PanOxyl Expands Acne Support Program for Teenagers and Young Adults

PanOxyl targets teenagers and young adults through a new campaign, college activations, and two sulfur-based products designed for blackheads and excess oil.
Adult Acne at Any Age: Why Breakouts Persist and What Actually Helps

Persistent breakouts have multiple causes, but targeted treatment and a gentler routine can change the pattern.
At Least 39% of Adults With Persistent Acne Have Never Been Told That Stress Directly Increases Sebum Production Through Cortisol

Nearly 4 in 10 acne patients don’t know stress hormones directly command their skin to produce more oil.
At Least 26% of Adults Over 25 With Acne Are Unaware That Oral Contraceptives Take 3 to 6 Months to Show Acne Improvement

Most people starting birth control for acne don’t know they need to wait months to see results, leading them to quit too early.
Famous celebrities 40 and older battling unexpected adult acne

Celebrity dermatologists confirm that adult acne over 40 is triggered by hormones, stress, and age-related skin changes, not poor hygiene.
At Least 44% of Adults With Persistent Acne Don’t Realize That Their Face Mask Material Matters for Preventing Maskne

The mask material you choose affects maskne risk more than most people realize, and switching fabrics can eliminate breakouts within days.
At Least 21% of Adults With Persistent Acne Don’t Know That Fabric Softener Residue on Pillowcases Can Irritate Acne-Prone Skin

Your pillowcase might be worsening acne without you realizing it—and fabric softener is likely why.
At Least 21% of Adults With Persistent Acne Report That Their Acne Scars Can Be Significantly Improved With Professional Treatment

Professional dermatological treatments help many people with acne scars achieve significant visible improvement, though results vary by scar type and require realistic expectations.
At Least 48% of Adults Over 25 With Acne Have Never Been Told That Picking at Acne Can Push Bacteria Deeper and Cause Permanent Scarring

Nearly half of adults with acne have never learned that picking drives bacteria deeper and causes permanent scarring that won’t fade on its own.
At Least 36% of Adults With Persistent Acne Have Tried Professional Extractions Are Safer Than DIY Pimple Popping

Professional extractions are safer than squeezing because dermatologists use sterile tools, apply precise pressure, and stop before damaging healthy tissue—but most acne shouldn’t be extracted at all.