TAGGED IN

Acne

Latest Articles

Healthy and Unhealthy Food Habits In Acne

Bacon hamburger with french fries on a red square plate and a glass of whiskey on a leather seat

The Role of Zinc for Acne

Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties of zinc supplements

zinc sulfate tablets for acne

How is Folliculitis Related to Acne?

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

Woman in white tank top looking at her face reflection in a mirror

Ceramides: The Skin's Natural Barrier Protectant

Ceramides are a vital part of a healthy skin barrier

Moisturizer and bottle of lotion with ceramides

How Do Genes and Environment Affect Acne Differently?

Research Summary on the Heritability of Acne

woman with acne sitting outside next to tree

Skin Surface pH in Acne Vulgaris

How your skin's pH changes in acne

woman with normal skin surface ph in acne vulgaris

How Does the Microbiome Control Our Skin's Genes?

Skin Microbiome

Bacteria may influence our genetics

mother and daughter swimming in lake and sharing a kiss together

The Epigenetics of Acne: Environment vs Genetics

There are several ways to influence your genes

Brunette with clear face sitting on a canoe on the water with a man sitting behind her holding her shoulders

The Influence of Vitamin D on Acne

The evidence for the effect of Vitamin D on acne

Woman with sunglasses outside in sunshine holding flowers

Quality of Life in Acne

Acne is more than a few pimples here and there

Young male in red and black striped shirt looking as if in deep thought with trees in background

How Is Acne Different in Darker Skin?

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

Indian woman with dark skin wearing turquoise blouse and watch covering mouth and nose with eyes closed

6 Signs that Your Acne May Be More than Just Acne

Several causes and symptoms make acne more complicated

Side view of Asian woman holding and looking into a mirror

The Role of Saunas in Acne

Sweating out acne-causing bacteria in saunas and steam rooms

Woman wrapping in white towel sitting in sauna

The Tiny, Microscopic Reason Behind Your Zit: Bacterial Diversity

Research spotlight on bacterial diversity in acne

woman with braided hair in front of lake in tank top without acne

Natural Acne Treatment: Ah Shi Point Acupuncture

Chinese Medicine Basics

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

Girl with acne who is using acupuncture as a treatment

Integrative Skin Series: Finding the Right Approach to Treat Acne

Merging Traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurveda, and dermatology for acne

Couple sitting in front of a lake next to a tree

Spironolactone to Combat the Hormones of Acne

Learn about when spironolactone may be a good option for acne

Woman on the beach in sweater with wind blowing her brown hair

Why Do Doctors Use Antibiotics To Treat Acne?

Antibiotics are effective but their use should be carefully considered

Red and white antibiotic pills and capsules next to a glass of water

4 Underused Supplements for Acne

The best supplements and vitamins for acne-prone skin

colorful-daily-ration-vitamin-supplement-tablets

How To Improve Acne Scars

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

beautiful woman wearing white cream sweater dress and diamond earrings

Safety of Acne Medications During Pregnancy and Lactation

Examining which acne medications do not harm a developing baby

pregnant-woman-in-red-dress-holding-belly

How Does Cupping Help Acne

Holistic Therapies

An ancient therapy for the treatment of acne

Cupping on the back on the woman

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

Retinoids are effective topical treatments

Black woman with short hair wearing a black shirt and large hoop earrings standing in the street looking to the left

Acne: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments

Approaching acne from a Western perspective

Acne Vulgaris - Learnskin