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What Is Acne Fulminans?
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What Is Acne Fulminans?

Discover the rare and severe form of acne known as Acne Fulminans or Acne Maligna. Learn about its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options, including oral corticosteroids, isotretinoin, and emerging therapies. Expert insights on this condition and its impact on individuals are provided.

Article: Back Acne and P. Acnes
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Back Acne and P. Acnes

Dealing with acne is painful and sometimes embarrassing. When looking for a back acne treatment consider what is touching your skin and causing an irritation.

Acne & Rosacea Treatment Creams & Lotions
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Acne & Rosacea Treatment Therapies - Creams & Lotions

Polymetric Emulsion Tretinoin 0.05% Lotion While the role of topical tretinoin in treating acne has been well established,1 issues with patient tolerability d…

Microneedling vs. Laser Skin Treatment For Acne Scarring
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Microneedling vs. Lasers: Which is best for Acne Scarring?

Introduction Acne affects 80% of people from ages 11-30 in the United States. 80% of those affected will have scarring.1,2 Acne has a significant burden in so…

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Pityrosporum Folliculitis Versus Acne Vulgaris: What Is Fungal Acne?

Both look the same but are very different. Keep reading to see how. 

Glycemic Index of Carbohydrates Effect on Acne vulgaris
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How Does High Glycemic Diet Affects Acne vulgaris?

Key Points Acne is the result of increased keratinization, sebum production, and inflammation A high glycemic diet can increase the production of insulin and…

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Alternatives to Antibiotics When Treating Acne

Antibiotics are commonly used to treat acne but may be harmful to good bacteria in the skin microbiome. Learn about antibiotic alternatives.

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Acne Medications and the Sun

Acne medications can make you more sensitive to the sun. Learn how to protect your skin from the sun when using acne medicines.

woman applying acne spot treatment on face
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Acne: Spot Treatments and How to Remove Blackheads and Whiteheads

Find the best acne spot treatments and the best way to remove blackheads. Blackhead removal is difficult but one of the most requested acne treatments.

zinc sulfate tablets for acne
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The Role of Zinc for Acne

Zinc can be used as an acne treatment. Zinc supplements are great for acne. Learn how to use zinc for acne

​Woman in white tank top looking at her face reflection in a mirror
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How Is Folliculitis Related to Acne?

Folliculitis is a name for skin conditions where there are inflamted hair follicles. Hairs can be effected all over the body, arms, legs, faces, and back.

woman with normal skin surface ph in acne vulgaris
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Skin Surface pH in Acne Vulgaris

The pH of your skin is important for healthy skin. Learn how the skin pH changes in acne and what you can do about it.

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