Acner.org: Acne treatment

Overview Acne pustules, papules and cysts can cause the skin to become inflamed and irritated. If you pick or poke at them, they can leave behind unsightly dark spots that take a long time to fade. These skin discolorations can cause the skin to ap...

There are many different types of treatments for acne spots. Creams, lotions and gels can all be a part of an acne-clearing regimen. Sifting through these acne-fighting products can be confusing, so it's important to recognize the most effective ingr...

Overview After pimples heal, they can leave behind unattractive red spots. The American Academy of Dermatology indicates that this skin discoloration is known as postinflammatory hyperpigmentation. Even those with darker skin tones may notice brown...

Overview Acne can appear on all skin types and is most commonly treated with over-the-counter acne creams and lotions. Acne can be seen in many different forms, including pustules, papules, cysts, nodules and blackheads. When your skin produces pus...

Acne breakouts cause the skin to become inflamed and irritated and can leave behind areas of skin discoloration and scarring that can be difficult to get rid of. Luckily, there are skin products that can eliminate acne breakouts and can diminish skin...

Overview Acne affects about 17 million Americans each year. In fact, it's a normal part of growing up. Everyone has sebaceous glands--glands that produce oil. Before people hit puberty, these glands are inactive. Once the body starts producing horm...

Overview Acne spot treatments are usually applied to the individual acne blemishes, but when the skin is affected by moderate to severe acne breakouts, it may be helpful to use spot treatments over the entire face. When using spot treatments over t...

Overview The best at-home acne spot treatments are those that are both effective and cost-efficient. Many reasonably priced products for acne exist, though some of them are marketed for a certain skin type-whether for oily adolescent skin or sensit...

Overview Chest acne is a common problem and one that can be embarrassing to deal with. Chest acne can affect the types of clothing you choose and your confidence at the gym or beach. Acne is a common problem, with about 85 percent of Americans suff...

Overview Clean & Clear's Advantage Acne Spot Treatment Gel bills itself as visibly affecting acne after as little as four hours. Designed for as-needed use on acne-affected skin, not as a daily wash or treatment, this product contains alcohol,...