Types of Acne

Feeling helpless? Here are some parental tips for helping and supporting your child in their struggle with acne and how to deal with pimples. 1. “It’s Not Your Fault” Teen acne is triggered by hormonal changes, bacteria and natural oils in the body during puberty....

We asked five adults to reveal the advice they would give their acne-riddled teenage selves. From not being so judgmental to not overdoing the meds, here’s what they had to say. Amanda, 29 “I got acne around the age of 13, and I’d tell my younger self not to be so...

Most teenagers have acne, but the experience can be especially difficult for guys. While it’s common for girls to talk about skincare with their friends, you don’t find many guys trading clear-skin tips with their buddies. It can be embarrassing for guys to ask for...

As a parent you’ve seen your child through nearly everything, from scraped knees and fevers to hurt feelings and runny noses. But now that your son or daughter is a teenager, it’s easy to think they’re (mostly) grown-up. They don’t really need you anymore, right?...

Supporting good skincare habits is crucial to success with teenage acne. Avoid the myths and so-called natural remedies (like rubbing your face with garlic or washing your face with potato juice). Work with a good dermatologist, and always stick to a routine-acne...

Acne is a big part of being a teenager. In fact, it’s estimated that 85 percent of people between the ages of 12 and 24 get at least minor acne. And sometimes it feels that the only thing that will get you past the breakouts in high school is knowing the acne WILL END...

Teen acne is stressful and emotional. In fact, according to a study between 30 percent – 50 percent of adolescents experience psychological difficulties associated with their acne. This anxiety leaves parents with a dilemma. On one hand many teens don’t want to talk...