Acne is a complex condition, and the biological processes underlying the formation of pimples are still not fully understood. It's thought that a buildup of oils and an excess of skin cell growth can ...

Acne is one of those conditions that seemingly has no perfect treatment, with expensive creams, ointments, and pills providing some benefit but not often complete resolution. Now, a large genetic ...

Benzoyl peroxide is far from a new chemical ingredient that scientists are just learning about. Discovered in the 19th century and first used medically around 1930, the ingredient later took off as a ...

Our skin forms a crucial barrier that protects our bodies from the environment. It helps us maintain our body temperature, and it hosts a community of microorganisms that can affect our health. Skin ...

‘It’s not necessarily a soothing behavior. But it brings a slight enjoyment despite the pain.’Photograph: Science History Images/Alamy We know it’s bad. Maybe parents or partners have scolded us for ...

An acne-prone person looks forward to those rare stretches of time—perhaps a month in summer, or a couple weeks in April—where their skin decides to take a chill pill. The moment is fleeting, because ...

The mirror doesn’t lie, and neither does that persistent pimple that’s been camping out on your chin for what feels like forever. Despite investing in countless cleansers, serums, and treatments, your ...

The quest for clear skin often becomes a frustrating journey filled with products that promise results but deliver disappointment. While acne treatments have advanced significantly in recent years, ...

Acne is a normal part of development for your teen. Fortunately, there are effective ways to prevent and treat outbreaks. Learn more from experts at UChicago Medicine. Sarah Stein, M.D., director of ...

CARLSBAD, Calif. — Lasers and energy-based treatments alone or in combination with medical therapy may improve outcomes for patients with moderate to severe acne, according to Arielle Kauvar, MD.