment that can tone down acne lesions,...

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OTC Treatments for Acne, Whiteheads, Blackheads, and Scars?

I've been getting pimples for the past 3 years, and now my acne is getting really bad. Although I don't pop my pimples, they leave hideous marks on my...

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Hydroquinone for Dark Spots and Redness from Acne?

I have a lot of dark spots on my face from acne. Whenever I would get acne it would leave a spot. Not just certain areas, pretty much my whole face is...

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Do Birth Control Pills Affect Acne?

I started breaking out about 2 years ago when I was 24. I never had skin problems before that. I have been taking Yaz birth control for about three...

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Which Birth Control Pill Best Prevents Acne?

I am 30 years old and have struggled with acne since fifth grade. My current pill, Lo/Ovral, helps the acne on my face, but I'm breaking out along...

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Epiduo for my Acne Problem?

I never used to have bad acne, until I used Proactive. Then I started using an all natural herbal product that my mother uses in her profession, but...

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Can Doxycycline Ointment Be Used with Proactiv for Acne?

My doctor has prescribed a Doxycycline ointment for my acne. Can I use this ointment with Proactiv?

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Acne Breakout Caused by PCOS?

I clean my face everyday, and I am still breaking out. I used to get one or two and I used Proactiv and it helped. It did not leave the marks on my...

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Can Working out Aggravate or Increase Acne?

I started working out and I am just concerned if it will aggravate my acne. I have very oily skin as it is and prone to breakouts. Will my hormone...

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Best and Cheapest Way to Remove Butt Acne?

What is the best and cheapest way to get rid of acne in the buttocks? I've started using a benzoyl peroxide but I have seen minimal improvement....

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Treatments for Pimples That Don't Burst?

I got a few pimples on my chest. They became lumps and I could not squeeze out the pus. Lately, I realized they already became part of my skin. When I...

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Can Paragard Cause or Worsen Acne?

I had my Paragard inserted 10 months ago and since have experienced increased severity, duration and number of acne breakouts. Is this a coincidence...

Acne After Bell's Palsy?

I am a teenager that recently had Bell's Palsy. I usually have very mild acne breakouts and my skin is clear most of the time. My Bell's Palsy is...

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Best Foundation for Acne Prone, Hypersensitive Skin?

What is the best foundation for clogged, acne prone, hypersensitive skin? I am 41 years old and suffer from extensive breakouts, very congested skin...

Birth Control Pill That Cures Acne Forever?

I have known people who were prescribed an anti-acne/birth control pill taken for 6 months and it cures acne forever. I know its been around for a...

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Is an Anti Acne Peel Supposed to Be Peeled Off?

I am using the Anti Acne starter kit. I dont have acne but I have very uneventoned skin and blemishes so I started this yesterday. My skin was dry but...

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Home Treatment to Get Rid of Acne

I'm desperate to get rid of acne.  I heard online hat soaking in epson salts, washing with Selsun Blue, applying aloe vera gel & taking...

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Can Milk Cause Acne?

I have started a weightlifting program and would like to increase the protein in my diet. However, I am 28 with stubborn acne and I have read many...

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Best Acne Treatment with Minimum Recovery Time?

I also have very light thin hair on my face and I started to shave them off because they become visible when I put makeup to cover acne, can that be a...

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Will There Ever Be a Really Effective Acne Treatment?

What kind of research is being done on acne? Will a new drug or treatment come out to radically change the treatment options we have?  It still...

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Best Option for Acne Treatment?

I'm a 30-year-old woman, and I would like to get something done that is for acne. I had a Smoothbeam treatment 1 year ago, which seemed to help dry up...

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Risks and Complications of Laser Acne Treatment?

Are the side effects of laser acne treatment permanent? Can they be prevented?

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Retin-A and Antibiotics Before Considering Other Acne Treatments?

My 14-year-old son has acne. The dermatologist recommended Accutane but I'm concerned about the side effects. Should we start with antibiotic and...

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Non-surgical Acne and Acne Scar Treatments?

I have acne and acne scars on my arms, between my shoulders and elbows. How can I get rid of them without any type of surgical or laser treatment? I'm...

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Levulane Kerastick for Acne Treatment?

My daughter is 19 years old, and has a severe scarring acne. Finally, someone recommended Levulane Kerastik. Is that a good idea for a very young person?

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Laser Treatment a Month After Taking Sotret?

My skin is very sensitive and got a scar on my nose cause of glyco A cream which burned my skin. My derm told me to take 20mg sotret tab for a month...

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Do You Recommend a Chemical Peel for a 16 Yr Old for Acne?

On their back...not sebaceous cyst..

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Quickest and Most Effective Acne Treatment?

I want to get rid of my acne.

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Treatment for Acne Large Pores and Moles on Sensitive Skin?

I am a 21 year old female who suffered from acne since 12 years old. Fortunately, I only get small pimples here and there now but I am also left with...

Will Laser Treatment Stop Recurrence of Acne?

Does having Laser Treatment stop new acne from occuring?

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Best Laser Treatments for Back Acne?

What kind of treatment (lasers, light therapy, etc.) would work best for active back acne and how long do the results of these treatments last? I'm in...

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Could Hormones Be the Cause of my Various Skin Conditions?

Could I be 36 year old male with hormone issues? I’m curious as to whether or not hypergonadism could possibly be the culprit for the following...

How Does Light Clear Up Acne?

I'm looking specifically at blue light therapy for acne but if there are others I'd be interested to know about those too.

How to Prevent or Treat Acne While Outdoors?

What can I do to prevent or treat acne while backpacking or hiking when getting a shower or water isn't readily available?

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How to Get Rid of Whiteheads?

I have struggled with whiteheads for many years now.  I have used Accutane, Tetracyclin, topical salicylic acid, tea tree oil, vitamin A and E...

How to Prevent Back Acne?

Also, what type of laser treatments are available for the removal of hyper pigmented scars?

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Does LHA (Beta Lipohydroxy Acid) Work on Acne?

Safe Acne Treatment While on Fraxel Laser?

My family doctor won't prescribe antibiotics to control my acne while I'm doing Fraxel Laser treatments because he says they will cause sensitivity to...

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What to Do with Dramatic Breakouts on African-American Skin?

I am a 35-year-old African American female, and my skin is breaking out dramatically. Both cheeks are bumpy and my chin has a huge bump on it. My skin...

Correct Treatment for my Acne?

Hi, I'm a South Asian female with acne. I have mild acne but I don't get several spots at one time--only a few spots. However, these few spots have...

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Inexpensive Treatment for Back and Chest Acne?

I have acne all over my back and chest. Are there any inexpensive acne treatments for this? I have no insurance and really can't afford to pay a...

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Procedure for Mild Acne and Fine Lines?

I am a 23-year-old female. I have an oily skin with mild acne, but I'm not sure if my skin dries when I use some cosmetics or take some capsules. I...

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Treatment for Recurrent Acne?

My acne is reccuring only on right side of my face. The left side is getting healthier with no blemishes while using the current product. I also have...

What Can I Do About Inactive Acne on Nose?

I have inactive acne on my nose that are like nodes, which are from 5 years ago. What should I do? Those acne make my skin uneven.

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How to Control Breakouts While on Anti-aging Regimen?

I have been using Clenziderm (Normal to Oily) for 3 months now, and it has noticeably helped with the acne/breakouts that I've been battling for...

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What Works Great on Acne Blemishes?

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Alternatives to Aldactone and Tetracycline for Acne?

I have been taking aldactone to treat my acne for almost 2.5 years, along with topical creams. It did not work. I also took tetracyline for a year,...

If I Switch Acne Treatments, Will I Get Break Outs?

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Peels, Acne Products, or Blue Light Treatment After Cortisone Injection?

I had an acne cyst injected with cortisone yesterday and wanted to know if it was ok to get either a BHA peel, AHA peel, or even a treatment such as...

Can Herbal Hormone Help with Teen Acne?

Would herbal hormone help in teen acne in stablizing the oil supply in the body?

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Treatment Best for Large Pores, Acne Scarring, Acne and Spider Veins?

Can't Get Clear Skin... Tried Everything

Im20 tried everything for my acne nothing workd even on birth control right now was even on accutain came back after a couple of months. went to 7...

Can Excessive Acne / Blackheads Cause Skin to Thicken?

Hi Dermatologists, I am wondering if excessive acne/blackhead along with overactive sebaceous glands can cause nasal skin to thicken. If so, what...

Acne and Sweat - Suggestions for Treatment?

Since I started to play tennis, I have acne on my forehead. I play for 3 hours at a time and sweat just stays there. Only occasionally I get to wipe...