Luxury Acne Skincare Line Costs $400/Month…Dermatologist-Recommended Drugstore Routine Costs $35/Month
Luxury acne skincare brands often command premium prices—sometimes reaching $400 or more per month—while dermatologist-recommended drugstore routines…
Custom Compounded Cream Costs $500/Month…Generic Prescription Equivalent Costs $15/Month
A custom compounded acne cream might cost you $500 per month, while a generic prescription equivalent—one that may work just as well—costs $15.
Proactiv Costs $30/Month…Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5% Wash Costs $8 at Any Pharmacy
Proactiv’s standard three-step acne system costs $36 per month through its subscription model, not $30—which means a year of treatment runs about $432…
Curology Costs $30/Month…Generic Tretinoin Costs $5 With GoodRx
Curology’s subscription-based dermatology service does cost around $30 per month, but the claim that generic tretinoin costs $5 with GoodRx significantly…
Dermatologist Debunks the Myth That Acne Means Your Skin Is Oily…Here’s What Actually Causes Breakouts
Acne isn’t a sign that your skin is oily—it’s a sign that your skin’s microenvironment has become hospitable to bacteria.
Dermatologist Debunks the Myth That Drinking More Water Cures Acne…Here’s What Actually Causes Breakouts
Drinking more water does not cure acne. While staying hydrated is important for overall health, the idea that increased water intake will clear your skin…
Dermatologist Debunks the Myth That Acne Is Caused By Eating Too Much Sugar…Here’s What Actually Causes Breakouts
While it might feel satisfying to blame your acne on that slice of cake, the reality is more nuanced.
Dermatologist Debunks the Myth That Tanning Beds Clear Acne…Here’s What Actually Causes Breakouts
Tanning beds don’t clear acne—they often make it worse. Despite a persistent myth that exposure to UV light reduces breakouts, dermatologists consistently…
Dermatologist Debunks the Myth That Acne Is Contagious…Here’s What Actually Causes Breakouts
Acne is not contagious. You cannot catch acne from another person through direct contact, sharing towels, or spending time together.
Dermatologist Debunks the Myth That Makeup Always Causes Acne…Here’s What Actually Causes Breakouts
The idea that makeup universally causes acne is a myth. Dermatologists confirm that makeup itself is not the culprit—rather, it’s specific ingredients,…