At Least 69% of Patients Who Switch Dermatologists Do So Because Their First Doctor Didn’t Listen
Nearly seven in ten patients who leave their dermatologist do so because they felt unheard. This statistic isn’t surprising to anyone who has sat in an…
Fact Check: Does Eating Sugar Cause Acne? High-Glycemic Foods May Worsen Acne but Sugar Alone Is Not the Sole Cause
Sugar alone is not the sole cause of acne, but high-glycemic foods—including sugary beverages and processed carbohydrates—do appear to worsen acne in many…
New Study Found Berberine Supplement Lowered Androgens and Improved Hormonal Acne in a Small Trial
A new study has found compelling evidence that berberine supplementation can lower androgens and improve hormonal acne, offering a potential natural…
At Least 57% of Patients Report Their Acne Flares Up During Times of High Stress
Research consistently demonstrates that the majority of acne patients experience flares during periods of psychological stress.
Fact Check: Is Dermaplaning Good for Acne-Prone Skin? Removing Vellus Hair Can Help Product Absorption but Won’t Treat Acne
Dermaplaning can help acne-prone skin in one specific way: it removes vellus hair (the fine, light fuzz on your face) and dead skin cells, which allows…
He Had Acne Conglobata Covering His Upper Body…One of the Most Severe Forms Affecting Less Than 1% of Acne Patients
Acne conglobata is a rare and severe form of acne that goes far beyond typical breakouts. When it covers the upper body—spanning the chest, back,…
Adapalene 0.1% (Differin) Became OTC in 2016…Acne Prescription Drug Sales Dropped 15% the Following Year
In July 2016, adapalene 0.1% (sold as Differin) became the first prescription-strength retinoid available over-the-counter in the United States, marking a…
At Least 24% of Patients With Severe Acne Have Considered Cosmetic Surgery for Scar Revision
Research shows that approximately one in four patients with severe acne—at least 24% by some studies—have seriously considered cosmetic surgery to address…
Fact Check: Can Diaper Rash Cream Treat Acne? Zinc Oxide Has Anti-Inflammatory Properties but Is Not Formulated for Facial Acne
No, diaper rash cream should not be used as an acne treatment, despite containing zinc oxide—an ingredient with genuine anti-inflammatory properties.
She Was a Model Whose Agency Dropped Her After She Developed Adult Acne…Filed a Discrimination Complaint
Yes, models have been dropped by agencies and talent companies after developing acne, and some have publicly called out the discrimination.