Although there is still no hard science to back it up, ask most dermatologists and they'll agree there is clearly a genetic predisposition for developing acne. So while it isn't inherited in a ...

Attractive woman with acneAcne is one of those annoying issues that most people experience at various points in their life. For some people, it is little more than an inconvenience, and for others it ...

The COVID-19 pandemic appears to have led to an increase in acne among health care workers, according to a new report. In a study published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, author Birgül ...

You may have thought pimples were in your past, but one day you look in the mirror and discover that a zit has sprouted on your chin. Or maybe a crop of unsightly reddish bumps has popped up on your ...

Do pimples signal liver or kidney disease? Experts say no. Learn what really causes acne, why face mapping is a myth, and when breakouts may need medical attention.

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When it comes to clearing my acne, I’ve tried it all - oatmeal scrubs, sheet masks, and even heavy-duty hydrocolloid bandages from the drugstore. But as people who have suffered with hormonal acne ...

A few weeks ago, Keke Palmer detailed her struggles with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. After struggling for years with bad acne breakouts, doctors were finally able to get to the root of the problem. In ...

Scars and dark spots are common side effects of acne. While there are lots of products and treatments available, not all of them are best for skin of color. Here’s what to know about how to treat and ...

Our experienced medical journalist Jeanie Lerche Davis took your questions about adult acne to specialists. Here's what she found out. Nothing works Question: I have suffered from acne for more than ...