Acne
Isn’t puberty supposed to end at some point?
Here’s How to Tell Which Type of Acne You Have
The symptoms can be all over the place.
By Krissy BradyMedically reviewed by Randie Kim, MD, PhD
How to Tell the Difference Between Hormonal Acne and Regular Ol’ Zits
Plus, how to get those stubborn breakouts under control.
By Jenna Ryu and Jenn SinrichMedically reviewed by Diane C. Madfes, MD
I’m a Grown-Ass Adult—Why Is Chin Acne Still Ruining My Life?
Dermatologists explain those frustrating breakouts—and how to treat them.
By Jenna RyuMedically reviewed by Shari Marchbein, MD
How to Prevent and Treat Butt Zits, According to Dermatologists
Because it actually is a little bit different than battling breakouts on your face.
By Melanie RudMedically reviewed by Susan Massick, MD
Hypochlorous Acid Spray Is the Only Thing That Keeps My Acne-Prone Skin Clear in the Summer
My face is smoother—and way less red—thanks to this holy grail.
By Jenna Ryu
The Mental Health Effects of Acne Are Very, Very Real
Feeling bad about breakouts isn’t shallow—especially if they’re messing with your quality of life.
By Jenna RyuMedically reviewed by Jessica Stern, PhD
Why You Should Never, Ever Pop a Nose Pimple
Allow us to introduce you to the triangle of death.
By Jenna Ryu
Is My Skin ‘Purging,’ or Is Something Else Causing This Annoying Breakout?
Retinol, acids, and other potent ingredients can make things worse before they get better.
By Jenna RyuMedically reviewed by Shari Marchbein, MD
Keke Palmer Is Just Like Us, Would Love for Someone to Cure Adult Acne Already
“I’m tired of it. I’m done with it.”
By Maggie O'Neill
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33 Face Washes for Acne That Dermatologists Recommend
Pimples have met their match.
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By Claire Gillespie and Sarah Madaus
Tried Every Acne Treatment? Here’s Why You Should Consider This Gentle Acid Next
It’s super safe to use, for one.
By Sarah Jacoby and Mara SantilliReviewed by Shari Marchbein, MD
The Weird Place You Didn’t Know You Can Have Acne
And if you did, you're not alone.
By Chelsea Traber BurnsReviewed by Michelle Henry, MD
The 20 Best Derm-Approved Moisturizers for Acne-Prone Skin
Yes, even oily skin needs moisturizer.
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By Jessica Cruel, Tiffany Dodson, Sarah Jacoby, and Sara Coughlin
The 17 Best Acne Treatments, According to Dermatologists
Stubborn acne can pop up any time.
By Jessica Cruel, Sarah Jacoby, and Amber Rambharose
15 Things That Will Actually Help You Get Rid of Blackheads
Enough is enough!
By Sarah Jacoby and Jessica CruelMedically reviewed by Fatima Fahs, MD
Here’s Why You Can’t Get Rid of Your Bacne
And what you should do to treat it.
By Krissy BradyMedically reviewed by Michele S. Green, MD
What You Need to Know About Fungal Acne, Including How to Treat It
Typical acne products won’t get rid of this stuff.
By Sara Coughlin and Korin MillerMedically reviewed by Shari Marchbein, MD
What It’s Like Having Adult Acne: ‘I Don’t Feel Like I Fit in With American Ideas About Skin Care’
“It feels like I have a scarlet letter.”
By As told to Natasha Lavender
These Cult-Favorite CosRX Pimple Patches Just Got Even Better
With new shapes and ingredients.
By Sarah Jacoby
How to Prevent—and Treat—That Pesky Mask Acne
Don’t let “maskne” keep you from wearing a mask.
By Anushree Dave
How to Get Rid of Back Acne for Good
And when to talk to a dermatologist.
By Alexis Bennett and Sarah Jacoby
This Is Literally the Only Serum That Doesn’t Break Me Out
No pimples—just glowing skin.
By Jenna Birch
8 Causes of Adult Acne—and How to Actually Treat It
Adult acne is, unfortunately, real.
By Amy Marturana Winderl, C.P.T. and Sarah Jacoby
The 7 Tea Tree Oil Products I Use to Keep Acne and Dandruff in Check
I’m obsessed.
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By Sarah Jacoby
How to Treat Acne Scars if Lasers Are the Last Thing You Want Near Your Face
We break down all the options.
By Sara Coughlin