What Are My Options to Address Mild Acne?

I have moderate acne and I don't know what I can do to clear it up.

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Acne treatments

Mild acne treatment approach includes the use of proper skin cleansers and moisturisers, in combination with appropriate topical creams, e.g. benzoyl peroxide products, vitamin A-based retinoid creams, and topical antibiotics.

Anatoli Freiman, MD

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Toronto Dermatologist

Treatments for mild acne

A good place to start treatment of mild acne is a benzoyl peroxide (BP) wash. There are many different ones over the counter. Studies have shown that lower strength BP products are just as effective as higher strength without the irritation that higher strengths may cause. Benzoyl peroxide products also come in creams or gels. There are also sulfur/resorcinol combinations that help dry up individual pimples. I usually recommend treating the entire area where acne breaks out and not... more

Good starter for mild-to-moderate acne

I agree, a local dermatologist will certainly be able to help you. Assuming it is acne that you are dealing with, I think a good place to start is with a daily benzoyl peroxide wash (over-the-counter is OK) and a leave on "retinoid" type cream (such as tretinoin or adapalene) which requires a prescription. Initially this combination may cause some dryness (use a moisturizer as needed) but give it at least 2 months to start working. more

Best acne medications

I would suggest you see a dermatologist to evaluate your skin and give you recommendations. Sometimes over-the-counter products can be enough, but most often, I suggest some type of prescription medication (topical and/or oral) in addition. Take your current products in with you and ask your physician if any of those should change as well.