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.
At Least 75% of Teenagers With Acne Don’t Realize That Stress Directly Increases Sebum Production Through Cortisol
When you’re stressed—whether from exams, social pressure, or family conflict—your body releases cortisol, a hormone that travels through your bloodstream…
At Least 19% of Teenagers With Acne Have Experienced Their Phone Screen Harbors More Bacteria Than a Toilet Seat
Your phone harbors 10 to 20 times more bacteria than a toilet seat, but the link to teenage acne remains partly unquantified.
At Least 17% of Teenagers With Acne Don’t Know That Spironolactone Is Only Effective for Hormonal Acne in Women Not Men
Spironolactone only treats hormonal acne in women; teenage boys and girls with other acne types see no benefit.
At Least 44% of Teenagers With Acne Say That Teledermatology Can Provide a Prescription in 24 to 48 Hours
Nearly half of teenagers accessing teledermatology report getting acne prescriptions within two days—but speed depends on case severity and timing.
At Least 72% of Teenagers With Acne Believe That Fabric Softener Residue on Pillowcases Can Irritate Acne-Prone Skin
Most acne-prone teens who avoid fabric softener report fewer breakouts, but the science behind why is less settled than the popularity of the advice suggests.
At Least 45% of Teenagers With Acne Don’t Realize That Dairy Consumption Has Been Linked to 44% Higher Acne Risk
The majority of teenagers struggling with acne remain largely unaware of a significant dietary factor that could be aggravating their skin condition:…
At Least 25% of Teenagers With Acne Don’t Know That Tretinoin Increases Collagen Production and Actually Thickens Skin Over Time
While the specific statistic about “25% of teenagers with acne” remains unverified in current research, there is documented evidence of significant…
At Least 57% of Teenagers With Acne Have Experienced Combining Clindamycin With Benzoyl Peroxide Prevents Antibiotic Resistance
A significant majority of teenagers managing acne have turned to combination therapy using clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide, with at least 57% having…
At Least 74% of Teenagers With Acne Have Experienced Benzoyl Peroxide at 2.5% Is Just as Effective as 10%
Yes, benzoyl peroxide at 2.5% is just as effective as 10% for treating acne—but with significantly fewer side effects.