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Healthy and Unhealthy Food Habits In Acne

Antonella Aguilera-Ruiz, ND

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The Role of Zinc for Acne

Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties of zinc supplements

Rebecca Quinonez

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How Is Folliculitis Related to Acne?

Acne and folliculitis are different skin conditions that can appear very similar

Alexandra Vaughn, MD

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Ceramides: The Skin's Natural Barrier Protectant

Ceramides are a vital part of a healthy skin barrier

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How Do Genes and Environment Affect Acne Differently?

Research Summary on the Heritability of Acne

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Skin Surface pH in Acne Vulgaris

How your skin's pH changes in acne

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How Does the Microbiome Control Our Skin's Genes?

Bacteria may influence our genetics

Elizabeth Usedom, MD

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The Epigenetics of Acne: Environment vs Genetics

There are several ways to influence your genes

Elizabeth Usedom, MD

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The Influence of Vitamin D on Acne

The evidence for the effect of Vitamin D on acne

Jason Derico, ND

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Quality of Life in Acne

Acne is more than a few pimples here and there

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How Is Acne Different in Darker Skin?

Learn about why dark spots develop after acne lesions go away in darker skin

Rebecca Quinonez

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6 Signs that Your Acne May Be More than Just Acne

Several causes and symptoms make acne more complicated

Rebecca Quinonez

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The Role of Saunas in Acne

Sweating out acne-causing bacteria in saunas and steam rooms

Alexander Arrington

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The Tiny, Microscopic Reason Behind Your Zit: Bacterial Diversity

Research spotlight on bacterial diversity in acne

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Natural Acne Treatment: Ah Shi Point Acupuncture

The secret to improving your acne may be in the hands of your local acupuncturist.

Joseph Alban, MS LAc

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Integrative Skin Series: Finding the Right Approach to Treat Acne

Merging Traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurveda, and dermatology for acne

Joseph Alban, MS LAc +1

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Spironolactone to Combat the Hormones of Acne

Learn about when spironolactone may be a good option for acne

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Why Do Doctors Use Antibiotics To Treat Acne?

Antibiotics are effective but their use should be carefully considered

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4 Underused Supplements for Acne

The best supplements and vitamins for acne-prone skin

Antonella Aguilera-Ruiz, ND

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How To Improve Acne Scars

There are a wide variety of treatment options to improve the appearance of acne scars

Alexandra Vaughn, MD

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Safety of Acne Medications During Pregnancy and Lactation

Examining which acne medications do not harm a developing baby

Megha Trivedi, MD +1

Cupping for Acne

How Does Cupping Help Acne

Cupping Therepy for Acne Scars - An ancient therapy for the treatment of acne

Joseph Alban, MS LAc +1

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Topical Retinoid Medications: Tretinoin, Adapalene, Tazarotene, and Alitretinoin

Retinoids are effective topical treatments

Raja Sivamani, MD MS AP

Acne Vulgaris - Learnskin

Acne: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments

Approaching acne from a Western perspective

LearnSkin Content Team

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Acne: Spot Treatments and How to Remove Blackheads and Whiteheads

Topical treatments for acne, whiteheads, and blackheads

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Acne Medications and the Sun

Acne medications that cause photosensitive reactions

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5 Vegan Alternatives To Collagen Supplements

Collagen is made from the amino acids glycine and proline, or glycine and hydroxyproline.