Acne Archives - DermLetter

How to prevent acne scarring and the pros and cons of various treatments.

Skin Conditions

Psychological Effects of Skin Conditions

Skin conditions like psoriasis and acne have an invisible component to them. The psychological cost of skin disease is getting the attention it deserves.

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Skin Care & Beauty

Maskne: Masks and Acne

Dubbed maskne, the use of masks can trigger acne in some people. We can help you mitigate this problem, and help you choose better masks.

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Science

Acne Vaccine

A vaccine for acne? It's not exactly as it sounds - acne is not a bacterial infection, after all. However, it is a novel approach that shows promise.

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Science

Acne and Milk Consumption

The connection between milk and acne has always been suspected, but the evidence is starting to come in. We review the evidence and possibilities.

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Skin Conditions

Is There an Acne Gene?

Is acne mostly genetic? If you got the unluckly card in the deck, can you change your fate? We review the evidence, and summarize the findings.

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Skin Care & Beauty

Retinol Products

Retinol is one of the powerhouse ingredients that are praised by all, but what is it and what does it do exactly? We answer questions about this active.

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Science

Is Acne a Western Disease?

Did you know that the seminal "Kitavan study" often cited in relation to the paleo diet, originally was a study on acne? Is acne related to a Western diet?