At Least 73% of Acne Patients Report Using 3 or More Products Simultaneously Without a Dermatologist’s Guidance
Multiple acne products without professional guidance is a widespread problem in dermatology. While specific prevalence statistics vary, clinical evidence…
At Least 85% of Teenagers With Acne Don’t Know That Over-Washing Can Make Breakouts Worse
Most teenagers struggling with acne believe that washing their face more often will clear their skin faster. This intuitive assumption is backwards.
At Least 92% of Americans With Acne Never See a Board-Certified Dermatologist for Treatment
The vast majority of Americans struggling with acne never receive treatment from a board-certified dermatologist.
At Least 25% of Trans Men on Testosterone Therapy Develop Moderate-to-Severe Acne Within the First Year
Recent dermatological research confirms that acne development is a significant concern for transgender men beginning testosterone therapy, with at least…
Fact Check: Can Calendula Cream Treat Acne? Anti-Inflammatory Properties Exist but No Studies Show Effectiveness Against P. Acnes
Calendula cream contains documented anti-inflammatory compounds and has shown some promise in reducing skin inflammation in clinical settings, but the…
She Developed Acne After Starting Lithium for Bipolar Disorder…Drug-Induced Acne Affects 30% of Lithium Users
Yes, acne can develop after starting lithium for bipolar disorder, and it’s far more common than many patients realize.
$180 Per Visit for Intralesional Steroid Injections for Keloid Acne Scars
At $180 per visit, intralesional steroid injections represent a mid-range cost option for treating keloid acne scars—those thick, raised scars that extend…
New Monoclonal Antibody Being Studied for Severe Treatment-Resistant Acne
Researchers are investigating several monoclonal antibodies as potential treatments for severe, treatment-resistant acne, with a particular focus on drugs…
Fact Check: Is Rice Water Good for Acne? Fermented Rice Water Has Some Antioxidant Properties but No Acne-Specific Evidence
Rice water, whether fermented or fresh, does not have scientific evidence to support its use as an acne treatment.
She Had a Severe Allergic Reaction to Sulfa-Based Acne Medication…Dapsone Requires Screening for G6PD Deficiency
Sulfa-based acne medications like dapsone can trigger severe allergic reactions in certain patients, sometimes leading to life-threatening complications.